5-Week Mediterranean Journey: Malta, Corsica, Sardinia, Provence, and Sicily

Day 1: Arrival in Malta

Valletta, Malta on May 12, 2025

10:00am

Check-in to accommodation

Settle into your centrally located accommodation in Valletta, Malta's capital city, known for its historic architecture and fortifications.

EUR0, 1h0m

11:30am

Breakfast at Café Cordina

Enjoy traditional Maltese pastries and great coffee at this iconic Valletta café, open 7:30am to 6:30pm.

EUR10, 1h0m

12:30pm

Explore Upper Barrakka Gardens

Walk through the beautifully landscaped gardens offering panoramic views of the Grand Harbour, perfect for a leisurely afternoon stroll.

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2:00pm

Lunch at Nenu the Artisan Baker

Savor traditional Maltese ftira (flatbread sandwich) in a cozy setting. Open 12:00pm to 3:00pm.

EUR15, 1h0m

3:30pm

Visit St. John's Co-Cathedral

Tour this baroque cathedral famed for its elaborate interior and Caravaggio paintings, open 9:30am to 4:30pm daily.

EUR15, 1h30m

5:00pm

Relax at hotel / free time

Unwind and explore nearby shops or take a short walk along the waterfront promenade.

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7:00pm

Dinner at Rampila Restaurant

Dine in an atmospheric setting within ancient fortress walls, offering Mediterranean cuisine with local ingredients. Open 6:30pm to 11:00pm.

EUR30, 2h0m

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Day 2: Malta Exploration

Valletta, Malta on May 13, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Caffe Jubilee

Start with traditional Maltese breakfast including bigilla and Maltese bread, open from 7:30am.

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9:30am

Day trip to Mdina

Visit the Silent City, an ancient walled medieval town offering narrow alleys and stunning views. Open all day.

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1:30pm

Lunch at Fontanella Tea Garden

Located in Mdina, famous for cakes and panoramic views. Open 10:00am to 6:00pm.

EUR15, 1h0m

3:00pm

Return to Valletta and visit the National Museum of Archaeology

Explore Malta’s prehistoric artifacts, open 9:00am to 5:00pm.

EUR10, 1h30m

5:00pm

Evening walk along the Valletta Waterfront

Experience the lively quay with shops and cafes in the late afternoon.

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7:30pm

Dinner at Rubino

Enjoy authentic Maltese dishes in a charming historic house, open 6:30pm to 10:30pm.

EUR30, 2h0m

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Day 3: Malta to Corsica

Ajaccio, Corsica, France on May 14, 2025

7:00am

Early breakfast and airport transfer

Have a quick breakfast in Valletta before heading to Malta International Airport for flight to Corsica, expected flight times around 2 hours with one connection.

EUR15, 2h0m

12:00pm

Arrival and check-in in Ajaccio

Settle into your accommodation in Ajaccio, the historic capital birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte.

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1:30pm

Lunch at A Nepita

Taste Corsican specialties such as wild boar and chestnut dishes at this popular Ajaccio restaurant, open daily 12:00pm - 2:30pm.

EUR25, 1h0m

3:00pm

Visit Maison Bonaparte

Explore the childhood home of Napoleon, now a museum with guided tours, open 9:30am to 5:30pm.

EUR7, 1h30m

5:00pm

Relax at Ajaccio Beach

Enjoy the late afternoon sun on the sandy shore, a short walk from the city center.

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7:30pm

Dinner at Restaurant Le 20123

Experience Corsican flavors and local wines in a warmly decorated setting, open 7:00pm to 10:30pm.

EUR30, 2h0m

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Day 4: Corsica Nature & Culture

Ajaccio, Corsica, France on May 15, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at A Casa di l’Orsu

Start your day with homemade Corsican pastries and coffees, open from 7:30am.

EUR10, 1h0m

9:00am

Day trip to Scandola Nature Reserve

Join a boat tour from Ajaccio to the UNESCO-listed Scandola Reserve, known for dramatic red cliffs and wildlife. Tours run 9:00am to 4:00pm, book in advance.

EUR60, 6h0m