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Malta Discovery Private Tour

Discover the Maltese islands in a private tour, enriched by the visit of one of the littlest capital city of Europe Valletta, the Malta sister island, Gozo, and its ancient capital, Mdina. You will be surprised by the rich historical heritage, monuments, megalithic temples, baroque churches , local stories of such small island like Malta, a crossroad of civilization during the centuries.

__________________________________________________________________________ Itinerary :
Day 1 : Malta, Arrival



Arrival at Valletta airport/port .Private transfer to the Hotel .Check in. Free Dinner and Overnight. Day 2 : Valletta and Mdina
Breakfast in Hotel. Departure for a full day excursion to explore the two Maltese capitals during the centuries.. pick up at the Hotel's hall, accompanied by your private guide you will start to visit the capital city Valletta, during the tour you will visit the St. John's Cathedral within the masterpieces of Caravaggio, stop at the Barraca Gardens enjoying scenic views of Valletta harbour, the visit going on to the Grand Master's palace (from outside) which houses the Maltese Parliament. We will Stop then at a local cafe' in downtown where you will try the traditional maltese pastries, Pastizzi and Qassata . Free time for lunch and shopping. Transfer to the center of the island to visit the charming walled city of Mdina the ancient capitals of Malta under the Arab domination. The tour will include the stop at the St.Paul's Church ( entrance not included) and time for strolling in the narrow streets and enjoying panoramic views from the Mdina's Belvedere. Transfer and Overnight at Hotel.
Day 3 : Tree Cities, Marsaxlokk, Blue Grotto, Dingli Cliffs

The driver will wait you outside the Hotel to escort you by private car to the beautiful Cottonera Area, including the ancient cities of Senglea,Vittoriosa and Cospicua, the tour proceed to the fisherman's village of Marsaxlokk. The waterfront here is lined with traditional fishing boats known as ‘luzzus’ and are brightly painted in red, blue and yellow adding vibrancy to this peaceful bay. There will be free time here to take a leisurely stroll or to browse the local market stalls. Lunch in Marsaxlokk in a typical seafood restaurant. Your tour then continues to the western coast of Malta to visit Wied iz-Zurrieq. From here you will board a boat to visit the Blue Grotto, a deep sea cave wherethe waters are renowned for being so pure and beautiful.
The Blue Grotto area is steep and precipitous, but in places there are gaps in the cliffs that slope down to sea level. One of these gaps (small fjord) is Wied iz-Zurrieq, this narrow arm of the sea is an anchorage for boats in calm weather..Many of the fishermen today also use their boats to take visitors to see the Deep sea cave.(The boat fee is therefore paid locally) The tour then takes us on a scenic journey heading to the Dingli Cliffs passing by the maltese countryside. Your tour concludes with a scenic coach ride back to the Hotel through the beautiful coastal road. Overnight.
Day 4 : Gozo Island Private Tour

Breakfast in Hotel. Pick up at the Hotel's hall,( 8:30 - 9:00 AM ) and transfer to Cirkewwa Ferry Terminal. Accompanied by a private English-speaking driver you will reach the Island of Gozo after a 20-minute ferry crossing. From the ship you will go along the small island of Comino, before reaching the Gozitan port of Mgarr.From the port of Mgarr, travel to the Ġgantija MegalithicTemples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best preserved Megalithic Temple in Malta. In Gozo, we start a 5 hours tour including the Gozo's main attraction, namely Ta' Pinu, Dwejra Bay. Then we will take a short break at the picturesque Xlendi Bay, where you will have some free time to stroll or try some delicious seafood at one of the many seafront restaurant. In the afternoon we will take walking tour of Victoria, exploring its charming narrow streets, markets, and shops before walking up to the Citadel of Gozo, a medieval fortress overlooking the entire island. Marvel at the stunning views of the countryside and the surrounding villages, before catching your ferry back to Malta. Around 4.00 - 3.30 pm arrival to Malta and Transfer to the Hotel. Total duration of the tour 6-7 hours. Overnight. Day 5 : Departure

Breakfast in Hotel. Check out. Transfer to the Airport/Seaport . Possibility to extend your stay with extra nights in Malta.


__________________________________________________________________ What's Included :

4 nights Accommodation in double / twin room at 4* Hotel
Local guide for the hd tour on day 2 ( Valletta and Mdina )
Local guide for the tour on day 3
English speaking driver for the Gozo Tour
Daily Breakfast
Lunch in Marsaxlokk
Local pastries tasting
Private transfer on arrival and departure
Private transportation during the whole tour
Gozo Ferry Ticket
St. John's Cathedral entrance ticket

What's not Included :


Tips, Extras
All dinners
Local city tax
All what not mentioned in "what's included "
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Notes:
Comfortable shoes recommended
No Minimum number of participants
Private Tour
Semi escorted tour
Upgrade in a Valletta Hotel, on request