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

Ascend Penang Hill, 720-metre above sea level by means of funicular train. Enjoy the bird’s eye view (usually clearer in the afternoon) of George Town and feel the cool and refreshing air at the summit. Another highlight is Kek Lok Si, Southeast Asia’s largest Buddhist temple. Marvel at the 30-metre high statue of the Goddess of Mercy, the 7-tier ‘Thousand-Buddha Pagoda’ and the ‘Pond of Longevity’.

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

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

A rare experience to dine at Colonial Penang Hill, Malaysia’s first hill station accessible by the unique funicular railway system. Take a stroll at the summit, feel the cool and refreshing air before enjoying a sumptuous set dinner at the cosy David Brown’s Restaurant, with the bird’s eye night view of George Town, Penang Bridge and part of the mainland in sight.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off, English speaking driver cum guide, Funicular train ride, Dinner

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available for purchase), Gratuities

Ascend the 720-metre high Penang Hill by funicular train to the summit. Visit The Habitat – a newly opened 1.6 km nature trail conserved to be the most complete, exciting and educational Malaysian rainforest experience. See the flora and fauna along the trail, appreciate the specialty gardens, and enjoy the fantastic views from the 230-metre long Canopy Walk and the Tree Top Walk which is the highest viewing platform of Penang.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off, English speaking driver cum guide, Funicular train ride, Entrance fee, Lunch

Exclusions: Participation in other activities such as zip-lining and abseiling, Gratuities

Describing Penang is describing an island with a beguiling blend of British, Chinese, Malay and Indian influences; the multicultural facets of this off-the-coast marooned destination have its roots now spread around the island. With the capital Georgetown as its pride and joy, under UNESCO protection since 2008, Penang is more than just an alluring beach destination with a pristine jungle in the centre of it all: often labelled as the unofficial food capital of Malaysia, there is no shortage of ‘fine-dining’ options, ranging from street hawkers to established names in the culinary circuit. Ideas for trying out the local cuisine may be unveiled after you have completed this introduction of Penang Hill and its most famous temple – the Kek Lok Si.

Inclusions: A half day tour with a professional English-speaking guide cum driver., All applicable taxes and service charges, Funicular Train Ticket up and down Penang Hill, Kek Lok Si Temple Chairlift Ride ticket to Bronze Statue

Exclusions: 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 and optional tours, unless otherwise stated, Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement., Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point, Supplements for transfers for customers arriving or departing from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations, Hotel expenses of a personal nature, should an overnight be included: this includes mini-bar consumption, laundry, room service, any telephone or other communication cost not mentioned in the program, Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

Even if you have only a short time in Penang, soak up the key sights in just half a day on this action-packed door-to-door tour. Ride the funicular to the peak of Penang Hill; explore the streets of George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site; watch pewter craftsmen; taste white coffee; and check off religious monuments from Kek Lok Si Temple to Wat Chaiyamangkalaram and Dhammikarama Burmese Temple. - Discover the rich multicultural diversity of Penang - Ride the funicular to the 2,733-foot (833-meter) summit of Penang Hill - Explore George Town, Kek Lok Si Temple, and more - Take it easy with door-to-door round-trip transfers

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, English speaking Driver, Ticket for Penang Hill Train, Kek Lok Si Temple, Inclined Lift

Exclusions: Food and Drinks Unless Specified, Gratuities, Personal expenses

Experience the unique funicular train ride to Penang Hill, 720-metre above sea level. At the summit, appreciate the exhilarating bird’s eye view from the cosy David Brown Restaurant, where you get to enjoy English High Tea in the cool weather. Take a stroll at the summit before descending.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off, English speaking driver cum guide, Funicular train ride, High tea

Exclusions: Gratuities

Catch the beautiful sunset at Penang Hill. First by taking a stroll through the rainforest trails of The Habitat to Curtis Crest Tree Top Walk – the highest point of Penang with unobstructed sunset view over the hill. After refreshment, night walk, amidst the sound of insects and wildlife, back to the entrance of The Habitat. Return journey or take dinner option at the colonial style David Brown’s Restaurant.

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

Exclusions: Participation in other activities such as zip-lining and abseiling, Gratuities, Dinner (Optional)

This tour covers the main highlights of Penang Island. It includes Chew Jetty – the early Chinese migrant settlement in Penang, the intricate stone carvings and woodworks of the Khoo Kongsi (Clan House), the colourful Little India, the iconic 720-metre high Penang Hill by funicular train and the Kek Lok Si – Southeast Asia’s largest Buddhist temple with its 30-metre high statue of the Goddess of Mercy. Lunch en-route at a local restaurant, optional stops include Coffee Tree and Royal Selangor Pewter.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off, English speaking driver cum guide, Entrance fees, Funicular train ride, Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities