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Marsaxlokk Fishing
Village
Blue Grotto
 
Fortified
Harbour
Mosta Dome
Mdina
Typical Gozo
Village Scene
The Citadel |
Tour Itinerary
Sunday
Start 0900hrs/End 1300hrs
Blue Grotto - Limestone Heritage – Marsaxlokk Village
Our tour today vists Wied iz-Zurrieq, the beautiful valley leading down
to the Blue Grotto. This picturesque grotto and its neighboring system
of sea caverns mirrors the brilliant phosphorescent colors of underwater
flora. Boat trips to the caves, which take around 25 minutes allow you
to explore these grottoes and sea caverns along this stretch of coast.
(The boat trip is not included in the overall price as it operates
subject to weather conditions, EUR7.00 paid on the day).
We proceed with a visit to the Limestone Heritage, a unique insight into
the past and present cultures of an ancient culture set in stone.
Discover the story of quarrying and masonry in Malta since the
prehistoric times, there is also a unique collection of tools, vintage
vehicles and machinery. This is a walk-through audio experience with the
aid of specially designed dioramas.
Our final
stop includes a visit to the pretty village of Marsaxlokk on the south
coast of the island. This fisherman's village is characterized by low
lying buildings and the colorful traditional fishing boats known as the
'luzzu'. A small market lines the seafront and it is a haven for fish
food lovers with an array of good quality restaurants.
Monday
Start 1300hrs/End 1700hrs
Valletta - Malta Experience Show
Our guided tour of Valletta starts with a visit to the Barraka Gardens,
here you can enjoy breathtaking views overlooking the magnificent Grand
Harbour and the Three Cities. The tour also includes a walk through the
bustling Republic street, our guide pointing out prominent buildings
en-route. A tour of St. John’s Co. Cathedral, historically one of the
most important buildings in Malta and which is adorned in riches dating
back to the era of the Knights of St. John is a highlight of this tour.
Here you can also admire the magnificent Caravaggio painting “The
Beheading of St. John”, after our tour of the cathedral you will also
have time to visit the church museum, a main feature are the numerous
Flemish tapestries. Our tour ends at the Malta Experience, a superb
45-minute show illustrating the history of the Maltese Islands - from
Neolithic to modern times. The show is displayed on a giant screen by
means of state of the art visual and audio effects.
Tuesday
Start 0900hrs/End 1600hrs
Mdina – Mosta Dome - San Anton - Crafts Village - Rabat
Today’s
tour takes us to the central part of Malta that is dominated by the
ancient medieval city of Mdina. Our walking tour takes through a maze of
magnificent architecture in an olde worlde setting, evidence that this
magnificent city is also known as the ‘silent city’. From the high
bastion walls you can admire views of most of the island. Close to Mdina
is the Roman town of Rabat, here we will visit the catacombs before
proceeding to the remote Westside of the island visiting the spectacular
cliffs of Dingli. After lunch we will stop at the botanic gardens of San
Anton and the impressive Mosta Dome church, the fourth largest
unsupported dome in the world. To end our tour we include the Crafts
Village. Here you can admire the local glassblowers, filigree, pottery
and variety of other local crafts with time for some shopping.
Wednesday
Start 0900hrs/End 1300hrs
Gardjola Gardens - Birgu - Traditional Boat Trip
This half day tour visits the oldest part of the Grand Harbour.
We first visit the Gardjola Gardens, here you can admire the
magnificent view from the Vedette (watch tower used by the Knights). We
continue with the tour of this area next Birgu. Birgu is the oldest city
of the Grand Harbour. In 1530 the Knights of St. John first settled in
this area, and we will give you an insight to an era dominated by the
Knights of St. John. Our walking tour will take us to the heart of city,
the narrow streets and quaint alleys known as the 'collachio', an area
of old Palazzo's which where the original Auberge's occupied by the
Knights'. We finish this tour with a trip around the harbour on a
traditional Dghajsa (type of gondola). This is the end of our tour and
we make our way back to the hotel.
Thursday
Start 0800hrs/End 1600hrs
Gozo Island Tour
Our
tour starts with a short 25min. ferry crossing which passes the small
and pretty island of Comino. On arrival at the picturesque Mgarr harbour,
you will notice how much greener it is on Gozo. Even though so close to
the larger island of Malta, the smaller island has many different
characteristics. Included on our tour is a variety of scenic routes and
interesting sights. We include stops at the Inland Sea and Azure Window
at Dwejra, Victoria and the imposing Citadel, the beautiful seaside
village of Xlendi Bay and include a spectacular show which relives the
life of Gozo’s yesteryear throughout the centuries. You will have some
free time for lunch and shopping for local hand made lace and woolen
goods, both very popular buys on the island. Throughout the day you will
also see some of Gozo’s typical old villages where the pace of life
is typical of Mediterranean lifestyle of years gone by.
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effort is made to provide the tour as described above, however the
itinerary may change due to situation beyond our control. Start and end
times are for guidance. |
Tour Details
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5 tours
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Transport from/to hotel
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Licensed tour guide
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All
entrance fees into museums and
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places
of interest as featured
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Ferry
fare to/from Gozo Island
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Traditional Boat Trip
Price
€240.00
Tour
Highlights
Blue Grotto
Limestone Heritage
Marsaxlokk Fishing Village
Valletta
St. John's Co. Cathedral
Republic Street
Upper Barraka Gardens
Malta Experience
Mdina Medieval City
Rabat
St. Paul's Catacombs
Mosta Dome
Sana Anton Gardens
Crafts Village
Three Cities
Senglea
Gardjola Gardens
Birgu
Traditional Boat Trip
Malta/Gozo Channel Ferry Crossing
Gozo Island
Azzur Window
Inland Sea
The Citadel/Victoria
Xlendi Bay
Availability
This tour is available all year round.
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Customised Tours
This tour can be customised to your specifications and is also available
to small and large groups. For more information contact us.
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