• Bukit China (Chinese Hill) - As per Malay history, the Sultan’s marriage to the Emperor’s daughter led to a significant increase in Chinese settlers. The princess arrived with a large entourage, including 500 handmaidens. The Ming Bride established her residence on Bukit China with her extensive retinue, and the hill has remained a predominantly Chinese area since then.
• Red Square (Dutch Square) - Constructed between 1660 and 1700, these bright terracotta-red colonial Dutch buildings feature louvered windows and sturdy doors with wrought iron hinges. Inside the Stadthuys, you’ll find beautiful white, monumental staircases and tall windows, resembling a typical 17th-century Dutch municipal building.
• St. Paul’s Hill & Church (Bukit St. Paul) - The exterior is largely in ruins and reflects Portuguese architecture. A small paved path on the hilltop leads visitors into the church ruins. The church is dedicated to Saint Paul the Apostle, and a statue of him, painted in white, is present.
• Christ Church - Built in 1753 to commemorate a century of Dutch rule, Christ Church is an instantly recognizable brick-red building with a large white cross on top. Inside, the cathedral features 200-year-old handmade pews, decorative fanlights, and plaques honoring Dutch soldiers and locals. When the British took over Malacca, they added a weathercock and bell, converting it from a Protestant church to an Anglican one.
• St. Peter’s Church - St. Peter’s Church is the oldest functioning Catholic Church in Malaysia, built in 1710 on land donated by the Dutchman Maryber Franz Amboer. The church’s oldest item is a bell, crafted in Goa in 1908.
• Cheng Hoon Teng Temple - Known as the ‘Merciful Cloud Temple,’ this is the oldest Buddhist place of worship in the country, built in 1646. The temple is dedicated to Kuan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy, with a black, gold, and red-robed statue of the goddess in the central prayer hall.
• Portuguese Settlement - In the early 1930s, a British Resident, at the request of a French missionary, permitted the creation of a fishing village of wooden huts on swampy land by the sea. Originally called St. John’s Village, it became a haven for those of Portuguese descent to preserve their religion, language, culture, and traditions. Today, the settlement, sometimes referred to as Mini Lisbon, includes streets with names like D’Alberquerque, Sequera Eredia, D’Aranjo, and Texeira.

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Driver/guide
• Lunch

• Gratuities
• Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Embark on a captivating journey through history with a visit to the ancient city of Malacca, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Founded in the 15th century, Malacca once thrived as one of the most prominent trade hubs in Southeast Asia. Owing to strong Portuguese, Dutch and British influences, Malacca now boasts a rich history and a diverse blend of architectural styles.

Discover the Street of Harmony which is home to the oldest Chinese and Hindu temples in Malaysia. Explore the remains of St Paul’s Church, where St Francis Xavier was once interred.

The tour includes a River Cruise from Taman Rempah Jetty, which concludes at Flor De La Mar Jetty. Flor De La Mar (Flower of the Sea) is a model of a ship that perished near the coast of Sumatra in 1511. It was originally constructed in 1502 in Lisbon and stood as one of the superior ships of its era.

No trip to Malacca would be complete without a visit to this extraordinary, historically rich city.

• Infants free of charge, no seat.
• A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
• All transfers and half/full day tours – NO refund for cancellation received within 24 hours notice
• Coach Tour

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