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A cannon on display with a city skyline and ocean in the background. 1
A historic fort entrance with a brick wall, American flags, and a wooden bridge. 2
A historical fort with a sign reading "Fort Crawfawallis." 3
A sign for Fort Cornwallis with a tiled roof and a flag. 4
A historic fort with cannons, brick walls, and a flag. 5
By Asni Tours & Travel (M) Sdn Bhd

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Free cancellation available
Price is ฿3,679 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Explore the Penang city which is  rich in history as it is in culture, tradition and diversity. Visit the many historical buildings and temples such as Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple, Dhammikarama Burmese Temple. After that, take a scenic drive through the streets of George Town - UNESCO World Heritage Site and witness the remnant left by the British and local dwellers of the past and also make a visit to Fort Cornwallis.

Activity location

  • Reclining Buddha Wat Chaiyamangalaram
    • 17, Lorong Burma,
    • George Town, Penang, Malaysia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
    • 1 Jalan Tun Syed Sheh Barakbah
    • 10200, George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Penang Heritage Tour: Iconic City Landmarks & Fort Cornwallis

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
฿3,679.40 x 1 Adult฿3,679.40
Total
Price is ฿3,679.40
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transport
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel or cruise terminal pickup and drop-off (selected hotel only)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English speaking Driver
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Fort Cornwallis Admission Ticket
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Optional

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Fort Cornwallis opened from 9am to 10pm.
  • No meals are included.
  • Itinerary sequence or location may change due to traffic or closure of places of interest.
  • If exceed tour hours as stated above, additional hour will be charged
  • Optional tours are available upon request (additional charges)
  • An additional surcharge of USD 10 per person for hotel pickup outside 1km radius from the city centre is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.
  • Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel

Activity itinerary

George Town (Pass by)

Your tour begins with pickup from your hotel or cruise terminal at Georgetown on time for a 9am departure. Meet and greets our friendly driver at the lobby and proceeds for your tour.

Reclining Buddha Wat Chaiyamangalaram

  • 30m
Firstly you will visit Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple where the 4th longest Reclining Buddha Statue is found

Dharmikarama Burmese Temple

  • 30m
Right across the road you may also visit the Dhammikarama Burmese Temple which holds a Buddha statue standing at 8.2 metres, making it the tallest in Malaysia. The existence of these two temples is due to the early settlement of the Thai and Burmese community in the early 1800s.

George Town

  • 30m
After that, take a scenic drive through the streets of George Town - UNESCO World Heritage Site and witness the ramnant left by the British and local dwellers of the past

Coffee Tree

  • 30m
On the way, we will stop for some free sampling of Penang’s famous White Coffee/ Tea at Coffee Tree

Fort Cornwallis

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
Then make a visit to Fort Cornwallis which is the largest standing fort in Malaysia. Fort Cornwallis is a star shaped fort that was named after the then Governor-General of Bengal, Marquis Charles Cornwallis. Approximately 10 feet high, Fort Cornwallis, Penang or Fort Cornwallis Pulau Pinang is located close to the Esplanade, next to the Victoria Memorial Clock. End of the tour return to your hotel or cruise terminal in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Location

Activity location

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    Reclining Buddha Wat Chaiyamangalaram
    • 17, Lorong Burma,
    • George Town, Penang, Malaysia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
    • 1 Jalan Tun Syed Sheh Barakbah
    • 10200, George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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    Swettenham Cruise
    • 10300, George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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    Georgetown Cruise Terminal
    • 10300, George Town, Penang, Malaysia
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    Swettenham Pier
    • 10300, George Town, Penang, Malaysia
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    Tourist Information Centre
    • 10 Jalan Tun Syed Sheh Barakbah
    • 10300, George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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