Bites and Bikes of Penang
Bite-sized trip
Day 1 – Arrival in Penang
For two nights, you’ll stay in the centre of Georgetown, Penang’s most atmospheric and happening area and a recognised UNESCO World Heritage site. Here, the streets are lined with pastel-painted Chinese shopfronts, fragrant street food stalls and swinging paper lanterns. It’s nothing short of foodie paradise, with to several outdoor foodcourts, lively hawker centres and traditional Nyonya restaurants.
Days 2-3 – Guided bike ride & departure
There’s no better way to get to know Penang’s heritage and food scene than to hop on a bike and explore with a local guide. You’ll be collected from your hotel and transferred to the starting point where you’ll be given your bike, helmet and safety jacket. From here you will cycle with your guide in a small group around the city, discovering hidden temples and learning about the history of this area.
For breakfast you will stop to try a variety of different Indian breads alongside a local ‘teh tarik’, and lunch will include a selection of local dishes to share from a hawker centre including local favourites such as Assam Laksa and Char Keow Teow. At the end of this half-day tour you will be transferred back to your hotel. The rest of your stay in Penang is free to explore independently.
Accommodation
For this bite-sized trip we offer the following options
Bites and Bikes of Penang - Comfort accommodation
For this bite-sized trip we have an alternative option available for your accommodation. Our In-Style version is something a bit more special or unique but still with lots of local flavour! If you would like to upgrade your accommodation for this bite-size trip select our In Style option below.
Perhentian Island Escape - Special Stay accommodation
If you’re looking for a unique experience during your stay in Penang, consider our Special Stay option. Our Special Stay option is a bit more unique, but still full of local character! This unique, centrally located heritage hotel lets you step back in time for a while. Decorated with blue details, antique furnishings and modern comforts, this hotel is a true treat. The hotel only has a limited amount of rooms, so be sure to book well ahead. If you’re interested in upgrading to our Special Stay accommodation for this bite-sized trip, you can select this option below.
Bites & Bikes of Penang - alternative option with Trishaw tour
Not a fan of biking, but like the sound of this bite-sized trip? No problem! We also offer a typical trishaw tour. You’ll be picked up from your hotel and taken to the starting point, where your trishaw driver will meet you. He’ll show you all of Penang’s most interesting buildings including the Godess of Mercy temple, Fort Cornwallis and the town’s City Hall. Along the way, you’ll pass through the lively streets of Chinatown and the vibrant Little India. After the tour, you’ll be dropped back at your hotel.
Cooking class in Penang
If you’re interested in Malaysian cuisine, this is the perfect place to learn more about it! Penang is renowned for its cuisine and multicultural dishes and on this trip you’ll make some of these delicious dishes for yourself. In the morning there’s a guided tour of the spice terraces and you’ll learn about the spices used in local cuisine. Then, under the guidance of experienced and professional chefs you’ll learn to cook local favourites such as Nasi Lemak, Assam Laksa and Chicken Tandoori.
