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Gozo Scenery
Ggantija Temples
Blue Grotto Caves
Luzzu
Boat
Valletta
Quaint Mdina Street
Mosta Dome |
Saturday
Start 0800hrs/End 1600hrs
Three Cities (Senglea,
Cospicua & Birgu) - Cottonera Lines - Grand Harbour Cruise
Our tour stats with the oldest part of the Grand Harbour and
the Three Cities. We first visit the Gardjola Gardens in Senglea.
Here you can admire the magnificent view from the Vedette (watch
tower used by the Knights), a great opportunity for some stunning
photos of the huge fortifications. Our guide will will unfold its
fascinating history and point out all of the prominent places around
this famous harbour such as Fort St. Angelo, the storage houses
lining the waterfront, the dockyard area and other important
features. We continue with our tour driving through Cospicua before
arriving to the most important city of the Grand Harbour, which is
Birgu. In 1530 the Knights of St. John first settled in this
old city. Our walking tour will take us to the very heart of city
and our guide will give you an insight to an era dominated by the
Knights of St. John. The narrow streets and quaint alleys which form
an area know as the 'Collachio' was exclusively occupied by the
Knights and during the tour you will see the magnificent old
Palazzo's which where the original Auberge's occupied by the
Knights', pass the Inquisitors Palace, St. Lawrence Church which was
the original church of the order and end up on the stunning Birgu
waterfront where the Galleys use to berth...nowadays it is a
beautiful Yacht marina. Lining the waterfront are old authentic
buildings used by the Knights, today they accommodate restaurants
and other catering establishments. Here you will have some free time
for lunch before continuing. The next part of the tour will include
a panoramic drive around the Cottonera Lines which are the fortified
walls surrounding this whole area and stretch a staggering 4050
metres and took 10 years to build. Our tour will end with a cruise
around the famous Grand Harbour. You will
cruise
around the two natural harbours on either side of Valletta – these
are Marsamxett Harbour and of course the Grand Harbour. A detailed
commentary will unfold the history of the two Great sieges of 1565
and 1942, as well as all the other places of interest dotted around
the harbours which can only be admired from the sea. We cruise into
every creek showing you the closest possible views which is ideal
for some great photos. After the cruise your tour will come to an
end and we return back to your hotel.
Sunday
Start 0900hrs/End 1400hrs
Blue Grotto - Limestone Heritage – Marsaxlokk Fishing Village
Our tour today visits 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. At this stage our
tour ends and returns to your hotel or you may wish to stay in
Marsaxlokk and make your own way back.
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.
!Every
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
Coach Group
Tours can have up to
50 passengers on each tour and are guaranteed to operate.
Price
€210.50 per person
Included
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Transport from/to hotel
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Multilingual Licensed Guide
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All
entrance fees into museums and
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places
of interest as featured
Availability
This tour is available all year round.
Groups &
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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