Explore the Maltese Islands!

Malta is in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea. It has a rich history that goes back to ancient times. You can see traces of the Knights of St. John, the British period, and many legends that make Malta fascinating. Below are some Malta tours that show you the main sights of Malta and the nearby island of Gozo.

1. Dark Side of Valletta

Valletta is Malta’s capital. It is known for baroque buildings and strong fortifications. At night, Valletta feels mysterious. On the Dark Side of Valletta tour, you walk through lit streets and hear ghost stories. You may see the haunted house of St. Ursula or learn about a ghost in St. John’s Co-Cathedral. After the tour, explore Valletta’s night scene on your own.

2. Rabat Mdina Half Day

This half-day tour starts at San Anton Palace in Attard. This palace was once a country house for a Knight of St. John. Now it is the President’s home. The palace is surrounded by San Anton Gardens, open to the public. Next, you visit Rabat, known for St. Paul’s catacombs from Roman times. Legend says the Apostle Paul stayed here after his shipwreck in 60 AD. Then you visit Mdina, also called the “Silent City.” It is an old, walled town with a timeless atmosphere. Mdina is on the UNESCO Tentative List.

3. Vintage Bus Tour to Vittoriosa, Cospicua & Senglea

These three cities are some of the oldest parts of Malta. You ride in a wooden bus from 1921 through Cospicua and see the impressive walls. In Vittoriosa, you can view the historic waterfront and the old palace of the galley commander. Then you see Senglea, which is linked to Cospicua by a bridge. The driver gives an English commentary on the Great Sieges of 1565 and 1942.

4. The Second World War in Malta & Its British History (1798–1979)

This tour focuses on Malta’s British era and its role in World War II. In Vittoriosa, you see fortifications first built by the Knights and later used by the British. You also go down into underground bomb shelters, where people hid during heavy raids. Then you travel to Valletta and visit the Upper Barrakka Gardens. They offer a panoramic view of the Grand Harbour. You also pass the palace used by Napoleon and see the ruins of the Royal Opera House.

5. A Visit to Gozo – The Greener Island

Gozo is calmer and greener than Malta. You start at the Ggantija Temples, which are older than the pyramids of Egypt. They are over 5,550 years old. Then you go to Marsalforn and board a trackless train. You see salt pans, the Salvatur statue, and scenic bays. Later, you visit a crafts center for local food and Maltese items like lace and marble. After that, you head to Dwejra Bay and then Victoria, the capital of Gozo. In the center of Victoria lies the Cittadella, also called “Il Castello.” It dates back to the Bronze Age. Later, the Phoenicians and Romans expanded it. You end the day with dinner in Rabat.

6. Full Day Tour of Malta

This tour starts in Mosta, where you visit the famous Rotunda Church (Mosta Dome). During World War II, a bomb fell into the church but did not explode. It saved more than 300 people. Next, you go to Ta’Qali to see local artisans make glass and filigree jewellery. Then you visit Mdina, the old capital, also called the “Silent City.” Walk its narrow streets, see old buildings, and enjoy views from the high walls. The tour ends in Valletta. There, you walk through busy streets to the Barrakka Gardens for a breathtaking view of the Grand Harbour. You also visit St. John’s Co-Cathedral to see Caravaggio’s masterpiece, The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist. If you want to join these tours, book them here!

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