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Melaka River Cruises

The city from the water: Melaka River cruises glide past colourful murals, old shophouses, waterfront cafés and heritage bridges. Day and evening cruises reveal a different, atmospheric side of Malacca, especially lovely when lit up at night.

200 tours · prices per person, book with partner

Historical Malacca Guided Day Tour (Shared Tour)
Kuala Lumpur
Historical Malacca Guided Day Tour (Shared Tour)
4.8(2,636)·10 hours
from$32/ person
via Viator
Historical Malacca Day Tour from Kuala Lumpur (Private Tour)
Kuala Lumpur
Historical Malacca Day Tour from Kuala Lumpur (Private Tour)
4.8(604)·10 hours
from$88/ person
via Viator
River Gardens Melbourne Sightseeing Cruise
Melbourne
River Gardens Melbourne Sightseeing Cruise
3.6(211)·1 hour
from$25/ person
via Viator
From Singapore: Private Kuala Lumpur / Malacca tour + SKY DINING
Singapore
From Singapore: Private Kuala Lumpur / Malacca tour + SKY DINING
4.9(199)·17 hours
from$421/ person
via Viator
Malacca Historical Private Tour With Personal Chauffeur
Kuala Lumpur
Malacca Historical Private Tour With Personal Chauffeur
4.5(158)·8 hours
from$95/ person
via Viator
Kuala Selangor Fireflies Evening River Cruise from Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Selangor Fireflies Evening River Cruise from Kuala Lumpur
4.1(151)·8 hours
from$60/ person
via Viator
Singapore River Cruise Tour with E-Tickets
Singapore
Singapore River Cruise Tour with E-Tickets
3.5(149)·40 min
from$22/ person
via Viator
Borneo (Klias) River Cruise & Fireflies Tour
Kota Kinabalu
Borneo (Klias) River Cruise & Fireflies Tour
4.5(130)·9 hours
from$50/ person
via Viator
Kuala Lumpur Cruise Excursions from Port Klang for KL City Tour
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur Cruise Excursions from Port Klang for KL City Tour
4.7(121)·8 hours
from$77/ person
via Viator
Malacca Sunset Tour: UNESCO Heritage Highlights & River Cruise
Kuala Lumpur
Malacca Sunset Tour: UNESCO Heritage Highlights & River Cruise
3.9(110)·8 hours
from$108/ person
via Viator
Melaka UNESCO City Guided Walking Tour
Melaka
Melaka UNESCO City Guided Walking Tour
4.9(107)·3 hours
from$5/ person
via Viator
Canal Sightseeing Boat Tour of Malmö
Malmo
Canal Sightseeing Boat Tour of Malmö
4.2(98)·45 min
from$24/ person
via Viator
Kuala Lumpur Highlights Tour from Port Klang Cruise Terminal
Petaling Jaya
Kuala Lumpur Highlights Tour from Port Klang Cruise Terminal
4.2(87)·6 hours
from$78/ person
via Viator
Malta Valletta, Cruise Liner Excursion - Blue lagoon Boat Tour
Malta
Malta Valletta, Cruise Liner Excursion - Blue lagoon Boat Tour
4.5(79)·4 hours
from$104/ person
via Viator
Kuala Lumpur Malacca River Cruise and Historical Tour with Lunch
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur Malacca River Cruise and Historical Tour with Lunch
4.5(64)·10 hours
from$89/ person
via Viator
Kuala Lumpur Cruise Excursions from Port Klang for KL City Tour
Petaling Jaya
Kuala Lumpur Cruise Excursions from Port Klang for KL City Tour
4.9(60)·8 hours
from$97/ person
via Viator
From Singapore: Private Malacca day tour (via drive-thru border)
Singapore
From Singapore: Private Malacca day tour (via drive-thru border)
4.5(55)·15 hours
from$492/ person
via Viator
Malacca UNESCO Heritage Day Shared Tour from Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur
Malacca UNESCO Heritage Day Shared Tour from Kuala Lumpur
4.6(29)·8 hours
from$30/ person
via Viator
1 Hour Sight seeing Melbourne River Cruise on historic vessel
Melbourne
1 Hour Sight seeing Melbourne River Cruise on historic vessel
4.6(28)·1 hour
from$25/ person
via Viator
Putrajaya Tour with Traditional Boat Cruise & Pink Mosque (Private)
Kuala Lumpur
Putrajaya Tour with Traditional Boat Cruise & Pink Mosque (Private)
4.8(21)·4 hours
from$52/ person
via Viator
Private Tour: 2 in 1 Kuala Lumpur & Malacca Historical Day Tour
Kuala Lumpur
Private Tour: 2 in 1 Kuala Lumpur & Malacca Historical Day Tour
5.0(4)·12 hours
from$133/ person
via Viator
Malacca Historical and Heritage Tour with Professional Tour Guide
Kuala Lumpur
Malacca Historical and Heritage Tour with Professional Tour Guide
5.0(2)·8 hours
from$183/ person
via Viator
Full-Day Malacca Historical Tour from Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur
Full-Day Malacca Historical Tour from Kuala Lumpur
8 hours
from$55/ person
via Viator
Malacca To Kuala Lumpur EN-ROUTE Putrajaya City Tour
Melaka
Malacca To Kuala Lumpur EN-ROUTE Putrajaya City Tour
3 hours
from$61/ person
via Viator

River Cruises in Malacca — FAQ

What is the Melaka River cruise?
The Melaka River cruise is a scenic boat trip through the heart of the city past murals, shophouses and bridges.
How long is the Melaka River cruise?
The cruise typically lasts around 45 minutes each way.
Is the river cruise better by day or night?
Both are lovely — the night cruise is especially atmospheric with the illuminated riverside.

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