Private Full day tour with Hagar Qim tickets from Valletta port

Overview

Welcome to Malta's heritage and to its culture. This tour will introduce a typical fishing Maltese neighborhood to contrast with the stunning Valletta that will show you how culture, history and contemporary architecture can combine and thrive in the same space. You will also have the possibility to explore the late-Neolithic site of Ħaġar Qim that consists of a group of monumental megalithic buildings greatly preserved. Our guide will get you through the most important historical events and will explain Maltese traditions to understand a bit more about this strategic small island (and its people) in the Mediterranean sea. In Top Private Tours we want you to have an amazing experience, that is why our tours can be customised to you liking! Hope to see you soon!

Itinerary

1. Valletta City Gate

   The current city gate is the fifth city gate Valletta has had in around 450 years, the first gate starting in April 1566. In front of it, we will gladly admire Triton's fountain, the first element that comes to our attention before entering the city gates.

   · 20 min

2. St. John's Co-Cathedral

   Built in the 1570s as the church for the Knights of St John, this magnificent cathedral is not only Malta’s most visited church, but also home of a Caravaggio painting.

   · 30 min· Admission not included

3. Grand Master's Palace

   The first building to be constructed by the Knights of St John in the new capital city and enlarged over the years, this Palace is the Office of the President of Malta.

   · 20 min· Admission not included

4. Hastings Gardens

   One of the highest points of the City, offering stunning panoramic views over Floriana, Msida, Sliema, and Manoel Island.

   · 20 min

5. Upper Barrakka Gardens

   One of the most visited places in Malta and admired by many for their beauty and rich history. The gardens offer a view over Valletta’s Grand Harbour and Vittoriosa’s Grand Harbour Marina.

   · 25 min

6. Republic Street

   Republic street is the main road of Valletta and its here that you will find most of the government related buildings. It's primarily pedestrian-only and it is only one kilometer long.

   · 20 min

7. Marsaxlokk Harbour

   This very unique and incredibly colorful village is home to thousands of Luzzus, these typical maltese fishing boats.

   · 45 min

8. Blue Grotto Il-Hnejja

   In this viewpoint you can appreciate a network of six caves, boasting the most stunning views and clearest waters the Maltese Islands have to offer. This is one of Malta’s most popular natural attractions.

   · 20 min

9. Haġar Qim Park Visitor Centre

   The megalithic temples of Ħaġar Qim (adge-ar eem; 'standing stones') and Mnajdra (mm-nigh-dra) are the best preserved and most evocative of Malta's prehistoric sites, with an unparalleled location atop sea cliffs.

   · 45 min· Admission included

Pickup

Pickup included.

Cruise passengers: we will be waiting for you at the pier with a sign with your name on it

How to use your ticket

What to know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Time for transportation (2 hours) is already included in the total duration.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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