Penang Heritage Food Walk

Overview

A slow walk through George Town's old streets with a guide who grew up eating here. You meet hawkers whose families have run the same stall for three generations.

Eight tastings are included — enough for a full meal. Our standard route mixes halal and non-halal stalls; a fully halal route is available if you tell us when booking. Vegetarian options are available at most stops.

Itinerary

1. 0:00 — Lebuh ArmenianIntroduction to George Town's history and the Clan Jetties.
2. 0:30 — Hawker tastingsChar kway teow, asam laksa, popiah and nasi kandar.
3. 2:00 — Little IndiaRoti canai, teh tarik and Indian sweets.
4. 3:00 — Sweet finishCendol and nutmeg juice.
5. 3:30 — Tour ends near Lebuh Chulia

What's included

Meeting point and pickup

Meeting point: Pulau Escapes meeting point on Lebuh Armenian, George Town — next to the blue bicycle mural. Please arrive 10 minutes early.

Pickup: No hotel pickup — the meeting point is walkable from most George Town hotels.

What to bring

• Comfortable walking shoes
• An empty stomach
• A hat and water bottle
• Clothes covering shoulders and knees for temple stops

Age and group size

Minimum age: None — under 6 join free. Child price applies to ages 6–11. Maximum group size: 10 guests.

Children under 6 join free (no tasting portion).

Good to know

• About 3 km of walking on flat streets, with stops.
• Tell us about food allergies when booking.

Cancellation policy

Free date change up to 72 hours before. Cancel more than 7 days before: full refund minus a RM 20 fee. 3–7 days before: 50% refund. Less than 72 hours: no refund. Full policy

Weather policy

The tour goes ahead in light rain (we provide umbrellas). If we cancel because of severe weather, you choose: a full refund or a free reschedule.

Payment

Pay a 30% deposit to confirm by FPX online banking or Visa / Mastercard. The balance is due 7 days before the tour; bookings made less than 7 days ahead are paid in full.