Georgetown Sightseeing Tour

3.7
(9 reviews)

4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered

Take a scenic drive through historical Georgetown, the capital city of Penang, now protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On this half-day tour you’ll visit the most prominent buildings of the colonial era such as Fort Cornwallis. Enjoy a trishaw ride past Georgetown’s charming architecture, the modern skyscrapers of bustling Chinatown and colorful Little India— each a showcase of Penang's rich culture and heritage. Round-trip hotel transport is included.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
English-speaking Driver/guide
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Entrance Fees-pay on site (Khoo Kongsi Clan House-MYR 15 per person)
Trishaw Ride-pay on site: MYR 80 per trishaw (subject to change)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Meet at hotel lobby at least 15 minutes before the pick-up time

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Photo stop at Fort Cornwallis that once belonged to the English East India Company and where Captain Francis Light first landed in 1786

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Chaiya Mangalaram Thai Buddhist Temple

    Visit the majestic Thai Buddhist Temple, Wat Chayamangkalaram, which houses one of the world's largest reclining Buddhas at 33 meters. This gold –plated reclining statue has long fascinated foreign tourists.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Khoo Kongsi

    Stop at one of the most magnificent clan houses, Khoo Kong Si. The building features intricate carvings and woodwork bearing the mark of master craftsmen from China.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Chew Jetty

    The Clan Jetty, an intricate network of rows and rows of houses built on stilts out on the sea in the 19th century by the Chinese immigrants.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Tour Operator

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Fort Cornwallis - Photo Stop. View from outside only.
Supplied by Asian Overland Services Tours & Travel

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Small Group
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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3.7 Based on 9 9 reviews
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