Panoramic Tour of Malta and Golden Bay

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8 hours (approx.)

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Your tour representative will be waiting at the port to escort you by coach to the beautiful fishing village of Marsaxlokk. The waterfront here is lined with traditional fishing boats known as 'luzzus' and are brightly painted in red, blue and yellow adding vibrancy to this peaceful bay. Marsaxlokk was the port used when the first Turkish landings took place during the Great Siege of 1565.

There will be free time here to take a leisurely stroll or to browse the local market stalls.

Your tour then continues by coach to the western coast of Malta to visit Wied iz-Zurrieq. From here you will board a boat to visit the Blue Grotto, a deep sea cave where the waters are renowned for being so pure and beautiful. The Blue Grotto area is steep and precipitous, but in places there are gaps in the cliffs that slope down to sea level.

One of these gaps (small fjord) is Wied iz-Zurrieq, this narrow arm of the sea is an anchorage for boats in calm weather. The boats at Wied iz-Zurrieq were, and still are, used for fishing. Many of the fishermen today also use their boats to take visitors to see the deep sea cave - the boat fee is paid locally on the day.

Travel onwards to enjoy a scenic journey by coach heading to the north of the island and passing by Sliema promenade, St. Julian's and the beautiful Coast Road.

You will then arrive at Golden Bay in Mellieha, one of the best beaches on the island. Here you will have lots of free time for taking lunch, as well as leisure opportunities to enjoy the beautiful beach.

Your tour concludes with a scenic coach ride back to the port.

Please note:
Churches and cathedrals are closed to tourists on Saturday afternoons and Sundays. Therefore the order of itineraries may change according to the days of the week selecting. The Cathedrals are also closed on Mondays and Thursday. The order of the site visits can be changed at the discretion of the guide and subject to entrance timings.

All Heritage Malta Sites (most museums and sites) are closed on the following days: 24,25 and 31 December, 1 January and Good Friday.

What's Included

Air conditioned transportation
English speaking professional guide
Village of Marsaxlokk visit
Free time at Marsaxlokk
Wied iz-Zurrieq visit
Golden Bay at Mellieha visit
Free time in Golden Bay - optional beach time
Scenic views

Considerations

Refreshments are not included.
Boat ride is not included, 12 euro's to be paid locally
Bring cash/local currency for any additional purchases on the day.
Gratuities/Tips are not included in your tour, if you would like to leave a tip, please bring cash.

Special Instructions

There are opportunities to souvenir shop in the various villages, ask your guide on the day for advice on where to shop.
Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.
Bring everything you need for a full-day of touring - sunglasses, sunhat, sunscreen, water bottle and camera.
If you plan enjoy beach time, bring your swimwear, beach towel and a change of clothes.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup and Dropoff at the Cruise Port Included.

Tour Times: 9:00 AM

Hassle-free

Cancellation

8 hours (approx.)

Private Tour

Strenuous

Panoramic Tour of Malta and Golden Bay

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What's Included

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Meeting and Pickup

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