MALTA SMALL GROUP TOUR TRAVEL ITINERARY
7 DAYS MALTA & GOZO SMALL GROUP TOUR
DAY 1 : WELCOME TO MALTA
Spend the first three nights of your Maltese adventure in VALLETTA staying at the central boutique hotel “DOMUS ZAMITTELLO“or similar, renowned for its luxurious blend of modern decor and gracious Mediterranean hospitality.A welcome dinner is included this evening in a local restaurant.Eat as a local!!!Overnight stay in VALLETTA
DAY 2: THE GRANDIOSE VALLETTA
Colloquially known as “Il-Belt”, VALLETTA is the capital city of Malta that was built during the rule of the Knights of St. John.Today’s visit will begin from the Upper Barakka gardens, perched high above the Grand harbor where your local expert will show you the highlights of this magical city, discovering its hidden beauty, with plenty of time on your own in Republic Street for shopping or sightseeing. Included are interior visits to the top two sites St.John’s Co-Cathedral with its museum, dating back to the 16th century, boasting two masterpieces by Caravaggio and The Grand Masters Palace which houses the Parliament and the president’s office.After an included lunch in a local tavern, you’ll visit the TEATRU MANOEL,one of the oldest working theaters in the world, built in 1731 by the Knights of St. John and a non-guided visit at the ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM. Evening is on your own to discover Valletta by night.Overnight in VALLETTA
DAY 3: THE GRAND HARBOUR AREA: THE THREE CITIES -VITTORIOSA & SENGLEA
This morning we explore the city of VITTORIOSA, one of the most enchanting within the THREE CITIES, the towns extending towards Valletta, dividing the Grand Harbor into deep inlets. In Vittoriosa you’ll visit the Inquisitor’s Palace, featuring plain prison cells and dungeons on the lower floors, which contrast with the highly decorated private apartments of the Inquisitors themselves above, including the Tribunal room where evidence was heard and verdicts were issued. You’ll also visit the War Museum, housed in an 18th century army barracks which served as a police station and air raid precautions center during the war.After a foodie experience with “Maltese bread snack FTIRA“,you’ll board a typical Maltese gondola for a 30 mins harbor cruise.Rest of the day is on your own for more local experiences. Overnight stay in VALLETTA
DAY 4: HAGAR QIM TEMPLE, COLORFUL MARSAXLOKK & THE BLUE GROTTO
Some of the world’s oldest temples, Malta’s most picturesque fishing village,dramatic sea caves,towering cliffs and shady woords are the highlights of the south of the island.Our first morning destination is the megalithic temple of HAGAR QIM (3600 to 3000 BC) the best preserved and most evocative of Malta’s prehistoric sites.Continue to the fishing village of MARSAXLOKK, famous for its brightly colored fishing boats which ride at anchor and where the wives of the fishermen knot nylon string bags for the tourists.After time on your own for lunch,explore more in depth the south coast travelling along the rocky WIED IZ-ZURRIEQ stopping off at the BLUE GROTTO for amazing views.Continue to the port of Cirkewwa to transfer you by 25-minutes ferry to the island of GOZO for your next two nights at the “KEMPINSKI HOTEL” or similar.Only 15 kilometres in length and seven kilometres wide, all parts of the island are easily accessible, and for its size the variety of scenery is incredible.Gozo is fertile and picturesque and has retained much of its traditional character.Dinner is included this evening in a local bistro.Overnight in GOZO
DAY 5: GOZO-THE ISLAND OF CALYPSO & MAGICAL VICTORIA
The idyllic island of GOZO, the second largest island of the Maltese archipelago is more rural and popular for its scenic hills, which are featured on its coat of arms. Our day starts with a walking tour of the fortified capital city of VICTORIA with its enchanting Citadel followed by a panoramic drive around the island, stopping off at Dwejra, the fishing village of Xlendi, Ramla Bay,the Salt pans,the Ggantija Temples and the Ta Pinu church.Enjoy a light dinner in a popular Gozitan restaurant accompanied by Maltese wines.Overnight stay in GOZO
DAY 6: NAXXAR PALACE,WINERY EXPERIENCE & THE SILENT CITY OF MDINA
Today’s adventure takes you to central Malta, one of the most fascinating regions.The tour begins with a visit to an 18th century noble PALAZZO in the town of NAXXAR, an outstanding example of a Maltese stately home,with its carved Lombardy furniture,stucco friezes, painted ceilings and Carrara marble which are remarkable.We then drive to a nearby boutique winery for a WINE TASTING followed by a tour of the silent town of MDINA, one of the world’s finest examples of a medieval city that is still inhabited. A time capsule of medieval palazzi and a world unto itself.The Romans called their town Melita, the Arabs Medina and in the early days of the Knights it was known as Citta’ Nobile.After an included foodie experience with local pastry “PASTIZZI pastry”,you’ll have the rest of the day at leisure to get the best of this magical town.Your tour concludes with a scenic drive along the DINGLI CLIFFS. Spend the last night of your Maltese experience at the central “THE XARA PALACE” or similar.Overnight stay in MDINA
DAY 7: SAHHA MALTA
Included airport transfer to Malta airport.Combine our Malta small group tour with our flagship Small Group Tour to SICILY
The Republic of Malta is located in the center of the Mediterranean Sea. The archipelago is formed of two main islands, Malta and Gozo, as well as Comino, are the only inhabited islands, and some smaller uninhabited islands named Cominotto, Filfla and St.Paul. Thanks to its position, Malta has represented a bridge between Africa and Europe since ancient