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Penang City and Entopia Butterfly Farm Tour
Product code 131538P17
From
From USD 100
Dates
Available from Sep 2, 2025
Start times
9:00 AM, 2:00 PM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-2, Child ages 3-12, Adult ages 13-99
Options
Penang day tour
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Duration
5 hours 5 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Kuala Lumpur
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From USD 100
Penang City and Entopia Butterfly Farm Tour





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Duration
5 hours 5 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Kuala Lumpur
Why Travelers Love This
Malaysia is a melting pot of culture and Penang Island is a must to visit their fascinating culture and heritage. Explore George Town’s colonial heritage, colorful neighborhoods and craftsmanship on a half day tour to some famous attractions in Penang. Learn about local traditions and cultural. Penang is not only well known for its rich cultural heritage. It also has no shortage of and natural scenery; the island is a fusion of forests, lakes and beaches, we make sure you see the best of Penang.
Overview
Malaysia is a melting pot of culture and Penang Island is a must to visit their fascinating culture and heritage. Explore George Town’s colonial heritage, colorful neighborhoods and craftsmanship on a half day tour to some famous attractions in Penang. Learn about local traditions and cultural. Penang is not only well known for its rich cultural heritage. It also has no shortage of and natural scenery; the island is a fusion of forests, lakes and beaches, we make sure you see the best of Penang.
What's Included
Included
As per Malaysian law, groups with more than 6 tourists must have a licensed professional guide.
Hotel pick up and drop off (50% surcharge applies for pick-up/drop-off outside George Town)
Entrance fee
English Speaking Driver
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Personal expenses
Meals and beverages
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
5 minutes
Stop 1
Our friendly driver will greet you at your hotel lobby and take you on a journey to the other side of Penang for this nature trail.
Stop 2
2 hoursAdmission included
Stop 2
Amidst the chaos of our daily lives, Entopia helps us all rediscover the true balance between human and nature. Being the oldest Tropical Butterfly Farm in the world (est. 1986), it has recently rebranded and its old structure has went through a massive reconstruction and expansion and re-opened its gates in 2016. Experience more than 120 species of butterflies flying around you in this open-air exhibition. Discover various types of insects and reptiles in the display and learning centre in this 2-storey building.
Stop 3
20 minutes
Stop 3
Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple is a Thai temple in Penang famous for its large gold-plated Reclining Buddha, which is at 33m, is one of the largest in the world.
Stop 4
20 minutes
Stop 4
Penang island’s earliest Chinese settlement, where homes balance above the water on wooden stilts. Learn about the immigrants that traveled from Fujian province to live on Penang Island, while taking in intricate stone carvings and wooden ornaments, then learn the strict rules of the Khoo Kongsi, a Chinese clan house.
Stop 5
20 minutes
Stop 5
The street begins from the St.George Church run by Anglicans were built by British East India Company in 1819 and it’s known to be the oldest building in Penang. Built with a Greek architecture, the interior consist of a cool pastel blue with marble floors and outside the main building on the church grounds is a memorial to Sir Francis Light in the form of a Greek temple.
Stop 6
20 minutes
Stop 6
Along the way be greeted by a colorful Taoist temple of the Goddess of Mercy that’s a source of light to the street any time of the day which for a fact survived two world wars! Initially, this temple was built for the sea of the goddess to thank her for blessing the travelers during their journey on the sea. However, with a bigger population of the Hokkien and Cantonese clan dominating the area, Goddess of Mercy Guanyin replaced Goddess Mazu. During Chinese New Year believers flock around the temple to gain every blessing from Kuan Yin Ma for a healthy and prosperous year ahead.
Stop 7
20 minutes
Stop 7
Migrating from the South of India, the oldest Hindu temple in Penang at the Street of Harmony shines diamonds and precious stones are part of its façade and it is a typical example of Hindu architecture, built in the south Indian Dravidian style. Since the area was filled with moneylenders, merchants, and laborers, their contribution was made into a small shrine far far away from home. Take a wander down the street and immerse in intoxicating sandalwood drifting out of the shine and the vibration from the devotees’ glee the street.
Stop 8
20 minutes
Stop 8
The Kapitan Keling Mosque is designed on a curious mix of styles, combining colonial architecture with traditional Moorish arches, and its interior features a fantastic crystal chandelier and calligraphy panels. Built by the Indian Muslims primarily the head of the Indian Muslim community, Kapten Caudeer names the mosque after himself and Keling which was the origin of his birthplace.
Stop 9
20 minutes
Stop 9
Little India is colorful neighborhood with dozens of shops & vendors for Indian clothing, jewelry & street food.
Stop 10
20 minutes
Stop 10
Explore the heart of Penang’s UNESCO World Heritage Site with its charming streets, colonial architecture, vibrant street art, and cultural landmarks. This walking tour offers a glimpse into the city’s rich history, diverse culture, and unique local lifestyle.
Stop 11
20 minutes
Stop 11
The coffee tree shop is premium for both quality and price. They have lots of coffee varieties and they are certainly generous with their tastings, and you can wrap the day with a taste of Penang's classic white coffee.
Additional Info
Infants Must Sit On Laps
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
littering & smoking is prohibited inside the vehicle
Other
Please call us on your own should you face any challenges. If last minute booking (less than 6 hours, please call hot line no.
Other
Additional charges may apply for out of Penang Island Hotels & outside Georgetown city, Amount Depend on drop of point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
4.0
1 reviews
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