Valletta, Mdina and Three Cities 3-Day Guided Tour
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3 days
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Discover Malta’s rich history on this 3-day guided tour to Valletta, Mdina and the Three Cities.
Day 1: Valletta
Explore Malta’s capital, built by the Knights of St. John in 1566. Enjoy panoramic views of the Grand Harbour from Upper Barrakka Gardens, visit St. John’s Co-Cathedral with its Caravaggio masterpieces, and stroll through Republic Street and St. George’s Square. Complete your visit with the Malta Experience or Malta 5D audiovisual show.
Day 2: Mdina
Visit Malta’s former capital, the “Silent City”, renowned for its medieval streets and stunning views. Continue to Rabat, Dingli Cliffs, San Anton Gardens, Ta’ Qali Crafts Village, and Mosta, home to one of Europe’s largest domes.
Day 3: Three Cities
Discover Vittoriosa and Senglea, where the Knights first settled in Malta. Walk through historic streets, enjoy a traditional harbour boat tour through the creeks of Grand Harbour, and admire spectacular views of the Grand Harbour and Fort St. Angelo.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Valletta (UNESCO) guided tour, St. John's Co-Catedral entrance, and the Malta Experience/Malta 5D show guided tour
Upper Barrakka Gardens
We first enjoy a breathtaking view of the Grand Harbour from the Upper Barrakka Gardens.
St. John's Co-Cathedral
Then we visit St. John’s Co-Cathedral, including the Caravaggio masterpieces in the Oratory, the Flemish tapestries and the church museum. The Co-Cathedral houses one of the most beautiful marble inlaid floors in the world.
The Malta Experience
Watch an audiovisual show where Malta’s history throughout the centuries is brought back to life. On Mondays the audiovisual show will be shown at the Malta Experience and on Wednesdays it will be at the Malta 5D cinema.
Mdina, Rabat, Dingli cliffs, San Anton gardens, Ta' Qali & Mosta guided tour
Mdina Old City
Your guide will lead you through the medieval fortified city of Mdina, Malta’s former capital city. The narrow, winding streets, dating back to medieval times, lead to the imposing bastions, commanding a magnificent panorama of the island. On the way there, you will discover different styles of architecture, including Siculo-Norman palaces and other baroque buildings of great historical importance. Time stands still in this ‘Silent City’ which is a film-maker’s paradise.
St. Cataldus Catacombs
Visit the early Christian catacombs in Rabat with your guide
Dingli Cliffs
You will visit this location with your guide for a photo stop
San Anton Gardens
You will visit this location with your guide
Ta' Qali
You will visit Ta' Qali Artisan Village in Attard with your guide
Mosta Rotunda
You will visit Mosta’s majestic dome, one of Europe’s largest, with your guide.
Three Cities guided tour including harbour boat tour
Vittoriosa Waterfront - Birgu Waterfront
Guided walk through the narrow streets of Vittoriosa in the shade of historic buildings, including the first auberges of the various langues of the Order. At the Vittoriosa waterfront we take a typical harbour boat (dghajsa) for a tour of the colourful harbour creeks.
Gardjola Gardens
From the Senglea Garden, situated at the tip of the peninsula, enjoy a stunning 360° view of the Grand Harbour, including the impressive Fort Sant Angelo from where Grand Master La Valette led the defence of the island during the Great Siege of 1565.
What‘s Included
Entrance fee to Mosta Church
Half-day tour of of Vittoriosa and Senglea in the Three Cities (Wednesday or Saturday, for 4 hours)
Visit to Senglea Garden
Visit to St. George’s Square in Valletta
Entrance fee to St. John’s Co-Cathedral in Valletta
Walk past the Grand Masters’ Palace in Valletta
Audiovisual show in Valletta at the Malta Experience (Monday 45 min) or Malta 5D (Wednesday 20 min)
3-Day guided tour
Walking tour of Mdina
Walking tour of Vittoriosa
Visit to Upper Barrakka Gardens in Valletta
Half-day tour of Valletta (Monday or Wednesday, for 5 hours)
3-course lunch including a glass of wine (on Mdina full full-day tour)
Visit to Dingli Cliffs
Visit to San Anton gardens
Harbour boat tour of Grand Harbour creeks
Round-trip air-conditioned transport from/to major hotels or pick up points
Visit to Ta' Qali crafts centre
Full-day tour of Mdina, Rabat, Dingli Cliffs, San Anton Gardens, Ta' Qali & Mosta (Tue/Fri 8 hours)
Entrance fee to Christian Catacombs in Rabat
Accommodation
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
Fri (Md) Sat (3Cit) Mon (Val)
Fri (Md) Sat (3Cit) Mon (Val): Start Friday (Mdina), Saturday (3 Cities), Monday (Valletta) Pickup included
Mon (Val) Tue (Mdn) Wed (3 Ci)
Mon (Val) Tue (Mdn) Wed (3 Ci): Start Monday (Valletta), Tuesday (Mdina), Wednesday (3 Cities) Pickup included
Tue (Md) Wed (Val) Sat (3Cit)
Tue (Md) Wed (Val) Sat (3Cit): Start Tuesday (Mdina), Wednesday (Valletta), Saturday (3 Cities) Pickup included
Wed (Val) Fri (Md) Sat (3Cit)
Wed (Val) Fri (Md) Sat (3Cit): Start Wednesday (Valletta), Friday (Mdina), Saturday (3 Cities) Pickup included
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