Malaysia · MALACCA HERITAGE DAY TRIPS
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Two hours down the expressway sits a Straits port that traded with everyone: Dutch Square in oxide red, the shophouse rows of Jonker Street, Peranakan kitchens and a river you can ride at dusk. This page compares the best Melaka day trips, with what each includes, how much of the day goes on driving, and which ones leave enough time to eat properly.
10-hour UNESCO Malacca day trip from Kuala Lumpur with Jonker Street, Portuguese and Dutch sights, and an included local lunch.
“Sasi is a great guide. Knows how to tell a story and how to organize a group. Recommend”
Shared guided day trip from Kuala Lumpur to historic Melaka, with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and an included local lunch.
“Culturally, it was very interesting to see & hear about various places in Malaca and the importance of this town in past years. However, it is extremely touristy & if you don't like crowds it is probably not for you.”
A private full-day Malacca tour from Kuala Lumpur with free-entry churches, Dutch and Portuguese landmarks, a Peranakan lunch, and river time.
“We really enjoyed this trip and it was great to get out of the City and see Melaka. Our guide Ahmed did a great job at tailoring the day to our wishes. He was also really good at giving an overview of the history of Melaka and Malaysia in general.”
Kuala Lumpur to Malacca in 10 hours, UNESCO sights, A Famosa, Dutch Church, Peranakan lunch, and a 40-minute river cruise.
“Our guide Kudun was fabulous and made our day! It was very hot so be prepared and take plenty of water. It is also a long day but well worth it. We learnt so much and the tour was varied and interesting. The lunch totally exceeded our expectations. Great value all round.”
Private Malacca day trip from Kuala Lumpur with hotel pickup, AC chauffeur, UNESCO sites, A Famosa, Jonker Street shopping, and trishaw ride.
“We enjoyed this all day private tour to Malacca. Hotel pick-up was on time in a small sedan. Drive to Malacca took two hours, enjoyed seeing the countryside on the drive. Visited many historic sites, including old Portuguese settlement area, Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, St Pauls Church, Kampung Kling Mosque and Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple. Lunch was on our own, we only wish we had more time to wander around Jonker Street and the Stadthuys area. Guide was informative and provided great commentary. Tour was taken April 3, 2017.”
A 45-minute Melaka River Cruise with UNESCO views, Stadthuys sights, Kampung Morten, and an evening fountain show, from just $9.
“super petit balade sur la rivière de melaka. les enfants ont apprécié !”
UNESCO Malacca day trip from Kuala Lumpur with easy hotel pickup, Portuguese and Dutch sights, an included river cruise, and free time at Jonker Street.
“Super smooth pick up - private car, four travelling. Our driver was very good, calm and informative. He showed up a few sights, then left us, after we negotiated a meeting time of two hours.”
Private full-day Malacca tour from Kuala Lumpur: Dutch Square, St. Peter’s Church, St. Paul’s Hill, A’Famosa, Malacca River and Jonker Street.
“Our driver Bob was very knowledgeable and friendly and ensured that everything ran smoothly on our tour”
A private, all-inclusive day trip from Kuala Lumpur to Malacca’s top photo spots, with Wi-Fi, entry fees, and lunch included.
“Very energetic tour guide. Very knowledgeable about the different places of worship and the religious traditions. Accompanied us at the various tour stops. Car was comfortable and driver was very safe. Tour company followed up after the tour to make sure we were satisfied.”
Kuala Lumpur to Malacca day trip with a 40-minute river cruise, Portuguese and Dutch sights, Peranakan lunch, and Kampung Morten.
“Good look around Malaka including river cruise which was a highlight. Very friendly guide and great driver.”
Tip-based guided walk through Melaka’s UNESCO core, from Christ Church and A Famosa to Jonker Street and Peranakan houses.
“Don't book it! It's a scam! Because actually what they do is a free tour, which does not request to be paid for the reservation then in addition to paying viator they have to pay the guide later!Auto-translated”
See Melaka from 163m up, walk a transparent glass floor, and use telescopes for big views over the Malacca Strait for about $6.
“Purtroppo il posto è un po' abbandonato,non rispecchia le foto che si vedono dal vostro sito. Non lo consiglio”
Direct day trip from Kuala Lumpur to historic Malacca with hotel transfers, lunch, and guided stops across Dutch, Portuguese, and Chinese sites.
“Great personal tour of historic Malacca . Learned a lot about the history of the area. Included delicious Nyonya lunch.”
