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Penang: Evening Walking Foods Tour
A guided tour on Penang traditional street foods. Foods and drinks (except alcoholic) are included:
1. 3 hours walk, eat street foods/drinks in local cafes while take in the sight of traditions and cultures as we walk the street. Best eat nothing at all before tour.
2. Taste some 10-13 traditional Penang famous street foods and drinks. You will be full at the end of this tour.
3. Learn the ingredients and preparation of Penang dishes like Lor Bak, Wantan Mee, Roti Canai, Assam Laksa, Char Koay Teow, Hokkien Mee, Curry Mee; drinks like nutmeg juice, ambra, barley, white coffee and desserts like Chendol, ABC or rojak.
4. Visit a Chinese temple to gain insight to Taoism and have your fortune told.
5. Savor local tropical fruits like water apple, jackfruit or langsat, if available.
6. Savor local snacks like Malay cakes or Indian apom (crepe).
7. View heritage building architectures, fengshui and street art murals along the way.
Note: Inform if any allergy or vegan or religious concern.
... More- 3 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 60.00
Price varies by group size
4-Hour Georgetown Food Tour
Feast your senses on the sights and smells of George Town on a half-day culinary tour, ideal for food lovers with limited time in Penang. In a small group, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town in the early evening, a cooler and less-crowded time to visit, on a tour that combines its rich culture with numerous local delicacies. Plus, taking a food tour at the start of your trips means you receive ample culinary recommendations sure to enhance your vacation.
... More- 4 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 88.00
Penang Cooking Classes
Penang, historical island that never fail to amaze travelers or visitors from abroad. Vibrant colorful culture with yearly celebration by diverse people. These is what make Penang famous for, being food capital of Malaysia.
Indulge in Morning Market Tour and experiencing local morning routine. Hear merchants offering their best bargains to buyers. The smell of street food made by the uncle and aunties, which were so enticing to the passer by. Never forget, those attractive colorful Kueh, pastries and dessert which are mouth watery, irresistible to catch a bite.
We (Penang Chiak), will reveal how the ingredients used in the cooking process. Allowing participants to explore, garner secret techniques which rarely shared to public, and handling spices is SERIOUS business!
One session will be roughly 5 hours which includes, morning Market Tours, Breakfast and Coaching Classes. Schedule of class arrangement are subject to BOOKING REQUEST ONLY or Private Reservations.
... More- 5 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 82.00
3-Hour Heritage on a Plate Lunch Hop in George Town Penang
As the undisputed culinary capital of Malaysia, Penang’s food scene is as diverse as it is delicious. Let a guide reveal the best of the city’s dishes on a half-day tour of George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its culture and cuisine. You’ll receive personalized attention in a small group limited to six as your guide provides a comprehensive introduction to Penang that’s ideal for first-time visitors.
... More- 3 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 62.00
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
Escape to the countryside of Penang without the risk of getting lost on the way out of George Town on this action-packed half-day cycling tour. Your guide leads you down lesser-explored paths and through rural areas and villages that only the locals know about. Cycling is a much better choice than walking, as you are able to see so much more!
... More- 4 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 29.96
Penang: Flexible 6-Hours Highlights
Avoid canned tours with itineraries that are set in stone with this customizable highlights tour of Penang. This tour strikes a great balance between flexibility and ease of planning; you retain all the flexibility of a self-planned tour but, unlike a self-drive excursion, your guide can suggest places to visit and provide local knowledge. On the day your guide will be with the whole time to answer your questions and provide local insight. This tour is perfect for those who want to explore everything that Penang has to offer at their own pace.
... More- 6 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 80.00
Price varies by group size
Penang Hill Funicular Ticket
Secure tickets in advance to ride the funicular railway up Penang Hill. Glide around 1.2 miles (1,996 meters) up to the peak, where you can soak up sweeping views of the island from the viewing deck or admire the colonial-era bungalow Bel Retiro. Upgrade for skip-the-line access via the fast lane.
... More- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 8.35
Private Penang Hill Habitat Nature Walk with Lunch
Explore one of only two remaining virgin forest areas on the island of Penang during this 5-hour nature walk excursion at The Habitat Penang Hill. Take a stroll along the 1-mile (1.6-kilometer) nature trail through this ecotourism park, marveling at the habitat’s unique range of plants and animals. An included lunch at a British colonial-style restaurant and great island views add to the experience.
... More- 5 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 112.00
Price varies by group size
Penang City & Temple Tour with Penang Hill(Fast Lane) & Kek Lok Si
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.
... More- 6 hours
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USDÂ 97.90
Price varies by group size
Private Tour : Penang Excursion Tour
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed George Town with your own private guide when your cruise ship docks in George Town. Take in highlights such as Penang Hill, Fort Cornwallis, and the historic Pinang Peranakan Mansion, along with a variety of houses of worship including Kek Lok Si Temple, Sri Mariamman Temple, Kapitan Keling Mosque, and St. George's Church. Learn about Penang’s food, heritage, and history along the way.
... More- 8 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 83.08
Price varies by group size
Penang: Morning Walking Foods Tour
A guided tour on Penang street foods. Foods and drinks are included:
1. 3 hours walk, eat street foods/drinks in local cafes while take in the sight of traditions and cultures along busy Penang Street. Eat light or nothing at all before tour.
2. Taste some 12-18 traditional Penang famous street foods and drinks. You will be full at the end of this tour.
3. Chat with locals and learn the preparation of Penang dishes like Lor Bak, Nasi Lemak, Roti Canai, Kuih Kak, Assam Laksa, Char Koay Teow, Curry Mee, Chendol and drinks like nutmeg juice, barley and white coffee.
4. Visit a Chinese temple to gain insight to Taoism and even have your fortune told.
5. Visit a Penang morning wet market where locals shop and taste snack like nutmeg fruit.
6. Savor exotic local tropical fruits such as water apple, jackfruit or langsat.
7. See old trades like hand-made spring roll skin making in action.
8. View heritage buildings architecture.
Note: Inform if any allergy or vegan or religious concern.
... More- 3 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 50.00
Price varies by group size
Food Tour at Penang - Eat Like a Local, Feel Like a Local
Penang is the food capital of Asia, the cultural diversity here have contributed to a wide variety of food option. Chinese, Malay, Indian and Even Western Cuisine just popping out every where around the whole island. Either you looking for a High Class fine Dining option to Heritage Culture Vibe Cafe, you will be amaze with the amount of option you will be flooded with.
However, the best food of Penang came from the street side. Street Hawker that being operating for tenth of years and some inheriting from the cooking skill from their fore parents. These Stalls on the street side might look simple, it may not provide you the comfort of seats but the taste of food might be comparable or better to those Michelin Star Restaurant.
Lets join me to explore the wonders of this street food and learn on how to be a local foodies.
... More- 5 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 120.00
Penang Tour With Your Experience Personal Driver
This unique Penang Island Private Half-Day Tour from George Town allows you to plan your own itinerary and trip with a personal driver at hand to take you and your group from place to place. This tour provides a list of more than 35 places around the area under different categorizations to be chosen for a tailored-to-you day. Plus, this experience keeps you away from others with private transport for your group of up to three.
... More- 4 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 98.00
per group
Chef Samuel's Private Malaysian Cooking Class with Wet Market Tour
Get hands-on cooking with a professional local chef while learn 3 signature dishes of your own choice from scratch. Immerse in different ethnic food such as Malay, Chinese, Indian, Mamak, Nyonya & even Penang Street Food.
After I pick you up, we'll visit a local wet market to gather and learn unique local ingredients while sightseeing the bustling locals' lifestyle. We'll also have an authentic hawker food sampling and enjoy coffee at a famous nearby Kopitiam if time permits.
Along the class, you'll taste nutmeg juice, which is a Penang native-grown produce famous for spice trade in the past.
Rest assure you will be fully taken care of as we'll be able to customize for vegetarian & vegans. Let us know in advance of your any dietary restriction too.
... More- 5 hours
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USDÂ 116.46
Penang Food Tour - Georgetown
Penang, Georgetown City, is the food capital of Malaysia. All the stop is carefully selected to serve you the best of Penang food.
... More- 3 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 65.00
Eat Like A Local: Penang Street Food Tour
Indulge your taste buds and eat like a local on this street food tour in Penang. Step off the beaten track and mingle with the locals buying fresh snacks from food hawkers. Stop at several food carts with your guide and sample some of the tasty treats Malaysians love. Perhaps taste brown-sugar biscuits, spiced pork rolls or fresh guava, and gain insight into the herbs and spices used. Learn of the diverse Chinese and Indian influences Malaysian street food embraces, and sip refreshing tropical fruit juices.
... More- 4 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 62.00
Dinner at Penang Hill
Enjoy fine food and beautiful views over Georgetown on this 3-hour Penang Hill Railway ride with dinner. Hop aboard the Penang Hill Railway in Georgetown and travel up Penang Hill. Discover English colonial charm at David's Brown restaurant, nestled among beautiful forest and gardens on Penang Hill. Savor a delicious dinner of British or traditional Penang cuisine, and enjoy breathtaking views over the bright lights of Georgetown shimmering and twinkling in the distance. When your meal is over, travel in style by train back to the city.
... More- 3 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 102.00
Price varies by group size
Penang Harmony Food Trail
Enjoy insights into food and culture you can only get from a local as you slurp, snack, and sip your way through the Georgetown heritage area on this small-group food tour. Stop by at least three different food outlets and sample at least 10 delicious bites—enough for a full lunch. Along the way, discover sights like St. George’s Church, the Goddess of Mercy Temple, and historic Chinese clan houses.
... More- 4 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 79.90
Penang Street Food in Georgetown and History Walking Audio Tour
Explore the top 10 secret food spots in George Town, the colourful and multicultural capital of the Malaysian island of Penang, as you walk and eat through this culinary experience with this self-guided immersive tour!
Guided by an expert historian, we’ll discover the diverse flavours of a place where the most memorable tastes are found in the streets. Enjoy a melting pot of heritage on a plate, in a bowl or on a banana leaf as you learn about this city’s colonial history, stories of immigration and innovation.
From Nasi Kandar and Ais Kacang to Char Koay Teow and Birds Nest coffee, this epic foodie adventure is the best way to explore the beautiful and bizarre tastes of Malaysia. Whether you’re after a refreshing coffee, meaty lunch or sweet desert, you’ll leave with Penang wanting more.
Note: This is a self-guided audio walking tour and does not include entrance tickets
... More- 45 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 9.90
Dinner at Penang Hill Including Train Ride
Enjoy an evening of English cuisine and spectacular views at David Brown’s Restaurant, in a dining room set high on Penang Hill. You’ll eat surrounded by tropical plants and blooming flowers, and have time to explore the garden that wraps around the open-air dining room. This 4-hour dining experience includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a ride on the Penang Hill Funicular, and dinner at David Brown’s Restaurant.
... More- 4 hours
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USDÂ 138.47
Penang's Night Eat-Venture Vespa Food Tour by Vespalicious
This is the first and only vespa food tour in Penang. We take you off-the-beaten to local food streets and markets. Embark on a breezy evening chauffeur driven ride on vintage Vespas to explore and experience the sights, sounds and tastes of Penang through narrow alleys and local street food before ending at a local pub or speakeasy or your hotel.
... More- 4 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 160.00
Price varies by group size
Half Day Penang Islands Yacht Cruise
Get a taste of the celebrity lifestyle on a private, luxury yacht experience from Penang Island. The unique environment and stunning setting have been at the heart of our city since 2017. Â The most beautiful experience that you can truly indulge with your friends and loved ones and create an unforgettable experience by joining this tour.
... More- 4 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 262.83
Price varies by group size
Penang Islands Yacht Cruise with F&B for Full Day
Get a taste of the celebrity lifestyle on a private, luxury yacht experience from Penang Island. The unique environment and stunning setting have been at the heart of our city since 2017. Â The most beautiful experience that you can truly indulge with your friends and loved ones and create an unforgettable experience by joining this tour.
... More- 8 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 448.72
Price varies by group size
4 Hour Food and Heritage Walking Tour in Penang George Town
Beside UNESCO World Heritage, Penang is also known as a food paradise. Follow our tour to taste various foods and beverages from multi races in Malaysia, and explore the heritage sides of George Town on foot. Beginning with Wonderfood Museum at Beach Street, walk to Chew Jetty, experience local hawker foods of Penang, arrive Armenian Street, visit Khoo Kongsi at Cannon Street and end the tour with a delicious local lunch.
... More- 4 hours
- Free Cancellation
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USDÂ 76.55
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