Countryside Cycling Tour. T1.0 by Matahari
Overview
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5 hours
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We uphold originality, quality, safety, companionship, and trust, and maintain a passion for being the best. We are here to make something rarely offered in Malaysia conveniently available to you. The brand is a small, 100 percent locally-owned company representing a team of highly motivated, innovative, adventurous, experienced, and fun-loving people. The dazzling line-up cares for local communities, wildlife, mountains, jungles, forests, and rivers.
Our team’s primary focus is the rural livelihood and real-life outdoor experiences. Our tour products provide authentic local offerings, creating profound holiday encounters and ensuring a meaningful and transformative travel experience.
We chose a more challenging field of responsibility and sustainability. We honour ordinary rural matters by making vital recognition to their economic sectors. When joining our tours, you use tourism to create an undeniably positive impact and value social benefits to our local communities.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children Friendly
Childs Bicycle Seat available upon request
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Balik Pulau
Join this exceptional Malaysian cycling adventure that lifts you off on an endless parade of rustic experiences. Your escapade through the bucolic side of Penang Island provides breathtaking scenery with the opportunity to connect with ordinary folks, taste the simple lifestyle or even try out your hands on local tasks and trades. Your cycling adventure in the first sector sets you off with a gradual approach and provides you with a rare opportunity to witness our diverse culture and ethnic race. Navigating on trails and back paths that run along waterways towards contrasting hamlets, villages, and farmlands lands you an opportunity to witness the local community while being entertained by our guide and the ever-gracious countryside folks.
Balik Pulau
After a short stop for coffee at a Hakka Chinese hamlet, the second sector restarts with an approach to the fisherman's outpost at a river mouth. The trip turns around to cover further distances as we set you to encompass different landscapes. Roam on the extensive network of trails snaking the palm oil estate in search of the labourers to get an inside story about the two-edged tales of this controversial commodity. Watch out! Herds of wild cows can easily get startled, stampede alongside us, and sometimes might change their direction into crossing our path. We then cross a Hokkien Chinese hamlet famed among locals for its cuisines. Viral by social media, at times this place is bustling with local visitors from across the country as they try to get a taste of all the exquisite assortments this place has to offer.
What‘s Included
Support Vehicle and Driver
Unlimited Amount
Local Delicacies
Air-conditioned vehicle
Helmets
Use of bicycle
Selection of Favoured Local Dishes
Options
Countryside Cycling Tour. T1.0 by Matahari
Pickup included
Reviews
142 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An Unforgettable Family Cycling Adventure — Culture, Scenery, and Laksa
良知 高,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience on this cycling tour. We joined as a family of four (with a 9-year-old daughter and a 6-year-old son) for the 4-hour ride, and it was absolutely worth it. Along the way, we enjoyed lots of cultural explanations, tried local food, and saw beautiful scenery that we would never have found on our own. The tour ended at a wonderful spot where we had a delicious laksa, and our kids were very happy too. Highly recommended for families as well as anyone who wants a fun and meaningful local experience. Special thanks to Prinsilia and SJ — we truly appreciate your kindness, guidance, and support throughout the tour.
An awesome experience
gryanvb,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My thank you to Sj and Princlia for a wonderful experience. The pace of the tour was excellent, the stops along the way were most informative and the Malaysian countryside was extraordinary. I recommend this totally.
Great experience in the country side
Chi L,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great ride through the village on the western end of Penang Island. Super well organized and lots to learn about the locals. Amazing lunch in a surprising office location at the end!
Great family friendly riding experience
Roving44550043906,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks to the very experienced Princilia and her team for arranging a memorable bike trip for our family of 4. We got to experience Balik Pulau in authentic ways -the natural trails, the warmth of villagers, local kopi, kueh, and wok hei lunch by the paddy field. Our boys were also able to keep up with the pace and returned home with valuable knowledge about local culture. Everything was covered nicely. Thanks once again!
Amazing Tour! Absolute must!
Gary T,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was brilliant! We hadn’t rode bikes for a very long time but it didn’t matter. The ride was easy enough and great fun with lots of local knowledge and history thrown in. The ride takes you through some amazing scenery and the lunch provided was delicious. SJ and Princilia were great tour guides too! Would highly recommend!
Cycling in Penang!
Jules352004,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you are looking for a cycling tour whilst in Malaysia then Matahari Cycle tours is the one! We had a truly wonderful day with SJ and Princilia. Safety is first and foremost which was reassuring. Bikes were top notch with plenty of support given to the less experienced cyclists in the group. The tour is informative and fun. It culminated in a lovely traditional Malaysian picnic lunch in between some rice fields. SJ and Princilia are very passionate about what they do and it’s evident throughout the tour. Would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone. Thank you for a superb day
Review of countryside cycle tour
Lesley M,,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a fantastic bike ride we toured through the countryside and by rice fields. Lunch was also there and was so peaceful, we learnt a lot as well . Excellent guides and organisation. Would definitely recommend to see a bit of Penang that we had not experienced
A fun way to get to know Penang island.
sianb413,,Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our first cycling tour as a family of 4 (boys age 13 and 11). A fun and rich cultural experience. The matahari team were excellent. We felt very well looked after and welcomed by all in the local area. Food excellent too. Ours boys say it was the best day of our holiday. We agree! Thank you Matahari.
Brilliant cycle tour - more than just cycling!
Curious17193329219,,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a brilliant cycle tour of Penang with Princilia - we went around the south west of the island, and we didn’t just do cycling but princilia also explained local nature, architecture and culture. The bikes were good quality and the company feels really professional and focused on safety and quality - they took our bags in their vehicle so we didn’t have to cycle with them (but carried our suncream so we had easy access) and gave us as much water as we could need. I would really strongly recommend this as a great way to spend a day in Penang (and make room for all of the delicious food you will try in George Town!!) thanks again!
Incredible Experience!
Meander60850738325,,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fantastic experience! We were lucky enough to have Princilia & SJ all to ourselves for the time of our tour which made the tour all the more special. They both have so much knowledge and passion for their land, their people and their culture. We got to try so many of the local delicacies and learn so much about the towns (Hamlets). I would highly recommend this experience to anyone coming to Penang and wanting a point of difference! Thank you to the Matahari Team for your time 💛
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