Shore Excursions Group
Private Georgetown Heritage Tour
Private Georgetown Heritage Tour
Spend the day in the capital city of Penang and watch history come alive, as you wander the streets of one of the oldest cities in Malaysia.
Peruse the priceless antiques and artifacts at Peranakan Mansion, where you will gain an appreciation for the cultural assimilation between Malays and the early Chinese settlers. If your tour is in the afternoon, check out the various murals depicting the simple Penang lifestyle that dress up the streets. If your tour is in the morning, visit the impressive Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, also known as the Blue Mansion, built at the end of the 19th century. Stop at Fort Cornwallis and take a photo of the antique cannons decorating the massive fort walls. Pause at Old Protestant Cemetery on your way back to port. Thought by many to be one of the oldest cemeteries in existence, this burial ground with about 500 graves is where Captain Francis Light, Penang’s founder, was laid to rest.
Book this private tour now for an informative and photographic look at early life in Penang.
Please Note: Due to the restricted opening hours for the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, this stop will be replaced with a visit to the street art murals for guests whose ships arrive after 2:00 PM.
| Day 1 |
A dynamic island escape, Penang, Malaysia, is chock-full of exciting attractions, beautiful beaches, and stunning architecture. Head to the George Town neighborhood, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to explore the island's best colonial architecture and historical landmarks, including the Penang Town Hall, Fort Cornwallis, and Queen Victoria Memorial Clock Tower. Just off Beach Street you'll find some of Penang's famously vibrant street art and murals, the perfect place for photos. A visit to Penang won't be complete without stopping by one of the islands many temples, most notably the iconic Kek Lok Si Buddhist Temple, whose bright yellow roofs and red lanterns beckon from the wooded hills west of George Town. The island's natural beauty is sure to impress: visit the Penang Botanic Gardens, Penang Butterfly Farm, or Tropical Spice Gardens to delight in vivid and exotic flora. The island's north coast offers spectacular and secluded beaches surrounded by lush tropical forests. Head to Monkey Beach, Batu Ferringhi, or Pantai Keracut to lounge on the warm sand, dip your toes in bright azure water, or watch local monkeys and wild turtles roam the beach. |
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05/03/22 - 04/09/27 |
Starting At $68 |
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Guests must be able to step in and out of the vehicle. This tour can accommodate a collapsible wheelchair or walker, but those who are mobility impaired must have a companion to assist.
