Port to City - Malacca Shore Excursions Walking Exploration

Historically a port city famed for it's assortment of spices, UNESCO Melaka known as the land where the winds meet, has a colorful history spanning over 600 years from it's founding in the 14th century to the centuries of colonization by the Portugese, Dutch and the British. Come explore with me the unique wealth of architectural, religious and cultural legacies that were assimilated and adapted to a melting pot of Asian cultures! As echoed in the words of our first prime minister, whom in Malacca, first unveiled the successful negotiation of our nation's independence "within the ruins of the Malacca fort, we shall build a new nation!" What better way to know this city, the cradle of modern Malaysia, than to have your very own local born show you around! Growing up in this historical city comes with it's perks! The best way to see the old city is on foot. Sights are within 50m from each other and the length of the walk is a around 3km (2miles). Please inquire for alternative arrangements/customizations! :)

*Melaka is a tender port, itinerary will be tailored for us to be back before the last tender. * Meet & greet at Malacca port (please reconfirm which) -experience a traditional trishaw ride or the river cruise Visit the: - Dutch Square complex (dubbed the red square)- Christ church, Stadhuys, Victoria fountain & the clock tower - St. Paul's church ruins (atop a hill overlooking the straits of malacca, the old city & the ship known as Flor de la mar) - Porta de Santiago (the only remaining structure of the Portuguese Fortaleza that was not destroyed by the British) - Stand at the very street upon which the news of the country's independence was first announced! - Old Malacca quarters at Jonker, Heeren & Temple street(period houses significance, dying trades & a blend of a multicultural society through the lens of worship houses - Cheng Hoon Teng, Kg Kling mosque & Sri Poyattha Vinayaga Moorthy temple.