8-day Gems of Malta tour
Spending a full day exploring Malta's rugged sister island of Gozo, including its grand citadel in Victoria. Gaining an insight into life during the Malta blitz at the fascinating National War Museum in Valletta. This island nation’s strategic location in the middle of the Mediterranean, just south of Sicily, has created a fascinating history. On our 8-day Malta tours you’ll get to explore its tiny 16th-century capital, Valletta, built by the Knights of St John. Then travel even further back in time to around 3600 BC with a humbling visit to Hagar Qim (Worshipping Stones), a megalithic temple complex. Round off your historical immersion with a visit to the atmospheric towns of Mosta, Rabat and Mdina..
- 10 meals - 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
- Accommodation - 7 nights in hotels
- Travel in destination by coach
- Tour Manager
- 4 Excursions & Visits
Your fare excludes:
- Airfares & Travel Insurance
Day 1 - St Julian’s
Join your tour group at the hotel.
Day 2 - Valletta
We introduce you to Valletta, the attractive 16th-century capital of the island and home to a grand harbour. We take in St John’s Cathedral, filled with magnificent gifts from the Knights of St John. We’ll also visit Fort St Elmo, the National War Museum and Upper Barrakka Gardens.
Day 3 - St Julian’s
Today is yours to spend as you please on this charming island. Alternatively, join an optional harbour cruise.
Day 4 - St Julian’s
Malta’s history dates back some 5,000 years, so there is much to be discovered on today’s optional excursion, ‘Times of Malta’, which will take you to explore some of the historical museums and villages on the island. It will also take you to the highest point in Malta for great views. Alternatively, spend the day exploring independently.
Day 5 - Hagar Qim - Wied iz-Zurrieq
The megalithic temple complex of Hagar Qim dates back to between 3600-3200 BC and they‘re the best preserved and most evocative of Malta’s prehistoric sites - plus it boasts an unrivalled location atop a sea cliff. Today we will explore this UNESCO World Heritage-listed area. After the tour, we’ll head to the tiny harbour of Wied iz-Zurrieq for time to explore.
Day 6 - Gozo
We’ll make a visit to the legendary island of the Goddess Calypso and Malta’s sister island - Gozo - on a guided tour. Only a short ferry crossing away, Gozo has a character entirely of its own - it is rich in varied landscapes, natural sights and historical features, with the citadel in the chief town of Victoria dating back to Carthaginian and Roman times. We’ll also visit the citadel in Victoria, the Bay of Xlendi, and the Ggantija Temples - the earliest Megalithic temples in Malta that date back earlier than the pyramids of Egypt.
Day 7 - Mosta - Rabat - Mdina
Keep your camera at the ready to capture memories, as we explore some of the island’s best-loved villages. We start with Mosta, famous for its Rotunda church; Rabat, where St Paul is said to have lived, and Mdina. This walled city has a unique atmosphere and, passing through the narrow streets, we admire the magnificent cathedral and the imposing bastions.
Day 8 - St Julian’s
Say goodbye to your tour group for your onward travel.
**Please note the above itinerary is subject to change without notice.
Various departures in October 2024. Below pricing based on 2 October 2024 departure from St Julian's:
- from $2858per person twin share*
- from $4378 for Solo Traveller*
Various departures in May, June & September 2025. Below pricing based on 4 June 2025 departure from St. Julian's:
- from $3,166 per person twin share*
- from $4,728 for Solo Traveller*
Call our team today on 1300 414 198 to book your preferred travel date. Our team can also assist with booking International flights and accommodation as part of your overall travel plans.
Note: prices are subject to change without notice.
- Radisson Blu, St Julian’s (5-star)
Each of our tours has been given a rating from 1 to 3, with 3 being the most strenuous. It’s really important that you discuss with us your suitability for this tour prior to booking.
The above tour has been classified as:
- Level 2 - A moderately paced holiday with more long days. Excursions may require moderate walking at a steady pace, and you might be required to walk further distances, including over mixed terrain and up and down stairs.
Please note: This is a guide only. Please be aware that for each level you should also be comfortably able to manage the requirements set out in the lower levels.
A room tax of between €1-2 per person per night (subject to change), is payable directly to the hotel on check-out.
Travel at 60 and supplier booking conditions apply.
A non-refundable deposit of $550 per person is required within 7 days.