Tours and Activities

Let a knowledgeable guide take you on a private, 3-hour tour of three unique museums in Penang, all conveniently located in Georgetown. Travel by comfortable minivan to the Pinaon Time Tunnel, a fascinating museum featuring 11 tunnels with exhibits on more than 400 years of Penang history. At the Camera Museum, feast your eyes on hundreds of cameras dating from the 1800s to the present day. Finish at the Made in Penang Interactive Museum and picture yourself within 3D murals of various Penang scenes.

Penang showcases some of the best street food with Malay, Chinese and Indian cuisine, and this 3-hour walking tour lets you sample more than a dozen delightful snacks, drinks and desserts. With a total of eight to 10 stops, you're able to savor tasty bites while exploring the city's historical streets, markets and hidden back lanes with a local foodie guide. Numbers are limited to a maximum of 12 to ensure a personalized experience with a small group.

On this private half-day tour, explore Penang Island, known to sailors and traders worldwide as the 'Pearl of the Orient.' Your private guide will take you from the sandy beaches along Batu Ferringghi Road to the charming countryside full of fruit and spice plantations. Visit a traditional batik factory and the famous Snake Temple, where live pit vipers adorn the altars. Round-trip hotel transport by private vehicle is included.

Need to get to Penang Airport? Plan your trip ahead of time, and book and pay for your airport transfer right here. Don't pay high cab fares or carry your luggage onto public transport - arrive at the airport on time, relaxed and with money in your pocket!

If you'd like to experience a bit of everything Penang has to offer, this grand tour of the island is for you! A private guide will accompany you by private vehicle to Penang's top attractions—from Malaysian batik and pewter factories to Buddhist temples—and offer expert commentary along the way. Stop at a fishing village and a fruit plantation on your way to the Snake Temple and Kek Lok Si Temple. Ascend Penang Hill aboard the funicular railway and take a pewter-making workshop at the Royal Selangor Visitor Centre.

Explore Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temple, Kek Lok Si, perched against a hill slope in Air Itam. Marvel at the statue of the Goddess of Mercy and the 30 meter high Pagoda and take a stroll through the Penang Botanical Gardens located at the foot of Penang Hill on this 4-hour tour.

Soak up the dynamic atmosphere of historical Georgetown and watch the Penang capital come to life in a blaze of light at night. With a local guide, savor world-renowned Malaysian dishes (own expense) as you stroll among the many open-air food stalls at a hawker center. you'll take a ferry ride across the Malacca Strait to the mainland for fantastic views of Penang's illuminated skyline and return by coach across the Penang Bridge.

A white, sandy tropical island off Penang is today's calling. Take a short boat trip to an uninhabited island for a day of fun in the sun, sand and sea. Enjoy a spot of fishing or an invigorating jungle trek followed by a delicious barbecue lunch.

Save time and money by pre-booking a private arrival transfer to your Penang city hotel! You'll be met by an English-speaking representative at Penang Railway Station and transferred in comfort to your city hotel.

Get a close look at endangered orangutans in the wildlife reserve at Orangutan Island and see a variety of animals at the Taiping zoo, then stroll through the lovely Taiping Lake Gardens and the fascinating Perak Museum on this day trip from Penang. you'll travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle and get an excellent overview of Malaysia's animal life and natural history, past and present, with a private guide to show you the natural highlights and history of Bukit Merah and Taiping.

Take your afternoon tea at the colonial-inspired David Brown's Restaurant and Tea Terrace, tucked away on Penang Hill. A private guide accompanies you on this 3-hour tour, including a ride on the world's oldest funicular railway to the summit of Penang Hill. Enjoy English high tea in the cool, refreshing air above Georgetown and take in the magnificent bird's-eye-view of the city below. Round-trip hotel transport by private vehicle is included.

During your time in Penang, learn about the handicrafts of Malaysia by making your own pewter dish and batik painting! you'll visit the famous Royal Selangor Pewter Shop and discover the art of pewter-making. Next, meet a local batik painter and learn the craft of painting using wax and dyes. This fun-filled, interactive tour is perfect for all ages!

Make your departure from Penang as smooth as possible by pre-booking your private transfer from your selected Penang hotel to Penang Airport.

Visit Kek Lok Si Temple, Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas, and ride the funicular railway up Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera) on this private half-day tour. Suspended above a hillside is one of Southeast Asia's largest and most beautiful Buddhist temples, featuring a seven-tiered pagoda and a bronze statue ofGuanyin. From atop Penang Hill you'll enjoy sweeping views of Georgetown all the way to the mainland of Malaysia. Round-trip hotel transport by private vehicle is included.''

Let us make your arrival hassle free with a pre-paid private transfer from the Penang Airport to your selected hotel. This is the ideal way to start your holiday or business trip.

Explore the colorful underwater world of the Pulau Payar Marine Park on this great day trip from Penang.

Experience Penang's culture and nature on a pottery and firefly-watching tour. Travel across one of the longest bridges in the world from the island of Penang to neighboring Seberang Perai, and watch traditional artisans create beautiful clay pots. Then, after dinner at a local restaurant, take a river cruise to see fireflies glow at night. With hotel pickup and drop-off included, this tour highlights the local food, culture and natural beauty of the Penang region.

Brown-sugar biscuits. Spiced pork rolls. Fresh guava. Taste these Malaysian treats and more on this private 3.5-hour tour of Penang's best street food. In the evening, a foodie guide takes your group to the streets of Georgetown when food hawkers roll out their carts. Learn local know-how about Penang's gastronomy as you savor 15 to 18 tastings on this customized private tour. you'll have plenty of opportunities to eat like a local as you nibble on fritters, noodles, seafood and tropical fruits!''

Bring the family to ESCAPE Adventureplay Theme Park, Penang's world-class eco-theme park, for a day of adventure amid natural surroundings. A full-day entrance ticket gives participants of all ages the opportunity to climb and swing through the trees, slide downhill, zipline across a ravine, and pan for treasures. With at least 16 amazing attractions to choose from, including exciting games and activities for younger kids, It's one destination not to be missed! One-way transport by air-conditioned minivan from your Penang hotel is included with your admission, with optional return transport (if upgrade selected).

To escape the heat of tropical Georgetown, do what many of the early colonial settlers did when the air got a little too thick, head up to the top of the 830 meter Penang Hill on the funicular railway. From there you will enjoy dinner and panaramic views over Georgetown and surrounding area.

The Airport Plaza Premium Lounge is a great place to relax before your departure from Penang International Airport. Whether you're catching your next flight from the domestic or international departure terminal, you'll find comfortable seating, refreshing showers with amenities, plus complimentary food and beverages. Four work stations with high-speed wireless internet include local calls and fax services. Take a seat while you read a newspaper or magazine, or watch international TV. Three options are available to give you flexibility for the length of time you need.

Save time and money and book your transfer services before you go! You'll be met by a representative at Penang Airport and transferred to your hotel. This is the ideal way to start your holiday or business trip.

Find yourself surrounded by myriad colors as beautiful butterflies flutter about at the Penang Butterfly Farm. This private half-day tour includes the Penang Botanic Gardens, located at the foot of Penang Hill. you'll see more than 120 species of rare and exotic tropical butterflies, live tropical insects and unique reptiles. Then stroll with your private guide through a rich collection of tropical flora in gardens inhabited by long-tailed macaques. Round-trip hotel transport by private vehicle is included.

Enjoy the unique experience of dining at colonial Penang Hill with the incredible panoramic night skyline of Georgetown below. After getting there by way of the world's oldest funicular railway system, the Penang Hill Railway, you'll be delighted by the old charms of the colonial-inspired David Brown's restaurant. Hotel pickup and drop-off and your own personal professional guide are included.

Learn to cook authentic Malaysian dishes in a natural garden setting in Penang! Your 6-hour class takes place in the Tropical Spice Garden with expert chefs. you'll visit a market in the fishing village of Teluk Bahang to find fresh ingredients before a hands-on cooking lesson. After preparing a delicious meal from scratch, sit down for a scrumptious lunch and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Numbers are limited to 8 people, ensuring an intimate experience with a small group of fellow food lovers.

Take a scenic drive by private car through historical Georgetown, the capital city of Penang, now protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On this private half-day tour you'll visit the most prominent buildings of the colonial era such as Fort Cornwallis and the Penang State Museum. Enjoy a trishaw ride past GeorgeTown's charming architecture, the modern skyscrapers of bustling Chinatown and colorful Little India – each a showcase of Penang's rich culture and heritage. Round-trip hotel transport is included.

Explore Penang the 'Pearl of the Orient' from its sandy shores to the quaint countryside. Visit a traditional Batik Factory, Snake Temple, International jewelry factory and a Malay Kampung (village). A great way to experience Penang in a nutshell!

Save time and money by pre-booking a private transfer service to your Penang beach hotel! You'll be met by an English-speaking representative at Penang Railway Station and transferred in comfort to your beach hotel. This is the ideal way to start your holiday!