Penang Island

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• Your tour begins with pickup from your hotel or cruise terminal at Georgetown on time for a 9am departure. Meet and greets our friendly driver at the lobby and proceeds for your tour.

• Proceed with the City Tour where you will visit Wat Chayamangkalaram TemplennWat Chayamangkalaram (Thai: u0e27u0e31u0e14u0e44u0e0au0e22u0e21u0e31u0e07u0e04u0e25u0e32u0e23u0e32u0e21; RTGS: Wat Chaiyamangkhalaram) (also called as the Chayamangkalaram Buddhist Temple) is a Thai temple in Pulau Tikus suburb of George Town, Penang, Malaysia. Situated in Kelawei Road, the temple located close to the Dhammikarama Burmese Temple. It is the oldest Malaysian Siamese temple in the state. The temple became a focal point for the annual Siamese Songkran and Loi Krathong festivals within the city suburb and for the city yearly Buddha Day procession.

• Dhammikarama Burmese TemplennDhammikarama Burmese Temple (Burmese: u1013u1019u1039u1019u102du1000u102cu101bu102cu1019u1019u103cu1014u103au1019u102cu1000u103bu1031u102cu1004u103au1038) is a Burmese temple in Pulau Tikus suburb of George Town of Penang in Malaysia. Situated in Burmah Road, the temple located close to the Wat Chayamangkalaram. It is the sole and oldest Malaysian Burmese temple in the state. The temple also became a focal point for the annual Water, Thingyan and Mid-Autumn festivals as well for Buddhist Lent and Candle Lighting Days within the city suburb

• Streets of George Town - UNESCO World Heritage Site.nnThe George Town UNESCO World Heritage Site features Malaysiau2019s best restored and re-adaptive traditional architecture as well as a multitude of heritage trades and arts.nnThe world-renowned u2018Street of Harmonyu2019 reflects the influence of the diverse communities that have made Penang their home. At only 2.5sq km, the George Town World Heritage Site is compact enough to be explored on foot, bicycle or trishaw.nnAccording to UNESCO, the city represents an exceptional example of a multicultural trading town in Southeast Asia, forged from the mercantile and civilisation exchanges of Malay, Chinese, Indian and European influences.

• You will also visit Penang Hill where you will ride a funicular train to its peak at 833m above sea level to enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of Georgetown and mainland Butterworth. Colonial bungalows can be found around this hill due to the British preferring to stay in a cooler climate compared to the hot and humid environment in the city.

• After that, you will visit Kek Lok Si Temple. Built in 1891 as a small shrine, it has since expanded to become one of the most majestic and largest temples in South-East Asia. Since its founding in 1930, the u201cPagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhasu201d is considered one of Penangu2019s most beautiful architectural wonders as it is able to incorporate 3 cultures into one structure u2013 Chinese octagonal base, Thai middle tier and Burmese Crown. A 30.2m Guan Yin u2013 Goddess of Mercy bronze statue was erected in 2002 on the highest point of the temple. It can be reached via an Inclined lift at the middle. On the way, we will stop for some free sampling of Penangu2019s famous White Coffee/ Tea at Coffee Tree and also at Crown Pewteru00a0 for demonstration u2013 Witness how Malaysian handicraft is made.nnEnd of the tour return to your hotel or cruise terminal in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Good to know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

• Public transportation options are available nearby

• Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

• Ticket for Penang Hill Train and Kek Lok Si Temple included

• Itinerary sequence or location may change due to traffic or closure of places of interest.

• If exceed tour hours as stated above, additional hour will be charged (USD 25 per person per hour)

• Optional tours are available upon request (additional charges per person per hours as stated above)

• An additional surcharge of USD 10 per person for hotel pickup outside 1km radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.

Cancellation Policy

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

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