We had a really interesting and enjoyable excursion with Princilla and SJ. They have a genuine passion for what they do, their community and environment, and are so happy to share their knowledge and experiences. Highly recommended!

We had the most incredible cycling experience with Princiliarocks and SJay. Educational (and tailored), incredible landscapes, great riding and great quality bikes and helmets and a few suprises along the way. We love riding when we travel and this did not disappoint. We will definitely return for a longer ride with Matahari on our next trip to Malaysia and recommend them to all our friends visiting Penang!

We had an amazing experience on this cycling tour. We joined as a family of four (with a 9-year-old daughter and a 6-year-old son) for the 4-hour ride, and it was absolutely worth it. Along the way, we enjoyed lots of cultural explanations, tried local food, and saw beautiful scenery that we would never have found on our own. The tour ended at a wonderful spot where we had a delicious laksa, and our kids were very happy too. Highly recommended for families as well as anyone who wants a fun and meaningful local experience. Special thanks to Prinsilia and SJ — we truly appreciate your kindness, guidance, and support throughout the tour!!

An excellent day out on the bikes cycling in villages, palm plantations and rice paddies, finishing at the beach. My teenage sons thoroughly enjoyed it. The communication before the tour was very smooth and everything was very well organised, we felt that we were always looked after. I find that I learnt a lot about living in the countryside and I also enjoyed the stop at the palm oil plantation, which was very informative. Also thanks to SJ for the book recommendation, it’s already in the post! I recommend the tour to everyone but especially to families with active teenagers!

The best day of 2025! I thoroughly enjoyed my half day cycle tour with Princilia and SJ – actually it was more than just half a day. Princilia and team went the extra mile in ensuring safely combined with a cultural, heritage and nature experience of the Island. Each stop along the way boasted something delicious to eat, something new to learn and something beautiful to admire! I was extra impressed to have actually got in some good cycling too. Princilia is a passionate and enthusiastic, beautiful human being with an amazing drive to make people happy and share all she has. This is quality is exceptional! To top it off, they even organized a little Birthday cake for me. I can’t wait to retune to Penang to join more more adventures with Matahari! #sunshine troopers ❤️

We did The Classic cycle tour with Matahari Cycle Tours and we really enjoyed it. Princilia was very informative as we biked by various plants, trees, villages, etc. Our bikes were very good, we always had lots of water and were reminded to put on our sunscreen. SJ was always there waiting for us at the designated stops. We enjoyed all the different food and drinks we were able to try. The path itself was great, just the right combination of road and trail. I loved the hills (JK) but they weren’t too bad. Just the right size group and we would do it again. We loved the ice cream at the end.

Bikes are new and the guide is knowledgeable. It brings me to see the nature, feel the culture. Great memories in Penang

Unmatched Quality. The Only Way to Experience Penang. I judge travel experiences by a simple metric: Return on Investment for my time. The Penang Countryside Tour with Matahari Cycle Tours & Travel delivered immense value. My wife and I are fitness enthusiasts who refuse to compromise on cultural depth or food quality. Finding an operator who can balance these three elements is rare. Princillia and SJ nailed it. They are professionals who understand their craft. The cycling was legitimate, the cultural insights were grounded in reality rather than tourism fluff, and the food stops were outstanding. They didn’t just show us the countryside. They integrated us into it. This was one of the best execution levels we have seen in our travels. Matahari has earned a loyal customer. We will be back to clear their catalog of tours. Book them if you want professionalism and authenticity.