Valletta & Mdina: Private Car with Driver & Custom Itinerary

You Pick the Route, the Driver Handles the Roads

You choose what to see (Mdina's medieval streets, Dingli Cliffs, Marsaxlokk market, pastizzi stops, or Blue Grotto), and a private driver builds the route around your pace. Pickup and drop-off from your hotel. The car is air-conditioned and water is included. Pick 5 or 8 hours depending on how much ground you want to cover.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Malta's iconic landmarks

• Pickup from hotel
• Stop at Upper Barrakka Gardens
• Explore Mdina for 60-75 minutes
• Visit St Paul's Catacombs or Mdina Dungeon Museum
• Enjoy view from Dingli Cliffs
• Return to hotel for drop-off

The experience

You don't need a tour guide talking at you for eight hours if what you really want is to stop when something catches your eye. That's the whole point of this one: a private driver in an air-conditioned car, hotel pickup included, and the freedom to build your own day around Valletta, Mdina, or wherever else you want to go. The driver speaks English, knows the island, and adjusts the route on the fly. You're not locked into a group schedule or a predetermined script.

The sample itineraries give you a sense of what's possible. A five-hour version might hit Upper Barrakka Gardens for the harbour view, then spend an hour in Mdina (the old capital, narrow streets, Game of Thrones filming location), and finish at Dingli Cliffs, Malta's highest point. The eight-hour option adds Marsaxlokk fishing village (the market runs on Sundays), Rabat for pastizzi at Serkin, a lunch break somewhere you choose, and maybe a boat ride out to Blue Grotto if the mood strikes. But these are just examples. If you want to skip the cliffs and spend the whole day in villages, or hunt for specific restaurants, or just drive the coast and stop for swimming. You tell the driver what matters to you, and that becomes the itinerary.

Families with small children get infant seats if they need them. Strollers fit in the boot. Bottled water comes with the ride. The car stays cool, the driver stays patient, and you don't burn mental energy on directions or timing or whether you're missing something because you took a wrong turn. It's the kind of day where you can actually look around instead of checking a map.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle.
• English-speaking driver.
• hotel pickup and drop-off.
• bottled water.
• choice of 5-hour or 8-hour duration.
• fully customizable itinerary based on your interests (historic sites, coastal views, villages, food stops, or a mix).

Options for this experience

4 options

5-Hour Custom TourNo fixed timeLasts 5 hours; includes pickup

6-Hour Custom TourNo fixed timeLasts 6 hours; includes pickup

7-Hour Custom TourNo fixed timeLasts 7 hours; includes pickup

8-Hour Custom TourNo fixed timeLasts 8 hours; includes pickup

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Private Transfers Malta and Gozo

Is this one for you?Best for families, couples, or small groups who want to see Malta without renting a car or following a group schedule. The driver takes the navigation and timing off your hands while you decide where to stop.

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Top questions

Can I change the itinerary once we start?

Yes. The route is fully customizable, so you can adjust stops or timing based on what you find interesting as the day goes on.

Is there a tour guide, or just a driver?

Just a driver. This is a private car service with an English-speaking driver, not a guided tour. The driver knows the island but won't narrate a script.

What if I want to visit specific places?

Tell the driver before you start or when you book. Mdina, Dingli Cliffs, Marsaxlokk, Valletta, Blue Grotto, and local food stops are all options. The itinerary is yours to shape.

How long does the drive take between stops?

Malta is small. Most drives between landmarks are 20–40 minutes. The sample itineraries account for travel time and exploration time combined.

Is lunch included?

No, but the driver can take you to restaurants or food stops you choose. A lunch break is built into the 8-hour option.

Can I bring a baby or toddler?

Yes. Specialized infant seats are available, and strollers fit in the vehicle.

What if the weather is bad?

The car is air-conditioned and covered. Some outdoor stops like Dingli Cliffs or Blue Grotto might be less appealing in heavy rain, but the driver can suggest alternatives.

Do I need to book the itinerary in advance?

The sample routes are examples. You can request a custom itinerary when you book, or discuss it with the driver on the day.