Are you planning to visit Malta for a day or two? Are you looking forward to experience the best of Malta without bothering too much about your itinerary? If you answer yes to both questions, you’ve come to the right page.
Having explored Malta for many years now, we’ve come up with 7 excursion ideas and sightseeing tours that will ensure you’ll have an unforgettable experience. You can experience one or more of the ideas below.
1. Game of Thrones Tour
Since the seventies, many filmmakers make Malta the setting of many epic scenes. During the recent years, it has also provided the Game of Thrones franchises the beautiful landscape the movie needs to capture the audience. Specifically, Mdina becomes the King’s Landing, the forts of the island becomes the Red Keep, and the famous but now submerged Azure Window served as the wedding venue of Khal Drogo and Daenerys.
As you visit these destinations, you’ll also appreciate the rich culture of Malta as shown in its architectural designs. The cost starts at €59 per person for adults and €29.50 for 5-12-year-old children.
2. Malta Underwater Safaris
Considering its archipelagic geography, Malta’s underwater world is also teeming with native and migrant marine species. You can get up close with the fishes, corals, octopuses, and sharks by going on an underwater safari package. The tour is more or less an hour and a half aboard a purpose-built boat. The rate for children is at €12 and €16 for adults. While on board, guests can go over to the observation keel and spend not more than 20 minutes for viewing.
3. Ta’ Mena Estate Wine and Food Tasting Tour
Located in Gozo, the Ta’ Mena Estate is a family-run business that offers farm-to-plate foods and wines manufactured right within the premises of the land. Aside from suggesting sumptuous meals, the guide can also walk you through the production process of the liquer and dishes served.
The price depends on the type of wines and your choice of foods. Also, the estate has function rooms to accommodate group gatherings, meetings, and other occasions such as weddings and family reunions.
4. Grand Harbour Boat Trips
Opting for a Grand Harbour Boat trip allows you to appreciate Malta’s living past. As you travel along the coasts of Valletta and Marsamxett, you’ll discover the history of the Three Cities in relation to the two Great Sieges on 1565 and 1942. Onboard the boat, you can see the centuries old battlements and forts. The duration of the tour is usually 90 minutes, and the cost starts at €15 per person and €14 for children below 12 years old.
5. Helicopter Tours
Do you want to get a bird’s eye view of Malta, Gozo, and Comino? If you do, you can rely on Heli Fly Malta for an awesome service. The company offers three tour options, each of which will start from Malta International Airport. The aircraft can accommodate at most 3 persons, and the rate depends on the number of guests. An English-speaking guide will also be in the craft elaborating the landmarks and attractions seen from above. The flight takes abouts 20-45 minutes.
6. Fishing Trips
One of the most satisfying feelings is to be able to catch your own fish for your chosen menu. In this trip, you’ll get to choose the kind of vessel you want. You can choose to be onboard a 30ft traditional Maltese wooden boat or a 26ft fibreglass boat. Both boats are equipped with the latest fishing equipment. There’s also an option to go on a private charter or group tour. Airport transfer, car hire, hotel pick-up, and scuba diving services are also offered by most fishing tour providers. Guests need to send an email to get a quote of the planned trip. The cost depends on the duration of the trip and the type and size of fishes caught.
7. City Sightseeing Small Group Tour
Touring around Malta is also a great way to know the place. You can opt for a hop-on hop-off tour aboard a double-decker bus. This tour takes you around Valletta, Malta’s capital city, as well as 35 other stops, including the Blue Grotto and the Three Cities. There will also be a guide who will discuss the culture and heritage of the island while on transit to your next destination. The sightseeing pass is valid only for one or two days. Rate starts at €21, which can rise or fall based on the season.
Malta can offer a lot of awesome activities to do and experience. But if it’s your first time to visit the place, it would be good to opt for a travel service provider that offers one or more of the excursion ideas listed above. This is to ensure that you’ll make the most out of your day without ever worrying about getting lost in the city.