Private Malta Tour: Blue Grotto, Mdina & Dingli Cliffs

You choose every stop instead of following a set itinerary.

A private half-day tour of Malta with a knowledgeable English-speaking driver who takes you to the Blue Grotto, Mdina, Dingli Cliffs and Ħaġar Qim temple. You tailor the route to your interests: how long you spend at each site, which attractions matter most, and what you want to skip. The tour includes pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water and traditional sweets. Infants can travel in a pram or specialized seat.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Mosta Dome1h · entry included
2. Blue Grotto55m

Private half-day tour around Malta

• Visit Mosta Dome church
• Explore medieval town of Mdina
• See Dingli cliffs viewpoint
• Stop at Ħaġar Qim temple exterior
• View Blue Grotto panorama

The experience

What stops matter most to you in a morning? That's the question this tour answers differently than a fixed itinerary. Your driver picks you up and takes you to the sites you want to see, in the order that works for your day. The Mosta Dome (one of Malta's most recognizable churches, sitting in the central village) can be a quick stop or a longer one. Mdina, the fortified medieval town perched on a hill in the center of the island and Malta's former capital, gets as much time as you want to walk its bastioned streets. Dingli Cliffs, the highest point of the Maltese Islands at around 253 metres on the western coast, offers views most visitors miss because they're rushing through a schedule.

The Blue Grotto viewpoint on the southeastern coast is where most tours stop (a complex of sea caves that draws crowds), but you decide if it's a photo moment or a place to linger. Ħaġar Qim, a megalithic temple complex dating from the Ġgantija phase and among the most ancient religious sites on Earth, is a quick stop from outside so you see it without the entry fees if that suits your budget. Four hours is the window. How you fill it is yours to decide. Your driver speaks English, knows the routes and the timing, and handles the navigation while you focus on what you came to see.

The vehicle is air-conditioned, which matters in Malta's heat. Bottled water and traditional sweets are included, so you're not hunting for refreshment between stops. If you're traveling with infants or small children, specialized seats are available and prams work fine too. Public transportation runs nearby if you want to add something on your own time.

What’s included

• Pickup from your hotel or meeting point.
• air-conditioned private vehicle with WiFi.
• knowledgeable English-speaking driver.
• bottled water and traditional sweets.
• all fees and taxes.

Options for this experience

2 options

Private half-day tour of Malta's islandUp to 2 per booking · Guide in English · 09:00, 10:00, 13:00 and 14:00Car for 1 to 2 people, pickup is included

Group of 3 to 8 peopleUp to 8 per booking · Guide in English · 09:00, 10:00, 13:00 and 14:00Minivan, includes pickup

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 10:00, 13:00 and 14:00

Book up to1d before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Oi Cabs Private Tour

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to set your own pace and skip the attractions that don't interest you: the driver adapts to your timing instead of holding to a fixed schedule that leaves you rushed at some stops and bored at others.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I pick which attractions to visit on this private Malta tour, or is the route fixed?

The route is yours to shape. You choose which sites matter (the Blue Grotto, Mdina, Dingli Cliffs, Ħaġar Qim), and how much time to spend at each one. Your driver adapts the day to your interests instead of following a set schedule.

What is the Mosta Dome and why is it worth seeing?

The Mosta Dome is one of Malta's best-known churches, located in the central village of Mosta. Its distinctive dome makes it a landmark visible across the island and a significant stop on any tour of Malta's religious architecture.

Is the Blue Grotto included as a boat ride, or just a viewpoint?

The tour stops at the Blue Grotto viewpoint on Malta's southeastern coast, where you see the complex of sea caves. It's a viewing stop rather than a boat excursion into the caves themselves.

How high are the Dingli Cliffs, and where are they located?

Dingli Cliffs stand at around 253 metres, making them the highest point of the Maltese Islands. They're located on Malta's western coast, off the village of Dingli, and offer sweeping views across the Mediterranean.

What's included in the tour price, and what costs extra?

The tour includes pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, a knowledgeable English-speaking driver, bottled water, traditional sweets, all fees and taxes, and WiFi. Entry fees to attractions like Ħaġar Qim temple are not included if you choose to go inside.

Can I bring a baby or small child on this tour?

Yes. Infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available in the vehicle. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels.