Historic George Town Top-Rated Half-Day Heritage Tour
Overview
The Historic George Town Top-Rated Half-Day Heritage Tour is your perfect gateway to explore the rich cultural and historical treasures of George Town, Penang. Begin your journey with a convenient hotel pickup from your George Town accommodation, where you’ll be guided through some of the most iconic heritage sites in the city. The tour includes a visit to Chew Jetty, a unique water village, where you’ll explore the traditional wooden houses that date back to the early Chinese settlers. Next, step into the Pinang Peranakan Mansion, an impressive museum showcasing the opulence and lifestyle of the Peranakans. Continue to the Khoo Kongsi, an elaborate clan house that offers insight into the influential Khoo family. Then, visit the serene Chaiya Mangalaram Thai Buddhist Temple and the peaceful Dhammikarama Burmese Temple, two stunning places of worship that reflect the spiritual diversity of George Town. After this enriching journey, you’ll be dropped back off at your hotel, concluding your Historic George Town Top-Rated Half-Day Heritage Tour.
Tour Highlights:
- Chew Jetty Heritage Tour: Start your journey with a visit to the fascinating Chew Jetty, a historical waterfront village. Walk along the wooden stilt houses and learn about the early Chinese settlers’ way of life.
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion: Step into the world of the Peranakans at the Pinang Peranakan Mansion. Marvel at the stunning displays of traditional clothing, antiques, and Peranakan culture.
- Khoo Kongsi: Visit one of the most impressive clan houses in Malaysia, Khoo Kongsi. Admire the intricate architecture and discover the significance of this place for the Khoo family.
- Chaiya Mangalaram Thai Buddhist Temple: Experience the peaceful atmosphere of the Chaiya Mangalaram Thai Buddhist Temple, known for its beautiful golden Buddha statue.
- Dhammikarama Burmese Temple: Visit the Dhammikarama Burmese Temple, home to intricate Burmese architecture and tranquil surroundings, offering a spiritual respite.
- Return to Hotel: After your enriching journey, you’ll be dropped off at your George Town hotel.
Tour Amenities
Any amendments can be made up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
The sightseeing will proceed according to the itinerary.
Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
Get a full refund if cancel the booking 72 hours before it begins.
We offer 24/7 global customer support.
This is a private tour for you and your group only.
Included
Pick-up from your George Town hotel.
The English-speaking tour guide during the sightseeing tour.
Transportation: Private air-conditioned vehicle for a comfortable tour.
All entrance fees for attractions are included.
Drop-off at your George Town hotel.
Excluded
Personal expenses are not included.
Optional activities not included.
Tour Plan
Why Choose Our Historic George Town Tour?
Our Historic George Town Top-Rated Half-Day Heritage Tour takes you on an unforgettable cultural adventure through George Town’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed streets. With an expert English-speaking tour guide, you will gain a deeper understanding of the city’s history, architecture, and the fascinating stories behind its landmarks. This tour is a perfect blend of culture, history, and local charm, ensuring that you’ll leave with lasting memories.
Book Your Historic George Town Tour Today!
Don’t miss out on exploring the must-see attractions of George Town. Our tour promises a perfect combination of history, culture, and the best sights the city has to offer.
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Reviews (12)
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craig_a
Source Viator
Awesome tour!
Md. Firdauz is an excellent tour guide. He provides you insight and history of buildings, roads, and places along your journey. He's very knowledgeable of Penang and it's history! He also brought us to many other places not on our itinerary. Definitely an excellent tour and highly recommend this tour with Md..
Written April 15, 2024
Low_K
Source Viator
An awesome day learning about Georgetown 😁
We had a great half day tour with tour guide Ash. He picked us up from our hotel in a nice clean comfortable air con car. As it was tomb sweeping day - we went to visit the temples first to avoid the crowd. Then we visited the Chew jetty, Khoo khongsi n Peranakan Museum. Ash was knowledgeable and had the balance of history info and trivia. He even took us to a local kopi tiam to have fried kway teow near our hotel which was excellent as we had some spare time. Overall a very good private tour .. thank you !.
Written April 3, 2024
JeanMichelW
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Extremely helpful and informative trip
After spending a lifetime as a school teacher and 7 years now as a tour guide, Cheam was so informed about Penang’s past and current trends it was like having an interactive Penang for Google. My parents and I asked a flurry of questions about the Malay, Chinese, Baba-Nonya, Peranakan, and Indian communities, she not only answered them intuitively, but with compassion for all sides and with a touch of humour. We spent more than the allotted time and she even took us to her favourite Laksa place, which we later found out was awarded a Michelin bib for two years running. Without a doubt one of the best tour experiences we’ve had. Not to be missed..
Written February 7, 2024
Marianna_T
Source Viator
Interesting. Covered a lot!
Muhammad (the tour guide) was friendly, informative and also did a few extra stops on the tour so I could take photos of street art. It was a great afternoon..
Written January 4, 2024
luisadowning
Source Viator
Fabulous History tour
We were met by Ang, our tour guide, first thing in the morning. Ang is a very polite individual, he explained the history of the island and answered all of our questions. He made it very interesting with his sense of humor and positive attitude. We learned a lot about the history and the mixture of cultures that confluence in Penang. I would recommend it to anyone interested in the history of the city..
Written January 2, 2024
Usman_R
Source Viator
Excellent tour by Ang
Excellent tour. Our guide, Ang, was brilliant. He arrived at our hotel early and everything proceeded smoothly. Ang has a great sense of humour and is passionate about his tour. The explanations were fascinating too - he was a brilliant tour guide and made our day!.
Written September 3, 2023
Elizabeth_O
Source Viator
Great holiday
We had a great guide Muhamed. He was knowledgeable, friendly and patient. We enjoyed our tour. We will make a return trip.
Written April 4, 2023
Christopher_H
Source Viator
Very enjoyable tour....
Very enjoyable tour. Muhammad, our driver and guide, was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. We appreciated all of his help..
Written February 28, 2023
Lea_G
Source Viator
Our guide Lim was very knowledgeable.
The reclining Budha, The Peranakan Mansion both were highlights. Driving through parts of Georgetown- gave us a nice glimpse of the area..
Written February 22, 2023
marinka_j
Source Viator
A must do in George town!
It was really great to see Georgetown and special places on Penang Island with mr Firdauz, Mohammed. He told us many interesting facts. We especially like historic sites and street art and we did see both! Great tour!.
Written July 20, 2022