Malta Itinerary: October 6‑12, 2025

Day 1: Arrival in Valletta & Evening Walk

Morning: Arrive at Malta International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Valletta. Check‑in, unwind, and enjoy a light snack at a nearby café.

Afternoon: Settle into your rooms, unpack, and take a short rest. Take a gentle stroll through the historic streets, absorbing the city’s lively ambiance.

Evening: Enjoy a leisurely walk along the Upper Barrakka Gardens to watch the sunset over the Grand Harbour. Capture the panoramic view of the illuminated cityscape before heading back to the hotel.

Day 2: Valletta’s Heritage

Morning: Explore the baroque masterpiece St. John’s Co‑Cathedral and its stunning marble floor. Afterward, wander through the narrow lanes of the Merchant’s Street for local shopping.

Afternoon: Visit the National Museum of Archaeology to learn about Malta’s prehistoric culture. Pause for a Maltese lunch at a traditional restaurant.

Evening: Stroll down Sliema promenade for a seaside dinner, then return to Valletta for an evening drink at a rooftop bar.

Day 3: Valletta to the Coast

Morning: Take a short ferry ride to the Three Cities, exploring Vittoriosa and the Fort St. Angelo with its panoramic harbour views.

Afternoon: Enjoy a relaxing lunch at a waterfront restaurant in St. Julian’s, followed by a leisurely walk along the Bay of St. Paul’s Bay.

Evening: Return to Valletta for a dinner of fresh seafood at a harbor‑side restaurant and enjoy a night stroll along the City Gates.

Day 4: Valletta – Cultural Immersion

Morning: Visit the historic Fort St. Elmo and the interactive National War Museum. Continue to the Upper Barrakka Gardens for a panoramic view of the Grand Harbour.

Afternoon: Explore the vibrant Valletta Waterfront with its shops and cafés. Grab a snack at a local bakery and admire the colorful Maltese lace displays.

Evening: Attend a live performance at the Teatru Manoel or a local folk music night, then unwind at a cozy café.

Day 5: Transition to Mdina

Morning: Check out from the Valletta hotel and take a scenic drive to Mdina, the “Silent City.” Check in to your boutique hotel and drop off luggage.

Afternoon: Begin with a visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Cathedral Museum, learning about the island’s religious heritage.

Evening: Wander the quiet, narrow streets of Mdina’s old town, enjoying the lantern‑lit ambience, and enjoy a dinner of traditional Maltese dishes at a local inn.

Day 6: Mdina & Surroundings

Morning: Explore the Mdina Dungeons and the Palazzo Falsone, an elegant 18th‑century palace with exquisite interiors.

Afternoon: Take a short drive to the nearby town of Rabat to see the ancient St. Paul's Catacombs and the Rabat Square.

Evening: Return to Mdina for a sunset view from the city walls. Dine at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the island’s landscape.

Day 7: Departure from Malta

Morning: Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your hotel and take a final stroll through Mdina’s narrow lanes, buying any last‑minute souvenirs.

Afternoon: Check out of the hotel and travel to Malta International Airport.

Evening: Depart Malta with wonderful memories.

Time and Cost Estimates

• St. John’s Co‑Cathedral – 1.5 hrs – €10 (admission)
• National Museum of Archaeology – 2 hrs – €5
• Three Cities (Vittoriosa & Fort St. Angelo) – 3 hrs – €6
• St. Paul’s Bay walk – 1 hr – Free
• Fort St. Elmo & National War Museum – 2 hrs – €8
• Teatru Manoel performance – 2.5 hrs – €20
• St. Paul’s Cathedral (Mdina) – 1 hr – €7
• Mdina Dungeons – 1.5 hrs – €8
• Palazzo Falsone – 1 hr – €6
• St. Paul's Catacombs (Rabat) – 1.5 hrs – €7
• Lunch/ dinner meals (average) – 5 hrs – €120
• Transport (bus/ taxi) – 8 hrs – €40
• Total estimated cost: €246

Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a day trip to the stunning Blue Lagoon on Comino Island for a relaxing beach experience. Conversely, if you need to shorten the trip, you can skip the evening performance in Valletta and combine the Three Cities and the Three Cities tour with the Fort St. Elmo visit to reduce the itinerary by a day.