Penang Activities and Tours

Penang There are many fascinating tours by air-conditioned coaches to famous landmarks around the island. Check with your hotel for details on times and prices.

Round Island Tour

This all-encompassing tour includes visits to batik factories and fishing villages along Batu Ferringhi and Teluk Bahang. It also covers Balik Pulau, the Snake Temple and Fort Cornwallis.

Hill and Temple Tour

The tour includes a ride up Penang Hill's funicular railway and a visit to Kek Lok Si Temple which houses the Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas.

City Tour

Includes visits to the Botanical Garden, Wat Chaiya Mangkalaram (Thai temple), the Kapitan Keling Mosque, the Penang Museum and Khoo Kongsi.

Night Tour

Includes dinner, a visit to the pasar malam, or night market, and a trishaw ride around Georgetown.

Boat Trips

Most beach hotels offer day trips to the uninhabited islands off Batu Ferringhi. Round island trips are also available.