Ultimate Malta Day Tour: Discover Valletta, Mdina, and the Blue Lagoon

Day 1: Cultural & Natural Highlights

Malta, Malta on May 2, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Caffe Cordina

Start your morning with a traditional Maltese breakfast at Caffe Cordina, located in a beautiful historical building in Valletta. Enjoy freshly brewed coffee and pastizzi, a local savory pastry.
EUR8, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit St. John's Co-Cathedral

Explore this stunning baroque cathedral famous for its richly decorated interior and Caravaggio paintings. The cathedral opens at 9:00 AM, perfect to arrive early and avoid crowds.
EUR15, 1h0m

10:15am

Walk the Upper Barrakka Gardens

Enjoy panoramic views of the Grand Harbour and the historic harbor fortifications from these beautifully landscaped gardens offering great photo opportunities.
Free, 0h45m

11:15am

Travel to Mdina by taxi or bus

Head northwest to the medieval walled city of Mdina, about a 25-minute drive from Valletta. This drive offers a glimpse of the Maltese countryside.
EUR20 (Taxi fare approx.), 0h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Fontanella Tea Garden

Savor delicious Maltese and Mediterranean dishes with beautiful views over the island from this popular Mdina café. Their cakes and light lunch options are excellent.
EUR15, 1h0m

1:00pm

Explore Mdina Old City

Wander the narrow, quiet streets of the 'Silent City,' taking in remarkable medieval and baroque architecture, including St. Paul's Cathedral and city bastions.
Free, 1h30m

2:30pm

Head to Cirkewwa for Blue Lagoon boat tour

Travel to the northern coast to Cirkewwa port (approx. 45 minutes by bus or taxi) to catch a boat to the Blue Lagoon on Comino, famous for crystal-clear turquoise waters.
EUR15 (Taxi fare approx.), 0h45m

3:15pm

Blue Lagoon boat trip and swim

Take a relaxing boat tour around Comino with stops for swimming and snorkeling in the pristine Blue Lagoon, open until sunset. Bring swimwear and water shoes.
EUR20, 2h30m

5:45pm

Return to Valletta

Head back from Cirkewwa to Valletta by taxi or bus to freshen up before dinner.
EUR20 (Taxi fare approx.), 0h45m

7:00pm

Dinner at Nenu The Artisan Baker

Enjoy authentic Maltese cuisine in a cozy atmosphere, with traditional dishes like ftira and rabbit stew in this highly rated Valletta eatery.
EUR30, 1h30m
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