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Discover Malta’s rich history on this 3-day guided tour to Valletta, Mdina and the Three Cities.
Day 1: Valletta
Explore Malta’s capital, built by the Knights of St. John in 1566. Enjoy panoramic views of the Grand Harbour from Upper Barrakka Gardens, visit St. John’s Co-Cathedral with its Caravaggio masterpieces, and stroll through Republic Street and St. George’s Square. Complete your visit with the Malta Experience or Malta 5D audiovisual show.
Day 2: Mdina
Visit Malta’s former capital, the “Silent City”, renowned for its medieval streets and stunning views. Continue to Rabat, Dingli Cliffs, San Anton Gardens, Ta’ Qali Crafts Village, and Mosta, home to one of Europe’s largest domes.
Day 3: Three Cities
Discover Vittoriosa and Senglea, where the Knights first settled in Malta. Walk through historic streets, enjoy a traditional harbour boat tour through the creeks of Grand Harbour, and admire spectacular views of the Grand Harbour and Fort St. Angelo.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
If you are staying in one of the listed hotels/ports we will confirm the scheduled pick up times for your pick up point for each day.
If you are NOT staying in one of the listed hotels/ports please confirm your exact accommodation name and exact address and we will confirm the nearest pick up location and times for each day on the island of Malta.
Itinerary
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1Upper Barrakka Gardens
We first enjoy a breathtaking view of the Grand Harbour from the Upper Barrakka Gardens.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2St. John's Co-Cathedral
Then we visit St. John’s Co-Cathedral, including the Caravaggio masterpieces in the Oratory, the Flemish tapestries and the church museum. The Co-Cathedral houses one of the most beautiful marble inlaid floors in the world.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3The Malta Experience
Watch an audiovisual show where Malta’s history throughout the centuries is brought back to life. On Mondays the audiovisual show will be shown at the Malta Experience and on Wednesdays it will be at the Malta 5D cinema.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Mdina Old City
Your guide will lead you through the medieval fortified city of Mdina, Malta’s former capital city. The narrow, winding streets, dating back to medieval times, lead to the imposing bastions, commanding a magnificent panorama of the island. On the way there, you will discover different styles of architecture, including Siculo-Norman palaces and other baroque buildings of great historical importance. Time stands still in this ‘Silent City’ which is a film-maker’s paradise.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5St. Cataldus Catacombs
Visit the early Christian catacombs in Rabat with your guide
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6Dingli Cliffs
You will visit this location with your guide for a photo stop
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7San Anton Gardens
You will visit this location with your guide
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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You will visit Ta' Qali Artisan Village in Attard with your guide
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Mosta Rotunda
You will visit Mosta’s majestic dome, one of Europe’s largest, with your guide.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
10Vittoriosa Waterfront - Birgu Waterfront
Guided walk through the narrow streets of Vittoriosa in the shade of historic buildings, including the first auberges of the various langues of the Order. At the Vittoriosa waterfront we take a typical harbour boat (dghajsa) for a tour of the colourful harbour creeks.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
11Gardjola Gardens
From the Senglea Garden, situated at the tip of the peninsula, enjoy a stunning 360° view of the Grand Harbour, including the impressive Fort Sant Angelo from where Grand Master La Valette led the defence of the island during the Great Siege of 1565.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Valletta (UNESCO) guided tour, St. John's Co-Catedral entrance, and the Malta Experience/Malta 5D show guided tour
Mdina, Rabat, Dingli cliffs, San Anton gardens, Ta' Qali & Mosta guided tour
Three Cities guided tour including harbour boat tour
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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