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Experience the charms of old Melaka — a UNESCO World Heritage site that preserves the rich, multi-layered history. Learn about the city's Portuguese, Dutch, and British traders as well as the Malays who mixed with Indian and Chinese immigrants to form unique cultures and communities. Discover the heritage architecture of these traditions and taste local specialties, making this day trip to Melaka from Kuala Lumpur unforgettable.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1
Tourist Information and Interaction Center is our meeting point. We will some briefing before start the tour.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2A Famosa Fort
The Portuguese colonised Melaka from 1511 to 1641. The first thing they did was build a fort overlooking the river, calling it A'Famosa. However, Dutch came and destroyed the entire fortress, leaving only the entrance facade named Porta de Santiago which you may still get to see.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3St. Paul's Hill & Church (Bukit St. Paul)
A short climb up St. Paul's Hill and see the ruins of St. Paul’s Church at the summit. Built on the site of the last Melaka sultan’s palace, it was constructed by Portuguese fidalgo (nobleman) captain, Duarte Coelho, in gratitude to the Virgin Mary for saving his life during a storm at sea.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Stadthuys
It is said to be the oldest and the largest Dutch colonial building in Asia today. Its construction started in 1641, right after the Dutch gained control of Melaka from the Portuguese, that lasted for almost 20 years. Get to see the exhibits on display inside
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Stroll through bustling streets, and if possible, our guide will show you the living heritage of communities keeping traditional trades alive.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
6
Our guide will take you on a stroll along Jalan Tokong, Jalan Tukang Emas, and Jalan Tukang Besi, where you’ll encounter living heritage and hear the inside stories of these streets. Along the way, you’ll marvel at how one street harmoniously blends different religious sites.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
We will bring you back to Kuala Lumpur after the tour.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 11 years
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Please arrive at 8:30am with your passport or photocopy ID for check-in
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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