Private Tour of Valletta and Vittoriosa and Mdina from Any City

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Description of the Private Tour of Valletta and Vittoriosa and Mdina from any city

Every year millions of tourists decide to visit the island of Malta. This is because this archipelago is full of culture, history and beauty in every corner. 

Our tour of Valletta and Vittoriosa and Mdina from any city will take you to the most attractive monuments and buildings to admire, among other things, the vestiges left by the Romans and the knights who passed through these cities. 

The tour starts at the agreed point, where we will pick you up to go to Valletta or Valletta. Which is known as one of the “three cities”, and is the current capital of Malta. 

Each of its streets will amaze you, since they preserve their originality as a city founded by the order of the Knights of St. John in 1566.

We continue our tour to the imposing Vittoriosa. This walled town with cream-colored streets is the ideal place for you to capture a few pictures full of all the magic of this maritime city. 

Together with the guide, you will walk through its main monuments and get to know its most emblematic buildings, such as the Parish Church of San Lorenzo and the monuments that represent the siege of 1565.

The guided tour continues with the transfer to Mdina, another walled city that contains incredible architectural decorations such as, for example, the Palazzo Costanzo, a site that preserves all its medieval style. 

During the tour, you will be accompanied by a private guide who will have the obligation to tell you the history of each of the sites you visit. At the end of the tour, the car will take you back to the agreed point, so that you can recover your energy and continue your tour of Malta. 

Private Tour of Valletta and Vittoriosa and Mdina from Any City | Points of Interest

This tour is planned to make the most of every minute of the ride. That’s why it starts at a meeting point according to your convenience, and then you will be transferred by private car through the majestic sites of Valletta and Vittoriosa and Mdina: 

Valletta

The current capital of Malta is perfect for you to explore the historic center. Which was declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco. 

This walled city was built by the Knights of St. John in 1565 and has a wealth of medieval and baroque architecture. 

You will discover many interesting places such as: 

• The Cathedral of St. John, inside which are some of the works of Caravaggio.
• The Grand Master’s Palace which, as its name indicates, was the official residence of the Masters of the Knights of the Order of Malta. 
• Auberge de Castille, a magnificent building that housed several orders of medieval knights. 
• The National Museum of Archeology, and many more sites. 

Vittoriosa

Also known as Birgu, Vittoriosa was the first capital of Malta. During the years 1530 to 1571, the Knights of St. John withstood the siege of the Ottomans within its walls and emerged victorious from that long struggle. 

Hence, the great historical importance of this majestic city and the origin of its emblematic name. 

One of its main attractions is Fort San Angelo. Also on this tour you will visit the Inquisitor’s Palace, which is a building that holds a lot of history, such as the low door for the entrance of the condemned and the engravings on the walls made by the prisoners. 

Mdina 

This city is home to many historical monuments. In addition, its streets preserve an enigmatic medieval style, in which, throughout its length and breadth, are located some churches; as well as small palaces of the time that will transport you straight to the past thanks to the architecture that seems to be stopped in time. 

Among its main attractions are: 

• The Cathedral of Mdina. 
• The Carmelite Convent. 
• The Cathedral Museum. 
• The Palazzo Vilhena. 
• Among many other sites of great interest

There are many things to see and appreciate in Valletta and Vittoriosa and Mdina. Best of all, you will be with a private guide to know the most striking details of the places you visit. So it will be a totally personalized excursion. 

It doesn’t hurt to include a tour to Gozo from Malta in your visit. That will be a fantastic way to get to know Gozo and its paradisiacal landscapes.

Details:

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  Duration

  8 hours

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  Language

  English, Spanish, French, the language in Spanish (other languages to consult)

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  Pick up point

  Hotel, airport, cruise port or place of choice

This Private Tour includes:

• Private official tour guide for 8 hours
• Private vehicle with chauffeur for 8 hours
• Meeting point in a central place
• Completely personalized and private experience
• Private Tour
• 24/7 Guardian Angel Service
• Public liability insurance
• Taxes

This Private Tour excludes:

• Food and drinks
• Entrance fees

Cancellation Policy

• No Refund, Modification or Cancellation in any case on any type of tickets or entrance fees.
• Modification of tour/service dates and starting times are subject to availability.
• 48 hours prior to first service date: Free Cancellation on guide and private vehicle with chauffeur. Any type of entrance tickets have no refund.
• Less than 48 hours prior to first service date: No Refund. Payment of 100%.