Malta Highlights
Sliema
Sliema
Malta Highlights
Tour summary
8 days
Malta
11 meals
18 guests (max)
Driver
Trip leader
Luxury minicoach
Twin-share / double / double for single occupancy
7 nights in thoughtfully selected accommodation7 nights
One incredible journey, two beautiful islands, countless lasting memories – the Mediterranean jewel of Malta awaits. Where bright blue waters dazzle and ornate Baroque architecture inspires, local wines sing with flavour and hushed Medieval streets whisper of time gone by – what makes this unique gem sparkle is yours to discover.
Tour highlights
- Uncover the rich history and magnificent Baroque architecture of Valletta with a local guide
- Enjoy a scenic cruise around the breathtaking Blue Grotto
- Explore the fortified medieval city of Mdina
Tour itinerary
Day 1 - Sliema (Malta)
We’ll meet the group in the picturesque resort town of Sliema and get to know one another over a delicious welcome meal. Welcome to Malta!
We’ll meet the group in the picturesque resort town of Sliema and get to know one another over a delicious welcome meal. Welcome to Malta!
Included today
Accommodation
The Victoria Hotel (or similar)
Meals
- Dinner
Day 2 - Sliema – Mosta and Mdina – Sliema
We’ll begin our second day together with a wander around the beautiful wilderness of the Buskett Gardens. Enjoy some free time exploring the only woodland area in Malta before we continue to the island’s old capital: Mdina, also known as the ‘silent city’. Here we’ll explore the extraordinary mix of medieval and Baroque architecture with a local guide and have some free time to enjoy lunch at our leisure. On this afternoon’s agenda: an indulgent wine tasting at a local winery. You’ll find it difficult to find a bottle of Maltese wine back home, so we recommend purchasing some at the vineyard before we move onto Mosta where we’ll visit its stunning domed church. Then, it’s time to return to Sliema for an evening spent relaxing at our hotel or exploring the array of restaurants and waterfront bars.
We’ll begin our second day together with a wander around the beautiful wilderness of the Buskett Gardens. Enjoy some free time exploring the only woodland area in Malta before we continue to the island’s old capital: Mdina, also known as the ‘silent city’. Here we’ll explore the extraordinary mix of medieval and Baroque architecture with a local guide and have some free time to enjoy lunch at our leisure. On this afternoon’s agenda: an indulgent wine tasting at a local winery. You’ll find it difficult to find a bottle of Maltese wine back home, so we recommend purchasing some at the vineyard before we move onto Mosta where we’ll visit its stunning domed church. Then, it’s time to return to Sliema for an evening spent relaxing at our hotel or exploring the array of restaurants and waterfront bars.
Included today
Accommodation
The Victoria Hotel (or similar)
Meals
- Breakfast
Day 3 - Sliema – Valletta and Birgu – Sliema
Did you know about Malta’s link to the Gallipoli campaign? We’ll begin today’s explorations at the Pieta War Cemetery where we’ll learn all about the injured ANZACs who were evacuated to the island during WWI. Then, a locally guided walking tour of Valletta is next on the agenda. We’ll stroll by the New Parliament Building, Upper Barrakka Gardens, Grand Harbour and Grandmaster’s Palace, uncovering the tiny capital’s rich history as we go. Then, we’ll enjoy free time to wander the stunning Baroque architecture of St John’s Co-Cathedral. For lunch, we’ll savour a traditional Maltese Ftira meal.
Continuing on, we’ll visit the oldest area in Malta: Birgu – commonly referred to as Città Vittoriosa (Victorious City). We’ll enjoy a walking tour through the city’s ancient narrow streets with a local guide – visiting the likes of the Inquisitor’s Palace and panoramic Gardjola Gardens. After a full day, enjoy an evening spent at your leisure back in Sliema.
Did you know about Malta’s link to the Gallipoli campaign? We’ll begin today’s explorations at the Pieta War Cemetery where we’ll learn all about the injured ANZACs who were evacuated to the island during WWI. Then, a locally guided walking tour of Valletta is next on the agenda. We’ll stroll by the New Parliament Building, Upper Barrakka Gardens, Grand Harbour and Grandmaster’s Palace, uncovering the tiny capital’s rich history as we go. Then, we’ll enjoy free time to wander the stunning Baroque architecture of St John’s Co-Cathedral. For lunch, we’ll savour a traditional Maltese Ftira meal.
Continuing on, we’ll visit the oldest area in Malta: Birgu – commonly referred to as Città Vittoriosa (Victorious City). We’ll enjoy a walking tour through the city’s ancient narrow streets with a local guide – visiting the likes of the Inquisitor’s Palace and panoramic Gardjola Gardens. After a full day, enjoy an evening spent at your leisure back in Sliema.
Included today
Accommodation
The Victoria Hotel (or similar)
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Day 4 - Sliema
Today is yours to spend entirely at your leisure. You may want to explore on a harbour cruise around the ports of Valletta – a natural treasure trove for photographers. Alternatively, you could spend the day enjoying the stunning views from our hotel’s rooftop terrace or relaxing by the swimming pool. This evening, we recommend venturing out in search of a waterfront alfresco restaurant for some delicious local seafood.
Today is yours to spend entirely at your leisure. You may want to explore on a harbour cruise around the ports of Valletta – a natural treasure trove for photographers. Alternatively, you could spend the day enjoying the stunning views from our hotel’s rooftop terrace or relaxing by the swimming pool. This evening, we recommend venturing out in search of a waterfront alfresco restaurant for some delicious local seafood.
Included today
Accommodation
The Victoria Hotel (or similar)
Meals
- Breakfast
Day 5 - Sliema – Qrendi and Cirkewwa – Sannat (Gozo)
Today’s agenda begins with a stop at the Ħaġar Qim temples, where we’ll have the opportunity to explore this remarkable site with a local guide. Then, we’ll journey onwards the mesmerising Blue Grotto. Enjoy a locally guided boat trip around the phosphorescent coloured bays and complex of limestone caves – before continuing on to the ferry point at Ċirkewwa, with a photo stop at Popeye’s Village along the way. After a speedboat transfer to Gozo, the evening in Sannat will be ours to spend exploring at our own pace.
Today’s agenda begins with a stop at the Ħaġar Qim temples, where we’ll have the opportunity to explore this remarkable site with a local guide. Then, we’ll journey onwards the mesmerising Blue Grotto. Enjoy a locally guided boat trip around the phosphorescent coloured bays and complex of limestone caves – before continuing on to the ferry point at Ċirkewwa, with a photo stop at Popeye’s Village along the way. After a speedboat transfer to Gozo, the evening in Sannat will be ours to spend exploring at our own pace.
Included today
Accommodation
Hotel Ta' Cenc & Spa (or similar)
Meals
- Breakfast
Day 6 - Sannat – Victoria – Sannat
Today we’ll visit the spectacular megalithic temple complex of Ġgantija – the most ancient temples in Malta and boasting an ancient history that’s older than the pyramids of Egypt. After moving on to the imposing Old Citadel in Victoria – the ancient fortified city that can be seen from almost anywhere on Gozo, we’ll enjoy a delectable Maltese lunch. Our visit to the Dreams of Horses Farm rounds off the day. There, we’ll observe a cheese making demonstration followed by a guided tour around the equestrian therapy centre with a member of the team, learning how horse therapy comforts people. Later, an evening of leisure time is in store for us back at the hotel.
Today we’ll visit the spectacular megalithic temple complex of Ġgantija – the most ancient temples in Malta and boasting an ancient history that’s older than the pyramids of Egypt. After moving on to the imposing Old Citadel in Victoria – the ancient fortified city that can be seen from almost anywhere on Gozo, we’ll enjoy a delectable Maltese lunch. Our visit to the Dreams of Horses Farm rounds off the day. There, we’ll observe a cheese making demonstration followed by a guided tour around the equestrian therapy centre with a member of the team, learning how horse therapy comforts people. Later, an evening of leisure time is in store for us back at the hotel.
Included today
Accommodation
Hotel Ta' Cenc & Spa (or similar)
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Day 7 - Sannat – San Lawrenz and Marsalforn – Sannat
We may be nearing the end of our journey, but there’s still plenty to explore! First, we’ll stop to visit Fungus Rock – an islet off the coast of San Lawrenz that holds a peculiar history. After hearing the stories from our local guide, we’ll move on to the unusual Xwejni Salt Pans. A 350-year-old checkerboard of rock-cut salt pans, the production of sea salt here has been passed from generation to generation and is a fascinating sight to behold. Before returning to Sannat, we’ll make a refreshing stop at Xwejni Bay for a dip in the crystal-clear water. Later, we’ll come together for one last dinner together, sharing stories of the week’s adventures.
We may be nearing the end of our journey, but there’s still plenty to explore! First, we’ll stop to visit Fungus Rock – an islet off the coast of San Lawrenz that holds a peculiar history. After hearing the stories from our local guide, we’ll move on to the unusual Xwejni Salt Pans. A 350-year-old checkerboard of rock-cut salt pans, the production of sea salt here has been passed from generation to generation and is a fascinating sight to behold. Before returning to Sannat, we’ll make a refreshing stop at Xwejni Bay for a dip in the crystal-clear water. Later, we’ll come together for one last dinner together, sharing stories of the week’s adventures.
Included today
Accommodation
Hotel Ta' Cenc & Spa (or similar)
Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Day 8 - Sannat – Sliema (Malta)
After a final breakfast and leisurely morning, we’ll catch the ferry to Sliema – where our tour will end later this afternoon.
After a final breakfast and leisurely morning, we’ll catch the ferry to Sliema – where our tour will end later this afternoon.
Included today
Meals
- Breakfast
Things we think you'll love

A Blue Grotto
Take to the cobalt-hued waters of the Mediterranean Sea as we embark on a short boat ride to the mouth of Blue Grotto, steered by a seasoned local fisherman. Fancy making a splash whilst you're here? Jump in!

Tales of Valletta's architecture
Wander through the maze of streets lined with beautiful Baroque architecture and hear tales of Valletta's unique setting from a local guide.

Silent city whispers
Discover Mdina's story through its architectural journey as a local guide recounts the silent city's ancient reign.
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Anonymous June 2024
Big disappointment that after checking and being promised Mercedes small van we were transported in big school buses which had to fit around school pickup and drop offs.
Our tour guide was distant and...
Patricia Th June 2024
The tour was value for money, guides very knowledgeable and passionate about sharing their knowledge.
The small group was great too. More opportunity for a swim in the Mediterranean would have made...
Anonymous May 2024
Great tour leader, good guides. Good itinerary. Good accomodation.
Anonymous June 2023
School buses / mini vans used a disappointment, not as advertised.
Tours, hotels & inclusions were good.
Anonymous May 2023
A very good trip but the bus was not comfortable, also the ferry to Gozo was very hard as we had to carry our bags up lots of stairs. The guide, Shabby, was great.
Anonymous May 2023
Covered key points of malta
Christine Kn May 2023
We thought there was too much unnessary walking and standing for long periods listening to guides. It would be good if when the guides wanted to talk for extended periods there was seating available...
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FAQS
Throughout the tour, you will be travelling on one of our luxury minicoaches. Due to local regulations, the vehicle may need to leave the group for short periods to assist the local community with school drop-offs. Secondly, on your final day, your main luggage will be transferred separately from Gozo to Malta, so you won't be required to carry it on and off the ferry.
As with all of our tours, an expert Tour Leader will guide you through your Malta Highlights journey. Due to local regulations, an additional guide will accompany your group on both the islands of Malta and Gozo.
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