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

Two of our professional staff members (a licensed guide and a separate 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 through immigration, settle into the plush seats of your private, air-conditioned minivan for a 3-hour chauffeured journey to Malacca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was once the country’s busiest trading port.

Feel free to use the onboard WIFI while enjoying a complimentary packed breakfast box.

• Sime Darby Plantation - On the way, listen to an informative commentary on deforestation by your professional local English-speaking guide (fully licensed with university qualifications) as you pass the vast palm oil plantations in Malacca Jasin village.

Did you know this tour is both Viator Badge Of Excellence accredited and a sustainable carbon-neutral tour?

After each tour, a tree is planted in the damaged Malaysian Borneo rainforests to offset the tour’s carbon footprint and help preserve the natural habitat of the endangered Orangutan species.

• Malacca River - Upon reaching Malacca, board a scenic river cruise that takes you into the heart of UNESCO Malacca. Spanning 10 kilometers, the Malacca River was once called the “Venice of the East” by European sailors as it was a major entry port for traders from Europe and Asia in the late 16th century.
• Kampung Morten - During the river cruise, you’ll see this historic village named after a British land revenue collector during British Malaya, Frederick Joseph Morten. It features over 100 traditional Malay houses, many constructed without nails.
• Old Bus Station Bridge (Jambatan Old Bus Station) - On the river cruise, you’ll encounter many beautiful bridges, with this one being the most notable as it resembles the Rialto Bridge of Venice.
• St. Francis Xavier Church - During the river cruise, you’ll view this twin-spired neo-gothic leaning structure built in 1849 in honor of St. Francis Xavier, a prominent 16th-century Catholic missionary known as the “Apostle of the East.”
• Red Square (Dutch Square) - After the river cruise, you’ll arrive at Dutch Square, known for its bright, terracotta-red colonial Dutch buildings, constructed between 1650 and 1750, featuring louvered windows and sturdy doors with wrought iron hinges.
• Queen Victoria’s Fountain - In the center of Dutch Square is the ornate Victorian marble Queen Victoria’s Fountain, erected in 1904 to commemorate Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee.
• Melaka Clock Tower - Also in Dutch Square is the Tan Beng Swee Clock Tower, built by a wealthy Straits Chinese family in 1886 to honor Tan Beng Swee, a prosperous Chinese merchant.
• Christ Church - Facing the clock tower is Christ Church, built by the Dutch in 1753 as a place of worship, about a century after they took over Malacca from the Portuguese. When the British occupied Malacca, it was converted into an Anglican church with a weathercock and bell added to indicate wind direction.
• Middleburg Bastion - While ascending St. Paul’s Hill, you can see a replica of the old Middleburg Bastion from a vantage point. After conquering Malacca in 1641, the Dutch built the bastion at the mouth of the Malacca River to strengthen the city’s defense left by the Portuguese.
• Flora de la Mar Maritime Museum - While ascending St. Paul’s Hill, you can view the famous Flora De La Mar, meaning Flower Of The Sea in English. Located near the mouth of the Malacca River, this is the site of a replica of the Portuguese ship that sank off Malacca’s coast on its return trip to Portugal in late 1511, carrying treasures from Malacca.
• St. Paul’s Hill & Church (Bukit St. Paul) - At the top of St. Paul’s Hill stands the iconic statue of St. Francis Xavier next to the renowned St. Paul’s Church. Numerous engraved Dutch tombstones are set against the walls of this roofless church, originally built in 1521. From the church, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Straits Of Malacca.
• British Graveyard - A short walk down from St. Paul’s Church leads to the overgrown remains of the Dutch Graveyard. Initially used as a Dutch graveyard in the late 17th century when the VOC (Dutch East India Company) was in control, it was also used by the British during their time in Malacca.
• A Famosa Fort - Walking down from the Dutch graveyard, you’ll reach A Famosa Fort, the oldest surviving structure in Southeast Asia. Built in 1511 using laterite stones by Alfonso de Albuquerque, who led the Portuguese invasion into Malacca, the fort once surrounded the entire St. Paul’s Hill. Now, only a gate remains.
• Malacca Sultanate Palace - From A Famosa Fort, you can view a replica of the old Malacca Sultanate Palace. This modern reconstruction represents the palace of the Malacca Sultanate, founded by King Parameswara in the 1400s.
• Proclamation Of Independence Memorial - From A Famosa Fort, you can see the Proclamation Of Independence Memorial. The building once housed the Malacca Club, a social meeting place for British colonial society members. It was later converted into a memorial in 1985 to commemorate Malaysia’s independence from the British.
• Cheng Hoon Teng Temple - A 5-minute drive from A Famosa Fort is the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple. Dedicated to Kuan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy, the temple is known as the Merciful Cloud Temple. Built in 1673, it is Malaysia’s oldest Chinese temple.
• Batu Caves - About 90 minutes from Malacca, you’ll stop for a brief lunch at a popular table-service cafe before continuing to Batu Caves. The limestone forming Batu Caves is approximately 400 million years old. Founded by K. Thamboosamy Pillai, an Indian trader, in 1891, Batu Caves is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Murugan. A 42.7-meter high gold-painted statue of Lord Murugan was unveiled in January 2006, taking 3 years to construct. It is one of the tallest Lord Murugan statues in the world.
• Istana Negara - A 20-minute drive from Batu Caves is the Istana Negara (National Palace), the official residence of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Malaysia’s monarch. The palace complex covers 97.65 hectares, features 22 domes, and is divided into three main sections: the Formal Component, Royal Component, and Administration Component. Guests can take photos and walk around designated public areas.
• Tugu Negara - The next stop after the National Palace is the renowned National Monument, locally known as Tugu Negara. This historic bronze sculpture honors those who died in combat during Malaysia’s fight for freedom against the Japanese occupation during World War II and the Malayan Emergency from 1948 to 1960. It serves as a tribute to the bravery, courage, and unity of the fighters who sacrificed their lives for Malaysia’s independence. The statue is recognized in the book of records as the tallest freestanding group of bronze sculptures at 15 meters high.
• Merdeka Square - Located near Tugu Negara is Independence Square (Dataran Merdeka), the historic site where the Union flag was lowered and the national flag was raised for the first time at midnight on August 31, 1957.
• Sultan Abdul Samad Building - From Independence Square, you can view the Sultan Abdul Samad building, one of Kuala Lumpur’s earliest Moorish-style buildings. Built in 1897, it was named after the reigning sultan of Selangor at the time. This distinguished landmark originally served as the offices for the colonial British administration and later the superior courts of Malaysia.
• Royal Selangor Club - From Independence Square, you can view the Royal Selangor Club. Founded in 1884, the club originally served as a meeting place for high-ranking and educated members of British colonial society. Selangor is the state where the capital, Kuala Lumpur, is located.
• Merdeka 118 Tower - From Independence Square, you can view the Independence Tower, locally known as Merdeka 118. Topped with a massive 160-meter spire, the tower is still under construction.

When completed in late 2022 or early 2023, it will be the world’s second-tallest structure, surpassing the Tokyo Skytree at 634 meters.

• Dayabumi Complex - From Independence Square, you can view the Dayabumi Complex. Built in 1984, it was one of Kuala Lumpur’s earliest skyscrapers to incorporate Islamic design principles into its architecture.
• Blok F, Ibu Pejabat JKR Malaysia - From Independence Square, you can view the famous Jabatan Kerja Raya (Public Works Department) building. The façade is made from 6,248 distinctive low-emission triangular glass pieces of a semi-unitized triple glazing system, installed at customized angles to form a dynamic skin that reduces sunlight intensity throughout the day. This significantly reduces heat gain on the glass surface and internal air-conditioning load.
• Menara Kuala Lumpur - A 10-minute drive from Independence Square is Menara Kuala Lumpur, also known as the KL (Television) Tower. This 421-meter tower is primarily used for telecommunications and sits on a 94-meter hill affectionately known as Bukit Nanas to locals. Guests can take photos with the iconic “I love KL Tower” sign here, with the tower as the backdrop.

Note: The Petronas Twin Towers skybridge is closed for Covid-19 sanitization every Monday. Therefore, guests traveling on Mondays will visit the Kuala Lumpur (KL) Tower observation deck instead (offering similar city views).

• Petronas Twin Towers - A 10-minute drive from KL Tower, your guide will take you to the Petronas Twin Towers. These towers are currently the world’s tallest twin structures. The 88-story buildings are connected at the 41st and 42nd floors by a 58-meter double-deck Sky Bridge. You will visit the Sky Bridge on the 41st floor and the Observation Deck on the 86th floor, accompanied by a Petronas in-house security escort.

Note: The Petronas Twin Towers skybridge is closed for Covid-19 sanitization every Monday. Therefore, guests traveling on Mondays will visit the Kuala Lumpur (KL) Tower observation deck instead (offering similar city views).

• SMART Tunnel - Leaving the KL Tower downtown area, many drivers prefer to re-enter the expressway using the SMART Tunnel. SMART stands for Stormwater Management and Road Tunnel, a project initiated to alleviate flooding and traffic congestion in the city center. In 2011, the tunnel received the UN Habitat Scroll of Honour Award.
• Prime Minister’s Office - Located 45 minutes from Kuala Lumpur is the Malaysia Prime Minister Office (Perdana Putra Building). It is situated on a 50-meter high hill overlooking the city. The Perdana Putra Building is finished in natural stone with a green dome.
• Putra Mosque - Near Malaysia’s Prime Minister Office is the Putra Mosque, renowned for its pink-granite domes. Completed in 1999, the mosque is named after Malaysia’s first Prime Minister, Tungku Abdul Rahman Putra.
• Mahkamah Persekutuan Malaysia - Near Putra Mosque is the Palace of Justice, housing the Federal Courts and Courts of Appeal. Relocated from the Sultan Abdul Samad Building in 2003, the Palace Of Justice is also built with classical Islamic architecture.
• Pagoh - After taking photos at the Palace Of Justice, you’ll head back south towards Singapore. You’ll stop for a brief dinner at another popular table-service cafe near Pagoh, about midway between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore.
• Singapore - After dinner near Pagoh, you’ll be escorted through immigration via the drive-through border (no standing in line), before concluding your tour with a hotel drop-off.

• Entrance ticket to Melaka River cruise (or Trishaw ride subject to conditions)
• 100% licensed professional local English-speaking guide
• Bonus photostop at Flor De La Mar (Portuguese shipwreck replica)
• Admission to KLCC Park (iconic ground photos of Petronas Twin Towers)
• Deluxe package only: Hygiene amenity kit (wet wipes, napkins, hand sanitizer)
• Deluxe package only: Take-home premium cheesecake slices from famous local bakery
• Bonus photostop at Malaysia’s Prime Minister Office
• Deluxe package only: New sarong to enter places of worship (if required)
• Guaranteed drive-through lane usage at the border (no standing-in-line)
• Entrance ticket to Petronas Twin Towers skybridge + observation deck at level 86 (except on Mondays)
• All border paperwork + Free Singapore hotel pickup and drop-off (any address)
• Lunch and dinner at table-service cafe (Malaysian and western food choices)
• Bonus photostop at Putra Mosque and Palace Of Justice
• Admission to Batu Caves and A Famosa Fort grounds
• Full day private transportation by minivan (inclusive of all highway tolls, parking fees, gas etc)
• Expert digital ground photographs of guests at Petronas Twin Towers
• Admission to Dutch Square and National Palace (public areas)
• Admission to St Paul’s church and Cheng Hoon Teng temple (oldest temple in Malaysia)
• Packed breakfast box (juice, bottled water, biscuits and pastry)
• Deluxe package only: Vehicle upgrade to deluxe executive minivan
• Free WIFI access onboard vehicle in Malaysia
• Admission to Independence Square and National Monument (world’s tallest bronze sculpture)
• Guaranteed 2 staff (1 licensed guide and 1 separate driver) to share workload for the long day

• Gratuities

Embark on a thrilling journey north to Malaysia, where you will explore Malacca and Kuala Lumpur on this fully supervised private day trip from Singapore.

Begin your day with our two professional staff members (a licensed guide and a separate driver) to explore historic Malacca - a UNESCO World Heritage Site enriched with Portuguese, Dutch, and British impressions. Listen to intriguing tales about its history from your guide during a picturesque boat trip down the Melaka River.

In the afternoon, forge ahead north to marvel at the globally recognized Petronas Twin Towers, Batu Caves, National Palace, National Monument, Independence Square and many captivating features of Malaysia’s capital, Kuala Lumpur.

Wrap up your day with a photo opportunity at the Malaysian Prime Minister’s Office, the Palace Of Justice, and the renowned Putra Mosque.

Highlights
✅ Complete border documents + Drive-through lane usage at the border (no queuing)
✅ Two professional staff members (one licensed guide and a separate driver)
✅ We are the ONLY Viator Badge Of Excellence accredited tour operator conducting tours from Singapore to Malaysia

• For the latest tour availability and pricing, please kindly check on the desktop site
• A current valid passport (with at least 6 months validity) is required on the day of travel to visit Malaysia
• Date of birth of all guests are required at time of booking to join the included river cruise; in the event that the river cruise is closed (ie: weather/safety reasons etc), a 20-min Trishaw ride or Riverside drive will be offered as a replacement as per guests’ preference
• 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
• Guests who require halal/vegetarian food, please advise at time of booking if required
• Guests who require infant/booster seats, please advise at time of booking if required
• Guests who wish to substitute religious sites with alternative places of interest, please advise at time of booking if required
• Guests who wish to end the tour in Kuala Lumpur, please advise at time of booking if required
• Sustainable travel guarantee: 1 tree will be planted in damaged Borneo rainforests after every tour to offset the tour carbon footprint and to preserve the natural habitat of the endangered Orangutan species
• For Hard Rock/Starbucks souvenir collectors: Complimentary detour to Rock Shop/Starbucks in Johor (upon request)
• For pewter souvenir collectors: Complimentary detour to Royal Selangor Gift Shop (upon request)

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