Discover Malta + Tours
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Sunday 12 pm - 8:30 pm ET
Marvelous Malta
Spend 5, 6, or 7 nights unwinding on the island paradise that is Malta! Enjoy the amazing and rich history on the island, enchanting culture and of course, miles of beautiful coastline. See beautiful cities like Valletta, Mdina, Comino, and more from your stay in Qawra. Enjoy tours to Valletta and Gozo with this upgrade.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Malta (MLA)
- Round-trip airport transfers to and from Malta (MLA) airport
- 5 nights in Qawra at the Seashells Hotel at Suncrest or similar
- Breakfast daily
Plus!
- Valletta Half-Day Tour
- Gozo Full-Day Tour
**Note: When entering churches in Malta, women are asked to cover their shoulders, and not to wear short shorts or skirts. Men are asked not to wear shorts.
Great Ways to Explore
- 50 miles south of Sicily is Malta, a beautiful archipelago in the Mediterranean Sea.
- Follow the fascinating history of Malta if you can - it's been colonized by Phoenicians, the French, Romans, Moors, the British, Normans, Sicilians, Spanish, and the Knights of St. John.
- Enjoy tours leading through Valletta, the capital, and beautiful Gozo!
- Use the seaside resort town of Qawra as your base to explore the island, located just 10 miles from Valletta.
- Dig into the Sicilian and Middle Eastern mix of flavors that make up Maltese cuisine!
Spend five sultry nights enjoying Malta, an island paradise in the Mediterranean. Explore its amazing culture, history, cuisine, and beaches!
Spend your nights in Qawra, and enjoy the freedom of exploring everything you want to see by day. From the UNESCO-certified streets of Malta's capital city, Valletta, to 7,000 year old history ingrained into the island, there is a multitude of sights to see.
You'll also have the opportunity to explore Malta's famous coastline and its crystal clear water - the cleanest in Europe. Enjoy a full-day tour to the island of Gozo where you will discover turquoise pools and rolling green landscapes.
Helpful links for travel to Malta:
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Malta (MLA)
- Round-trip airport transfers to and from Malta (MLA) airport
- 5 nights in Qawra at the Seashells Hotel at Suncrest or similar
- Breakfast daily
Plus!
- Valletta Half-Day Tour
- Gozo Full-Day Tour
**Note: When entering churches in Malta, women are asked to cover their shoulders, and not to wear short shorts or skirts. Men are asked not to wear shorts.
- 50 miles south of Sicily is Malta, a beautiful archipelago in the Mediterranean Sea.
- Follow the fascinating history of Malta if you can - it's been colonized by Phoenicians, the French, Romans, Moors, the British, Normans, Sicilians, Spanish, and the Knights of St. John.
- Enjoy tours leading through Valletta, the capital, and beautiful Gozo!
- Use the seaside resort town of Qawra as your base to explore the island, located just 10 miles from Valletta.
- Dig into the Sicilian and Middle Eastern mix of flavors that make up Maltese cuisine!
Spend five sultry nights enjoying Malta, an island paradise in the Mediterranean. Explore its amazing culture, history, cuisine, and beaches!
Spend your nights in Qawra, and enjoy the freedom of exploring everything you want to see by day. From the UNESCO-certified streets of Malta's capital city, Valletta, to 7,000 year old history ingrained into the island, there is a multitude of sights to see.
You'll also have the opportunity to explore Malta's famous coastline and its crystal clear water - the cleanest in Europe. Enjoy a full-day tour to the island of Gozo where you will discover turquoise pools and rolling green landscapes.
Helpful links for travel to Malta:
Day 1. Welcome to Malta!
Say "bongu" to Malta! Arrive at Malta International Airport and transfer to your accommodation in Qawra (pronounced our-rah), a popular seaside resort town within St. Paul's Bay. After settling in, take a stroll through Qawra's streets and find a restaurant in town to get your first taste of Maltese cuisine.
Transfer to Qawra hotel
Seashells Hotel at Suncrest
Let the sea breeze lift your hair off your shoulders as you enjoy views of the Mediterranean from Seashells Hotel at Suncrest. Guests can enjoy the on-site spa, a swimming pool with a hydro-massage corner, a restaurant, a lounge and bar, entertainment for adults and children, fitness facilities, and free Wi-Fi.
Rooms are stylish and are equipped with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen satellite TVs, coffee and tea making facilities, ironing facilities, a safe, a refrigerator, and private bathrooms including a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Most rooms also have balconies with views of the sea, with the nearest beach only 20 feet from the hotel. The Seashells Hotel is only a 15 minute drive from Mdina, the capital of Malta, and the bus stop is right across from the hotel.
Hotel Santana Malta
Overlooking St. Paul’s Bay, Hotel Santana Malta is a charming and laid-back hotel located just a few minutes walk from the Qawra promenade. You'll also be situated just a 7-minute walk from the Malta National Aquarium and less than 10 miles from the famous St. John's Co-Cathedral.
Each of the 200 rooms at Hotel Santana feature balconies, complimentary, Wi-Fi and satellite TV, while suites come equipped with living areas and kitchenettes. Relax poolside at the rooftop pool and enjoy a drink from the seasonal pool bar, open between May and October. For additional relaxation, guests can also head to the indoor pool and wellness facility. Enjoy Maltese cuisine at the hotel's main restaurant, Moire, plus additional dining at the buffet restaurant, Italian eatery, cafe and pub.
Day 2. Qawra
Today, explore Malta's capital of Valletta, located just 10.9 miles from Qawra. On an included tour, see the stunning Caravaggio painting in St. John's Co-Cathedral, the Grand Master's Palace, and more.
Later, explore centuries-old fortresses like Fort St. Angelo and Fort Ricasoli - seen in many Hollywood films!
Valletta City Tour (half-day)
Discover the beauty and charm of the fortified city built in 1566. The capital of Malta, Valletta. Take in the beautiful views over the Grans Harbor from the Upper Barrakka Gardens, before heading out to visit St. John's Co-Cathedral. Admire Flemish tapestries, the church museum, Caravaggio masterpieces in the Oratory, and more.
Walk through the recently restored St. Georges Square and the Grand Masters' Palace before enjoying an audio-visual show of Malta's history.
Day 3. Qawra
Spend the day exploring Qawra, the site of one of the many towers built by the Knights of St. John in 1637. Standing on Qawra point, this small watchtower faces St. Paul’s Bay to the West and Salina Bay to the east.
With its prime seafront location, you can enjoy water activities like snorkeling, jet skiing, diving, and kayaking. In the evening, take a sunset stroll along the promenade as you enjoy lovely views of the open sea.
Day 4. Qawra
Today, explore Mdina, Malta's oldest city founded by the Phoenicians 4,000 years ago. Stroll the cobblestone streets inside the walled city where very few cars are permitted. This city is home to just 300 inhabitants!
In Mdina, you will find the baroque St. Paul's Cathedral and the Cathedral museum, two gems of history and art worth exploring.
Day 5. Qawra
Visit Malta's sister island, Gozo! Head to Dwejra Bay and swim in the Blue Hole - and underwater chimney - and a lagoon nicknamed the Inland Sea. This tiny slice of heaven is one of the most beautiful places in all of Malta.
Gozo Tour including lunch (full-day)
Day 6. Depart Malta
Your Malta adventure ends today. At the appropriate time, transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Transfer to Malta airport (MLA)
Fly home!
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