Excursion The best of malta tour at Valletta

Experience the fascinating history and cultural heritage of Malta during this comprehensive full-day sightseeing tour showcasing the island’s most celebrated landmarks.

Tarxien Neolithic Temples

Depart the pier and travel by coach for approximately 30-minutes to the remarkable Tarxien Temples, one of Malta’s most significant prehistoric sites dating back to 3600–2500 BC. During your guided visit, explore the intricate megalithic structures adorned with detailed carvings depicting animals, spirals, and ceremonial altars. Gain insight into the spiritual and daily lives of Malta’s earliest inhabitants while walking through this UNESCO-recognized archaeological complex.

Mdina & Palazzo Falson

Reboard your coach and continue to Mdina, Malta’s ancient capital and famously known as the “Silent City.” Enter the fortified medieval town and enjoy a guided stroll through its narrow, winding streets lined with elegant aristocratic residences and centuries-old architecture. Admire St. Paul’s Cathedral from the exterior before visiting Palazzo Falson, a beautifully preserved medieval mansion housing an impressive collection of antique furnishings, artworks, armor, and decorative objects.

Traditional Maltese Lunch

Following your visit to Mdina, relax and enjoy a leisurely three-course lunch at a local restaurant featuring regional specialties. Your meal includes shared starters, a main course, dessert, coffee, and beverages including wine and water.

Valletta & Upper Barracca Gardens

After lunch, travel to Valletta, Malta’s UNESCO-listed capital city. Walk to the Upper Barracca Gardens, one of the island’s most scenic viewpoints, offering sweeping panoramas over the Grand Harbour and the historic Three Cities.

Grand Master’s Palace

Continue with a guided visit to the Grand Master’s Palace, a historic symbol of Malta’s Knights of St. John and a center of political power for over four centuries. Inside the State Rooms, admire grand halls richly decorated with historic artwork and tapestries, including remarkable depictions of the Great Siege of 1565.

Following your visit, rejoin your coach for the return drive to the port.

Note

Please note: This tour involves extensive walking over approximately 2.5 miles (about 4 kilometres) on cobblestone, uneven, and hilly surfaces, with steps to negotiate at venues and when boarding the coach. Walking is at the discretion of each guest. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or wheelchair users. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe shoes is recommended. Guests must be at least six years old to participate. Tour sequence may vary.