A WALK THROUGH TIME - Day 3 Melaka – A Walk Through Time Rajiv and I spent a delightful day in Melaka, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that still breathes the air of old-world charm. The city felt like a living museum, with its fascinating blend of Indian, French, Dutch, and British influences woven into its streets and buildings. It got its name from the Melaka (the Indian gooseberry or amla) tree which grows in abundance here. We wandered past old churches that stood as reminders of its colonial past, each one adding a layer to the story of Melaka’s flourishing days as a vital centre of trade between East and West. The cobbled lanes invited us to slow down, and as we strolled, we couldn’t help but feel the weight of history mingled with the vibrancy of the present. Every turn seemed to offer a new photo opportunity, and we happily obliged, capturing memories against charming backdrops. Jonker Street was a highlight — bursting with colour, little shops, and curious treasures. Rajiv loved shopping, while I enjoyed picking up trinkets and soaking in the bustling atmosphere. The canal, reminiscent of Venice, was the perfect spot to pause and take it all in. With its reflections shimmering, it added just the right touch of beauty to our adventure as we walked along it before enjoying a sumptuous lunch on a banana leaf in true South Indian style! We headed back to KL after that and enjoyed the 1 hour 45 minutes ride back through plantations and greenery surrounded by hills! A truly wonderful day!

Melaka day trip - Good, friendly, knowledgeable driver. Melaka is full of history and well set up for the tourists. Lots of nice eateries.

Melaka is a great city to visit - The tour company was a taxi company. The driver was on time and friendly. We did sighting by ourselves. I wish I could have a map in advance.

Melaka Tour - The entire trip was enjoyable. The comfortable 2hrs drive from our hotel in KL to Melaka & back and the sightseeing walk of this historic city was a wonderful experience. The thrill of the traditional trishaw ride, the Red Square complex, Victoria fountain, the clock tower, St Paul church & Formosa fortress, Christ Church and the Stadhuys in the Red Square, etc were all a good experience to remember.

It was ok shame the mosque and churches were shut - Don’t do this on a Monday when things are shut. Mini Malaysia is ok but feels very “Disney” loud music no idea why they have waxworks of Brad Pitt as you go in other than to make money of photos with it. Very odd. Could be so much better if it wasn’t so loud and just odd.

Not a tour—-rather an unsafe and impatient taxi service - Avoid the tour…more a taxi lift focused on returning back asap…viator advertises 4.30hrs of melacca sightseeing and the driver wanted to leave 3.5hra after arrival as if the traffic was our problem…and quite u safe…he was doing a trick and didn’t wear his seat belt at all (see photo) plus he often spoke on his phone and texted while driving….very disappointing ..