Join Gujju Tours on this exciting Penang Grand Tour and get a glimpse of the most fascinating and historical tourist destinations in Malaysia. Penang, an island paradise on the northwestern coast of Peninsular Malaysia, is highly sought after for its perfect combination of idyllic beach resorts, unique cultural landmarks and stunning architecture.
With Gujju Tours’ Penang Grand Tour you will discover all the treasures of the region and get a chance to learn about its rich culture and traditions. Penang Grand Tour starts with a pick-up from hotel in a fully air-conditioned ride. After you get picked up from hotel, our well-mannered and friendly representative will take you on a picturesque drive through the elegant buildings, including the mansions of the colonial era.
The first destination of this Penang Grand Tour is the iconic Penang Snake Temple, which was built in 1850 and is also known as the Azure Cloud Temple. This temple was built in honor of a Buddhist Monk - Chor Soo Kong. Here you will also find poisonous vipers curled around the altars and other parts of the temple.
The next stop on the Penang Grand Tour is Kek Lok Si Temple, one of South East Asia’s biggest Chinese Buddhist temples. Located on a hilly slope, this temple is eclipsed by the exquisite seven-story Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas and the gigantic bronze sculpture of the Goddess of Mercy. Ascend to the peak of Penang Hill standing at a height of 800 meters above the sea level on a funicular train ride and enjoy the scenic vistas of Penang Island and Georgetown.
Next stop is Batik factory where you will interact with local craftsmen who will fascinate you with the interesting facts about the ancient Batik art, which involves intricate dyeing procedures. Finally, get a first-hand knowledge of the incredible textiles of Malaysia with simple hand tools! All this can be accomplished by visiting the Royal Selangor Visitor Centre, which also provides a slice of the Malaysia’s tin mining history.
Book Penang Grand Tour with us for an amazing island gateway with friends and families.