Highlights of Malta & Gozo

7 Days | Set your watch to island time for a Maltese adventure

4.6 out of 5 based on 44 reviews submitted.
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Malta may be one of the world’s smallest countries, but when it comes to ancient history, natural beauty and compelling culture, it’s in the big league. Uncover the highlights and hidden treasures of Malta and Gozo on a 7-day adventure with a leader to help you see the country through the eyes of a local. Discover what makes Valletta so special, go back in time at the Three Cities and explore the ancient site of Hagar Qim. Jump across to neighbouring Gozo and hike along the coastline, enjoy wine tasting at a local winery and discover its history. One thing’s for sure – this is a place worth raising a toast to.

Trip overview

Map of Highlights Of Malta & Gozo including Malta
Start
Sliema, Malta
Finish
Valetta, Malta
Theme
Explorer
Destinations
Malta
Physical rating
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Style
Original
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Trip code
ZLSM
This trip generates 33 kg of CO2-e per person per day.
We offset these emissions on your behalf. But we know that is not enough, so we also have a carbon reduction target.

Why you'll love this trip
  • Get to really know Valletta during a walking tour with a local guide, then join your leader for explorations of the historic districts, Senglea, Cospicua or Vittoriosa.
  • Experience Malta’s tangible history during a visit to the Hagar Qim archaeological site. Dating back as far as 3600 BC, this is one of the oldest religious sites in the world.
  • Meet a local family at the Xwejni Salt Pans, dating back to Roman times, and learn how they have been harvesting salt from here for more than 160 years.
  • Enjoy a wine tasting with delicious nibbles at a family-ran winery in Gozo, with the most incredible views, where the owners themselves will tell you all about the wine-making process.
  • Explore the fortified city of Victoria, Gozo’s capital, paying visits to the medieval citadel, the Gozo Museum of Archaeology, Gran Castello Historic House and Gozo Nature Museum.

Is this trip right for you?
  • On this trip you must pack as lightly as possible because you will be expected to carry your own bag and although you won't be required to walk long distances with your luggage (max 30 minutes), we strongly recommend keeping the weight under 15kg / 33lb. Most travellers carry their luggage in a backpack, although an overnight bag with a shoulder strap would suffice if you travel lightly. Smaller bags or backpacks with wheels are convenient although we recommend your bag has carry straps to accommodate the cobbled streets, uneven surfaces, stairs and steps you are likely to encounter while carrying your luggage. You'll also need a day pack/bag to carry water and a camera etc for day trips.

Itinerary

This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 January 2023 to 31 December 2024.

View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2025 - 31 December 2025

Map of Highlights Of Malta & Gozo including Malta

Inclusions

Meals

6 breakfasts, 1 lunch

Transport

Local bus, Ferry, Boat, Private vehicle

Accommodation

Hotel (6 nights)

Activities
  • Valletta - Visit to St John's Co-Cathedral
  • Valletta - City Walking Tour Leader led
  • Valletta - Traditional Maltese Pour-Over Coffee at Local Cafe
  • Marsaxlokk - Town & Harbour Visit
  • Malta - Island Highlights Tour
  • Mdina - Town Visit
  • Hagar Qim - Archaeological Site Visit
  • Mdina - Lunch at Local Restaurant
  • Malta - Blue Grotto boat trip
  • Gozo - Xlendi Coastal Cliff Hike
  • Gozo - Village Bakery Visit & Snack
  • Victoria - Citadel walking tour and museums visit
  • Gozo - Xwejni Salt Pans Visit
  • Gozo - Wied al-Ghasri Coastal Hike
  • Gozo - Local winery visit & wine tasting
Add on activities
  • Comino Island - Kayaking Excursion & Visit to Blue Lagoon - EUR47

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Important notes

1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. This trip starts with a welcome meeting at 6 pm on Day 1 in Valletta. This trip finishes on Day 7 upon arrival back to Valletta's portat around 1 pm. Please take this into consideration when booking your flights to and from Malta. We are happy to book additional accommodation before or after the trip for you, subject to availability.

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Reviews

4.6 out of 5 based on 44 reviews submitted.
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Kate · Traveled September 2024
Malta is a cool place to explore but I think there should be more time spent in Valletta and less time on Gozo Island. The last day of the itinerary was a completely free day but I think that to better connect with the culture in Malta, the free day in Gozo could’ve been scrapped for an extra day in Valletta. There’s also a lot of museums/historical site visits and they take up the first 2 and a half days which can be quite tiring so just read the itinerary properly!
Review submitted 14 Sep 2024

Tomislav · Traveled August 2024
Malta and gozo is a amazing place to visit it’s such great place for swimming and have some very interesting places to visit about the history about these 2 islands.the weather was amazing and really enjoyed doing day trips on most of boating tours my favourite place was the blue lagoon beach.i also liked the restaurants they could do gluten free meals the Maltese people were very helpful thank you!
Review submitted 29 Aug 2024

Tomislav · Traveled August 2024
I was amazed about going to Malta and gozo as I have never been there before it has really made me consider to visit it again!thanks intrepid
Review submitted 22 Aug 2024

Susan · Traveled July 2024
Malta is an incredible country with spectacular landscape and culture. This trip is just the right length with some great inclusions. Highly recommend!
Review submitted 10 Aug 2024

Bronwyn · Traveled June 2024
What a wonderful trip! The 7 days goes quickly, the Co-Cathedral is beautiful, the hike is easy and lovely (mostly flat, few rocks), and Gozo is lovely-the optional boat trip on the Friday is 50euro and worth it.
Review submitted 07 Jul 2024
Highlights of Malta & Gozo
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NZD $3,182