The tours listed below can be customised to your specifications
Northern Scenery
A superb tour taking you off the beaten track to some of the more secluded areas which most visitors do not have the opportunity of exploring. We start with a drive to the northeast of the island, en route you will pass St. Paul's and Xemxija Bay. Our first stop is at the town of Mellieha, a hilltop town that overlooks the beautiful Ghadira Bay (Mellieha Bay), the island's longest sandy beach. After visiting the ancient Sanctuary of Our Lady of Mellieha with its many ex-Votos, we will walk up to Sea View Cafe from where we can enjoy the extensive panorama.
Going through Mizieb, a fertile valley, we arrive at the hamlet of Manikata, whose residents were once full-time farmers. Their fields are down below in the next valley of Pwales, the most intensively cultivated valley on the island. Our next stop is a breathtaking view of Ghajn Tuffieha Bay and the stunning scenery overlooking this bay. Distant view of Gnejna Bay.
Leaving the Golden Bay area, we drive up to Zebbiegh, which can boast one of the oldest settlements on the island, Skorba, and then towards the quaint village of Mgarr. Nursed fields and orchards surround this village. The drive up to Bingemma and Dwejra Lines is through lush countryside! At this stage, we will be crossing from the north to the west via Bingemma Gap, a great opportunity for a photo stop. The view of the north of Malta and Gozo Island in the distance is stunning.
As we drive to the west side of the island, we pass Rabat and Buskett Gardens. This 17th century woodland garden which surrounds Verdala Palace is the only wooded area on the island. Our next stop is at Dingli Cliffs. Stunning views can be enjoyed by the Chapel of Mary Magdalen. Besides the terraced fields down below, one can identify the strata layers of the Maltese Islands. Typical local produce in season together with some artisanal foodstuffs are available at a stand on site.
On our way to the typical Maltese village of Siggiewi we drive through Girgenti, with its own ecosystem, Maquis, boasting a lush green valley all year round (despite the total absence of rain for several months). The 17th century Inquisitor’s summer palace was built right above the largest spring on the island, overlooking this beautiful valley. A most welcome stop for a drink at Siggiewi’s main square where we can admire a typical village house converted into a teahouse, is next.
The final 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).
This tour is available daily.
We do not recommend this tour during the hot summer months from June to September due to the fact the landscape is very dry and not very scenic.
If you would like to customize the tour to your specifications, complete the How to Book/Make an Enquiry form below.
Prices are based on the group size and are not per person. The size of transport is provided based on the number of passengers in your party.
2025 Tour Prices
Includes private transport with driver and guiding services:
eur330 for *1 to 3 passengers
eur430 for 3 to 6 passengers
eur580 for 7 to 11 passengers
eur730 for 12 to 16 passengers
Contact me for a larger group of 17 to 50+
*The 1 to 3 passenger rate is suitable for 2 adults or 2 adults and a young child, using a sedan type vehicle. 3 adults must calculate using the 3 to 6 passenger rate, which is for a small van.
Supplements
Tours on Sundays and Public Holidays are subject to a eur30 supplement.
Not Included
Blue Grotto - if you would like to do the Blue Grotto caves boat trip (recommended), allow eur10 per person.
How to Book
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For 2026/27 rates and bookings send an enquiry via the How to Book/Make an Enquiry form below.
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