Overview
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Take a scenic drive through historical Georgetown, the capital city of Penang, now protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On this half-day tour you’ll visit the most prominent buildings of the colonial era such as Fort Cornwallis. 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.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Fort Cornwallis - Photo Stop. View from outside only.
What To Expect
Fort Cornwallis
Photo stop at Fort Cornwallis that once belonged to the English East India Company and where Captain Francis Light first landed in 1786
Chaiya Mangalaram Thai Buddhist Temple
Visit the majestic Thai Buddhist Temple, Wat Chayamangkalaram, which houses one of the world's largest reclining Buddhas at 33 meters. This gold –plated reclining statue has long fascinated foreign tourists.
Options
Georgetown City Sightseeing
Minimum 2 paxs to go: Hotel pick-up applicable for hotels located in: Georgetown, Tanjung Bungah, Tanjung Tokong, Batu Ferringhi Pickup included
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
English-speaking Driver/guide
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Entrance Fees-pay on site (Khoo Kongsi Clan House-MYR 15 per person)
Trishaw Ride-pay on site: MYR 80 per trishaw (subject to change)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Disappointed
barbara r,Feb 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00Did not happen as driver failed to turn up and we were left standing without transport in Penang. Disappointed.
Wonderfull time in Georgetown
D9003QOmariec,Jul 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a very nice guided-tour with Francis, who was our guide during our holidays in Malaysia. He could tell us a lot about the cultural and historical background of the city. He was very understanding towards our kids.
Gorgeous Georgetown Tour!
DAVIDNEVILLE P,Jan 18, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Ricky was a lovely guy. He was a very careful driver and very patient. The tour was excellent, he took us to lots of interesting places and gave us a great insight into this amazing city.
Description is misleading
Kim M,Jan 19, 2023
- Review from Viator
2.00The description of this tour did not match the reality. The driver was very kind and friendly, but could not be heard clearly in the van and spoke heavily accented English. He could name sites, but was not a trained guide at all. The description mentioned a tour of Fort Cornwallis. We simply drove by it, he pointed and said "Fort Cornwallis" The description mentioned a trishaw ride through Little India. That was a big draw for me, but was not in the actual plan. The description did NOT mention a stop at an expensive jewelry shop, but that WAS included. This is not an expensive tour, but be aware that the description is quite misleading. I do not fault the driver, truly. But you should not expect a professional guided tour - rather a curated taxi ride/walk around the city. We booked a four hour tour and terminated after two hours. If you are budget conscious, have just arrived, and just want to see an overview, without much background, then this might be good for you. If you want a truly guided tour, a more expensive option is more appropriate.
A pretty good Tour overall , with Mr...
Michael J,May 3, 2017
- Review from Viator
4.00A pretty good Tour overall , with Mr Wong being a friendly , knowledgeable and informative guide . Particularly enjoyed the lengthy trishaw ride , and also being able to wander in a leisurely manner through the fascinating ''Stilt Houses'' .
Our guide was Heric, very nice and...
ElizabethA M,Sep 10, 2016
- Review from Viator
4.00Our guide was Heric, very nice and informative gave us an overall understanding of the history of Georgetown. A good introduction to Penang.He was happy to let us walk around and see what we wanted. Recommended. Kevin and Liz McHugh
We were in port for the day from a...
Pamela H,Jan 21, 2016
- Review from Viator
3.00We were in port for the day from a cruise ship. It happened to be January 1st so there was lots of local activities. The streets were crowded with local parades, etc. and some of the sites to visit were closed. Our guide did her best to drive through the streets and show us what little we could see in the time we had considering the slow movement and crowds. It was hot!! Not a great day. I did not get a good impression of Penang and will not return. I can't blame our guide though. She did her best.
The guide just sokind and...
Guy A,Feb 24, 2014
- Review from Viator
4.00The guide just sokind and knowledgeable... Having a guide it is allowed you to visit and much more than by yoiurself. I recommend to everybody...
We spend a wonderful day. Places to...
Robert G,Feb 3, 2014
- Review from Viator
5.00We spend a wonderful day. Places to visit were great. Thank you and next time.
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