Port of call: Valletta Malta
VALLETTA & MDINA - Full description
CODE: MT02 | VALLETTA & MDINA HD |
DURATION | 4 Hrs Approx |
TRANSPORT | DELUXE COACH |
GUIDE | INCLUDED |
ENTRANCE FEE | INCLUDED |
MEAL | EXCLUDED |
NOTES |
Valletta
Guests will be met by their guide at the landing pier and board a deluxe a/c coach, which will drive them through the imposing stone bastions of
the city of Valletta, home of the knights of St. John for as long as II centuries, scene of the great siege of 1565 and today the island's capital.
The Barracca Gardens
Upon arrival at the Upper Barracca Gardens guests will be able to admire the breathtaking view of the Grand harbour,
one of the greatest natural harbours in Europe, and the magnificent facade of the Auberge de castille (now prime minister's office),
as well as the villages of Sanglea, Cospicua and Vittoriosa.
St.Jones Cathedral & Magisterial Palace
Visit the impressive Co-Cathedral of St.John's, the Conventual Church of the Knights of Malta, including the Caravaggio's masterpiece
The Beheading of St. John, walk to the Magisterial Palace to see the Tapestry Chamber and the State Rooms.
Mdina
On completion of the visit of the Cathedral, the tour will proceed to Mdina village, also known as the silent city,
where guests will experience an exciting walk along the picturesque streets of this Medieval town, and will be visiting the Old Cathedral,
with its astonishing painted ceiling depicting scenes from the life of Saint Paul, and Ramparts, dating back to the 9th century.
On completion of the visit at Mdina, guests will re-board their coaches for the ride back to the landing pier, accompanied by their guide.
Port of call: Valletta Malta
HIGHLIGHTS OF MALTA - Full description
CODE: MT02 | HIGHLIGHTS OF MALTA FD |
DURATION | 8 Hrs Approx |
TRANSPORT | A/C DELUXE COACH 53 SEATS |
GUIDE | INCLUDED |
ENTRANCE FEE | INCLUDED |
MEAL | >INCLUDED |
NOTES |
Valletta
Guests will be met by their guide at the landing pier and board a deluxe a/c coach, which will drive them through the imposing stone bastions of
the city of Valletta, home of the knights of St. John for as long as II centuries, scene of the great siege of 1565 and today the island's capital.
The Barracca Gardens
Upon arrival at the Upper Barracca Gardens guests will be able to admire the breathtaking view of the Grand harbour,
one of the greatest natural harbours in Europe, and the magnificent facade of the Auberge de castille (now prime minister's office),
as well as the villages of Sanglea, Cospicua and Vittoriosa.
St.Jones Cathedral & Magisterial Palace
Visit the impressive Co-Cathedral of St.John's, the Conventual Church of the Knights of Malta,
including the Caravaggio's masterpiece The Beheading of St. John, walk to the Magisterial Palace to see the Tapestry Chamber and the State Rooms.
Mdina
The tour proceeds by coach to Mdina village, also known as the silent city, where guests will experience an exciting walk along
the picturesque streets of this Medieval town, and will be visiting the Old Cathedral, with its astonishing painted ceiling
depicting scenes from the life of Saint Paul, and Ramparts, dating back to the 9th century.
Thereof a short drive will take guests to the locality named St. Julian, where they will be able to relax over a typically Maltese lunch, which will be served at a first class restaurant.
Mosta
After lunch guests will enjoy the drive to the village of Mosta, where they will enjoy the viewing of its famous Dome,
considered being one of the largest in Europe.
Senglea, Cospicua & Vittoriosa
Thereof the tour will proceed southwards towards the so known Three Cities: Sanglea, Cospicua & Vittoriosa.
Guests will be able to view the beautiful local Cathedral, dedicated to Our Lady of Victories.
They will get acquainted with the character of the Island, and in Vittoriosa, they will admire gorgeous Church of St.Lawrence
and view the auberges built during the time of the Knights. During the coach ride through these typical villages, a photo stop will be made.
On completion of this exciting tour, guests will re-board their coaches for the ride back to the landing pier, accompanied by their guide.