Upon your arrival, you are met and transferred to your hotel.
Valletta - The Capital City (9:30AM - 1:30PM Guided tour)
The Upper Barrakka Gardens overlook the Grand Harbour. From their terrace, they afford one of the most beautiful panoramic views in Malta as they command a unique view of the only natural harbour in the Mediterranean with the Three Cities as its backdrop.
Museum of Archaeology with the Curator
Not just another museum, the Museum of Archaeology will guide you through our living history dating back to the temple period. Spend a short time here gaining an overview and especially seeing the unbelievable finds from the temple(s) that you will be visiting on your tour. Of special note is the sleeping lady!
Manoel Theatre
The Manoel Theatre is one of the oldest working theatres in Europe. Constructed in 1731 by the Grand Master Antonio Manoel de Vilhena "for the honest entertainment of the Knights"; the theatre is a baroque gem with wonderful acoustics and a full calendar of events populated by local and international performers, with productions in English and Maltese.
National Library of Malta
Situated in the centre of Valletta, the National Library is one of the major treasures of the Maltese Islands. The library preserves the memory of the nation with collections that span the centuries as far back to medieval times. Enjoy this National Treasure accompanied by the National Library Librarian as she walks you through history.
St. John's Co-Cathedral
Built shortly after the Great Siege of Malta (1565), St. John's Co-Cathedral's austere exterior is in drastic contrast to its sumptuous high baroque interior. You'll be in awe at the artistic masterpiece - from its tombstone laid floors to the vaulted ceiling painted in the life of John the Baptist. Around the corner and into the oratory, stand before two wonderful masterpieces by the artist Caravaggio - St. Jerome and his only signed piece - The Beheading of St. John the Baptist.
Gozo Experience with Comino (08:30AM - 06:30PM) (guided tour)
Comino Boat Experience on route to Gozo
Welcome on board the Axopar 28 hardtop a brand new built in 2019 provides clients wishing to explore the Maltese islands with a stylish yet safe and stable sports cruiser. This boat is fitted with a fixed sturdy hardtop roof over the helm. This eliminates the inconvenience of erecting the shade manually, which is normal on most standard rental boats. In the bow seating area, there is an additional sunshade to the hardtop that can be erected swiftly, making this an ideal area to enjoy a glass of champagne perhaps. On board you will find all the much needed conveniences for an enjoyable day out at sea. A toilet room with hand basin and mirror above. A large fridge, ensuring all the refreshments are chilled. There is also the all important sunbathing area at the back of the boat. This bathing platform has the convenience of a ladder for ease of access. Lastly, a freshwater shower is fitted for a refreshing rinse off after a dip in your chosen lagoon. Fitted with a 300hp Evinrude outboard, the option of speed and the wind through your hair, is an experience not to be missed!
Notes Food and Beverage will be provided onboard
Gozo Island - Touring Day
Welcome to lovely Gozo - Malta's sister island. You can think of Gozo as Malta's Sicily. The island only has a population of approximately 40,000 yet 11 different dialects can be detected here. Add to that, large swaths of land, a gorgeous coastline and a more relaxed way of life. You're going to love Gozo!
The Xwejni Salt Pans
Your first stop will be at the Roman salt pans. The production of sea salt has a long tradition in Gozo and the saltpans found near Marsalforn are still used today.
Wied il-Mielah
Explore one of Malta natural wonders. The valley of Wied il-Miela is rich in flora and a lovely place to walk especially in the autumn and spring. The way down the valley is like a botanical display of vegetation typical of the Mediterranean. Yellow rather than green is the primary colour here especially from late autumn until spring, when many fields bloom with the small yellow flower of the Cape Sorrel.
Xlendi Bay
Arrive in Xlendi Bay for gorgeous views and some of the best sea-side food at one of the fantastic restaurants here.
The Citadella & Victoria
Venture to the "capital" of Gozo for a leisurely walk through the village streets as we witness local people in their daily life. The Citadel or Citadella is an area known to have been first fortified during the Bronze Age and later developed by the Phoenicians and continues development until, by Roman times, it had become a complex Acropolis. Up until the 18th Century, it was the only fortified refuge against attack for the inhabitants of the island.
Prehistoric Malta and the Old Capital (9:00AM - 5:30PM) (guided tour)
Countryside walk
Join your guide for a lovely countryside walk. It's truly unbelievable that just 20 minutes outside the hustle and bustle of the central-east portion of the island, you find true serenity. The walk will be fairly easy going however we recommend that you are able to walk on paths, over rocks and on a slight incline.
Marsaxlokk Village
This village is known for being the main fishing village of Malta as well as the best place to see the brightly painted fishing boats. Enjoy lunch on your own at one of the fine local restaurants. Recommendations to be provided by the guide.
Hagar Qim & Mnajdra Temples
Step back some 5500 years with a visit to the Hagar Qim and Mnajdra Temple sites. The temples were excavated in 1839 and are thought to have been built to worship a type of fertility goddess. To put their age into perspective - they are around 1000 years older than the pyramids at Giza and Stonehenge. Who knew!? You will be treated to the spectacular views of Dingli Cliffs which are the highest point of the Maltese Islands at 253 metres above sea level. The Cliffs propose a majestic, overlooking the small terraced fields below, the open sea and Filfla & the small uninhabited island (used as target practice during WWII). Nearby arrive at Clapham Junction to discover the mysterious cart ruts. These deep ruts, rilles, tracks, grooves, channels left in Malta’s limestone but in such numbers, variety and confusion that they leave more questions than answers.
St. Paul's Catacombs
St.Paul’s Catacombs are a typical complex of interconnected, underground Roman cemeteries that were in use up to the 4th century AD. They are located on the outskirts of the old Roman capital Melite (today’s Mdina), since Roman law prohibited burials within the city. St Paul’s Catacombs represent the earliest and largest archaeological evidence of Christianity and Judaism in Malta.
Mdina - the Silent and Medieval City
You will feel the power as you enter the Old Capital City of Mdina and fall in love with it inasmuch as the families who continue to live here. It's Malta's only medieval city with a range of architecture that includes Norman and Arabic features. If you're a Game of Thrones fan, you will recognize the main gates immediately.
Today you are met and transferred to the airport on time for your onwards flight.
