Historical Melaka Day Tour from Kuala Lumpur

Your trip starts with a pickup at your Kuala Lumpur downtown hotel. Then count on our comfortable vehicle with licensed driver who will help you with your luggage and head to Melaka. Visit St. Peter’s Church first , a very distinctive church, is also one of the many historical sites in Malacca. The red exterior wall, together with the surrounding red historical relics, complements each other very prominently.

Then head to A’Famosa Porta de Santiago,originally built by Alfonso de Albuquerque, who led the Portuguese invasion of Malacca Sultanate, the fortress is now a crumbling white gatehouse on the lower slopes of the St Paul’s Church.

After that, walk up to The Maritime Museum. The Maritime Museum of Malacca was built on the basis of a real large Portuguese cruise ship. Because of the priceless treasures of Malacca in the cabin, the Maritime Museum is considered one of the most important symbols of Malacca’s heritage. In the window of the museum, there are items left over from different periods in Malacca.

Then walk along Dutch Square which is surrounded by red painted buildings. It reflects the history of Melaka, the Dutch administration , the British colonization and the Chinese settlers.

Later, after having lunch in a local restaurant, you will explore Cheng Hoon Teng Temple which is one of the most notable landmarks in Malacca. Located near the Hindu temple Sri Pogyatha Vinoyagar along Jalan Hang Lekiu (in Jonker Street) this Chinese temple is billed as the oldest Buddhist place of worship in the country.

At last, head to The Malacca River which winds through Malacca and connects with the sea. The river reflects old or new buildings on both sides of the river, as well as murals. Everywhere is beautiful and worth visiting. You can sit by the river, watch the scenery, talk and revel in it.

After the tour, escort you back to your Kuala Lumpur downtown hotel