Birgu, Grand Harbour & Valletta Small Group Tour - Max. 6 Guests

5.0(2)5 hr 30 minEnglishBook 8 hours aheadMellieha, Malta

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$143

Enjoy a premium semi-private Malta tour with a licensed guide and chauffeur-driven transport. Attraction tickets, ferry fare and a local food tasting are all included.

Begin in the historic Three Cities, where the Knights of St. John settled in 1530. Explore the atmospheric streets of Birgu (Vittoriosa) and discover its role during the Great Siege of 1565.

Cross the magnificent Grand Harbour by ferry to Valletta, enjoying spectacular views of the fortified cities. Explore Valletta’s historic streets, impressive squares and beautiful viewpoints as your guide brings its history to life, stopping at a local café to taste traditional Maltese ftira.

Finally, step inside St. John’s Co-Cathedral, renowned for its richly decorated Baroque interior, marble tombstones and exceptional works by Caravaggio.

With a maximum of just six guests, enjoy a more personal and relaxed way to discover the fascinating history and legacy of the Knights of St. John.

Included

Barraka Panoramic Lift (elevator) from sea level to upper Valletta
Grand Harbour Ferry
Ftira Tasting - traditional sandwich
Chauffeur-driven transport
St. John's Co-Cathedral
Led by expert Licensed Tour Guide

Not included

TIPS/Gratuities

What you'll do

Valletta
Valletta, Malta
Picks up from Valletta and Floriana - 45 minutes before tour start time
15 min
Sliema
Sliema, Malta
Pickups from Gzira and Sliema - 30 minutes before tour start time
15 min
Saint Julian's
Saint Julian's, Malta
Pickups from the St. Julian's area - 15 minutes before tour start time
15 min
Cospicua (Bormla)
Cospicua (Bormla), Malta
Drive to the southern harbour area and Three Cities and admire the beautiful Cospicua waterfront and the monumental view of Valletta's cityscape across the harbour
30 min
Birgu (Vittoriosa)
Birgu (Vittoriosa), Malta
We begin with a walking tour of Birgu, the historic city first occupied by the Knights of St. John. Admire the stunning views over the harbour and the Three Cities.
1 hour
Grand Harbour
Valletta, Malta
A scenic ferry ride across the Grand Harbour offers beautiful views of the surrounding Three Cities, Valletta and the historic waterfront.
15 minAdmission included
Barrakka Lift
Xatt Lascaris, Upper Barrakka Gardens, Valletta, Malta
On arrival on the Valletta waterfront we take the elevator to upper Valletta for the start of our Valletta tour, from Upper Barrakka Gardens
5 minAdmission included
Upper Barrakka Gardens
Battery Street, Valletta, Malta
The Upper Barrakka Gardens offer spectacular panoramic views across Malta’s Grand Harbour and the historic Three Cities.
10 min
Ftira tasting - A traditional Maltese sandwich made with crusty ftira bread, typ
ically filled with tomatoes, tuna, olives, capers and Mediterranean flavours.
10 min
Republic Street
Valletta, Malta
Continue with your walking tour via Castille Place, Merchants Street, Republic Street and our guide will point important landmarks
1 hour
St. John’s Co-Cathedral is a magnificent Baroque masterpiece, renowned for its r
ichly decorated interior and exceptional works by Caravaggio.
45 minAdmission included
Your Valletta walking tour comes to an end in the beautiful square which is home
to the Grand Masters Palace
5 min
Valletta
Valletta, Malta
Drop offs in Valletta and Floriana - 15 minutes after tour ends
15 min
Sliema
Sliema, Malta
Drop offs in Gzira and Sliema area - 30 minutes after the tour ends
15 min
Saint Julian's
Saint Julian's, Malta
Drop offs in St. Julian's area - 45 minutes after the tour ends
15 min

Meeting and pickup

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Pickup details

For hotel pickups - Due to limited stopping and waiting in front of hotels, you must wait on the pavement in front of the hotel. Do not wait inside the hotel.

The guide/driver will be holding a Malta Tour Guide sign.

Meeting points26

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ME Malta
Triq Gort, Saint Julian's, Malta
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Hotel Kennedy Nova
116, The Strand, Il Gzira, Malta
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Tritoni Boutique Hotel
33, Triq Vincenzo Dimech, Floriana, Malta
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Carlton Hotel
261 Tower Road, Sliema, Malta
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AX The Victoria Hotel
Gorg Borg Olivier Street, Sliema, Malta
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Hyatt Regency Malta
77, Triq Sqaq Lourdes, St.george's Bay, Saint Julian's, Malta
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Hard Rock Hotel Malta
Triq Profs. W. Ganado, St. George's Bay, Saint Julian's, Malta
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AX The Palace
High Street, Sliema, Malta
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Grand Hotel Excelsior
Great Siege Road, Floriana, Malta
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Land's End Boutique Hotel
42 Tigne Seafront, Sliema, Malta
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Bayview Hotel & Spa by ST Hotels
143, Triq Ix Xatt, Sliema, Malta
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Verdi St George's Bay Marina
Ix-Xatt Ta' San Gorg, Saint Julian's, Malta
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Radisson Blu Resort, Malta St. Julian's
St George's Bay, Saint Julian's, Malta
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Corinthia St George's Bay
St. Georges Bay, St Julians, Saint Julian's, Malta
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Intercontinental Malta By IHG
St. George's Bay, Saint Julian's, Malta
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Hilton Malta
Vjal Portomaso, Saint Julian's, Malta
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The Waterfront Hotel
Triq Ix - Xatt, Sliema, Malta
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Hyatt Centric Malta
Triq Santu Wistin, Saint Julian's, Malta
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The Westin Dragonara Resort, Malta
Dragonara Road, Saint Julian's, Malta
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1926 Le Soleil Hotel & Spa
Thornton Street, Sliema, Malta
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The Diplomat Hotel Malta
173 Tower Road, Sliema, Malta
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Barcelo Fortina Malta
Tigne Seafront, Sliema, Malta
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Verdi Gzira Promenade
113, The Strand, Il Gzira, Malta
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Courtyard by Marriott Sliema
L Graham, Sliema, Malta
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Hotel Juliani
25 St George's Rd, Saint Julian's, Malta
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The Phoenicia Malta
The Mall, Floriana, Malta
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End point

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The FTIRA tasting is an authentic Maltese food experience. To preserve its traditional character, alternative options or substitutions cannot be provided.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.