• Singapore - Start your day with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Singapore.

A professional driver will greet you at the hotel entrance to verify your documents before guiding you through immigration via the drive-through border, eliminating the need to stand in line.

Once immigration is cleared, an English-speaking guide will ensure your comfort in an air-conditioned vehicle for a 4-hour drive to Malacca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was once the nation’s busiest trading port.

• Melaka River Cruise Jeti Taman Rempah - Upon reaching Malacca, embark on a picturesque river cruise that takes you into the heart of UNESCO Malacca. The 10-kilometer Malacca River, once known as the “Venice of the East” by European sailors, was a key entry port for traders from Europe and Asia in the late 16th century.

Note: If the river cruise is unavailable (due to weather or safety concerns), a 30-minute Melaka Riverside drive and a 15-minute Melaka Trishaw ride will be provided as an alternative.

• St. Francis Xavier Church - During the river cruise, view the twin-spired neo-gothic structure built in 1849 to honor St. Francis Xavier, a notable 16th-century Catholic missionary known as the “Apostle of the East.”
• Red Square (Dutch Square) - Next, visit Dutch Square, characterized by a collection of bright, terracotta-red colonial Dutch buildings constructed between 1650 and 1750, featuring louvered windows and robust doors with wrought iron hinges.
• Christ Church - Built by the Dutch in 1753 as a place of worship, Christ Church was later converted into an Anglican church by the British, who added a weathercock and bell to indicate wind direction.
• Queen Victoria’s Fountain - This ornate Victorian marble fountain was erected in 1904 to commemorate Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee.
• Melaka Clock Tower - The Tan Beng Swee Clock Tower, built in 1886 by a wealthy Straits Chinese family, honors Tan Beng Swee, a prosperous Chinese merchant.
• Stadthuys - Constructed by the Dutch in 1650, Stadthuys served as the office for the Dutch Governor and Deputy Governor.
• St. Paul’s Hill & Church (Bukit St. Paul) - Atop St. Paul’s Hill stands the iconic statue of St. Francis Xavier beside the renowned St. Paul’s Church. The church, originally built in 1521, features engraved Dutch tombstones along its walls. Enjoy stunning views of the Straits Of Malacca from here.
• Straits of Malacca - From a strategic viewpoint, admire the Straits Of Malacca, an 800km-long waterway connecting the Pacific Ocean to the east with the Indian Ocean to the west. It is a vital shipping lane, with over 94,000 vessels passing through annually, carrying about 25% of the world’s traded goods.
• British Graveyard - A short descent from St. Paul’s Church leads to the overgrown remains of the Dutch Graveyard, initially used in the late 17th century by the VOC (Dutch East India Company) and later by the British during their occupation of Malacca.
• A Famosa Fort - Descending from the Dutch graveyard, arrive at A Famosa Fort, the oldest surviving structure in Southeast Asia. Built in 1511 with laterite stones by Alfonso de Albuquerque, who led the Portuguese invasion of Malacca, the fort once encircled St. Paul’s Hill. Today, only a gate remains.
• Malacca Sultanate Palace - From A Famosa Fort, enjoy a view of a replica of the old Malacca Sultanate Palace, a modern reconstruction of the palace founded by King Parameswara in the 1400s.
• Proclamation of Independence Memorial - From A Famosa Fort, view the Proclamation Of Independence Memorial, formerly the Malacca Club, a social hub for British colonial society. It was converted into a memorial in 1985 to celebrate Malaysia’s independence from British rule.
• Middleburg Bastion - A short walk from A Famosa Fort reveals a replica of the old Middleburg Bastion. After capturing Malacca in 1641, the Dutch built the bastion at the mouth of the Malacca River to bolster the city’s defenses left by the Portuguese.
• Flora de la Mar Maritime Museum - Flora De La Mar, meaning Flower Of The Sea, is located near the Malacca River’s mouth. It features a replica of the Portuguese ship that sank off Malacca’s coast in late 1511, carrying treasures back to Portugal.
• Hang Jebat Mausoleum - A brief walk from Flora De La Mar leads to Hang Jebat Mausoleum, dedicated to a warrior who fell due to misplaced loyalty and tragic events. Hang Jebat was one of Malacca’s legendary warriors in the 15th century.
• Jonker Street - Visit Jonker Street, lined with souvenir and snack shops, offering a variety of options to purchase mementos of your Malacca tour.
• Chinatown - Arrive at Malacca’s Chinatown, where you can capture iconic photos with the Chinese Pixiu animal statue.
• Museum of Royal Malaysian Customs Department​​​ - The Melaka Port Customs Museum, originally a warehouse built in the 1890s for storing imported goods pending customs duties, was transformed into a museum in 2006 by the Royal Malaysian Customs Department.

Note: If the Melaka Port Customs Museum is closed (due to operational reasons or on Mondays), a visit to the Melaka Villa Sentosa Heritage Museum will be offered as an alternative.

• Arulmiku Poyyatha Vinayaga Moorthy Temple - Hinduism is practiced by 6% of Malaysia’s population. Built in 1781, Malacca’s Sri Poyatha Moorthi Temple is the oldest functioning Hindu temple in Malaysia.
• Kampung Kling Mosque - Islam is practiced by 64% of Malaysia’s population. The Kampung Kling Mosque, originally built in 1748, showcases a unique blend of Sumatran, Chinese, and Malay architecture, with a minaret resembling a pagoda.
• Cheng Hoon Teng Temple - Buddhism is practiced by 19% of Malaysia’s population. The Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, built during the Dutch era, is the oldest functioning temple in Malaysia.
• Hard Rock Cafe - For those who collect Hard Rock souvenirs globally, a brief stop at the Rock Shop in Malacca is available.
• Genting Plantation Berhad @Johor - After exploring Malacca, return to your air-conditioned vehicle for the journey back to the Singapore border.

Along the way, listen to commentary on deforestation from your English-speaking guide as you pass by extensive palm oil plantations along the toll highway. Take advantage of the bathroom facilities nearby.

• Singapore - After 4 hours, reach the Singapore border, where the driver will again escort you through immigration via the drive-through border, before concluding your tour with a drop-off at your Singapore hotel.

• Entry tickets to Melaka River cruise (or Malacca Trishaw ride subject to conditions)
• Refreshing bowl of Malacca’s famous Cendol dessert (during lunch)
• Guaranteed 2 staff (1 English-speaking guide and 1 driver) to share workload for the long day
• Bonus photostop of Middelburg Bastion (Dutch fortress restoration)
• Bonus photostop of Flor De La Mar (Portuguese shipwreck replica)
• All border paperwork + Guaranteed drive-through lane usage at the border
• Admission to St. Paul’s Hill (St. Paul’s Church) and A Famosa Fort
• Admission to Hang Jebat Mausoleum and Kampung Kling Mosque
• Free Singapore hotel pickup and drop-off (any address)
• Bonus photostop of Straits Of Malacca (from a vantage point)
• Admission to Dutch Square and Christ Church
• Admission to Melaka Port Customs Museum (or Melaka Villa Sentosa Heritage Museum)
• 300+ miles in 1 day (inclusive of all highway tolls, parking fees, gas etc)
• Fully-guided tour (accompanied by English-speaking guide)
• Bonus photostop of Queen Victoria Fountain (British commemorative monument)
• Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned vehicle between Singapore and Malacca
• Sumptuous buffet lunch (choice of Malaysian local cuisine or BBQ meats)
• Admission to Jonker Street and Cheng Hoon Teng Temple

Embark on an exciting journey from Singapore to Malacca with this comprehensive day tour, led by a knowledgeable English-speaking guide.

Begin your adventure with a smooth immigration process, followed by a stylish ride to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Malacca.

Explore the historical remnants of the Portuguese, Dutch, and British eras with your guide, then enjoy a scenic Melaka River cruise. Capture memorable photos at the Flor De La Mar (a replica of a Portuguese shipwreck) and the A Famosa Fort (Portuguese ruins).

Savor the flavors of Malaysian cuisine and take a leisurely walk along Jonker Street before heading back to Singapore.

Highlights

• Comprehensive day tour with an English-speaking guide
• Delight in a Melaka River cruise with views of traditional village houses
• Unique photo opportunities at Flor De La Mar and A Famosa Fort
• Guests can remain seated inside the vehicle to clear immigration at the drive-thru border (fully accompanied by your driver)
• In the event that the river cruise is closed (ie: weather/safety reasons etc), a 30-min Melaka Riverside drive + 15-min Melaka Trishaw ride will be offered as a replacement
• Guests who require infant/booster seats, please indicate child’s weight at time of booking
• Guests who require halal/vegetarian* food, please indicate at time of booking (note: vegetarian food prepared in Malaysian style only; vegan/keto/diabetic/gluten-free food is regretfully not available)
• Guests who wish to learn more about Malaysian cuisine, please feel free to discuss with your guide on the day of travel
• A current valid passport (with at least 6 months validity) is required on the day of travel to visit Malaysia
• Guests from Bangladesh, Bhutan, Colombia, Israel, Myanmar, Nepal, Nigeria, North Korea, North/East/West/Central Africa, Pakistan, Serbia, Montenegro, Sri Lanka: Please seek prior travel authorization (e-visa etc) from your nearest Malaysian embassy
• Malaysia’s weather is warm and humid with occasional rain the whole year round, please dress appropriately and bring along portable umbrellas as per your discretion
• Guests should have a moderate physical fitness level as this tour includes a substantial amount of walking around historical sites (upon arrival in UNESCO Malacca) and guests should expect to spend about 3 hours in UNESCO Malacca

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