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Hagar Qim Temples, Ghar Dalam and Tarxien Temples

Our first stop is at the Hagar Qim Complex which includes Hagar Qim and Mnajdra Temples. Our visit is at Hagar Qim temple which has the largest and heaviest megaliths out of all the temple sites around the Maltese Islands; some slabs weighing a staggering 20 tons. Mnajdra lies 500mts down from Hagar Qim and can be included on a full day Megalithic ... read more »

Grand Harbour and Three Cities with Ftira Tasting

We start with a visit to Senglea, which is one of the ancient Three Cities situated on the Grand Harbour. Here we will visit the Vedette, one of many watchtowers constructed overlooking the Grand Harbour. Here you can admire views of the harbour and Valletta's magnificent bastions. We pass through the second city of Bormla, as we make our way t... read more »

Blue Grotto, Dingli Cliffs, Rabat, Mdina Medieval City with Pastizzi Tasting

We start our tour with a visit to the beautiful Wied iz-Zurrieq, famous for the magnificent Blue Grotto. This tiny hamlet sits in a valley and has a very picturesque harbour. If the sea conditions are suitable, you will also have some free time to enjoy an optional boat trip to the grotto and neighbouring system of sea caves which are home to brilliant phosphorescent marine life. The 25-minute boat trip explores the incredible beauty of this natural wonder and is considered by many as a "must-do".

As you travel during the next part of this tour, your guide will explain the importance of the Girgenti Valley. Girgenti is a shaded fertile valley renowned for its orchards and cultivated fields. The eco system here is maquis, so it is green all year round. Citrus and other fruit trees thrive in the valley beneath the surrounding ridge. The old picturesque farmsteads are the homes of the local farming community who still work the fields and cultivate the orchards. On a spur overlooking the valley stands the summer palace of the Inquisitors built by Monsignor Visconti in 1625. Nowadays it is the official residence of our Prime Minister. Our journey via Girgenti will take us the west cost of the island.

Stretching for some 4km along the west coast are the Dingli Cliffs. These cliffs have vertical or near-vertical rock faces rising from the sea to heights of up to 200m above sea level. Some of the steep slopes are terraced and this unique feature together with the expanse of the deep blue Mediterranean sea provide stunning views. Here will stop at the small 18th-century chapel which sits on the cliffs for a superb view and an ideal photo opportunity.

Our next stop will take you back in time and we start with the old town of Rabat. This charming town has strong ties with the Roman era and the visit of St. Paul AD60. Here we will take a short stroll from the central piazza through the quaint streets, where you can admire the old houses, alleys, traditional balconies amongst other typical old town characteristics. We will include a stop at a local famous eatery where you will have the opportunity to taste our favourite street food called 'pastizzi'. These are diamond-shaped filo pastry parcels filled with mashed peas or ricotta cheese, they are delicious.

Our historical walk continues to what we consider as our 'pride and joy', the fairy tale city of Mdina. Mdina which is a medieval city Mdina is built on a plateau in the centre of the island, the city's old Baroque buildings, Cathedral and magnificent bastion walls dominate the rural skyline. Mdina, once the capital of Malta until the modern city of Valletta was built had many names including Melite (Roman occupation), Medina (Arabic occupation), Citta Notabile (Knights of St. John) and Citta Vecchia (after Valletta was built). Today it is also referred to as the Silent City since it inspires tranquillity at any time of the day or night. The only way to really experience and enjoy this city is on foot, explore the quaint alleys, narrow streets, ancient buildings and magnificent far-reaching views from the high bastion walls.

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Rabat and Mdina Medieval City with Wine Tasting & Platter

We start our tour in the old town of Rabat, a place that claims the origins of Maltese Christianity. We will explore the story of the Romans in Malta and the visit of St. Paul in 60 AD after shipwrecking on the islands, as we make our way through the streets of a truly lively, typical Maltese town.

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Blue Grotto, Mdina Medieval City & Mosta with Lunch Like a Local

The first stop of our tour is a visit to the Blue Grotto. This picturesque grotto and its neighbouring system of sea caverns mirror the brilliant phosphorescent colours of underwater flora. A boat trip ( optional) that takes you along the coast lasts around 25 minutes and it will allow you to explore these stunning grottoes and sea caverns... The boat trip is not included in the overall price as it operates subject to weather conditions, €10 per person paid on the day).

Onto the next stop, the tour will proceed to the medieval fortified city of Mdina, the city's old Baroque buildings, Cathedral and magnificent bastion walls dominate the rural skyline. Mdina, once the capital of Malta until the modern city of Valletta was built in 1566 has had many names including Melite (Roman occupation), Medina (Arabic occupation), Citta Notabile (Knights of St. John) and Citta Vecchia (after Valletta was built). Today it is also referred to as the Silent City since it inspires tranquillity at any time of the day or night. The only way to really experience and enjoy this city is on foot, explore the quaint alleys, narrow streets, ancient buildings and magnificent far reaching views from the high bastion walls.

Our final visit will include the Mosta Dome, which is one of Malta's most famous churches and most iconic buildings, the Mosta Basilica. Housing a spectacular unsupported dome, the Basilica is also popular with visitors as it was at this church where a World War II bomb pierced the dome, fell inside the church during a service and failed to explode, and thus being hailed by locals as a miracle.

We end our tour at a local restaurant in Mosta. Here you will enjoy a typical local lunch which includes local bread with a tomato spread ‘Kunserva’, drizzled with olive oil, Ftira, filled with Tuna flakes. Timpana, which is baked macaroni in pastry. Pastizzi, filo parcels filled with ricotta cheese or peas. Bigilla, is a type of broad bean paste and ‘Galleti’ (water biscuits). Olives and Peppered Goats Cheese. Included is a glass of house wine or a soft drink. We end with two local sweets – village biscuits and Imqaret, which is a fried thin sweet pastry filled with a flavourful spiced date and citrusy paste. Tea or coffee is also included.

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Suggested Tour Itineraries

Classic Tours

Half Day Tours

Full Day Tours

Gozo & Comino Island Tours

Multi Day Classic Itineraries

Special Interest & Themed Tours

2 hour Short Themed Walking Tours

Half Day Tours with Tasting Experiences

Themed Tours

Multi Day Special Interest Itineraries

Half Day Tours with Tasting Experiences

Hagar Qim Temples, Ghar Dalam and Tarxien Temples

Grand Harbour and Three Cities with Ftira Tasting

Blue Grotto, Dingli Cliffs, Rabat, Mdina Medieval City with Pastizzi Tasting

Rabat and Mdina Medieval City with Wine Tasting & Platter

Blue Grotto, Mdina Medieval City & Mosta with Lunch Like a Local