Best of Malta & Sicily | Partially Guided Tour | 15 Days

The tour starts in Marsaxlokk, Malta’s historic fishing village, known for its colourful boats, waterfront eateries, and bustling Sunday market. We then head to Wied Iż-Żurrieq to admire the stunning Blue Grotto, a sea cave complex with breathtaking views, featured in major films. Optional boat trips to the grotto are available (weather permitting, fee not included). The final stop is Qrendi, a quiet traditional village full of charm and character.

Meals Included:

Breakfast

Discover Valletta’s vibrant streets and diverse architecture, from 16th-century Baroque to Neo-Classical and Modern styles. Visit the Upper Barrakka Gardens for stunning Grand Harbour views, explore the impressive St. John’s Co-Cathedral, and enjoy The Malta Experience audio-visual show for an engaging overview of the island’s history. Overnight in Malta.

Meals Included:

Breakfast

Make your way to the ferry for a scenic cruise to Comino, passing Sliema, St. Julian’s, and other picturesque bays. Enjoy a day of swimming, snorkeling, relaxing, or exploring the island. On the return, pass by the Comino Sea Caves. From June until October (weather permitting), a stop of approximately 45 minutes at the Crystal Lagoon is also included. Overnight Malta.

Meals Included:

Breakfast

Begin with a panoramic drive through Cospicua, the largest of the historic Three Cities, known for its impressive fortifications. Continue to Vittoriosa for a guided walk through its charming streets, then enjoy a traditional Frejgatina boat tour of the harbor creeks. End the tour in Senglea with panoramic views of the Grand Harbour from Gardjola Gardens. Overnight Malta.

Meals Included:

Breakfast

After a short ferry ride to Gozo, visit the UNESCO-listed Ġgantija Temples, then explore Victoria and its iconic Citadel. Continue to scenic Xlendi Bay, nestled between cliffs, and end the tour at Dwejra, a natural and historical gem on Gozo’s western coast. Overnight Malta.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch

Explore the medieval walled city of Mdina with a local guide, discovering its rich history, stunning palazzos, churches, and panoramic views from the bastion walls. Exit through the Greeks Gate and visit the St. Cataldus Catacombs in nearby Rabat, then continue to the scenic Dingli Cliffs, Malta’s highest point. After lunch, stroll through the 17th-century San Anton Botanical Gardens in Attard, adjacent to the Maltese President’s residence. Next, explore traditional crafts at the Ta’ Qali Artisan Village, and end the day with a visit to the iconic Mosta Dome. Overnight in Malta.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch

Transfer to Malta airport for your flight to Catania (flight not included). Upon arrival, transfer from Catania airport to your hotel. Overnight Catania.

Meals Included:

Breakfast

After breakfast, depart for Syracuse to explore the Archaeological Park of Neapolis, once the largest Greek colony in Sicily. Visit Ortigia’s charming old town, including Piazza Duomo and its Cathedral. Continue to Noto, the “stone garden” and capital of Sicilian Baroque, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can stroll through streets adorned with elegant palaces, churches, and intricate façades. End the day in Ragusa for overnight.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, explore Ragusa Ibla with its charming churches and the Ibleo Garden. Continue to Modica to admire its Baroque treasures, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy a tasting of local specialties. Proceed to Piazza Armerina to visit the Villa Romana del Casale, a late imperial UNESCO site, before transferring to Agrigento for overnight.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, visit the Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring the temples of Juno, Concordia, and Hercules. Continue to Marsala, rich in Phoenician, Arab, and Norman heritage, and enjoy a tasting of its local wine. Travel along the Via del Sale to the Stagnone Lagoon and salt pans, an important nature reserve and one of the world’s oldest salt mining sites. Arrive in Palermo in the evening for your overnight.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast in the hotel and departure to visit Monreale, with its impressive Arab-Norman Cathedral and stunning Cloister. Return to Palermo. This city preserves monuments of the Arab-Norman period, including the beautiful Cathedral, the fascinating Byzantine Church of the Martorana and the Palatine Chapel, a higher example from the historical-artistic point of view of the coexistence between cultures and religions. Along the visit stop for a food surprise in a local bakery. Overnight in Palermo.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast in the hotel and departure to Cefalù, a beautiful medieval maritime village with its Norman Cathedral. Time at leisure to visit the famous Mandralisca Museum. Proceed to Catania. Visit the old town centre and its baroque architecture, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a walk in the centre, passing through the old ‘pescheria’ (old fish market) to reach the scenic Piazza del Duomo with its stunning Cathedral and the lava stone Elephant (symbol of the city). Stop in a delicious bar to taste the local granita with brioche. Overnight in Catania.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, visit Catania’s historic fish market before heading to Mount Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore Etna Park, including Rifugio Sapienza and the Crateri Silvestri, enjoying panoramic views of volcanic cones, the Aeolian Islands, and Calabria. Stop at a beekeeping farm to see honey production and taste local specialties. Continue to Taormina to visit the Greco-Roman theatre and admire breathtaking views of Naxos Bay and the Riviera dei Ciclopi. Return to Catania for overnight.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, end of our services.

Meals Included:

Breakfast

In Malta:

Touring with multilingual guide

In Sicily:

Touring with English speaking guide

Tours as per itinerary

14 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 2 Dinners

In Malta:

Shared return airport transfers

Transportation by air conditioned vehicle during sightseeing tours

In Sicily:

Private arrival transfer in Catania

Transportation by air conditioned vehicle during sightseeing tours

In Malta:

Entrance fees

In Sicily:

Typical product tastings:

• Modica: visit to the famous Sabadì chocolate shop with tasting
• Marsala: visit to the Florio wine cellar with tasting
• Palermo: gastronomic surprise with street food tasting
• Catania: “granita and brioche” tasting
• Etna: visit to a honey factory tasting typical Etna products

Entrance fees in Sicily (can be added at time of booking)

Flight from Malta to Catania

Tips and gratuities

Tourist taxes (these are paid locally)

Passport or visa fees

Any beverages or food not listed in itinerary

Baggage and personal insurance of any kind

Any other items of personal nature