Malta Shore Excursions from Valletta - Private Tours of the Island
Malta is one of the most rewarding destinations on any Mediterranean cruise itinerary - a small island nation of extraordinary historical depth, where Neolithic temples older than Stonehenge, medieval fortified cities, Baroque palaces, and British colonial architecture sit within minutes of each other. Private Shore Trips offers Malta shore excursions from the Grand Harbour in Valletta, covering every major destination on the island with licensed English-speaking guides and private vehicles. Valletta itself is a UNESCO World Heritage capital city built by the Knights of St. John in the 16th century, with St. John's Co-Cathedral - housing two Caravaggio masterworks - and the Grand Master's Palace among the finest examples of Baroque architecture in Europe. Beyond the capital, Mdina is the silent medieval hilltop city that served as Malta's capital for centuries before Valletta was built. The Blue Grotto on the southern coast is accessed by private boat through sea caves lit from below by turquoise water. Marsaxlokk is the traditional fishing village of brightly painted luzzu boats. And Malta's prehistoric Mnajdra and Hagar Qim temples, dating to 3600-2500 BC, make the island one of the oldest continuously inhabited places in the world.
All Malta shore excursions from Private Shore Trips include a licensed English-speaking guide, a private vehicle for your group only, and our back-to-ship guarantee on every cruise excursion. Eight different itineraries are available ranging from 4-hour half-day tours focused on a single area to 8-hour full-day combinations including Valletta, Mdina, the Blue Grotto, and the prehistoric sites. Reserve with a $50 deposit.
