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Malta, 8 Days · Tailor-made by car

Route through the Knights of Malta's Islands I

Discover the island's secrets and admire its beaches, its stunning landscapes and its ancient culture

The fascinating "Knights of Malta I" tour will let you unearth all the secrets of the ancient European republic of Malta. From behind the wheel, you'll discover more than 7,000 years of history that have left an indelible mark on amazing temples such as Ġgantija on Gozo, considered one of the oldest free-standing megalithic constructions in the world (3700 BC), even older than the pyramids of Egypt. You're in a land of history and legends here. Cited in the Odyssey as the home of Calypso, Malta is believed to be the lost city of Atlantis that Plato described in his studies. The Maltese archipelago will seduce even the most experienced traveller with its excellent year-round climate, its beautiful laid-back beaches, its amazing cornucopia of cultures, its fun and youthful atmosphere, and its beautiful cities dotted with historical episodes, centuries-old architecture and charming features, such as the walled city of Mdina. To follow in the footsteps of Knights of the Order of Malta, authentic heroes for the European powers of the time, you'll go to the capital, La Valletta, and The Three Cities, enclaves built "by gentlemen for gentlemen". Even today, after the passing of centuries, you can admire the grandiose fortifications and walled cities that they erected. And for World Heritage Site hunters, Malta boasts several: the city of La Valletta, the Hal Saflieni Hypogeum and the Megalithic Temples of Gjantija, Hagar Qim, Tarxien, Mnajdra and Ta'hagrat & Skorba. Malta is also the good life, delicious cuisine and lots of fun. Throughout the year, it plays host to fascinating events related to the world of arts, culture, sports and entertainment. And in summer, the island abounds with water sports, fireworks and festivities held in honour of the patron saints of the towns and villages of Gozo and Malta. Discover a nation of deep Christian roots where the first bishopric was created by St. Paul in 60 AD, who was shipwrecked off the island on his final trip to Rome. Sign up to this fascinating self-drive tour and discover the authentic Maltese way of life at your own pace, as well as its idyllic nature, its huge range of outdoor activities and its incredible marine environment that has made the islands of Malta, Gozo and Comino an underwater paradise.

Route through the Knights of Malta

Departure date

Departures from October 2024 till September 2025

From

Dublin, Shannon, Cork...

NatureFamilies

Travel details

  • Travel details

  • Day 1 City of origin - Saint Julian's

  • Day 2 Saint Julian's - Valletta - Sliema - Saint Julian's

  • Day 3 Saint Julian's - Birkirkara - Mdina - Rabat - Qormi - Saint Julian's

  • Day 4 Saint Julian's - Tal Qadi Temple - Saint Paul's Bay

  • Day 5 Saint Paul's Bay - Port of Cirkewwa - Gozo - Saint Paul's Bay

  • Day 6 Saint Paul's Bay - Anchor Bay / Popeye Village - Saint Julian's

  • Day 7 Saint Julian's - The Three Cities (Vittoriosa, Cospicua, Senglea) - Marsaskala - Saint Julian's

  • Day 8 Saint Julian's - City of origin

Your trip includes

  • Return flight.

  • Stay in selected hotel in St Julian's.

  • Selected meal plan in St Julian's.

  • Stay in selected hotel in Saint Pauls Bay, Bugibba.

  • Selected meal plan in Saint Pauls Bay, Bugibba.

  • Rent-a-car.

Your trip doesn't include

  • Entrance fees in Malta.

  • Possible toll charges.

  • Insolvency protection.

  • Admission tickets to parks.

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Important remarks

- Triple rooms in Europe are generally rooms with twin beds or a double, in which a folding bed is installed to accommodate the third person. Due to the inconvenience this causes, we advise against using this option as far the possible.

- The proposed excursions and tours for each day are purely suggestions, as you can tailor the trip to suit your times, tastes and needs.

- A credit card is considered a guarantee, so sometimes you will need one for check-in at hotels.

- Hotels usually have cots available. Otherwise, babies will have to share a bed with an adult.

- To pick up your rental car, you'll need a credit (not debit) card in the name of the person who made the booking, who must also be the named driver of the vehicle.

- Consult the necessary documentation to enter the destinations visited and for transit in the countries where air stopovers are made.

- Suggested round-trip ferry rides are optional and not included in the final price. If you intend to take the car on a ferry, please let the rental company know at the time of pick-up to receive authorisation. Depending on the conditions agreed to in the rental contract and the company you choose, you might be charged a fee payable at the destination.

- Select your hotel in St. Julians and/or St. Paul's Bay depending on the atmosphere you prefer for your holiday. St. Julians is the most modern part of Malta, a vibrant nightlife hub with a whole host of restaurants and bars. About twenty minutes further north is St. Paul's Bay/Bugibba, a more laid-back area that is usually frequented by families and people in search of peace and quiet. In high season, there's a lively atmosphere, but in low season it might feel a bit more isolated. To choose which resort you want to stay in, set the place you don't want to 0 and then indicate the entire stay in the place you want.