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Malta Highlights: Blue Grotto, Dingli Cliffs, Mdina
4.6
16 Ratings
Valletta Cruise Port
Discover Malta’s hidden gems: Blue Grotto, Dingli Cliffs, Mdina, Mosta Dome, and Valletta. Dive, explore, and immerse in rich history and stunning views.
Discover Malta’s hidden gems: Blue Grotto, Dingli Cliffs, Mdina, Mosta Dome, and Valletta. Dive, explore, and immerse in rich history and stunning views.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Blue Grotto (Il-Hnejja) - An amazing boat trip to visit the blue Grotto Caves.
Once upon a time, nestled along the rugged coastline of Malta, there was a mystical place known as the Blue Grotto. Legend had it that this cavernous marvel was the secret hideaway of the sea nymphs, who danced in its azure waters under the shimmering light of the sun….
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Blue Grotto (Il-Hnejja) - An amazing boat trip to visit the blue Grotto Caves.
Once upon a time, nestled along the rugged coastline of Malta, there was a mystical place known as the Blue Grotto. Legend had it that this cavernous marvel was the secret hideaway of the sea nymphs, who danced in its azure waters under the shimmering light of the sun. - Dingli Cliffs - Dingli Cliffs: Stand in awe at the edge of Europe’s highest cliffs, where the majestic Dingli Cliffs meet the endless expanse of the Mediterranean Sea.
- Mdina Old City - Mdina, often referred to as the “Silent City,” is a fortified medieval town located in the northern region of Malta. It served as the island’s capital until the medieval period and is one of the most historically significant locations in Malta. Mdina is characterized by its narrow, winding streets, imposing city walls, and well-preserved Baroque and medieval architecture. The town offers stunning panoramic views of the Maltese countryside and the Mediterranean Sea. With its rich history, cultural heritage, and picturesque surroundings, Mdina is a popular destination for tourists seeking to explore Malta’s past and immerse themselves in its timeless charm.
- Valletta City Gate - Valletta is the capital city of Malta, located on the country’s north-eastern coast. It’s renowned for its rich history, UNESCO-listed architecture, and strategic position in the Mediterranean. The city was founded by the Knights of St. John in the 16th century and is characterized by its well-preserved Baroque buildings, narrow streets, and imposing fortifications. Valletta is also home to numerous museums, churches, and gardens, offering visitors a fascinating glimpse into Malta’s past and present.
What's Included
- On-board WiFi
- Local driver who speaks English and Italian
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- On-board WiFi
- Local driver who speaks English and Italian
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Admission fees
- (OPTIONAL) Blue Grotto boat ride €10pp accepting cash only, if you’re interested bring some € cash.
- Admission fees
- (OPTIONAL) Blue Grotto boat ride €10pp accepting cash only, if you’re interested bring some € cash.
Additional Information
Discover the Wonders of Malta!
Blue Grotto: Immerse yourself in the enchanting depths of the Blue Grotto, a natural sea cave featuring stunning azure waters and fascinating limestone formations.
Dingli Cliffs: Marvel at the breathtaking views from Malta’s highest cliffs, where the impressive Dingli Cliffs meet the vast Mediterranean Sea….
Discover the Wonders of Malta!
Blue Grotto: Immerse yourself in the enchanting depths of the Blue Grotto, a natural sea cave featuring stunning azure waters and fascinating limestone formations.
Dingli Cliffs: Marvel at the breathtaking views from Malta’s highest cliffs, where the impressive Dingli Cliffs meet the vast Mediterranean Sea.
Mdina: Wander through the maze of narrow streets, medieval architecture, and sweeping views, experiencing centuries of rich history and culture.
Valletta: Stroll through the UNESCO-listed streets of Valletta, adorned with Baroque palaces, fortified walls, and lively markets.
From the depths of the Blue Grotto to the heights of the Dingli Cliffs, Malta offers a tapestry of wonders ready to be discovered. Plan your adventure today and experience the magic of the Maltese islands!
Location
Valletta Cruise Port
We will pickup all passengers at the Cruise terminal exit near the White taxis, In the morning of the activity we also send some meeting point pictures on WhatsApp to helps you get to the point more easy,
The Driver will pick you up on time as he cannot approach the pickup point before time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(16 Ratings)
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Lori_d
Jul 15, 2025
Wonderful Malta Tour! - This was exactly my kind of excursion! We were on a cruise, and as most cruisers know, ship excursions tend to leave very early in the morning. Unfortunately, my son had an injury and needed to see the ship’s doctor that morning, so we had to cancel our original excursion. I still wanted to explore Malta later in the day and was so glad to find this wonderful tour that offered an afternoon option.
There were six of us total—four others from our cruise and us—so it felt like a private small-group tour. We traveled in a comfortable Mercedes van with excellent air conditioning (a huge relief since it was a very hot day). The van even had a video system that provided helpful background information about Malta and the sites we were visiting, which really enhanced the drive between stops.
Our driver was professional and drove very smoothly, making the ride pleasant and safe. Upon boarding, we were given an agenda outlining the stops and time at each location, which I appreciated. The entire tour lasted about four hours, and the pacing felt perfect.
The first stop offered breathtaking views, and then we headed to the Blue Lagoon. This was the highlight for me! I would have completely missed this experience if we had stuck with the ship’s excursion. For €10 per person, we took a 30-minute boat ride through the caves and around the Blue Lagoon—it was absolutely gorgeous and worth every euro.
We visited several other sites before ending at the walled city, where we had free time to wander and explore on our own.
Malta itself was stunning, and I’m so thankful we found this tour. It didn’t have a lot of reviews at the time, but I can confidently say it was one of the best tours of our entire cruise. If you’re looking for a later start time or want a small group experience with knowledgeable commentary and excellent service, this is the perfect choice. We felt completely safe and well cared for the entire time. Highly recommended!
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Paola_r
Jun 29, 2025
Met expectations - We could know the most important points of the island. Transportation is comfortable. They were punctual every time.
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Peter_m
Jun 9, 2025
Wonderful - Great trip. Very well organised. Even got to see little videos on Malta whilst travelling. Friendly, safe. Would recommend.
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Ileana_d
Oct 14, 2024
The tour was amazing , it... - The tour was amazing , it moved at the perfect pace . All the stops were great , our favorite was the blue grotto and the walled old city . At the end he gave us the option to be dropped off at valleta or back at the boat . Our guide was great !
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Mary_f
Oct 8, 2024
Great Overview of Malta - While we imagine there’s more to Malta than the few places on the itinerary, we feel like we got a good overview for the time that we had. Our guide arrived on time, and we never felt rushed. He provided us with much information about the sights along the way and also the country and its fascinating history and culture. As an added bonus, he also used WhatsApp to send us some beautiful and dramatic photographs that were taken with a drone.
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Greg_m
Sep 22, 2024
Great way to see the best of Valletta - Great tour of Malta. We took a boat to see the blue grotto and then to the silent city Mdina. This was a perfect amount of time and saw the highlights. At the end Charlie gave us the option to shop in the main area, not to far from the ship or take us back to the ship. THank you Charlie for the great tour !!
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Hemang_d
May 7, 2025
great tour - great experience, nice water color. people are nice. had great time.
food was great. not too crowded
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Alisa_a
Aug 11, 2024
Glad we did it- but HOT. - So glad I did this from the cruise ship. I was happy they called me because I was standing down on walkway for cruise ships and they were up in the van on the street level. That was the most stressful part was finding them from ship. Once in the van (which needed AIR CONDITIONING!) it was great. Our tour guide was named Elena and she was delight. So kind and spoke English well. Our driver was Mark (the one who called me to say they were leaving without me if I didn't get up to road level) was also very nice. The tour itself was great. First stop was overlooking the Blue Grotto and it was gorgeous. Then we were able to go down to get on the boats to tour through- this was not included in our tour price, but was only $10 euros pp but they only took CASH. Then we headed up to another beautiful overlook of the the cliffs. There was a vender up there as well and thankfully they took cash. The van being hot was disappointing, but the tour and the tourguide and driver were amazing.
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Jason_n
Aug 11, 2024
Good tour. Bring cash for the blue grotto boat ride. - Tour was interesting and worth it. The scenery was amazing but the tour guide was ok.
One thing they don't tell you is to bring €10 CASH per person to take the must-see blue grotto boat tour. We were lucky we had cash but easily could have missed out.
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Alice_c
Aug 28, 2024
Better communication needed - There were a couple of challenges on this trip. Driver showed up 10 mins late - we were panicking that we were in the wrong location. No response from company when we reached out. When we stopped at the blue lagoon, driver did not provide times or expectations for return so several guests decided to go for a swim after the blue lagoon visit. We ended up waiting for them for 45 mins. Otherwise, it was fine. Primarily provided transportation around the city.
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