Escorted Tours

Malta & Gozo From €1,199 Per Person

€1,199

Per Person

Overview

Join us and discover Malt’s magical blend of culture, cuisine, language, and landscape on this 7-night group holiday. With its stunning coastline and sunny climate, it’s no wonder Malta is a favourite destination for holidaymakers. But beyond beautiful beaches, Malta’s colourful history and influences from its Mediterranean neighbours have resulted in a treasure trove of historic sites. We’ll explore all of these and more with excursions to the fascinating capital Valletta, medieval Mdina, the Three Cities, and the bearby island of Gozo. On guided day trips, we’ll marvel at the beautiful ‘Inland Sea’ at Dwejra, the Citadel in Victoria, and the prehistoric Gantija Temples. You’ll also have plenty of free time to relax beside the crystal blue waters, sample local delicacies, or discover more of what interests you with recommendations from your guide.

 

Available Dates

(Departing From Dublin & Shannon)

23rd April 2025 (Departing From Dublin – Maritim Antonine Hotel & Spa Malta – B&B).

11th June 2025 (Departing From Dublin – Maritim Antonine Hotel & Spa Malta – B&B).

22nd June 2025 (Departing From Dublin – Maritim Antonine Hotel & Spa Malta – B&B).

3rd September 2025 (Departing From Dublin – Maritim Antonine Hotel & Spa Malta – B&B).

28th September 2025 (Departing From Dublin – Maritim Antonine Hotel & Spa Malta – B&B).

28th September 2025 (Departing From Shannon – Maritim Antonine Hotel & Spa Malta – B&B).

7th October 2025 (Departing From Dublin – Maritim Antonine Hotel & Spa Malta – B&B).

21st October 2025 (Departing From Dublin – Maritim Antonine Hotel & Spa Malta – B&B).

4th November 2025 (Departing From Dublin – Maritim Antonine Hotel & Spa Malta – B&B).

Itinerary

Day 1 (Travel To Croatia):

On arrival in Malta, we meet with our local guide before transferring to our hotel.

Breakfast is included for reach day of stay in Malta, it may be possible to upgrade to half board at a supplement.

Day 2 (At Leisure):

We have a full day free to explore our surroundings and relax at our hotel. Our local representative will be pleased to offer recommendations for sightseeing, shopping, and entertainment options in the area.

Day 3 (Valletta):

We set off with our expert local guide to discover some of the highlights of Malta’s vibrant capital city, Valletta. our half day guided tour begins at the Upper Barracca Gardens, where we experience our first breath taking views of the Grand Harbour. Next, we visit St John’s Co-Cathedral and uncover incomparable treasures, including its beautiful marble inlaid floor, Flemish tapestries and, not least, the Caravaggio masterpiece which can be viewed in the Oratory.

Our guided tour continues as we walk past the famous Grand Masters’ Palace and St. George’s Square, before stopping at the Malta Experience where we enjoy the audio visual show that depicts Malta throughout the ages.

Enjoy free time for lunch which is not included.

After lunch there will be free time to explore independently or do a spot of shopping.

Our evening is at leisure, to relax and take in the Mediterranean atmosphere.

Day 4 (Gozo):

Today, let’s see more, on a full day guided tour to the island of Gozo. After a short ferry crossing, we fall in love with Mgarr harbour as we take some photos of the colourful boats resting on its blue waters. We continue to the Megalithic temples of Ggantija, the oldest free-standing monuments in the world. Next, we uncover Gozo’s medieval capital Victoria, followed by the fjord-like bay at Xlendi and the inland sea at Swejra.

We enjoy lunch which is included at a local restaurant, followed by free time to shop for local crafts, including handmade lace and knitted garments, or sit at a pavement cafe and soak up Gozo’s serene atmosphere.

Later in the afternoon we transfer back to our hotel, where the rest of our evening is at leisure.

Day 5 (At Leisure):

Today we can indulge in a lazy day and a stroll by the sea, or perhaps consider some additional sightseeing, which can be arranged through our local representative.

Day 6 (Mdina):

Today we set off for a full day excursion to the fortified city of Mdina. On our way we stop to take in the beauty of Mosta, home to one of Europe’s largest and most impressive domes.

We then continue to the cliffs at Dingli where we enjoy panaoramic views. Next we stop at the Christian catacombs of St Paul in Rabat where we explore this archaeological site with its extensive system of underground galleries and tombs.

Lunch is included today at a local restaurant.

Following lunch we visit the city of Mdina, in the central part of Malta. Known as the Silent City, due to its massive medieval walls and shady streets, it is rich in architecture and atmosphere. Here we will have some free time to explore the streets and gardens of Mdina.

After a fascinating day of sightseeing, we transfer back to our hotel for a restful evening.

Day 7 (The Three Cities):

Let’s see more of Malta, as we set off for the Grand Harbour area where we’ll get our first glance at Vittoriosa, Cospicua, and Senglea, known as the Three Cities.

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for our walking tour of Vittoriosa. Our expert guide will take us through the narrow, perfectly preserved streets, along the Fort St Angelo, and out to the Vittoriosa waterfront.

We experience a traditional barnour boat cruise on a ”Dghajsa”. With cameras ready, we can create everlasting memories from wonderful sights as we cruise past the colourful harbour creeks.

After our boat tour, we visit Senglea Garden, situated at the tip of the peninsula. From this point we enjoy picturesque views of the Grand Harbour, an unmissable experience.

In the afternoon there will be free time in the bustling seaside town of Sliema, to explore its seafront promenade, cades, and shops, before transferring back to our hotel.

Let’s enjoy our final evening in the company of new friends, and reflect on our memorable holiday in Malta and Gozo.

Day 8 (Return Home):

Today, we bid a fond farewell to Malta as we transfer to the airport for our homeward flight.

Includes

What’s Included:

Flights & Accommodation

Transfers

Fully Guided

B&B

Half Board

All prices are subject to availability at the time of booking.