Overview
Explore the Penang city which is rich in history as it is in culture, tradition and diversity. Visit the many historical buildings and temples such as Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple, Dhammikarama Burmese Temple. After that, take a scenic drive through the streets of George Town - UNESCO World Heritage Site and witness the remnant left by the British and local dwellers of the past and also make a visit to Fort Cornwallis.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Hotel or cruise terminal pickup and drop-off (selected hotel only)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English speaking Driver
- Fort Cornwallis Admission Ticket
What's Not Included
- Optional
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
Your tour begins with pickup from your hotel or cruise terminal at Georgetown on time for a 9am departure. Meet and greets our friendly driver at the lobby and proceeds for your tour.
Stop 2
Firstly you will visit Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple where the 4th longest Reclining Buddha Statue is found
Stop 3
Right across the road you may also visit the Dhammikarama Burmese Temple which holds a Buddha statue standing at 8.2 meters, making it the tallest in Malaysia. The existence of these two temples is due to the early settlement of the Thai and Burmese community in the early 1800s.
Stop 4
After that, take a scenic drive through the streets of George Town - UNESCO World Heritage Site and witness the ramnant left by the British and local dwellers of the past
Stop 5
On the way, we will stop for some free sampling of Penang’s famous White Coffee/ Tea at Coffee Tree
Stop 6
Then make a visit to Fort Cornwallis which is the largest standing fort in Malaysia. Fort Cornwallis is a star shaped fort that was named after the then Governor-General of Bengal, Marquis Charles Cornwallis. Approximately 10 feet high, Fort Cornwallis, Penang or Fort Cornwallis Pulau Pinang is located close to the Esplanade, next to the Victoria Memorial Clock. End of the tour return to your hotel or cruise terminal in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Fort Cornwallis opened from 9am to 10pm.
- No meals are included.
- Itinerary sequence or location may change due to traffic or closure of places of interest.
- If exceed tour hours as stated above, additional hour will be charged
- Optional tours are available upon request (additional charges)
- An additional surcharge of USD 10 per person for hotel pickup outside 1km radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.
- Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel