Things to do in Penang, Malaysia: The Best Bus Tours

Explore George Town’s colonial heritage, colorful neighborhoods and craftsmanship on a half day tour to some famous attractions in Penang. Learn about local traditions and cultural, we make sure you see the best of Penang.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pick up and drop off, Entrance Fee

Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal expenses, Food and drinks, unless specified

Penang, located at north west of Peninsular Malaysia, is a small island but it is compact with interesting and intriguing places. It is the first British Settlement in Malaysia and it flourished and thrived to became the busiest port in the region then. Penang is best known as a melting port for many ethnic groups with the most prominent trade was spices; which the early European paid dearly for these "green gold". Indulge yourself with a round island tour with many places to be seen and great memories!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Hotel pick up and drop off, Entrance fee

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Gratuities

A full day (8 hours) tour, starting with a visit by driving over Penang bridge to Orangutan Sanctuary Island on mainland Peninsular Malaysia to see some 17 Orangutan up close and personal. Get to know them by names - BJ, Adam, Hiroshi, Manu and others. We, the human, are being enclosed, not the orangutan. Alpha may weigh up to 300 kilogram, so be careful, they have the strength up to 7 adults! They shared some 97% of human's DNA; no wonder they are fun to watch. Upon returning to Penang Island, the afternoon is flexible itinerary. Among others you can visit a wet market to see unique produce and sample some exotic and fusion local foods. Visit a temple with poisonous snakes or enjoy street arts, Clan jetty, Clan-house, a Captain's house, George Town's World Unesco Heritage enclave or Thai temple. Experience George Town's diverse multi-racial cultures living harmoniously side by side along street of harmony. Talk to your tour guide on the options for the rest of the available time.

Inclusions: Parking Fees, Professional Guide, Transportation by Private Vehicle, Tolls, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Entrance tickets, Foods and Drinks, Gratitude, Train/Lift Tickets

This guided tour is flexible tour for 8 hours meaning you can customize your own tour in Penang from ship or hotel or airport. You choose some 5-9 attractions to go from the list in "tour details" and dictate how much time to spend at each attraction. Either you may indulge in details in the attractions, or kind of "touch and go" or you simply snap pictures from the exterior without going in, you call the shot. If heat is a concern, go into more indoor attraction or go up the hill. If mobility is your concern, then go for a round island tour with the comfort of air-conditioned car. If you like shopping then your American dollars are stretch 4 X versus Ringgit Malaysia as everything is a bargain. If you do not have a clue where to go or to do, no problem, let our learned tour guide choose it for you. The tour guide cum driver, will accompany you into all attractions and give commentary on the go. You will be surprised what Penang has to offer.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Professional Guide, Transportation by private vehicle, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Foods and Drinks, Gratuities, Entrance Fees, Train/Lift fees

This is a guided tour and it let you have the flexibility to pick and choose attractions that you like. You will be spoilt for choices. For a 4 hours visit from port or hotel or airport, you may select to go to some 2-4 attractions from the list below. You choose the places and dictate the time to spend at each attraction. Either visit the attraction to your heart fills, or simply take picture from the outside without entering, you call the shot. If mobility is a concern, go for a round island tour and take the comfort of viewing from the car. If you do not have a clue where to go, let our learned tour guide choose it for you. The tour guide cum driver, will accompany you into all attractions and give commentary on the go. You pick some 2-4 attractions/activities from the list in tour details. Penang is a land of charm and you will be surprised what it got to offer and you wish you stop by here longer!

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Professional Guide, Transport by Private Vehicle, Hotel/Port Pickup Dropoff, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Meals, Gratuities, Entrance Fees

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

Entopia – the Penang Butterfly Farm where the world of insect is seen in harmony with nature, is divided into 2 parts – the Natureland which is a living vivarium where live butterflies, dragon flies, stick insects, reptiles and etc… are seen in its natural habitat and surroundings, and the Cocoon which covers indoor nature activities and exhibition such as the reproduction process of insects including the firefly and beetles with technology guided interpretation. Scheduled live insect show is included, but refreshments at its Tapestree Café will be at own expense.​

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off, English speaking driver, Entrance fee

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

George Town comes alive at night as the gourmet paradise of the East. A slow drive into the city takes you pass some of the landmarks and historical buildings of the colonial era. Pass Little India and part of Chinatown before the culinary experience of food tasting at a local Street Food Centre. Try the famous Penang dishes like Laksa, Char Koay Teow, Rojak etc. After food tasting, have a feel of the old town ambience through a short and relaxing trishaw ride in the centre of George Town. ​

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off, English speaking driver cum guide, Food tasting, Trishaw ride

Exclusions: Gratuities

This tour will give you a full tour of Penang main highlights. You will experience and get a chance to witness the different cultures and architecture of Penang. We will also get a chance to visit the Penang Street art, the heritage buildings, local temples as well as Penang history. This is a perfect city tour for couples or families visiting for the first time.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Hotel pick up and drop off

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Gratuities

Penang’s historical trails date back generations. Over the centuries, the island’s tropical climate, stunning beaches, pristine rainforest and a perfect trading post for seafaring nations resulted with various cultures settling permanently. After the British colonised Penang, leaving numerous historical buildings behind, it became a cultural hub for visitors who wanted to explore the entwining of nations, the culinary galore with a touch of the untouched. A relaxing half-day discovery of natural treasures, culinary delights, and seeing with your own eyes that there is plenty to discover, away from the sandy shores and thriving George Town, beckons.

Inclusions: A half-day tour with a professional English-speaking guide cum driver. , A refreshment en route, All applicable taxes and service charges

Exclusions: All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description, Tours, inclusions of any kind and other services that are not outlined in the tour description, Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees , Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement., Compulsory Christmas, country-specific festival and/or New Year dinner at included hotels, Single supplement charges for single travelers, where applicable, Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point, Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)