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 Mystical
Malta
Malta
Valletta, Mdina, Gozo, Blue
Grotto
Tour
IT12
- 9
Days/7
Nights from $1,229
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FreeGate
Included Features
- Round trip economy class airfare from New York to Malta
- 7 nights hotel accommodation in Malta
- 5 days of guided sightseeing
- Sightseeing in air-conditioned vehicles with multilingual
guides & entrance fees for the tours
- Hotel service charges and taxes
- Meals as per itinerary: B = breakfast (7), L = lunch
(3),
- Airport transfers and baggage handling
- FreeGate travel bag and docu- ment portfolio
Itinerary
DAY 1: USA/MALTA
Depart on your overnight transatlantic flight to Malta.
DAY 2: MALTA
Arrive this afternoon in Malta. You will be met at the airport
by FreeGate representatives and assisted in your transfer
to your hotel.
DAY 3: VALLETTA (B)
After breakfast at the hotel, start your day with a drive
to Valetta for a tour of the city. Walk to the Upper Barracca
Gardens for a panoramic view of the Grand Harbour. Then
on to St. John's Cathedral, Malta's greatest treasure, featuring
the famous painting by Caravaggio. Then, proceed to the
Grand Masters' Palace, which houses the Parliament and offices
of the President of Malta. Here you will visit the State
Rooms, Tapestry Chamber and Armoury. Your tour ends with
a Spectacular Sound and Vision show of the history of the
Maltese Islands. Return to your hotel.
DAY 4: MDINA (B, L)
After breakfast you will be driven towards Ta' Qali to the
Crafts Village to watch local artisans producing typical
Maltese ware, such as glass, silver, filigree and pottery.
Continue to Mdina, the Silent City, with its defense bastions
dating back to the 9th Century. Walk through the town, visit
St. Paul's Cathedral, and then on to the Bastions for a
panoramic view of the Island. Continue to Rabat to visit
the Roman Villa with its mosaic floors and St. Paul's Catacombs.
Lunch will be served in one of the village's restaurants.
Then on to Dingli Cliffs for a panoramic view of the open
sea. Finally, drive to Mosta to visit its famous Dome.
DAY 5: GOZO (B,L)
Morning ferry ride to the magical island of Gozo, the legendary
abode of Calypso.You will visit the Ggantija Prehistoric
Temples in Xaghra, and then proceed to Dwejra to see the
'Azure Window', Fungus Rock and the Inland Sea. After lunch
you will depart to Xlendi Bay or Marsalforn Bay. Continue
your tour visiting the Citadel, and Gozo's Cathedral in
the capital Victoria. Return to Malta.
DAY 6: THREE CITIES TOUR (B)
Commence today's tour with a drive to Vittoriosa. See the
early Auberges of the Knights, their Hospital, the Armoury,
the Treasury and Palace. Proceed to Sliema to embark on
a cruise around the two natural harbours on either side
of Valletta: Marsamxett and the Grand Harbour. A detailed
commentary will help you unfold the history of Valletta
and the 3 Cities connected with the two Great Sieges of
1565 and 1942.
DAY 7: MALTA (B)
Full day at leisure to explore on your own or just relax.
DAY 8: BLUE GROTTO (B, L)
Drive to the southern part of the island and start with
a visit to the three megalithic temples of Tarxien,Malta's
most important antiquities, considered to be unique in the
world. You then visit Ghar Dalam, 'The Cave of Darkness',
and its fossilized remains of prehistoric animals. Continue
to the fishing village of Marsaxlokk. After lunch,visit
Hagar Qim Temple. Continue to Wied iz-Zurrieq, for a boat
ride to the Grotto to view the magnificent underwater flora
(boat fare not included).
DAY 9: VALLETTA/USA (B)
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for
your departure flight.
| Accommodations |
OPTION
A |
OPTION
B |
| Valletta |
Waterfront |
Crown Plaza |
Departure
Dates & Prices
Tour
IT12 - Book
This Tour
| DEPART
USA: Saturday |
VALUE
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OPTION
A
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| Mar 13 2004, 20,
27 |
1,229
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1,419
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| Apr 3, 10, 17,
24 |
1,509
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2,029
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| May 1, 8, 15, 22,
29 |
1,599
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2,029
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| 5-Jun-12 |
1,599
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2,029
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| 19-Jun-26 |
1,849
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2,289
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| Jul 3, 10, 17 |
1,839
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2,289
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| 24-Jul-31 |
1,949
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2,349
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| Aug 7, 14, 21,
28 |
1,949
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2,349
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| Sep 4, 11, 18,
25 |
1,689
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2,099
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| Oct 2, 9, 16, 23,
30 |
1,599
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2,029
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| 6-Nov-13 |
1,229
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1,419
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| Nov 20, 27, Dec
4, 11 |
1,229
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1,269
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| 18-Dec |
1,509
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1,539
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| 25-Dec |
1,239
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1,419
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| Jan 1 2005, 8,
15, 22, 29 |
1,229
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1,609
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| Feb 5, 12, 19,
26 |
1,229
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1,269
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| Single room (add) |
180
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530
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| Triple room (deduct) |
40
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40
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Please call 1-888-FREEGATE (1-888-373-3428), or click
the "Book
This Tour" button above.
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