• Melaka Butterfly and Reptile Sanctuary - After picking up the traveler from the hotel, the journey begins with a drive of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to the first stop at Ayer Keroh Malacca, right after the toll booth. Here, visitors can explore not just an ordinary Butterfly Park, but a Sanctuary dedicated to both butterflies and reptiles.

Imagine being surrounded by hundreds of vibrant butterflies, with flowers bursting with color and life. Watching these butterflies dance in the morning sun, with water gently flowing over garden stones, is a reminder of life’s simple beauty. At the Melaka Butterfly and Reptile Sanctuary, the newly launched butterfly garden offers a perfect escape for relaxation—a retreat everyone will enjoy.

Currently, the Melaka Butterfly and Reptile Sanctuary is home to over 20 different species of butterflies, including the Black and White Helen (Papilio nephelus), Malayan Birdwing (Troides), and Malaysia’s National Butterfly, the Rajah Brooke’s Birdwing, named after Sir James Brooke, the Raja (King) of Sarawak.

Visitors will feel like Alice in Wonderland as they watch these magnificent creatures perform their daily routines among the inviting flowers, which bloom in abundance and are filled with magical nectar. For butterfly enthusiasts, this aviary is a must-visit spot!

The journey began when the first butterfly was spotted flying in the Sanctuary. Since then, the flying never ceases. Spanning over an 11-acre jungle site, the Malacca Butterfly & Reptile Sanctuary first opened to the public on February 1, 1991. Launched by the Chief Minister of Malacca, it was initially known as The Butterfly Park Malacca, serving as a haven for butterflies.

After 22 years of establishment, thousands of images have been captured by delighted tourists, amazed by the surprisingly friendly and lovely little pilots in the Sanctuary. The ‘flight’ of the butterfly has touched the hearts of thousands of tourists worldwide, including those from Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Within Malaysia, the Sanctuary has established itself as a major tourist attraction in the rapidly growing historical city of Malacca, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage City since June 2008.

Not only does the butterfly’s flight attract thousands of tourists to the Sanctuary, but the magical friendship between the butterflies and reptiles has also drawn in lizards, amphibians, crocodilians, mammals, birds, and, last but not least, the koi in the Koi Garden.

• Mini Malaysia & ASEAN Cultural Park Melaka - Mini Malaysia & ASEAN Cultural Park is a cultural park featuring impressive replicas of traditional Malaysian and ASEAN homes. Similar to the Karyaneka Handicraft Centre in KL, each house contains furnishings, fixtures, and artworks depicting the culture of each state or country. Located in Ayer Keroh, the park showcases Malaysia’s 13 states with houses that may look similar to the untrained eye (except for the Borneo house). However, inside each abode, the differences are evident with life-sized wax dummies dressed in traditional costumes and local handicrafts. The Mini Malaysia Complex also includes a model of an Orang Asli village.

Exploring the park is a delightful way to spend an afternoon, and entrance to both Mini Malaysia & ASEAN Cultural Park is included in one ticket price. It’s a great place for families, where kids can learn to play traditional Malay games such as congkak or even try their hand at an Iban blowpipe. On weekends, cultural dance shows are also available.

• Flora de la Mar Maritime Museum - The Melaka Maritime Museum is a replica of the Flor de la Mar, a Portuguese ship believed to have been carrying loot plundered from Malacca when it sank off the coast on its way back to Portugal. Opened to the public in 1994, this unique museum offers an enlightening journey into Malacca’s past. The 34m-high, 36m-long, and eight-meter-wide structure is located on Quayside Road, just 10 minutes from the Dutch Square. The museum is divided into different eras that Malacca has experienced, from the Melaka Sultanate period to Portuguese, Dutch, and British rule.

The Melaka Maritime Museum aims to highlight Malacca’s historical significance as a regional and international business center. Displays include artifacts and documents from the Melaka Sultanate, Portuguese, Dutch, and British administration eras, revealing why political control of Malacca was crucial for maritime dominance in the region. Additionally, there is a collection of model ships and reading material on Malacca’s history and famous legends such as Hang Tuah.

• Melaka Straits Mosque - The mosque is located on Pulau Melaka, a man-made reclaimed 40-hectare island just off the city center of Melaka.

The island has faced challenges since construction began in 1996. Initially, conservationists opposed the island’s location, where many submerged historical artifacts, including the wrecks of Portuguese ships, were believed to be buried. These have now been covered under tons of rocks and sand. The ambitious construction project also encountered financial difficulties due to the global economic crisis.

In recent years, Melaka’s state government has taken over responsibility for the project, and construction has resumed.

On the drawing board, or at various stages of completion, are mixed residential and commercial units, along with several leisure/tourism projects.

• A Famosa Fort - A’Famosa is more than just a quick photo opportunity for tourists. Built in 1511, the settlement once spanned an entire hillside, but now only a lone gate (Porta de Santiago) remains. As one of the oldest surviving European architectural remains in Asia, it is located beside the Istana Kesultanan on Jalan Kota. A’Famosa is perhaps Malacca’s most famous sightseeing spot. Originally constructed by Alfonso de Albuquerque, who led the Portuguese invasion of the Malacca Sultanate, the remains of the fort now consist of a crumbling whitewashed gatehouse, located downhill from St. Paul’s Church.

In the 16th century, A’Famosa housed the entire Portuguese administration, including hospitals, five churches, elongated stockades, and four key towers. One tower was a four-story keep, while the others served as an ammunition storage room, captain’s residence, and officer’s quarters. The rest of the bastion comprised townhouses clustered inside the fortress walls. The fort was expanded in 1586 to accommodate Malacca’s growing population.

At the beginning of the 16th century, the Portuguese were establishing outposts in Macau, China, and India to create a string of friendly ports for their ships traveling between China and Portugal. Malacca’s growing popularity made it an important link for Portugal to the Spice Route in China. In 1511, the Portuguese fleet, under the command of Alfonso de Albuquerque, arrived and launched an attack on the armies of the Malacca Sultanate, defeating them. Albuquerque quickly consolidated his gains by building a fortress around a hill near the sea, using 1,500 slaves to construct A’Famosa as a stronghold against foreign invasion.

Dutch History: In 1641, the Dutch wrested control of A’Famosa from the Portuguese and drove them out of the city. What remains is largely the Dutch reconstruction, as they carried out renovation works in 1670 following the siege. To this day, a small inscription (ANNO 1670) can be seen on the fort’s arch, along with the coat-of-arms of the Dutch East India Company (VOC). A’Famosa changed hands again when Malacca fell into British hands during the expansionist Napoleonic times. Initially under the impression that the VOC was to act as a caretaker administration until the Dutch could fully resume control, they had no idea the fort would soon be lost to them forever.

British History: Due to offering too little and asking for too much, the Dutch forces soon lost the respect of their Malay subjects, and in the early 19th century, Malacca was fully conquered by the British. Concerned about maintaining the fort should it fall into enemy hands, the English ordered its destruction in 1806. Fortunately, Sir Stamford Raffles (founder of Singapore), who was visiting Malacca in 1810, arrived just in time. Due to his love of history, he intervened before the complete destruction of the old fortress. It was a close call, and the crumbling remains of Porta de Santiago, a small gatehouse, were all that could be salvaged from total destruction. When work was undertaken on the Menara Taming Sari revolving tower in 2006, another part of A’Famosa was discovered. As a result, the revolving tower was relocated further inland, and A’Famosa’s newly-discovered fortress walls were reconstructed.

• Red Square (Dutch Square) - The simple, sturdy Stadthuys in Dutch Square originally served as the official residence of the Dutch governors and was used as a town hall throughout the British administration. It now houses a collection of museums. A few of the galleries in the renovated building are worth a visit, such as the Islamic Museum, Architecture Museum, and the Muzium Rakyat (People’s Museum), which covers everything from gasing uri (top-spinning) to Malay and Chinese ceramics and weaponry. Also interesting is the History & Ethnography Museum, which has an extensive collection of maps, prints, and photos detailing Malaccan history and development. Additionally, check out the upstairs reconstruction of a 17th-century Dutch dining room.

The interior of the Stadthuys is beautiful, with white, monumental staircases and high windows, resembling a typical 17th-century Dutch municipal building. It is very attractive and well-maintained. The view from the back windows reveals whitewashed homes lining the courtyard—a picturesque sight indeed.

Turning to the right as you leave the Stadthuys is Christ Church. Also facing the fountain, it was built in 1753 to commemorate the centenary of Dutch occupation in Malacca and to replace an earlier Portuguese church, which had become a ruin. Check out the elegant collection of sacramental silverware bearing the Dutch coat-of-arms and the intricate painting of the Last Supper on the glazed tiles of the altar.

Christ Church Design: Malaysia’s oldest Protestant church, Christ Church’s red bricks were shipped all the way from Zeeland in Holland. The cool, whitewashed interior features decorative fanlights high up on the walls, the floor is studded with Dutch tombstones, and the walls have plaques recording WWII and epidemic deaths. The church is of simple Dutch design, with neither aisles nor chancel. Its most significant features are the original, elaborate, 200-year-old hand-carved pews and its heavy timber ceiling beams, each carved from a single tree trunk, spanning more than 15m long. The porch and vestry were added in the 19th century.

After that, the journey continues to Jonker Walk, or visitors may choose to ride the Trishaw/Tricycle or go for a Malacca River Cruise.

• Private transportation
• Bottled water
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Entrance Tickets to all the places
• Other than mentioned in inclusion

Malacca stands as a historical testament to Malaysia’s past, teeming with heritage structures, ancient monuments, and vestiges of colonial history. This is where the first encounters between colonial power and Malaysia took place, shaping the present economic and political landscapes of the country. Present-day Malacca still bears the marks of British, Dutch and Portuguese influence in its forts, museums, churches and towers. Pay a visit to Malacca for an unforgettable cultural journey.

This is an exclusive excursion which carries a flat rate for the car charter, regardless of the number of passengers. Unlike other trips that drop you off at the Dutch Square leaving you to explore on your own, most of the sights on this trip will be accessed by car. However, to provide travelers with personal time with their families, areas including the Malacca River Cruise, Jonker Walk, and Dutch Square will be self-guided. We allot 3-4 hours for you to enjoy these sites at your own pace before we depart for KL

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.