Private Tour

Private Half-Day Penang Hill and Kek Lok Si Temple Tour

Name: Private Half-Day Penang Hill and Kek Lok Si Temple Tour
Price: 69.24 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.22 (36 reviews)

Overview

Available languages

Chinese

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Enjoy the bird’s eye view of beautiful George Town and experience the unique funicular train ride to Penang Hill. Visit to Penang notable landmark, Kek Lok Si Temple to see world largest bronze Kuan Yin statue and take some beautiful photos. Try delicious and famous Penang Assam Laksa before heading to Pulau Tikus for temples tours. You will visit Reclining Buddha Temple, Burmese Temple and Guardian of the World before head back to your hotel safely.

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

A discount price is available for children

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Please wear comfortable walking shoes

What To Expect

Meet a driver at your hotel in the George Town area, then travel to the base of Penang Hill in a private, climate-controlled vehicle. Upon arrival, continue to the top on a funicular train, earning a spectacular, bird's-eye view of Penang Island. Next, head to Kek Lok Si Temple, a beautiful Buddhist temple that's among the largest in Southeast Asia. See the towering statue of Kuan Yin, and learn to distinguish the three architectural styles on the seven-story pagoda: you'll find Chinese, Burmese, and Thai. Pause at the Liberation Pool to count the turtles, and if time permits, you can stop for a snack at one of the nearby hawker stalls. Following your time at Kek Lok Si Temple, continue to Pulau Tikus to visit the Reclining Buddha Temple, or Wat Chaiyamangkalaram, and the Burmese Temple, or Dharmikarama Temple. See the world's third-longest reclining Buddha statue, and discover the differences between Chinese and Siamese temple dragons. Check out the Guardian of the World, or Panca Rupa, then throw a few good luck coins in the Fountain of Life. This half-day tour concludes with return transfer to George Town, and drop-off at your original departure point.

What‘s Included

Sightseeing as per itinerary

Experienced English Speaking Driver Guide

Round trip transportation by Car/ Minivan

Food and drinks

Personal expenses

Gratuities

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Options

Private Half-Day Penang Hill and Kek Lok Si Temple Tour

Option 1: This is the tour option departing 9am. Pickup included

Reviews

4.22

36 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Muhammad gave a little...
MariaT R,May 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Muhammad gave a little bid of history during the tour which was very informative. I highly recommend his tour it was a great experience
Great guide, great tour
Debbie W,May 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
Despite a shaky start (due to very poor communication from the tour operator) the tour itself was very good. This is due to our guide Lim who was so knowledgeable and interesting and we learnt so much about the history of Penang. He couldn’t do enough for us and was a lovely man and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Lim deserves 5 stars but I have to give 4 due to the tour operators lack of communication.
Great tour and friendly tour guide.
Gigi L,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
There was a 3-hr tour. It was kind of hurry because on the way to the points of attractions, we stopped by the shopping area first before we were headed to the main attractions. By the time we arrived to the last destination we didn’t have enough time at the Penang Hill for viewing because it was packed with tourists and we ran out time. So we went up and got down right away to finish the tour. It will be great if the shopping time can cut down or put at the end.
Six Stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Nancy F,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our half day tour with Muhammad was great. We like to “tour” quickly. He not only took us to various sights, but told us interesting tidbits of information as he drove us through the city. Georgetown, Penang is not only beautiful but very interesting. I highly recommend booking this tour. When it is a private tour, you can see as much or as little as you choose. I would go back and see other things that the city has to offer. We will be back!
Fabulous tour to experience temples and the views from the top of Penang Hill
Gail W,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent private tour through the busy outskirts of George Town expertly guided by Muhammad. Glorious visits to a couple of temples culminating in a trip up Penang Hill in the funicular to witness the amazing views from the top.
Worth doing for the views
susancT6652BO,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
The vernicular tram takes 45 minutes each way and our driver said it will take too long and recommended we pay an extra 100 Ringit to go by Jeep which is only 15 minutes , this allowed more time at Penang Hill and the next temple stop, otherwise we would have run out of time for suggested tour, driver said he could add on extra charge for a fee however he was happy to drop us in the street art district which allowed us to walk back to port with some self guided stops
Panang day tour
B4088RMdianen,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had the best driver, Hafiz, that was knowledgeable and friendly. He took us to several temples and shared his knowledge of his beautiful country. Communication very effective via WhatsApp. We arrived via cruise ship and were picked up right outside the port. Highly recommend.
Experience Budist Temples
Paul K,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Lots of cultural experiences that are unique to Asia. For their edification I will try to produce 100 words for this review
Half day tour to Penang Hill
Torben R,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
A half day tour to the Chinese temple Kek Lok Si and Penang Hill. Pick up at our hotel in GeorgeTown. On the way out three short stops were added to the tour: # 1. A batik shop # 2. A coffee and chocolate shop # 3. A mosque A ride on the funicular railway to the top of Penang Hill. Return to George Town and drop off at our hotel. We had a good experience.
Amazing
U5632HKahmedi,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Carol Has taken us around and was a great guide.Adjusted the tour experience according to our needs as we have young kids.Made the experience smooth and enjoyable.