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Penang Hill & Kek Lok Si Temple Tour with Funicular Train Ride and Hotel Transfers

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Activity Schedule

  • When does it run?

    Daily

  • Duration

    4.5 hours

  • Start time

    Pick–up from Town hotel : 8.30am – 8.45am/ 1.30pm – 1.45pm

    Pick–up from Beach hotel : 8.15am – 8.30am/ 1.15pm – 1.30pm

    Tour Departure Time : 9am / 2pm

  • Meeting Point
    Pick up from your hotel. (Please mention your hotel name and address at the time of booking. If you do not have this information now, our customer service executives will get in touch and confirm the details)
  • Ending Point

    Drop off at your hotel in Georgetown or Batu Feringghi.

Key Highlights

  • Enjoy a short and relaxing retreat to the Kek Lok Si Temple and Penang Hill
  • Discover the beautiful Kek Lok Si Temple, one of Southeast Asia’s most prominent Buddhist temples
  • Marvel at the 7 tier pagoda of the 10,000 Buddhas with a mix of Chinese, Thai and Burmese elements
  • Check out the 30-metre tall bronze statue of the Goddess of Mercy and the Pond of Longevity
  • Enjoy a picturesque Funicular train ride and ascend up to 800 metres above sea level to Penang Hill
  • Escape the lowland heat and humidity and enjoy the flora and fauna of Malaysia's oldest hill station
  • Admire the panoramic views of Georgetown and part of the mainland from the top of Penang hill
  • Travel conveniently with options of morning and afternoon departure times and hotel transfers

Overview

Escape the bustling Georgetown to explore the magnificent Buddhist temple, Kek Lok Si, and take an exciting funicular train ride for a fantastic view of Georgetown from Penang Hill, Malaysia's oldest hill station! Admire the statues and architecture of Kek Lok Si, one of Southeast Asia’s most iconic temples. Witness the 30-metre tall statue of the Goddess of Mercy, the 7-tiered Pagoda of 10,000 Buddhas and the Pond of Longevity. Experience riding on Funicular Railway that has the steepest tunnel track in the world and the longest track in Asia. Enjoy the cool air and the natural flora and fauna at the top of Penang Hill, 800 metres above sea level.

This tour provides options of morning or evening departure along with hotel transfer services for an easy travelling experience.

Itinerary

Meet your friendly driver at the doorstep of your hotel in Georgetown or Batu Feringghi and embark on this Penang Hill and Kek Lok Si Temple Tour.

Visit the Kek Lok Si Temple, one of the largest and most beautifully built Buddhist temples in South East Asia, also known as the temple of 'Ten Thousand Buddhas'. Witness the 7 tier pagoda of the 10,000 Buddhas that is a blend of Chinese, Thai and Burmese architecture and craftsmanship. Marvel at the 30-metre tall bronze statue of Kuan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy and the sacred ‘Pond of Longevity’ which houses hundreds of tortoises, a symbol of longevity, strength and endurance in the Chinese culture!

Next, rise up to 800 metres above sea level to the Penang Hill or Bukit Bendera via the popular funicular train! Enjoy the exciting ride and feel a considerable decrease in temperature and humidity at the top of the hill. Admire the breathtaking panoramic views of Georgetown, the beautiful capital of Penang. Take this opportunity to appreciate the splendid flora and fauna of Penang Hill, Malaysia’s oldest hill station and a much-preferred retreat for local and world-wide tourists.

This tour ends with transfers back to your hotel.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off within Penang island
  • Penang Hill & Funicular train ride
  • Skylift at Kek Lok Si Temple
  • Driver
  • Transport

Exclusions

  • Meals
  • Pick up from hotels in Butterworth
  • Kek Lok Si Incline Lift from bottom to top @ MYR16
  • Surcharge MYR80 for Fast Lane @ Penang Hill

Please note

Voucher information: You must print and surrender a paper version of your booking voucher for this activity (showing your voucher on a smartphone is not accepted). No refund can be given for customers without a printed copy of their voucher.

Please call the activity operator at least 48 hours prior to the start of the tour to confirm the departure details.

Please reach meeting point 10 minutes prior to the departure time.

There should be a minimum of 2 passengers for guaranteed departure. Should this number not be met for your chosen date you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund.

Should the Penang Hill Funicular Train not be operating, we will replace this tour with the Penang Botanical Garden.

Entry to Colonial Penang Museum –MYR 35 (Adult), MYR 15 (Child 5 –12years)

• Optional: Snake Farm inside the Snake Temple –MYR 8 (Adult), MYR 6(Child)

• Optional: Fast lane @ Furnicular Train – MYR 50 per person

• Optional: Incline Lift from bottom to top @ Kek Lok Si – MYR 16 per person

Additional info

The confirmation voucher includes the local activity operator’s contact details and local telephone numbers at the destination. They will happily answer any logistical questions you may have.

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