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VALLETTA,
CITY OF THE KNIGHTS (HALF DAY - Monday): The
tour commences with a drive to the capital city Valletta. We then walk
to the Upper Barracca Gardens for a panoramic view of the Grand
Harbor. Then on to St. John's Co-Cathedral, Malta's greatest treasure,
including the famous painting by Caravaggio. Finally we proceed to the
Grand Master's Palace which houses Parliament and the offices of the
President of Malta. In this building we visit the State Rooms,
Tapestry Chamber and Armory. Conclude your tour with the
exciting "Malta Experience" multi-vision presentation.
Half day - $55.00
THE THREE CITIES (HALF DAY -
Saturday): The Three Cities tour commences with a drive through
Senglea, then to Cospicua and finally up to Vittoriosa. The city of
Vittoriosa, known by the Maltese as Birgu, retains many interesting
buildings including the early Auberges of the Knights, their hospital,
the Armory, the Treasury and palaces connected with the Order's
administration. Your tour is conducted on a vintage bus.
Half day - $47.50
BLUE GROTTO - Friday: Visit
the southern fishing villages of Marsaxlokk & Birzebbuga.
Then, weather permitting, we take a boat from Wied iz-Zurrieq to the
picturesque Blue Grotto with its stalactites and colorful underwater
flora (boat fare not included/payable locally).
Full day - $45.00
GOZO - Thursday & Saturday:
A full day tour to Malta's sister Island Gozo, getting there by means
of a 20 minute ferry crossing. This full day includes a visit to
Ggantija Prehistoric Temples, The Citadel in Victoria, Xlendi Bay and
Calypso's Cave. Lunch is included, as well as time for shopping,
browsing through hand-made lace and woolen goods. An optional visit to
the Gozo Heritage, can be included.
Full day - $59.00
MDINA - RABAT - Tuesday: Our
tour starts with a visit to the "silent city" of Mdina, with
its defense bastions dating back to the 9th Century. We walk through
the town visiting St. Paul's Cathedral and then to the bastions for a
panoramic view of the island. Then walk to Rabat to visit the St.
Catald's Catacombs, an underground burial place used by the early
Christians. We also stop to see the local handiwork for which the
village of Rabat is renowned. Then on to Ta' Qali Crafts
Village, Mosta Cathedral and San Anton Botanical Gardens.
Full day - $42.50
RINELLA MOVIE PARK: Located at
the world famous Mediterranean Film Studio, two of the largest water
tanks for film making have played host to some of the most spectacular
movies of our times. Now you can experience the mysterious past and
dynamic present of the film studios by way of the one and only studio
tour on the islands. Rinella Movie Park is the land of make
believe.
Half day - $25.00
SCHOONER - Daily:
An up market cruise with free flowing beer, mineral water and wine.
This trip differs from other cruises as it being a schooner, the
maximum comfort can be given to our clients making this day spent in
some of Malta's most scenic bays thoroughly enjoyable. $70.00
SICILY - Thursday: On arrival
in Pozzalo by fast Catamaran; we pass through the main street of
Catania and on to Mount Etna. Then on to Taormina where
time for shopping will be given.
Full day - $195.00
MALTESE FOLKLORE EVENING -
Tuesday: Visit an old converted farmhouse and enjoy typical
Maltese food and wine while being entertained with Maltese folk music
and dance. $55.00
WINE TASTING: Half day tour of
one of the finest wineries in Malta. A variety of wines offered,
accompanied with light Maltese snacks. Continue to a local
fishing village.
Half day - $40.00
PLEASE NOTE: All
price quotes are in $USD. Tours are subject to availability.
Children's rates are available upon request. Other seasonal
tours are also available upon request. Should a tour be
inoperable due to inclement weather, the price of the tour will be
refunded upon your return.
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