Private Tour
Penang: Flexible 6-Hours Highlights
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
This is a private tour, meaning it’s just you or your group. Unlike fixed itinerary tours, this tour lets you choose the places you want to visit. The tour starts from the pick-up point. For a 6-hour visit, you can select 3-5 attractions anywhere on Penang Island. For example, choose from (not exhaustive list):
1. Kek Lok Si
2. Batik Craft
3. Clan Jetty
4. Reclining Buddha
5. Botanical Garden
6. Street Art Murals
7. Penang Hill
8. Entopia
9. Tropical Spice Garden
10. Pinang Peranakan Mansion
11. Khoo Kongsi
You decide which places to visit and how much time to spend at each (travel time is not included). You can explore in-depth or just take photos and move on. Choose a city, hill, temple, or nature tour. If you're unsure where to go, let our tour guide plan it for you. The guide will accompany you at all attractions and provide commentary.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
No Serious Medical Conditions
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Parking Fees
Professional Guide
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Transportation by private vehicle
Foods and Drinks
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Chowrasta Market
Chowrasta Market in Penang is a lively hub that reflects the island’s rich daily life and culture. Every morning, housewives gather here not just to shop, but to catch up on gossip while browsing for fresh vegetables, meat, and fish. The market is known for its unique local offerings like hand-made spring roll skins, traditional snacks, and famous Penang nutmeg and pickles. The atmosphere buzzes with friendly chatter, the scent of spices, and the sizzle of street food being prepared. It’s more than just a market—it’s a community space where tradition, food, and friendships thrive every day.
Kek Lok Si Temple
During the British colonial era, the Chinese community in Penang flourished, practicing their faith with devotion and building many grand temples—some said to rival, if not surpass, those in China. One of the most renowned is Kek Lok Si, often described as the largest Buddhist temple complex in Southeast Asia, resembling a spiritual theme park. Built in 1985, visitors can learn about Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism while exploring its beautifully crafted pagodas, vibrant lanterns, intricate statues, and peaceful gardens. Don’t miss the breathtaking view of George Town from the temple grounds. As the locals say: “You haven’t been to Penang unless you’ve visited Penang Hill and Kek Lok Si.”
Options
Penang: Flexible 6-Hours Highlights
Pickup included
Reviews
333 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Mr Law is a very soft...
Christabel I,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Mr Law is a very soft spoken and very knowledgeable and we learn a lot about Penang culture and history. Although there is a small hiccup, he is very patient with us and help us to solve it. Thank you very much for bearing with us.
Personalised tour of Penang worth every dollar!
C2611WAandreab,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great personalised tour with Law who was very accommodating and knowledgeable, we couldn’t recommend him more. Many thanks you made our experience of Penang extremely enjoyable. Andrea & Brendan
The tour itinerary is wrongly advertised
Usha S,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The tour was for 6 hours and it’s misleading to advertise this tour on the full itinerary when it’s actually not possible to do this tour in 6 hours We did not have the 2 hour tour to Kek lok si temple as the guide advised us to go visit it when we did the temples tour. I was disappointed we didn’t do this because that’s the main reason we booked this tour. Instead we went to a couple of museums which were interesting I do not think this tour should be sold when it’s not possible to follow the itinerary in the time given We also didn’t visit the new world park The guide was lovely and informative
Perfect small group experience.
A4346OHdavidm,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great experience, would strongly recommend it for couples or families who want a more personal experience. Eng, our guide could not be more accommodating In tailoring an experience that suited our requirements, he had a list of all the well know sights and we chose our must do’s from the list. We were never rushed and spent as much or little time at each place, Eng even made sure there were plenty of toilet stops. Eng was also our personal photographer, taking plenty of pictures for us and knowing all the spots to get the best snap. Thank you Eng for creating a perfect day.
Excellent guide
Susan H,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nothing was too much trouble, great way of spending six hours. We sent the itinerary and Jeffrey did the rest. Excellent
Penang highlights
Kathryn L,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Ang, was amazing and we saw the best of Penang on this tour. Great itinerary, very flexible
Comprehensive
richard s,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Be very clear about what the tour includes before you start. While it was neant to be flexible, the flexibility we experienced was not negotiated with us. It was a very wet day so the driver decided to take us on a driving tour of the island which meant we didn't see many of the things on the itinerary. We asked if we voukd exchange the Chew Jetty stop for a lical beach but we didn't go there either.
Exceptional and Informative
huem106,
Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was exceptional. Mr. Eng was professional, knowledgeable and friendly. He provided informative history lessons and also took great pictures for our group. We would definitely recommend this tour and highly value Mr. Eng. Thank you Mr. Eng!
This was a wonderful overview of Penang!
T7923QVjohnb,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Jeff See,took us around Penang both to sites we requested and locations he felt were interesting to us. He answered many questions about history, culture, and contemporary issues in Penang. He also helped us with learning how to navigate ourselves using the Grab app. Everything was adjusted to and accommodated my family’s interests and offbeat questions. Nothing was rushed and our small needs like bathroom stops and lots of time to take pictures were facilitated. We were picked up at our home stay in a comfortable SUV with AC; water bottles were provided. The only non inclusive expensive was the funicular tickets. In addition to our selected locations—Penang Hill and Kek Lok Si—we were taken to clan houses in downtown Georgetown and several small temples…the Daoist one was especially interesting…and all of it was both interesting and beautiful. Mr See was very eloquent about the layered history of this region and we came away feeling we understood Penang far better than we did from the guide books.
Great day trip in George Town !
sallya54,
Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip, Law was very interesting and took us to some great places even on a very busy day in George Town, Penang !! Would recommend the trip for a great daybout !
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