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Highlights
- Start your adventure with a convenient hotel pick-up for this exciting four-hour tour of Penang, featuring the iconic Kek Lok Si Temple. This site boasts an impressive collection of 10,000 Buddha statues.
- The grandeur of Malaysia's largest Buddhist temple is evident at Kek Lok Si, where you'll find a magnificent 7-story white-and-gold pagoda and golden statues set against stunning panoramic views from its elevated location.
- Experience stunning vistas over Georgetown and parts of the mainland as you ascend Penang Hill via The Penang Hill Funicular Train!
- Did you know? Kek Lok Si, Malaysia's largest Buddhist temple, was constructed in 1890 by a Chinese immigrant.
Your Experience
Start a half-day journey that combines spirituality at Kek Lok Si temple with stunning views from Penang Hill. Your knowledgeable tour guide will also serve as your driver, ensuring you're picked up and dropped off conveniently from your hotel.
Your adventure begins at the stunning Kek Lok Si temple. Challenge yourself to count all ten thousand Buddhas on its 7-tiered Pagoda upon arrival! This architectural marvel blends Burmese, Chinese, and Thai styles, providing a serene escape from city life. Don't miss the towering 99-foot bronze Guanyin statue or explore the Pond of Longevity with its hundreds of turtles.
Next, your guide will lead you to Georgetown for The Penang Hill Funicular Train ride (at an additional cost). As you ascend Malaysia’s historic hill station, enjoy rare flora and wildlife along with stunning views over Georgetown. Take in the fresh mountain air, capture beautiful photos, and relax at the tranquil hilltop.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Penang Hill & Kek Lok Si Chinese Temple Half-Day Tour
- Entry to Kek Lok Si Chinese Temple
- Guide provided by driver
- Shared round-trip transfers from and back to your hotel
- Access to Habitat Penang Hill
- Funicular train ride on Penang Hill
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Must Know
- The tour accommodates up to 10 travelers; ensure your group size complies with this limit.
- A minimum of two participants is required for booking a spot on this half-day excursion.
Ticket Delivery
Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo at the time of pick-up.
If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must carry a valid student ID.
Hotel Transfers
This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.
In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.
On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 10-15 min prior to your scheduled departure.
If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel. Your Headout host will be waiting for you here.
Validity
This ticket is valid for the date selected during checkout.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 168 hours before the experience starts.
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