Mdina and Highlights of Malta Full Day Guided Tour Incl. Lunch and Transfers
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
This tour is ideal for those guests who want to visit and experience some of Malta’s most interesting highlights in just one day. Carefully designed to make your day truly memorable, you start by visiting the ancient Medieval city of Mdina. Other attractions visited during this tour include a visit to the nearby village of Rabat, the Catacombs dedicated to St. Cataldus (a site which represents some of the earliest archaeological evidence of Christianity In Malta), The Rotunda of Mosta (which houses the third largest unsupported dome in the world), Dingli Cliffs (at around 253 metres above sea-level, these cliffs represent the highest point of the Maltese islands), the gorgeous Botanical Gardens of San Anton and the Ta’ Qali Artisan Village, where you will be able to admire the local craftsmen and learn about the ancient technique of glassblowing.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The time shown on the website or on your ticket is the approximate start time of the activity and not the time when you will be picked up from your hotel (or closest meeting point). At least a few days before the date of your activity, you need to make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pick-up location and pick-up time. Your pick-up time can be anytime between 8:30 AM and 9:15 AM, depending on where you are staying.
The tour will be guided in the language you have booked, however please note that at times, depending on operational circumstances, the commentary might be provided by a multilingual guide (limited to a maximum of 2 languages).
The tour in Polish will be conducted by either a Polish-speaking guide (subject to availability) or an English-speaking guide together with a native Polish host serving as a translator.
The tour in Spanish will be conducted by either a Spanish-speaking guide (subject to availability) or an English-speaking guide together with a Spanish-speaking host serving as a translator.
The provider reserves the right to change the order of the visits without any prior notice.
Pets, luggage, and large suitcases are not allowed during the tour.
Any personal belongings, including backpacks or rucksacks, must be carried with you at all times and may not be left unattended on the coach or bus.
Infant and child seats are not provided; however, all passengers, including infants and children, will have a seat on the bus or coach.
Not recommended for travellers with mobility impairments
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Mdina
You start by visiting the ancient Medieval city of Mdina, renowned for its opulent palaces & fortifications, medieval & baroque architecture, and ancient heritage, this majestic city; also known as Città Vecchia (The Old City) or Città Notabile (The Noble City) is unquestionably one of the island's most evocative destinations. Serving as the island's capital city from antiquity till the medieval period, Mdina is truly an enchanting city! a stroll through its narrow streets, which have not changed much in the last 1000 years, is a must for anyone visiting the Maltese islands. It is undoubtedly one of Europe’s finest examples of an ancient walled/fortified city, explore this historic city with an experienced local guide and delve into the rich past of the city as you explore its medieval streets. Take a journey back in time admiring the magnificent palazzos & churches in the city’s unique mix of medieval & baroque styles, as well as the spectacular panoramas from the high bastion walls.
Rabat
Leaving Mdina through the ‘Greeks Gate’ you will proceed on foot towards the neighbouring town of Rabat, here, we will wind our way through the old quarter and enjoy the Maltese vernacular architecture.
What‘s Included
Admission ticket to the Rotunda of Mosta (The Sanctuary Basilica of the Assumption of Our Lady)
All transportation during the tour in an airconditioned coach or bus
Admission to the St. Cataldus Catacombs
Lunch (fixed menu) including a glass of wine
Pick-up and drop-off transfers (choose your preferred location from one of our meeting points)
Licenced tour guide
Any extra drinks consumed during lunch (apart from a glass of wine no other drinks are included)
Gratuities (optional)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
With Polish-Speaking Guide
The tour is done with either a Polish-speaking guide or with an English-speaking guide together with a native Polish translator. Meeting Point/Pick-Up Time: Make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pickup location (meeting point) and pickup time. Pickup included
With Spanish-Speaking Guide
The tour is done with a Spanish-speaking guide or with an English-speaking guide together with a Spanish-speaking translator. Meeting Point/Pick-Up Time: Make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pickup location (meeting point) and pickup time. Pickup included
With English-Speaking Guide
Meeting Point/Pick-Up Time: Make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pickup location (meeting point) and pickup time. Pickup included
With French-Speaking Guide
Meeting Point/Pick-Up Time: Make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pickup location (meeting point) and pickup time. Pickup included
With Italian-Speaking Guide
Meeting Point/Pick-Up Time: Make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pickup location (meeting point) and pickup time. Pickup included
With German-Speaking Guide
Meeting Point/Pick-Up Time: Make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pickup location (meeting point) and pickup time. Pickup included
Reviews
329 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good tour of Medina, Rabat and more.
Carol S,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Good tour of several places I wanted to get to. Lunch is ok, but they do give you plenty of red or white wine. Tour guide was very knowledgeable.
Very thorough. Good way...
John T,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very thorough. Good way to learn all about Malta. Our guide was Maltese and liked sharing his knowledge.
Memorale day in Malta
Deirdre M,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Good tour to see things you would not see if you just stayed around Valetta and much easier than trying to drive around yourself by car. Our guide Danielle was fantastic, very informative, safety conscious for all her customers on the roads etc. Very pleasant and helpful. Sights were interesting especially the time in Mdina. Lunch was simple but nice and an opportunity to talk to fellow travellers. Overall a lovely trip
A whole day trip
92arlened,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00A perfect tour to know about histories of Malta. What to visit and see in the island is in this package tour. Elizabeth is good with the information that made the tour convinient.
Tour very well...
Pietro C,May 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very well organized tour, we visited six of the main historical sites of the island of Malta. Altea, our Maltese guide who speaks excellent Italian, is very knowledgeable and was very nice. Recommended tour.
Malta in a day
Geraldine B,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day of history from our guide John. A very passionate local. He answered questions and gave a continuous commentary.
The City and The Suburb Tour
Kathy M,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Such an interesting tour. Elizabeth was an excellent guide; it was a very informative and enjoyable day.
Awesome Tour for Malta Newbies
Judy H,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is an awesome tour for Malta newbies. The itinerary hit all the must sees and our tour guide, Althea was very knowledgeable in Malta history. She made each stop fun and even more memorable.
Excellent trip especially if you love local history
dellah2014,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour with Elizabeth English speaking guide, full enjoyable tour to Medina, Rabat, Tasks Qali craft centre, Presidential botanical gardens, cliffs in Dingli and Mosta. Elizabeth very knowledgeable and gave a full history of each location - a first class trip
Everything you need to know outside Valetta
Freedom729500,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you want to see more of the main island than the region around Valetta.
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