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Private Shore Excursions from
Valletta


Tour duration 8h – Minimum 2 participants – maximum 8
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TOUR # 1
Mdina Plus Lunch

TOUR # 2
Valletta/ Mdina / Ta'Qali with lunch

TOUR # 1 - Mdina plus lunch
 
Valletta - Tour 1

Tour to the old capital of Mdina, walk through the silent city streets ,visit the imposing bastions to admire a panoramic view of the island. On leaving the city through the Greek gate stop at the catacombs. Lunch. Proceeding to Dingli Cliffs. Then to Craft’s Centre Ta’Qali, Mosta Church and finally to the botanic Gardens of San Anton.
The Mdina Church (Cathedral):
The cathedral was designed by the well-known Maltese architect, Lorenzo Gafa. By this time he had already designed several churches in Malta and was at the height of his career. The perfectly proportioned façade and the dynamic dome (by far his boldest and arguably the finest in Malta) make this the most impressive of all his churches. The work took just five years to complete and a number of houses were demolished at the same time to make way for a pjazza appropriate to the size and splendour of the church.
The streets of Mdina: In Mdina there are two kinds of streets. The curved streets were built during the time of the Arabs as a form of defense. Going up these narrow curved streets, one cannot gauge how long they are or, who is waiting at the other end. The streets built during the time of the Order of St John in the 16th century are built straight. The Arabs also built bastions, but the bastions built by the Arabs differ from the bastions built during the time of the Order of St John. The bastions built during the time of the Arabs are built vertically, because at the time of the Arab rule people used to climb up the walls and they would be thrown down to their death, whereas when the Order of St John came to Malta, gunpowder started being used and so the bastions were built slightly at an angle, so that the cannon ball would ricochet back on the person who fired it.
Dingli Cliffs Dingli Cliffs are an impressive sight, especially if view them from sea level on an island cruise. They are the Island's natural fortress, one bastion the Knights did not have to build to protect themselves. From the cliff tops, one of the most striking views and sheerest drops is just west of Dingli village. Another atmospheric view is over to the uninhabited isle of Fifla. Dingli Cliffs seem to exude a mysterious charm especially late evening on calm summer days when the sunsets here can be dramatic. Following recent restoration works, this historic building is now used as a Government Guest Palace.                                                                
Ta’ Qali Crafts Village
The former World War II military aerodrome was converted into a local hand-crafts centre. It's the ideal place to buy ceramics, jewelry and knitwear, pottery and see glass blowing and molding as well as other craftspeople at work.  Here one can buy something completely unique and original to take home.  Within the craft centre one can find the Aviation Museum displaying aircrafts.
Prices include Fully Licensed Guide, together with lunch, and entrance tickets to places of interest where applicable.



TOUR # 2 - Valletta / Mdina / Ta'Qali with lunch
 
Valletta - Tour 2

Walk through the bustling streets  of Valletta and to Barracca Gardens for a breathtaking panorama of the Grand Harbor and then to St.John’s Co-Cathedral, visiting the church museum. A visit to the sixteenth century fort - St.James Cavalier ,converted into an arts Complex, a centre of creativity.
Lunch at a Restaurant in Rabat serving traditional Maltese food with a medieval surroundings. Then Tour to the old capital of Mdina, walk through the silent city streets, visit the imposing bastions to admire a panoramic view of the island..

Upper Barrakka Gardens: These gardens occupy the elevated space on the ramparts of St. Peter and St Paul Bastion. The garden was laid down in the mid 17th Century to provide a peaceful retreat for the pastime and relation of the Knights
The Grand Harbour with its position in the central part of the Mediterranean, Malta has always attracted the attention of reigning supremacies. This deep natural harbor has been regarded as a safe refuge since ancient times. With its breathtaking views of Fort St. Angelo, Fort Ricasoli and the historic Three Cities (Bormla also known as Cospicua, Birgu or Vittoriosa and Isla, otherwise known as Senglea) on one side and the magnificent re-developed Pinto Vaults on the other, Malta’s Grand Harbor commands the respect of many seafarers, tourists and historians of all nationalities.
St.John's Co-Cathedral: This splendid church was built between 1573 and 1577 during the reign of Gran Master Jean de la Cassiere. A baroque work of art in its architecture and sculptures, this Church boasts some of the most beautiful works of art by Mattia Preti and Caravaggio himself.
St.James Cavalier Centre for Creativity: A sixteenth century fort built by the Knights of St. John as part of the military defenses of the city of Valletta, it has now been converted into an Arts complex with facilities for exhibitions, film and video, music and a small theatre in the round. The main objectives of the centre are threefold: to promote the contemporary Maltese art scene on a national and international level; to act as a cultural hub reflecting Malta's strategic geopolitical position at the centre of the Mediterranean; and to encourage art as a social event, creating bridges between people and nations.
Mdina the silent City:   The old capital of Malta is a typical mediaeval, walled city situated in the centre of the Island. Mdina is the seat of several noble houses, including the islands' oldest titled family - created barons in 1350. The "Silent City", as it is also known, commands magnificent vistas of the island.
Ta’ Qali Crafts Village The former World War II military aerodrome was converted into a local hand-crafts centre. It's the ideal place to buy ceramics, jewelry and knitwear, pottery and see glass blowing and molding as well as other craftspeople at work.  Here one can buy something completely unique and original to take home.  Within the craft centre one can find the Aviation Museum displaying aircrafts.

Prices include Fully Licensed Guide, together with lunch and entrance tickets to places of interest where applicable.




 

 

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