Half day private tour around malta
Description
I wanted to share some exciting details about our customized private tour in Malta that I think you’ll love. This tour is uniquely designed to cover most of the breathtaking landmarks on the island, allowing you to immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of Malta at your own pace. With our private option, you can take your time at each location without the rush often found in larger group tours. Whether it’s soaking in the views, snapping photos, or simply enjoying the vibrant culture, our goal is to make your experience memorable and enjoyable.
Tour Options
Itinerary
This popular site attracts thousands of visitors per year, with tourists flocking here to see the amazing grotto via local boat trips (which rarely get crowded, despite the big numbers). It’s also a very popular diving, snorkelling and swimming spot, with very clear, clean and deep waters. Blue grotto boat ride cost of 10 Euros per person.
Mdina was founded over 4000 years ago. It is the oldest fortified medieval town in Malta and sits on top of a hill. Mdina is said to have been where St Paul, the Apostle rested when he was shipwrecked. So if this is to be believed, this is a very ancient city. Its architecture is a mixture of baroque and medieval and there is just no place like it.
Located on Malta’s western coast, at 253 metres above sea-level the Dingli Cliffs are the highest part of the Island. The cliffs became a popular attraction for tourists visiting Malta, heading there for a peaceful walk with boasting views of Filfa and the Mediterranean sea.
Get a stunning view of Malta's natural ports from Valletta's Barrakka Gardens. At noon and 4 o'clock a commemorative salute with traditional canons is performed in remembrance of the fallen world war 2. After returning back to cruise port terminal.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Cruise port we meet near a store called JILDA and inside the airport with my logo sign on both pickup point
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Booster seat
Reviews(77)
We recently booked a private van tour of Malta. We knew we would have seniors with us, and that’s why we booked a tour where we could have flexibility and control of the itinerary. When we arrived to the time and place we’d set for meeting, the tour van was nowhere to be found. We had to call and coordinate with the central office, and started the tour late. First stop: We stopped in the market for a few minutes, enjoyable but unremarkable. Second stop: We then proceeded to the Blue Grotto. The view is indeed spectacular. We couldn’t go down to a boat because of seniors mobility issues (88, 85, 84 and 81). The next stop was Mdina. We asked if there would be a place for the seniors to wait, like a restaurant, while we walked in Mdina. Our tour guide said there would be a bench in the sun, that there were no restrooms or restaurants in Mdina. She said that the only available bathroom would be the one in the outlook for the blue grotto. So, without another option, the seniors went down a ramp to go to the bathroom and had extreme difficulty coming back up. We asked if they could stay in the van while we walked around for an hour in Mdina. She said she couldn’t leave the AC on while they were inside because: “running AC would be a waste of diesel”. We asked if she could take them back to the port and then be back to pick us up in 1h, since the round trip drive would only be 50 minutes. She said she couldn’t do it. We decided to go anyway. We got to Mdina, and surprise! There was plenty of shade, plenty of restaurants and plenty of benches in the shade. Our tour guide was completely unknowledgeable. The answers to our questions were met with one sentence answers. She didn’t know any facts, history, or stories about Malta. She did mention the runway of the airport was above us in a tunnel. When we got to the blue grotto she said, and I’m not exaggerating: “when you board the boat, there will be a view of the sea”. When I asked about the history of Malta, silence. Then, after we got we back from the market, she read basic facts from Wikipedia out loud. Throughout the whole tour, the guide was constantly on the phone while driving. The only good thing I can say is that she drove and didn’t crash.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I am sorry that the tour did not meet your expectations. I would, however, like to clarify a few points for future readers. The tour started later than planned due to difficulties locating the meeting point at the cruise terminal, and we remained committed to completing the agreed itinerary within the booked time. Regarding Blue Grotto, the decision not to take the boat ride was based on the mobility limitations within your group. Access to the boats involves several steps and can be challenging for elderly guests. Safety is always my priority. With respect to Mdina, there are indeed restaurants, cafés, benches and public facilities available. I regret if there were any misunderstanding regarding the options that could accommodate members of your party with reduced mobility. As a driver, I also have operational limitations and cannot leave some guests unattended in the vehicle with the engine and air conditioning running for an extended period, nor can I split the service by returning to the port and then coming back while the rest of the group remains in Mdina. I always do my best to adapt tours to the needs of each family and group. However, private tours still operate within the booked duration, logistical constraints and safety considerations. I genuinely regret that your experience did not reflect the level of service I strive to provide and wish you all the best in your future travels.
The driver is not a tour guide. He did not know the specific history of Malta and was not able to take us for walking tours
Hello Elyse Thank you for sharing your review, as it is stated in the product it is with knowledgeable driver , Simon was with you never had any issue, always positive reviews had
This will be a duel review. The beginning was a one star experience. The driver showed up and we got in his car. Then he told us that the AC in his car was not working. He told us we could stay with him or transfer to another driver. Since it was going to be a hot day we said we would take the next driver, 15 minutes later the new driver showed up. Then new driver was Kevin and he was fabulous. I would give Kevin 5 stars. He drove us where we wanted to go and took us places we didn’t even know about. We would book Kevin again if we return to Malta. One other note, the drivers use their personal vehicles so there isn’t any water or Wi-Fi. Viator needs to be more careful in their descriptions to ensure that everything they say will be there is actually there.
Carmel was wonderful. Our trip was booked for the incorrect date but the tour guide made adjustments to accommodate our schedule. Carmel our driver took us all around and provided great information as we traveled. He was ver pleasant and courteous. Viator phone rep was very good. The chat representative was not helpful at all.
Very pleasant and convenient way to see all of these sites. John is extremely knowledgeable, courteous and a delight to spend an afternoon with. He made us feel welcome and provided a comfortable pace for enjoying the experiences
The guide (Kenneth) was fantastic. His plan to get us to the sites before they became busy was perfect. I highly recommend using this company.
It was the perfect experience in Malta. Very easy pick up at the port. Simon was very kind and patient with a family member who walks slowly. He bought us Maltese treats to try. We had an amazing time.
Jonathan, our guide, was extremely professional and friendly. He is a very safe driver and his knowledge of Malta was excellent. A thoroughly enjoyable experience, highly recommended.
Our guide was knowledgeable and we were able to see so much! He treated us to the local delicious food. He is a fun person and knows history! This was my favorite place to visit!
Very comprehensive Malta tour done in 3 hours. Our guide, Jonathan S. was extremely knowledgeable!!!
