Overview
Not suitable for severe gluten intolerance or strict vegan/ vegetarian or muslim. A guided tour on Penang street foods, history and culture. Foods and drinks are included (except alcoholic drinks and durian) : 1. 3 hours walk, eat street foods in local cafes and learn history and cultures as we walk on the street. Skip lunch for better tour experience. 2. Taste 10-13 traditional Penang street foods and drinks. 3. Learn the ingredients and preparation of Penang dishes like Lor Bak, Wantan Mee, Assam Laksa, Char Koay Teow, Hokkien Mee, Curry Mee; drinks like nutmeg juice, ambra, barley, white coffee and desserts like Chendol, ABC or rojak. 4. Visit a Chinese temple to gain insight to Taoism and have your fortune told. 5. Savor local tropical fruits like water apple or mango, if available. 6. Savor local snacks like Malay cakes or Indian apom (crepe). 7. See heritage building architectures, fengshui and street art murals. Note: Inform guide if any food allergy or religious concern.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Meals and Drinks
- Fruits
- Snacks
- Professional Guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities (Optional)
- Alcoholic Beverages
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
Tour starts from this point (bus stop in front of 7-eleven Penang Road) where participants will come on their own - walking, by taxi or by Grab. Briefing will be done first at this location before tour starts.
Stop 2
We enter into a couple of coffeeshops along this road to partake in the hawker foods.
Stop 3
Gain insight into Taoism, one of the least known old tradition practice of the Chinese. Listen to the ritual, why there are so many different deities and seek your fortune in the majestic and colorful temple.
Stop 4
See heritage buildings architecture, murals and fengshui influence along Muntri Street. Learn about trivia and fascinating stories along the way.
Stop 5
We will literally eat famous and delicious hawkers foods cooked in front of you by hawker stalls along this street.
Stop 6
View pre-war Heritage buildings and interesting trivia along Campbell Street and have some snacks along the way.
Stop 7
We will have delicious street foods along this road.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not suitable for severe gluten intolerance or strict vegetarian or muslim or serious food allergy.
- Must inform if any food(s) allergy.