Malta 7 Day Ala Carte
Package # 30
Prices starting at $1199
Package includes:
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RT Air from JFK, Washington Dulles or Boston
Chicago, Miami, San Francisco, LAX add $50
15DEC-24DEC same cities add $175
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RT Transfers
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Breakfast Daily
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5 Nights at the Victoria Hotel Sliema, Malta
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WiFi Internet Connection throughout the Hotel
Airport fees and Taxes about $165
The Maltese Island's are considered, by the world, as island's of peace. Malta is steeped in religious history which has helped to build our foundations and Malta as a
nation today. Where better to tour spiritual sites or discover masterpieces of church architecture and art, than on Islands with some 7000 years of religious beliefs. Click
here for Maltese History -Or click her for things to see, do, and learn Explore the
past live the present.
Ask us about our Optional Tours.
Whether traveling on business, attending a conference or simply dedicating time for yourself, we invite you to experience the luxury of being treated like Royalty. The Victoria, is a superior 4 star ‘boutique’ hotel, endowed
with superlative charm and character - a place where your presence makes the difference. We trust you will find our online information to your interest and look forward to greeting you here very soon.
The charming Victorian look is immediately recognizable once in the lobby, with its fireplace and chesterfield sofas; the Penny Black Lounge where one can sip cool cocktails or English teas in an informal ambience to The
Copperfield's Restaurant with its luscious buffets and superb a La Carte menu.
The Sir Walter Scott Terrace, the ultimate summer sensation, known for its elegant al fresco dining and live music under the stars. The high standard of residential comfort, the warm ambience and the friendly staff will ensure a
relaxed stay.
If you would like to fell like royalty and make all your family and friends feel regal, then book your stay at The Victoria Hotel. Set in a fresh Mediterranean blue decore or sumptuous Victorian mahogany style, our rooms have an
individually controlled air-conditioning and heating system, satellite telelvision, radio, minibar, direct dial telephone, tea & coffee making facilities, ADSL internet connection and other modern amenities for additional
luxury.
The high standard of residential comfort, the warm ambience and the friendly staff will ensure a relaxed stay.
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Optional Tours:
MONDAYS : HALF DAY
VALLETTA
AND
MALTA
EXPERIENCE
Departure from hotel in coach accompanied by guide to
Valletta
– The Capital City of
Malta
, the City built by the Knights of St. John. During our walking tour of the city, we will first visit the
Upper
Barracca
Gardens
which enjoy a wonderful view of the
Grand
Harbour
and the
Three
Historical
Cities
. We then visit
St. John’s
Co Cathedral which is historically and artistically one of the most important monuments on the island. The beginning of the building of this Conventual church started in 1573 by Grandmaster La Cassiere. Four hundred
memorial slabs cover the floor and the cathedral is full of beautiful paintings. Finally, we visit the Grandmaster’s Palace which has two lovely courtyards. In the Tapestry Chambers, one can see the priceless
Gobelein Tapestries.We will finally walk down Republic Street to Fort St. Elmo and we will view “The Malta Experience Show” which is an excellent multivision show (ca. 45minutes), which introduces visitors to Malta and its
people.
TUESDAY: HALFDAY MDINA
Departure from hotel in coach and we transfer to Mosta to visit the parish church dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. This church was built in the classical style and based on that of the Pantheon in
Rome
. It is said that the dome of this church is the third largest in
Europe
. We then drive to
Rabat
and we visit the catacombs of St. Catald, which are typical underground Christian cemeteries, which were common in the 4th century AD. Finally we walk to Mdina – the
Old
Capital
City
of
Malta
and we visit the cathedral which was built on plans by Lorenzo Gafà. We walk around the narrow and winding streets and enjoy the panoramic view of
Malta
from the historic bastions.
WEDNESDAY: HALF DAY THREE CITIES
Departure from hotel in coach accompanied by guide to visit the Three Historical Cities of SENGLEA, COSPICUA and VITTORIOSA. When the Knights first arrived in
Malta
, they chose as their home Vittoriosa (Birgu) because of its vicinity to Fort St. Angelo. In Cospicua (Bormla) one can admire The Cottonera Lines, the Santa Margherita Lines, Verdala
Fort & Barracks and the magnificent
Collegiate
Parish
Church
and its artistic Oratory. In Vittoriosa we will be able to visit the church dedicated to St. Lawrence and the
Maritime
Museum
.
Or
HALFDAY HARBOUR CRUISE
Departure from hotel by coach and accompanied by a fully licensed guide to Sliema Ferries. We embark on a
pleasure boat to visit the natural ports of Marsamxett and the
Grand
Harbour
whose natural creeks make this port one of the most beautiful in
Europe
. The view of the fortifications from the seaward side are unique and a treasure for photographers.
THURSDAY or Saturday FULL DAY GOZO EXPERIENCE
Departure from hotel in coach and we transfer to Cirkewwa for
ferry boat crossing to Mgarr - GOZO. The short trip from
Malta
to Gozo is in itself a pleasant experience especially on a fine day.
Mgarr
Harbour
is picturesque with all kinds of sea craft. We proceed to
DWEJRA
BAY
which is famous for its hanging window. We then proceed to
VICTORIA
which is in the centre of the island as well as being the centre of commerce. THE CITADEL is a medieval fortified town with massive bastions that date back to the 17th century. In the
afternoon we continue with our tour, visiting XLENDI BAY which has sheer Cliffs and clean water and is in itself a very picturesque little village and then finally to the Gozo Heritage
FRIDAY: HALF DAY BLUE GROTTO
Departure from hotel in coach accompanied by guide and we drive to Wied Iz-Zurrieq which is also a small fishing village. Subject to weather permitting we may take a small fishing boat to visit the BLUE GROTTO cave which can be reached only by sea. The cave is 40
metres in circumference and reaches a depth of 26 metres. The Blue Grotto faces east and it is at its best in the morning because the sunrays floodlight the entire grotto revealing its
beauty. (boat price not included – weather permitting). We finally drive to MARSAXLOKK fishing village which is
Malta
's largest fishing village.
Here one will be able to watch the fishermen mending their nets or painting their boats but above all admire this quaint village full of the typical colourful fishing boats.
or
FULL DAY BLUE GROTTO AND
TEMPLES
Departure from hotel in coach accompanied by guide and we transfer to the drive to Wied Iz-Zurrieq which is also a small
fishing village. Subject to weather permitting we may take a small fishing boat to visit the BLUE GROTTO cave which can be reached only by sea. The Blue Grotto faces the east and is at
its best in the morning because the sunrays floodlight the entire grotto revealing its beauty. (boat price not included – weather permitting). Lunch is served inone of the picturesque village. Then we go and visit the Tarxien
Temples and finally we drive to Birzebbuga to visit GHAR DALAM which is a 144 metre long natural cave.