Penang Countryside Cycling Tour. PPA2 by Matahari
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
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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.
We issue excellent bicycles that work precisely as they should.
Each bicycle is issued to you to suit your height.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Balik Pulau
Transfers from Georgetown to Balik Pulau by car /MPV or Van.
Balik Pulau
Wheels roll out on the first sector along paths making your way passing various hamlets to reach the goat farm. Observe the diversity of the multicultural community living in each hamlet as you embrace this authentic side of the island. The journey takes you along the village asphalt path and dirt tracks that snake along a waterway. Nutmeg processing by women folks and the products made from mangrove palm leaf “Nipah” are some of the folk’s industries available in this sector.
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Helmets
Use of bicycle
Local Delicacies & Snacks
Coffee and/or Tea
Options
Penang Countryside Cycling Tour. PPA2 by Matahari
Pickup included
Reviews
98 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Outing
davidowen876,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent outing. Thanks very much to Princilia and her crew. I learned a lot about Malaysian/Penang culture in the few hours I spent on this tour. I recommend it and would do another tour with Matahari. Great coffee and snacks. Thanks again.
Our great riding tour with Princiliar
Virginia M,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful experience and can’t say enough positive things. Princiliar was incredibly informative and approachable, always happy to answer questions and share her knowledge in a way that felt easy to understand and engaging. Her genuine kindness and friendliness made everyone feel welcome from the start. What really stood out was her clear passion for both the environment and the people around her. It was inspiring to see how much she and her co-workers care and how committed they are to giving back to the local community. Princiliar related effortlessly to individuals while also connecting with the group as a whole, making everyone feel seen and included. On top of all that, she has a great sense of humor that kept things fun and enjoyable throughout. A truly positive, authentic, and memorable experience. Thank you to the whole team. We would highly recommend this tour.
Matahari Cycling Tours is uniquely fabulous
Daydream20069979994,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Matahari Cycling Tours is uniquely fabulous. The mix of cycling expertise, deep local knowledge about the human culture and natural world, and longstanding relationships with people across the gorgeous landscape we cycled through makes a day with Priscilla and SJ and their team exactly what we were looking for. My wife and I are deeply grateful to Matahari for the fabulous day.
Unmatched Quality. The Only Way to Experience Penang.
brysonr309,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I judge travel experiences by a simple metric: Return on Investment for my time. The Penang Countryside Tour with Matahari Cycle Tours & Travel delivered immense value. My wife and I are fitness enthusiasts who refuse to compromise on cultural depth or food quality. Finding an operator who can balance these three elements is rare. Princillia and SJ nailed it. They are professionals who understand their craft. The cycling was legitimate, the cultural insights were grounded in reality rather than tourism fluff, and the food stops were outstanding. They didn't just show us the countryside. They integrated us into it. This was one of the best execution levels we have seen in our travels. Matahari has earned a loyal customer. We will be back to clear their catalog of tours. Book them if you want professionalism and authenticity.
A beautiful taste of Penang Island Life
Kaylene C,,Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00After almost a week of doing lots of exploring in George Town and surrounds Matahari Cycles 4 hour tour provided us with an excellent opportunity to see the other side of Penang Island. Princillia and SJ run a very professional tour with well serviced good bikes. The tour ride is flat along man-made irrigation canals, through an extensive Palm Tree plantation, passing a marina of local fishing boats, stopping in a local fishing village to try “local” coffee and treats and back through a beautiful rural landscape. Princillia’s knowledge of birds, plants and local life is extensively shared over the tour and our every need was met. A highly recommended tour!
Family cycling trip with very interesting stops
Charles B,,Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our family cycle trip with Matahari was great fun and very informative. We learnt about the wildlife and a lot about the plantations. Our stop to see a local house, have breakfast and visit a Chinese temple was very interesting. Thank you for a great tour.
Wonderful bike ride through the Penang countryside
Pamela T,,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A Wonderful Way to See the Penang Countryside Review: Wayne and I had such an enjoyable time on our bike trip through the beautiful Penang countryside with Matahari Bicycle Tours. The ride was perfectly paced, and it was a great mix of scenic views, local culture, and friendly people along the way. It’s always a pleasure to see the team again — they make every ride feel relaxed, safe, and fun. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to experience the real charm of Penang beyond the city life.
Best Experience in Penang
mostrof,,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A must biking experience if you go to Penang… fantastic, knowledgeable guides, fabulous scenery, close to nature… hard to believe the area is 45 minutes from George Town!
Excellent bike tour through Batik Palau countryside
Sightseer525393,,Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I greatly enjoyed cycling through Batik Palau countryside with Princilla last week. She took us through mangroves, and a fishing village (including a temple) during which she pointed out an eagle and various tropical plants. She also took many pictures of us along the way which she shared with us after the tour. Her partner, JC, gave us a tour of a local fishing village home and was very informative re the history/culture of the village. He also provided us a typical delicious Batik Palau breakfast. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Penang. If we visit again, we would register for their extended tour through durian farm(s).
Best countryside cycling experience of Penang island
Shoco Reviews,,Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommended cycling tour of Penang countryside. It is affordable and gives you another view of beautiful Penang island. All equipment including bikes and helmets were in best condition. They already labeled and adjusted the bikes to our height. The enjoyed the most attentive guide who shared her passion and knowledge of the area and its wildlife. The area is just beautiful so lush and green. We got to see eagles, monkeys, turtle and many types of birds. Do not miss this tour when in Penang.
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