Details
Immerse yourself in Malta's extraordinary history with a fascinating boat trip around the magnificent Marsamxett Harbour and Grand Harbour, which embrace the beautiful Valletta. During this mini cruise, we will have the chance to relive the past and admire the imposing forts, majestic battlements and picturesque coves that adorn Valletta and its surroundings. Prepare to be captivated by unique views of the city, providing the perfect opportunity to capture unforgettable photographs!
After being picked up by shuttle from your accommodation or a nearby meeting point, our team will accompany you to the embarkation point, where you will board our spacious boat. We will then begin our exciting mini cruise, heading first to the majestic Marsamxett Harbour. This enchanting place will transport you on an unforgettable journey through time. While navigating, we will admire Manoel Island, home to the imposing Lazaretto and Fort Manoel, recognised as Malta's UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1998. We will then continue along the coast of Valletta to enter the Grand Harbour, where we will encounter fascinating sights, including Fort St. Angelo, a majestic fortress dating back to the 16th century. During the mini cruise, our knowledgeable guides will share fascinating historical insights, enhancing your experience with captivating narratives and anecdotes.
The boat trip will conclude with a delightful shore stop in Sliema. Here you can shop at the many stores in the area or unwind at one of the charming restaurants and cafes scattered along the promenade and its enchanting surroundings. After about 1 hour and a half, we will regroup at a designated meeting point indicated by your guide and take you back to your accommodation.
Highlights
- Guided tour of the Marsamxett Harbour & Grand Harbour
- Stop in Sliema for approximately 1.5 hours to visit the city
- Pick-up from your accommodation
Itinerary
- Marsamxett Harbour
- Grand Harbour
- Sliema (shore stop of about 1.5 hours)
How to get there
We will meet at your accommodation or an agreed meeting point, where a shuttle will pick you up between 13:30 and 14:20.
Characteristics of the boat
- Number of passengers: 300
- Sun-protected area
- Restrooms
- Free WiFi
- Bar selling snacks and drinks (only cash payment accepted)
Included services
- Pick-up from your accommodation or a nearby meeting point (to be arranged after booking)
- Licenced guide (after booking, please indicate a language preference between English, Italian, French, Spanish and German)
Bring along
- Sunscreen
Good to know
- You can bring food and drinks on board
- Accessible to wheelchairs
- Accessible to strollers
- Only service animals allowed