10 Tours in Balik Pulau That You Shouldn't Miss

In this guided tour, we will visit to 3-4 main attractions in Round Penang Island: 1. Pick up and drive to National Park (Ride:45 mins). 2. Tour fishing village and jetty. See fishermen as they go about their daily lives and their boat docking at the jetty. 3. Visit handicraft center for hand drawn batik (Ride:5 mins). See handmade batik craft being transformed from a white piece of cloth to a masterpiece by master craftsmen. Buy a piece or two as souvenir for loved ones at home. 4. Fruit stall (Ride:15 mins) or Nutmeg factory (Ride: 20 mins). Learn about all Malaysian tropical fruits that are in season. Sample some spices and see them in the original form. 5. Snake Temple (Ride: 20 mins). See live Pit Viper snakes coiled up at temple. Not for the faint heart as these highly venomous snakes are alive and kicking. 6. Drop off at destination (Ride: 30 minutes).

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Entrance tickets

This guided tour will visit 7-8 attractions Round Penang Island: 1. Pickup and visit Reclining Buddha and Burmese Temple (Ride:15 mins) - See Reclining Buddha, Standing Buddha and learn about Buddhism. 2. Tropical Spice Garden (Ride:25 mins) - See trees of Pepper, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Clove; Coriander, Pandan, Curry leaves, Citronella, Lemongrass, herbs, palms, poisonous plant. Learn about Tsunami Memorial. 3. Tour Entopia Butterfly Farm (Ride:10 mins) - World largest tropical butterfly park with 15,000 butterflies. Check out Rajah Brooke - world's costliest butterfly! 4. Lunch (1 hour) 5. Visit handicraft center - High quality hand drawn batik as demonstrated by master craftsmen. 6.Fruit stall (Ride:15 mins) or Nutmeg factory (Ride: 20 mins). Learn about Malaysian fruits that are in season. Sample some spices in its original form. 7. Snake Temple (Ride: 20 mins) - See live Pit Viper snakes coiled up at temple. Beware - they are poisonous! 8. Drop off at destination (Ride:30 mins)

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle, Private tour, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Entrance tickets

Away from the busy Georgetown, the colorful sights and smells of the local villages, the fascinating life of locals and bountiful green environment, Penang countryside is another essence makes this small islands one of Asia's most captivating cities. Join a half-day cycling tour for locals and tourists who want to experience a different side of Penang, Balik Pulau is the place for you.

Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off @additional costs (Georgetown / Batu Feringghi), Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes, Bike tour with all equipment

Exclusions: Travel Insurance

Touring around Penang Island, the “Pearl of the Orient” from its sandy shores to quaint countryside. Stops include an idyllic fishing village, a cottage industry to witness the traditional handicraft of Batik painting, the countryside for introduction of tropical spices like clove and nutmeg, local fruits in season and try rubber tapping. Photo-stop at a typical Malay village, admire the street arts in the small town of Balik Pulau and visit the legendary Snake Temple, where Pit Vipers adorn the altars. Tour completes after covering approximately 80-kilometre of different routes and scenery.​

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off, English speaking driver cum guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

This guided bicycle tour provides the rare opportunity to explore the southwestern side of Penang Island at Balik Pulau. On this half-day tour, ride through the charming countryside past rice fields, fishing villages, vegetables farms, and a mangrove forest not often visited by tourists. Light refreshments are included.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle and helmet, Light refreshments, Professional guide and driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Traveling to Penang is not only town area, Balik pulau area to experience local culture, environment and food. Cycling in the morning to get yourself a good healthy start. Of course, Audi Dream Farm is one of the most popular location where you may get to do all kinds of activities there, such as petting, riding, farming, hand-made activities if there is an event running.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Lunch, Private transportation, Audi Dream Farm entrance fee

Exclusions:

Explore and experience over 20 incredible attractions in Penang with a single all-inclusive pass. - Discover Penang's history, visit must-see sights, and enjoy activities for all ages with the Penang Experience Pass - Take the essential hop-on hop-off bus tour for unbeatable sightseeing and easy travels between locations - Take your pick and avail of a 1, 2, or 3-day pass and love the huge savings you'll get the various attractions - Don't worry about carrying multiple tickets or losing a physical pass - keep your E-ticket on mobile or email

Inclusions: Penang Experience pass, Admission to 20+ attractions

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Transportation fees

Join this private tour with your friends or family member to explore the Highlights of Penang Island.

Inclusions: Hotel Pickup/Drop off (within george town area), Air Conditioned Transportation, English Speaking Tour Guide, Entrance Fees as per Itinerary

Exclusions: Food, lunch and beverages, Any other things not mentioned in the itinerary

Are you here to holiday and unable to make up your mind where to visit ? Perhaps you have the place that you want to visit but you want more suggestion ? This is the package for you to cover all the place of interest in Penang island at your own leisure. Local Tour Guides will meet up with you to suggest/explain to you along the tour as you visit from point to point This is a private tour instant tailor made for your own interest without any set up destination in advance. You may choose from Heritage City of Georgetown , Hill and Temple, Street Food & Market Trail, Round Penang Island to Traditional Cultural Village types of visit.

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Entrance Fee/ Ticket, Penang Hill Ticket, and meals are excluded.

Highlights of this Full Day Penang tour (SIC) are firstly, Batik factory, Meet the professional local Batik painter in one of the pioneers batik manufacturing on the island. Enjoy a sip of Original Nutmeg juice , signature of Penang fruit aside from Durian. Next, Taste delectable homemade goat's milk owned by friendly Penang local family at Saanen Dairy Goat Farm. Not only that , Explore four major religious buildings in Malaysia stand solidly on the one street line and Showcase of more than 5o inspiring murals of Old Penang Street Art. Then , Visit Floating Village on stills above the water , Clan of Jetties of Chinese settlement since 19th century and Enjoy a visit at The Top Komtar , Rainbow Skywalk offers stunning seamless views of Georgetown and incredible sunset spots.

Inclusions: Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Experienced English Speaking Professional Guide , Entrance Fee - THE TOP KOMTAR (Rainbow Glass Skyway & Observation Deck), Sightseeing as per itinerary

Exclusions: Personal Expenses, Gratuities (optional ), Food & Drinks