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Valletta, Malta

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3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Price quoted is for a three-hour tour. Clients choose either the North Tour (to see Mdina/Rabat, Dingli Cliffs, Mosta Church, Ta' Qali Crafts Village and San Anton Gardens), or the South Tour (Valletta, Marsaxlokk, Blue Grotto and Hagar Qim Temples).
Meanwhile our 5-hour tour combines sites from the North and the South of the island.
Clients can choose to have longer tours at an extra cost.
Our driver/guide will take you around and show you Malta's most interesting sites.
Clients may request to stop to take pictures along the way any time. Please note that price quoted does not include any entry/admission fees to any place nor boat trips.
Kindly indicate in your booking whether you would like to take the North Tour or the South Tour if you are opting for the 3-hour tour.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

    Meeting and Pickup

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    We pick up from any hotel or other point in Malta. Normal pick-up time is usually at 9am, however kindly indicate in your booking if you need an earlier or later time and we will happily accommodate if possible for us to do. Please note that on Fridays only, tour's starting time is at 08:30am.

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    Mdina Old City

    Lamp lit by night and referred to as "the silent city", Mdina is fascinating to visit for its timeless atmosphere as well as its cultural and religious treasures.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Dingli Cliffs

    Located on Malta’s western coast, at 253 metres above sea-level Dingli Cliffs are the highest part of the Island. The cliffs are a popular attraction for tourists visiting Malta, heading there for a peaceful walk with boasting views of Filfla and the Mediterranean sea.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Ta' Qali Crafts Village

    Souvenir shops, handmade ornaments, soaps, jewellery shops and glass blowing demos ...
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    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Mosta Rotunda

    The Mosta Dome is perhaps the most impressive church in Malta, with its massive rotunda, that is the third largest in Europe.
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    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Valletta City Gate

    The capital city is abundantly rich in sites to see and explore, intriguing historical buildings around every corner: votive statues, niches, fountains and coats of arms high up on parapets. Narrow side streets are full of tiny quaint shops and cafés, while Valletta's main streets are lined with larger international branded shops.
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    2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Marsaxlokk Harbour

    This fishing village is popular for a daily open-air market, offering a selection of the finest fish restaurants on the island and for the peaceful walks around the coast and harbour.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Vittoriosa Waterfront - Birgu Waterfront

    Highlights of Birgu, one of The Three Cities, include the Church of St. Lawrence, designed by Malta's most prominent baroque architect, Lorenzo Gafa', the Inquisitor's Palace, Fort St. Angelo and the Maritime Museum.
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    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Blue Grotto Il-Hnejja

    The location of this fascinating natural grotto combines with sunlight and the surrounding chain of caves to reflect the phosphorescent colours of the submerged flora and the deep dark shade of blue of the sea.´
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    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Hagar Qim & Mnajdra Archaeological Park

    The Ħaġar Qim temples are beautiful, a masterpiece of prehistoric masonry, and considering they were built between 3600 and 3200 BC, still very well preserved.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • This tour does not include the service of a professional tour guide. However, the driver is experienced and loves sharing his knowledge of Malta's history and culture.
    • This being a 3-hour tour, customers choose either the North Tour (to see places like Mdina/Rabat, Dingli Cliffs, Mosta Church, Ta' Qali Crafts Village and San Anton Gardens), or the South Tour (Valletta, Marsaxlokk, Birgu and Blue Grotto and Hagar Qim Temples). Sites listed here are only for suggestion purpose. Customers will visit only some of the suggested sites on this 3-hour tour.

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tours around Malta?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    • This tour does not include the service of a professional tour guide. However, the driver is experienced and loves sharing his knowledge of Malta's history and culture.
    • This being a 3-hour tour, customers choose either the North Tour (to see places like Mdina/Rabat, Dingli Cliffs, Mosta Church, Ta' Qali Crafts Village and San Anton Gardens), or the South Tour (Valletta, Marsaxlokk, Birgu and Blue Grotto and Hagar Qim Temples). Sites listed here are only for suggestion purpose. Customers will visit only some of the suggested sites on this 3-hour tour.
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