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2D1N Historic Malacca with Johor Premium Outlets |
Special Group Departures : Mar 10, 16 / Apr 06*, 07 / May 05/ Jun 09, 13, 16, 20 & 23 |
HOTEL |
SGL |
Twn |
TRP |
CWB |
CNB |
HALLMARK VIEW – DLX |
158 |
128 |
128 |
118 |
108 |
| Day 1 : SIN – Malacca (L/D) (Hotel use : Hallmark View or Inn - Deluxe room) |
| 2230hrs |
Assemble at 5001 Beach Road, Golden Mile Complex #01-12. We will gather and depart at 0645hrs via 2nd link. Upon immigration clearance, we will meet by our friendly and professional tour guide to begin our vacations. We will stopover for our breakfast (at own expenses) before heading for Malacca.
Upon arrival into Malacca, we will begin its historical places of interest while a hearty local Peranakan lunch awaits for us.
Malacca was founded by a fleeing prince from Sumatra in 14th century, it developed into a major trading port for ships from India and China. As the Melaka Sultanate flourished, the Portuguese conquered Malacca in 1511. Later the Dutch took over in 1641 until much later the British empire ruled Malacca. The state finally obtained independence with the then "Malaya states" in 1957. Today, one will find many remnants of the glorious past dated back more than 500 years ago.
A replica of the Melaka Sultanate palace was reconstructed at the foot of St. Paul's Hill. The design is based on the description of the palace from the sixteenth-century 'Malay Annals,' or 'Sejarah Melayu.' It is the only building of its kind in Malaysia, and it provides a rare glimpse of the ancient Malay kingdom that once flourished here. The palace houses the Malacca Cultural Museum, which includes many artifacts of that kingdom. . On top of St. Paul's Hill is the St. Paul's Church, once the prayer house of the Portuguese Catholics, then turned into burial ground for their noble dead by the Dutch. The tombstones have Latin and Portuguese inscriptions on them. St. Francis Xavier was buried here in 1553 before his body was moved to Goa in India.
After the Portuguese captured Melaka, they built a fortress to defend themselves. The fortress, called A'Famosa suffered severe destruction during the Dutch invasion. What's left today is just the entrance walls, still well preserved till today.
The Stadthuys (1650) was the official residence of the Dutch Governor. It now houses the Historic Museum and Ethnography Museum which has many traditional bridal costumes and relics on display. Nearby, one will also find the Christ Church built in 1753, another fine example of the Dutch architecture.
During the peak of the Malacca Sultanate, the Sultan was gifted the Princess Hang Li Poh by the China Emperor. Her entourage settled in Bukit China (Chinese Hill). Today, Bukit China is believed to be the largest Chinese cemetery outside China, with many tombs dating back to the Ming Dynasty. Hang Li Poh's followers built a well in 1459 that is said to have never dried up. Today, the well is turned into a wishing well and many believe those who toss coins into the well will return again to Malacca.
In the evening, after dinner, we will enjoy the night beauty of Malacca by cruising along its river. And take a night walk along Jonker street which was once the richman's street is now a living proof of Malacca's rich baba-nyonya heritage. The buildings are immaculately constructed with elaborate carvings on its pillars and walls. The street is also famous for its antique shops. (only operates during fri-sun for night tour).
Overnight at Hallmark View Hotel or similar. |
| Day 2 : Malacca - Johor Premium Outlets - Singapore (B) |
| 0730hrs |
After breakfast, we will gather and depart for Johor Premium Outlets for a shopping spree. Arriving into Singapore in the evening approx 2000 hrs with lots of fond memories. |
Package Inclusive of :
* Sin – Malacca – Johor – Sin by SVIP / Premium coach by Transtar
* 01 night stay at Hallmark View / Inn - Dlx
* 01 Breakfast , 01 lunch and 01 dinner will be provided
* Sightseeing tours in Malacca – Hang Li Poh Temple, A’ Farmosa, Christ Church, Jonker Street, Stadthuys, St Paul’s Hill etc..
* Night river cruise
* Johor Premium Outlets shopping
* 02 bottled drinking water
* Service of Tour Guide/Leader
Package exclude :-
* Personnel Travel Insurance
* Visa application. Passport at least 07 months validity
* Tour Guide/Leader & Drivers tippings. Recommended at $10 per person.(To be collected upon bookings.)
Note :
1. Full passport details are to be submitted upon reservations
2. Subjective to minimum group size of 20 pax. Confirmation 10 days prior departure
3. Itinerary and timing are subjected to changes without prior notice
4. NTUC MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT LESS $13 per person. Pls input membership into TAA |
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