Luxury Malta Discovery: Culture, Coastal Waters & Boutiques

Begin the week exploring Malta's capital city and historic fortifications before taking to the coastal waters.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Caffe Cordina

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy coffee and traditional pastries at Valletta's historic cafe on Republic Square.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Valletta Exploration

   09:15 – 10:45

   Tour the baroque streets, St. John's Co-Cathedral, and Upper Barrakka Gardens.

   • entryFree
3. 11:00|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Mdina and Rabat Adventure

   11:00 – 12:15

   Walk through the Silent City of Mdina and visit the surrounding winding streets of Rabat.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at ION Harbour by Simon Rogan

   12:30 – 14:00

   Dine on Michelin-starred cuisine overlooking Valletta's Grand Harbour.

5. 14:15|15:45
   

   Shopping

   Sliema Shopping Spree

   14:15 – 15:45

   Browse designer boutiques and luxury retail centres along the Sliema promenade.

6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Outdoor

   Blue Grotto Boat Trip

   16:00 – 17:30

   Board a boat to view the sea caverns and iridescent waters along the southern coast.

7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Comino's Blue Lagoon

   17:45 – 19:15

   Relax along the turquoise waters of Comino on a late afternoon boat excursion.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Noni

   19:30 – 21:00

   Sample elevated Maltese dishes in a charming vaulted dining room in Valletta.

Combine morning sea excursions with afternoon history and high-end shopping.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Is-Suq Tal-Belt

   08:00 – 09:00

   Select fresh artisan breakfast options inside Valletta's restored market hall.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Outdoor

   Blue Grotto Boat Trip

   09:15 – 10:45

   Experience the morning light reflecting off the deep blue waters inside the sea caves.

3. 11:00|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Valletta Exploration

   11:00 – 12:15

   Discover palaces and historic plazas along Republic and Merchant Streets.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at The Harbour Club

   12:30 – 14:00

   Enjoy fresh seafood dishes with views across the water to the Three Cities.

5. 14:15|15:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Mdina and Rabat Adventure

   14:15 – 15:45

   Explore the ancient bastions of Mdina and historic alleys of neighbouring Rabat.

   • entryFree
6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Shopping

   Sliema Shopping Spree

   16:00 – 17:30

   Visit high-end fashion stores and waterfront shops in Sliema.

7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Comino's Blue Lagoon

   17:45 – 19:15

   Cruise to the tranquil waters of the Blue Lagoon for early evening scenery.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at De Mondion

   19:30 – 21:00

   Indulge in fine dining atop the medieval bastion walls of Mdina.

Focus on historic cityscapes and coastal cruising across the central island.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Fontanella Tea Garden

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy breakfast pastries with panoramic countryside views from Mdina's bastion walls.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Mdina and Rabat Adventure

   09:15 – 10:45

   Stroll through Mdina's quiet palaces and inspect Roman ruins in Rabat.

   • entryFree
3. 11:00|12:15
   

   Shopping

   Sliema Shopping Spree

   11:00 – 12:15

   Shop for luxury watches, jewellery, and fashion along the main shopping avenues.

4. 12:30|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at The Chophouse

   12:30 – 14:00

   Savour premium grilled cuts paired with fine wine overlooking Marsamxett Harbour.

5. 14:15|15:45
   

   Outdoor

   Comino's Blue Lagoon

   14:15 – 15:45

   Take a midday boat voyage to Comino to appreciate the striking clear waters.

6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Outdoor

   Blue Grotto Boat Trip

   16:00 – 17:30

   Explore the natural archway and coastal caves near Zurrieq.

7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Valletta Exploration

   17:45 – 19:15

   Walk the historic perimeter and waterfront gardens of the capital.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Caviar & Bull

   19:30 – 21:00

   Experience modern gastronomy and ocean views in St. Julian's.

Head out for early boat trips before taking in city highlights and evening dining.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Waterbiscuit

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy a contemporary breakfast menu in fashionable St. Julian's.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Outdoor

   Comino's Blue Lagoon

   09:15 – 10:45

   Enjoy an early boat trip to Comino before the afternoon crowds arrive.

3. 11:00|12:15
   

   Outdoor

   Blue Grotto Boat Trip

   11:00 – 12:15

   Navigate through limestone caves along Malta's rugged southern shoreline.

4. 12:30|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Tartarun

   12:30 – 14:00

   Dine on Mediterranean seafood in the fishing village atmosphere of Marsaxlokk.

5. 14:15|15:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Valletta Exploration

   14:15 – 15:45

   View the Grandmaster's Palace and traditional wooden balcony architecture.

   • entryFree
6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Mdina and Rabat Adventure

   16:00 – 17:30

   Discover aristocratic palazzos in Mdina and craft workshops in Rabat.

   • entryFree
7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Shopping

   Sliema Shopping Spree

   17:45 – 19:15

   Explore luxury retail choices at The Point Shopping Mall in Sliema.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Bahia

   19:30 – 21:00

   Savour creative Maltese cuisine in an elegant restored townhouse.

Spend the morning shopping and sightseeing, followed by sea views and fine dining.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Manouche Craft Bakery

   08:00 – 09:00

   Sample French-style pastries and specialty coffee in St. Julian's.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Shopping

   Sliema Shopping Spree

   09:15 – 10:45

   Browse fashion boutiques along Bisazza Street and the Sliema seafront.

3. 11:00|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Valletta Exploration

   11:00 – 12:15

   Take a guided stroll past Fort St. Elmo and the lower gardens.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Terrone

   12:30 – 14:00

   Enjoy rustic Mediterranean cooking highlighting local catches along Birgu waterfront.

5. 14:15|15:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Mdina and Rabat Adventure

   14:15 – 15:45

   Walk through St. Paul's Catacombs and Mdina's grand cathedral square.

   • entryFree
6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Outdoor

   Comino's Blue Lagoon

   16:00 – 17:30

   Enjoy a sea breeze cruise across the northern bay toward Comino.

7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Blue Grotto Boat Trip

   17:45 – 19:15

   Experience late-afternoon light on the cliffside arches of the Blue Grotto.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Guze Bistro

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on seasonal Maltese dishes inside a 16th-century Valletta palazzo.

Combine the history of Rabat with coastal boat trips and boutique shopping.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe Berry

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy organic coffee and healthy breakfast options in Sliema.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Mdina and Rabat Adventure

   09:15 – 10:45

   Tour the ancient city walls of Mdina and historic religious sites in Rabat.

   • entryFree
3. 11:00|12:15
   

   Outdoor

   Blue Grotto Boat Trip

   11:00 – 12:15

   Take a boat excursion to see the vibrant marine waters beneath south coast cliffs.

4. 12:30|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Root 81

   12:30 – 14:00

   Dine on modern cuisine with sweeping valley views in Rabat.

5. 14:15|15:45
   

   Shopping

   Sliema Shopping Spree

   14:15 – 15:45

   Shop for international fashion labels and artisan goods in Sliema.

6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Valletta Exploration

   16:00 – 17:30

   Explore hidden side streets and historic squares across Valletta.

   • entryFree
7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Comino's Blue Lagoon

   17:45 – 19:15

   Sail past Gozo toward Comino's turquoise lagoon for late afternoon sun.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Fernandõ Gastrotheque

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy refined Mediterranean small plates and wine pairings in Sliema.

Conclude the trip with a comprehensive blend of lagoon cruising, city exploration, and Michelin dining.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Caffe Cordina

   08:00 – 09:00

   Return for a final morning coffee and sweet pastries in central Valletta.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Outdoor

   Comino's Blue Lagoon

   09:15 – 10:45

   Take a final morning trip to the shallow, crystal-clear waters of Comino.

3. 11:00|12:15
   

   Shopping

   Sliema Shopping Spree

   11:00 – 12:15

   Pick up souvenirs and high-end gifts from Sliema's boutiques.

4. 12:30|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Under Grain

   12:30 – 14:00

   Savour Michelin-starred French-inspired dishes in Valletta.

5. 14:15|15:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Valletta Exploration

   14:15 – 15:45

   Revisit favorite viewpoints and historic monuments in Valletta.

   • entryFree
6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Mdina and Rabat Adventure

   16:00 – 17:30

   Enjoy an afternoon walk through the ancient gates and alleys of Mdina.

   • entryFree
7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Blue Grotto Boat Trip

   17:45 – 19:15

   Conclude outdoor adventures with a final boat tour along the southern sea caves.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Rosami at The Villa

   19:30 – 21:00

   Celebrate the end of the trip with an exquisite tasting menu in St. Julian's.