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Day 4 Jan 20, 2029 Penang In the far northwest of Peninsular Malaysia, Penang is the most ambiguously named part of the Malaysia: depending on context, the moniker may refer to the island (Pulau Pinang in Malay, pinang being what Malays call the betel-nut palm), or the state (the island plus a blob of mainland opposite, around the town of Butterworth), or even just the state capital – properly Georgetown, waiting to be appreciated on anMSC Grand Voyages cruise excursion. This was where the British established their first Malay port in the late eighteenth century, laying the foundations for the Georgetown of today, a fascinating blend of colonial, Indian, Malay and – especially – Chinese and Peranakan heritage. A shore excursion on your MSC Grand Voyages cruise can be the opportunity to visit this city that has seen a renaissance since its central old quarter, along with that of Melaka, were jointly made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008, and makes a wonderful base to see all of Penang. Elsewhere on the 285-square-kilometre island are a coastal national park where you might see nesting turtles, a couple of unusual temples and a rather overdeveloped beach at Batu Ferringhi. Filling a triangular cape at the island’s northeastern corner is Georgetown’s centre, its historical core of which is essentially the area south and east of Lebuh Farquhar, Lebuh Cinta (Love Lane) and Lebuh Melayu. It’s a surprisingly harmonious maze of lanes lined with shophouses in various states of repair and liberally sprinkled with religious buildings, impressive clan associations or kongsi – a blend of Chinese welfare organization, social club and temple and other monuments. Dating to 1884, Georgetown’s Botanical Gardens boast extensive lawns, a stream and little jungly waterfall, and several (rather paltry) plant houses. Weekend mornings it’s packed with groups of exercising Chinese, who storm around the circuit trail in about thirty minutes. Penang port guide Search cruises visiting Penang

Penang photo — Day 4 Jan 20, 2029 Penang In the far northwest of Peninsular Malaysia, Penang is the most ambiguously named part of the Malaysia: depending on context, the moniker may refer to the island (Pulau Pinang in Malay, pinang being what Malays call the betel-nut palm), or the state (the island plus a blob of mainland opposite, around the town of Butterworth), or even just the state capital – properly Georgetown, waiting to be appreciated on anMSC Grand Voyages cruise excursion. This was where the British established their first Malay port in the late eighteenth century, laying the foundations for the Georgetown of today, a fascinating blend of colonial, Indian, Malay and – especially – Chinese and Peranakan heritage. A shore excursion on your MSC Grand Voyages cruise can be the opportunity to visit this city that has seen a renaissance since its central old quarter, along with that of Melaka, were jointly made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008, and makes a wonderful base to see all of Penang. Elsewhere on the 285-square-kilometre island are a coastal national park where you might see nesting turtles, a couple of unusual temples and a rather overdeveloped beach at Batu Ferringhi. Filling a triangular cape at the island’s northeastern corner is Georgetown’s centre, its historical core of which is essentially the area south and east of Lebuh Farquhar, Lebuh Cinta (Love Lane) and Lebuh Melayu. It’s a surprisingly harmonious maze of lanes lined with shophouses in various states of repair and liberally sprinkled with religious buildings, impressive clan associations or kongsi – a blend of Chinese welfare organization, social club and temple and other monuments. Dating to 1884, Georgetown’s Botanical Gardens boast extensive lawns, a stream and little jungly waterfall, and several (rather paltry) plant houses. Weekend mornings it’s packed with groups of exercising Chinese, who storm around the circuit trail in about thirty minutes. Penang port guide Search cruises visiting Penang

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 31-day span: $8,159 · range $8,159–$8,159

Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

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from $8,159

$1,165 / night

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Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $8,159

$1,165 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Deluxe Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $9,124

$1,303 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $9,659

$1,379 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Deluxe Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $10,624

$1,517 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Terrace Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $11,883

$1,697 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Yacht Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $12,715

$1,816 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Terrace Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $13,383

$1,911 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Yacht Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $14,215

$2,030 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Owner's Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $17,070

$2,438 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Owner's Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $18,570

$2,652 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $20,250

$2,892 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Deluxe Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $22,280

$3,182 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Terrace Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $28,090

$4,012 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Yacht Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $29,840

$4,262 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Owner's Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $39,010

$5,572 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Prices verified Jul 9, 2026

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Price history

30 days

We've tracked this sailing's fares every day for the past 31 days. Here's what each cabin type has cost.

Price history by cabin type
Cabin	Current	Lowest	Highest
Suite	$8,159	$8,159 · Jun 9	$8,159 · Jun 9

Lowest and highest fares we've recorded for each cabin type · verified 6 hours ago.

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Suite

Lowest Suite $8,159 AB Balcony Suite $8,159 S Deluxe Balcony Suite $9,124 SA Owner's Suite $17,070 T Terrace Suite $11,883 Y Yacht Suite $12,715

Lines step when the price changed; a gap means sold out or no public fare that day. Plot up to 6 at once.

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Cabin grades and pricing
Name	Supplier code	Type
Oceanview Stateroom	D	Oceanview
Emerald Stateroom	E	Oceanview
Emerald Stateroom	ES	Oceanview
Balcony Suite	A	Suite
Balcony Suite	AB	Suite
Panorama Balcony Suite	AP	Suite
Balcony Suite	B	Suite
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite	C	Suite
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite	P	Suite
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite	R	Suite
Deluxe Balcony Suite	S	Suite
Owner's Suite	SA	Suite
Terrace Suite	T	Suite
Yacht Suite	Y	Suite

Ship

Your ship Emerald Raiya 5★ **5,300** GT **128** guests Built **2019** The 2027-built superyacht Emerald Raiya features deck plans with 64 passenger cabins, 4 dining venues, and a full wellness complex (gym, 3 saunas, spa with 3 massage rooms). The aft Marina Platform supports watersports activities, while the Marina Deck offers a sundeck area served by the Marina Lounge & Bar. Additional facilities include 3 tender boats, 2 lifeboats, and 2 Zodiacs (RIB boats). Guest leisure options include a swimming pool (infinity-style), Pool Deck with spa pool, sunbathing area, and bar, as well as multiple lounges: Amici Bar Lounge (main lounge), Observation Lounge (bow-facing indoor lounge), Aqua Cafe (outdoor bar lounge), and Sky Bar (outdoor poolside bar). A Medical Center (infirmary/hospital) is also available onboard. The yacht has 7 decks in total, with 6 accessible to passengers and 4 featuring cabins. Two midship elevators connect all decks. Emerald Raiya belongs to the same class/design as her sisterships Emerald Kaia (2026) and Emerald Xara (2028). Emerald Raiya ship guide Search cruises on Emerald Raiya

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