The Perfect Maltese Cocktail
Duration
Full Day (7 hours )
Group Size
Up to 6 persons
Language
English (others on request)
Tour Type
Private Tour (Car & Guide)
Price
US$ 690
Cancellation
Free 24 hours before
Uncover Malta in a Day! From the soaring Dingli Cliffs to the dazzling Blue Grotto, step into Malta’s story of nature and legend. Walk through ancient St. Paul’s Catacombs, wander the timeless streets of Mdina, and enjoy a lunch stop with sweeping island views at the iconic Fontanella. Conclude at the awe-inspiring Mosta Dome, where miracle meets grandeur. An unforgettable journey through Malta’s most iconic sights!
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Itinerary
This itinerary, including the start time, can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below and send me a message with your requests and interests! Click below.
- 09:30 AM Meeting Point City Gate, Valletta
Just outside the main entrance of Valletta, at the beginning of the bridge that traverses the dry moat. We can also meet at any other place that is more convenient for you. Click below and send me a message.
- 10:00 AM Dingli Cliffs
We board our transport and head to to Dingli to enjoy Malta’s highest point with sweeping views of the open sea and countryside. At about 250 meters above sea level, these are Malta’s highest cliffs. From here, you can admire spectacular views over the Mediterranean. The landscape is peaceful, with terraced fields and little chapels, giving a taste of rural Malta. On the way you will hear about Malta’s colourful history, our language, culture and traditions. - 10:30 AM Blue Grotto
Scenic stop overlooking the famous sea caverns. Optional: short boat trip (weather permitting, ~25 min) – €10 per person. One of Malta’s most photographed natural landmarks. The limestone cliffs and sea caves reflect the sunlight, making the water glow with intense shades of blue and turquoise. Weather permitting we can do an optional 20-minute boat ride to see the grotto up close. Best visited in the morning when the light is at its most dramatic. - 11:50 AM Rabat
Rabat, Malta’s “suburb” of Mdina, is closely linked with the story of St. Paul, who was shipwrecked on the island in AD 60. The catacombs are an extensive underground burial complex used from Roman times into the early Christian period. With their rock-cut tombs and circular communal tables for funeral banquets, they illustrate the transition from pagan to Christian burial customs. - 12:50 PM Mdina
Explore the Silent City: Cathedral Square, bastions, and medieval alleys.Known as the “Silent City”, Mdina was Malta’s capital for centuries. Its narrow medieval streets, palaces, and bastions create an atmosphere that has hardly changed in 1,000 years. Highlights include Cathedral Square, the bastion views stretching across the island, and the elegant facades of noble residences. The silence and timelessness make Mdina one of Malta’s most enchanting stops. - 01:30 PM Fontanella Tea Garden
Relaxed meal with panoramic views over Malta. Famous for tasty dishes with a Maltese flavour and its famous cakes. Situated on the bastions, Fontanella Tea Garden is famous for its panoramic views over Malta and beyond to Gozo on a clear day. Their menu includes light dishes, but the highlight is their homemade cakes — especially the legendary chocolate cake. A relaxed and scenic setting for a lunch or coffee break (one may opt for either or both). - 03:30 PM Mosta Dome
Admire the third-largest unsupported dome in the world and hear the WWII “miracle bomb” story. Formally the Rotunda of the Assumption, this church has one of the largest unsupported domes in the world. During WWII, a 500kg bomb pierced the dome during Mass but miraculously failed to explode — a story that has become part of Maltese collective memory. The interior is beautifully decorated, and visitors are often astonished by the scale of the dome. (Admission €3 per person) - Ending Point At the starting meeting point
Tour Details
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Personal, official and fully licensed tour guide. Since we will be driving to our destinations in a chauffeur driven vehicle I will be free to give you constant commentary about our islands’ geology, history, culture and traditions and point out landmarks as we drive along – moreover I will be able to answer all your questions and make this outing not just informative but also conversational, flexible and relaxed.
- Use of chauffeured fully climatized vehicle (9 seater Peugeot Traveller or similar)
- Gasoline is included.
- Tolls, VAT and Sales Taxes are included.
- Entrances to St. Paul’s Catacombs (approximately 7.00 USD per person),
- Entrance to Mosta Dome (approximately 3.50 USD per person)
- Optional: short boat trip (weather permitting, ~25 min) – 12 USD per person.
- Lunch, snacks, drinks, coffees, etc which are all optional including at Fontanella
- All sales and VAT taxes, gasoline and tolls are included in this tour.
- Optional gratuities.
- There are no hidden charges.
Tour Important Information
This tour involves some walking. We have to go down and climb back up some steps at the catacombs (unfortunately not wheelchair accessible). It is best to wear comfortable shoes. Malta’s sunshine is bright and hot most of the year so a pair of sunglasses and a hat are strongly recommended.
This private tour can be fully customized to suit your interests, pace, and time available. Whether you prefer history, culture or scenic views, each itinerary is designed to give you and authentic and relaxed experience of Malta.
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All tours include free cancellation up to 72 hours in advance.
By booking/enquiring about this tour you agree to the Terms & Conditions