Highlights of Malta - Full day Mosta, Crafts Village, Mdina & Valletta
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Highlights of Malta - Full day Mosta, Crafts Village, Mdina & Valletta

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Stop At: Mosta Parish, 15, Church Street, Mosta, Island of Malta MST 2015 Malta

During this Full Day Tour you will first visit Mosta, a central town famous for its Rotunda church. The Rotunda also famous as the Mosta Dome is the third largest unsupported dome in the whole World with an internal diameter of 37.2 metres and walls nearly 9.1 metres thick. This church was built in the 18th Century and became known throughout the country in 1942 when during World War II, a dropped bomb failed to explode, thus sparing the lives of some 300 people.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Ta' Qali Crafts Village, Attard, Ta' Qali, Island of Malta Malta

The next stop is the town of Ta’Qali, located nearby was once a British WWII outpost, but has been converted to a village for local handicrafts. Here you will be able to watch local artisans at work blowing elaborate glass art pieces, intricately assembling original silver filigree jewellery and many more. This is the perfect place to pick up treasures that will remind you of your Malta visit.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Mdina Old City, Pjazza San Publiju, Mdina, Island of Malta Malta

You will then visit Mdina. Mdina is built on a plateau in the centre of the island, the city’s old Baroque buildings, cathedral and magnificent bastion walls dominate the rural skyline. Mdina, once the capital city of Malta has had many names including Melita (Roman Occupation), Medina (Arabic Occupation), Citta’ Nobile (Knights of St. John) and Citta Vecchia (after Valletta was built). Today is also referred as the Silent City since it inspires tranquillity at any time of the day or night. The only way to really experience and enjoy this city is on foot, explore the quaint alleys, narrow streets, ancient buildings and magnificent far reaching views from the high bastion walls.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Valletta City Gate, Triq Ir-Repubblika, Valletta, Island of Malta Malta

Finally you will visit Valletta, Malta’s Capital City and a World Heritage Site. Valletta contains buildings from the 16th century onwards, built during the rule of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem, also known as Knights Hospitaller. You will walk through the bustling streets and to Barracca Gardens for a breathtaking panorama of the Grand Harbour. Here you will have free time for lunch.
You will then visit St. John’s Co-Cathedral where you will see the painting ‘The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist’ by Caravaggio, considered one of Caravaggio’s masterpieces and the only painting signed by the painter.

Duration: 3 hours

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Included
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • St. John’s Co-Cathedral Ticket & Mosta Church Ticket.
  • Pick up/drop off from hotel/location
  • English speaking guide
  • Entry/Admission - Mosta Parish
  • Entry/Admission - Valletta City Gate
Not included
  • Lunch
  • Entrance to museums & other sites
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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