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Malta Private Tour with Local Driver & WWII Video GuidesYou’ll taste fresh Maltese snacks from a local shop, explore ancient Mdina with WWII video guides, cruise between sites in an air-conditioned minivan with your own driver, and see places like Blue Grotto and Valletta Waterfront through stories only locals tell. Expect real moments—quiet echoes underground or laughter over coffee—that linger long after you leave.
Gozo: 450cc Quad Bike Rental & GPS MapYou pick up a 450cc quad bike at the garage, get a GPS map loaded on your phone marking beaches, temples, restaurants and scenic spots, receive a safety briefing, and then spend the day exploring Gozo at your own speed with a passenger seat and cargo box included. The driver must be 21–71; passengers must be at least 10. Helmets and third-party insurance are part of the rental.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to explore Gozo independently without booking a guided tour or waiting for group schedules — the GPS map and self-guided format let you stop, swim, and move at your own rhythm across the island.
Malta Airport Transfer: Private Car & Minivan PickupYour driver meets you at Malta airport arrivals with a sign, loads your luggage into a private air-conditioned vehicle, and drives you directly to your destination without other passengers or stops. You choose the vehicle size — station wagon for up to 4 people, minivan for 5–8, or minibus for larger groups — and the price is fixed before you land.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the shuttle queue and avoid arranging local transport on arrival — the fixed price and meet-and-greet mean your journey starts the moment you land, not after you've found a taxi rank or figured out the bus system.
Valletta Food Tour: Private Guide to Malta's Culinary LandmarksA private food tour of Valletta, Malta, led by a local guide who pairs the city's main sights and tucked-away spots with tastings of pastizzi, ftira, local platters, kinnie beer and traditional sweets. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French and one additional language, and children from age 6 are welcome. The tour runs 3.5 hours and covers the historic center built as the Knights' stronghold.Is it for me?The 3.5-hour length fits a half-day slot without eating into a full day of sightseeing elsewhere—book it in the morning and have the afternoon free, or start in the afternoon and keep the morning open for museums or beaches. If you want to taste Maltese food without hunting for restaurants or planning stops, a private guide who knows where to go and what the dishes mean is what makes the difference.
Gozo: 4x4 Buggy Tour with Ġgantija & LunchYou're driven around Gozo's main sights in a 4x4 buggy with an experienced driver handling the roads and commentary. The day includes hotel pickup, lunch with local wine, visits to the Ġgantija Temples (entrance separate), the Citadel, Ta' Pinu basilica, and smaller landmarks like salt pans and coastal inlets. In summer months you get a swim stop at Comino, and the return journey to Malta happens by private boat past the Blue Lagoon, weather permitting. Book a few days ahead to confirm your pickup time.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Gozo's main sights without arranging your own transport or navigating the island's roads — the driver handles both, and the buggy's size keeps the group small enough that you're not lost in a coach full of strangers.
Private Valletta Food Tour: Maltese history through tastingsA private food tour of Valletta led by an English-speaking guide who connects the city's layered past—Knights, foreign rulers, island trade—to the traditional Maltese food you taste along the way. You sample snacks, a Maltese drink and a dessert at stops throughout the capital; the guide shares stories about how each dish arrived on the island and why it stayed. Groups run from two to eight people, and the whole tour takes three hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want the history of Malta told through food rather than monuments, and you have a free three-hour block to walk and taste your way through it. The private format means your group sets the pace and the guide tailors the stories to what interests you most.
Gozo & Comino: Private Boat, Blue Lagoon Swim, Local DinnerYou’ll swim in Comino’s Blue Lagoon before exploring Gozo by tuk tuk with a local guide, tasting fresh salt by the sea and sharing dinner at a family-run spot in Marsalforn. Expect laughter, stories about island life, hotel pickup included — plus those moments you can’t plan for but remember anyway.
Private Valletta Food Tour: Stories Through Maltese CuisineA private food tour of Valletta pairs walking through the Maltese capital's monuments, palaces and churches with tastings of local coffee, kinnie, Ċisk beer, ftira, pastizzi, rabbit and wine. A professional guide in English or Italian leads the 3.5-hour route, picking up from your hotel, and all food and drinks are included in the price.Is it for me?The tour is a steady 3.5-hour walk through Valletta with frequent stops to taste, so it suits someone with a free afternoon who wants to move through the city without a packed itinerary or the need to plan meals separately—the food and the route are woven together, and everything is arranged.
Malta Mdina & Dingli Cliffs Tuk Tuk Tour with TastingsYou’ll ride a breezy tuk tuk through Mdina’s ancient streets, taste traditional Maltese coffee at Dingli Cliffs while staring out over the sea, and wander shaded gardens where locals linger. With audio guide insights and snack stops included, you’ll feel both looked after and free to soak up every detail Malta throws your way.
Malta Private Shore Tour with Local Guide & CarStep into Malta’s winding streets with a local guide, exploring at your own pace in an air-conditioned car. You’ll catch glimpses of hidden shrines, taste fresh pastries if you fancy, and hear stories only locals know — all on a flexible schedule that fits your cruise stop. It’s the kind of day you’ll remember long after leaving port.
Private tour Malta: Half-day, max 8 peopleYou get a private guide, hotel pickup, and a half-day that moves through Valletta's gardens and streets, the Silent City's ancient stones, and the Blue Grotto's cave entrance — with optional boat trips and cathedral entry available. The itinerary bends to what you want to see, and the guide decides on the water based on conditions when you arrive.Is it for me?Right for small groups or families who want to see Valletta's main sights without a fixed schedule — the guide adjusts the pace and stops to what you actually want. Plan for four hours out, which is what fits the capital, the Silent City, and the Blue Grotto into one morning or afternoon.
Malta Private Highlights Tour with Local Driver & SnackYou’ll explore Malta’s highlights at your own pace with a friendly local driver—think Mdina’s quiet lanes, fresh pastries from hidden bakeries, seaside stops like Blue Grotto, and time for crafts or coffee breaks along the way. Includes pickup, air-conditioned minivan, bottled water, and a traditional Maltese snack—plus plenty of local stories you won’t find in any guidebook.
Malta: Private Sailing Charter to Comino with Lunch & DrinksYou’ll board a classic sailing yacht in Senglea for an easygoing trip along Malta’s coastline toward Comino. Swim or snorkel in clear blue water while your guide prepares fresh salads and local fruit for lunch. With only six guests max and drinks included, it feels personal—like joining friends for a day at sea. Expect laughter, good food, and views you’ll remember long after you’re home.
Gozo Christmas Tuk Tuk Tour: Bethlehem Village & DinnerA 6-hour Christmas tour of Gozo by Tuk Tuk or Jeep includes entry to the live Bethlehem f'Għajnsielem village with 150 actors, the festive market at Villa Rundle Gardens, and a nighttime visit to the illuminated Cittadella, plus a three-course dinner with mulled wine and a gift from Santa. Hotel pickup and boat transfers are included; the itinerary follows Visit Gozo's seasonal schedule.Is it for me?Book this tour if you are staying on Malta without a car—pickup from your hotel and the included boat transfers mean you do not have to arrange your own way to Gozo. The fixed itinerary and dinner timing are built around the Visit Gozo seasonal schedule, so the evening holds together without you planning each stop.
Valletta to Gozo: 45-Minute Catamaran Crossing & Pet-FriendlyYou board at Valletta, sit in a climate-controlled cabin with WiFi and a restroom, and arrive at Gozo's Mgarr Harbour in 45 minutes. Your pet travels in a designated area, your luggage is included, and multiple daily departures mean you choose the time that suits your itinerary. No queues, no surprises — just a fast, straightforward crossing between the two islands.Is it for me?Book this if you're moving between Malta and Gozo and want to skip the long ferry wait — the catamaran's speed and frequent departures mean you travel when it suits you, not when the next boat fills up.
Malta Airport Transfer: Private Cab & Flight TrackingYou're met at the Arrivals Lounge with a name sign, helped with luggage, and driven in an air-conditioned private car to your hotel. The driver tracks your flight so pickup timing adjusts if you land early or late. All taxes, fees and fuel are included in the fixed price, with no meter running and no haggling at the airport. Return transfers can be arranged the same way during your stay.Is it for me?Book this if you land with luggage and want to skip the taxi queue and price haggling — the fixed rate and flight tracking mean you know exactly when and how much before you even land.
Valletta Scavenger Hunt: Self-Guided Walking Tour with PuzzlesA self-guided scavenger hunt through Valletta where you download an app, solve riddles at 10+ major sites, and walk a 3.4km route at your own pace with no fixed schedule or guide waiting for you. Start anytime 24/7, pause for a pastizzi or a rest, and resume whenever you're ready—your access lasts a full year. The app includes local restaurant and shop tips, optional audio narration in six languages, and stories about each landmark's history and legends.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to explore at your own pace without a guide—you control when you start, where you pause, and can even resume the next day if you'd rather break it into two visits.
Malta Airport Transfer to Valletta: Direct Route & Flight TrackingYou land at Malta Airport, find your driver waiting at arrivals with your name displayed, and travel directly to Valletta with no stops or detours. The journey includes bottled water and WiFi; your flight is tracked so the driver arrives on time, and the rate is fixed with no extra charges.Is it for me?Book this if you want to avoid the taxi queue and the uncertainty of negotiating a fare when you're tired — the fixed price and flight tracking mean you know exactly what you're paying and when your ride will be ready.
Half-day walking tour Valletta: Hidden alleys and main landmarksA half-day guided walking tour of Valletta takes you through the UNESCO World Heritage capital's main thoroughfare, baroque landmarks and hidden courtyards with a professional local guide. The route includes St. John's Co-Cathedral and the Grand Master's Palace (exterior), the Upper Barrakka Gardens, and time for complimentary coffee and pastizzi; the guide speaks your choice of English, Spanish, Italian, French or several other languages. Pickup is included.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a local's perspective on Valletta rather than a rushed run through the main sights — the guide's knowledge of the hidden passages and the stories behind each stop is what separates it from walking the city alone or with a generic group.
Mdina Self-Guided Walking Tour: 20+ Stories in the Silent CityThis self-guided walking tour of Mdina lets you trace the sieges, saints and secrets hidden throughout Malta's Silent City at your own pace, using an audio guide available in 9 languages with offline access. No fixed start time, no rush—pause whenever a story catches you. The tour includes over 20 stops across honey-coloured lanes where Knights of Saint John once rode, from the gate that doubled as King's Landing to the cathedral with two clocks. A bonus Rabat extension adds catacombs, pastizzi and optional Game of Thrones stops for those who want more.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to listen in your own language and control the pace—the audio guide works offline and you can pause, rewind or skip ahead whenever a story needs a second listen or a stop deserves a longer look. It's built for travelers who want the history behind the stones, not a rushed group schedule.
