Malta in 4 days with Gozo and Comino

In four days, give two days to Valletta, the Three Cities and Mdina, then one to Gozo and one to Comino. The Three Cities tour covers the Grand Harbour in 4 hours 30 minutes with an English-speaking guide.

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The waterfront of Senglea, one of Malta's Three Cities8.2out of 10(1,406reviews)

Three Cities of Malta Tour

Pickup in Malta4 h 30
English-speaking guide

Birgu, Bormla and Senglea, with a boat ride around the Grand Harbour.

The ramparts of the Victoria Citadel on Gozo7.1out of 10(1,095reviews)

Gozo Day Trip

Pickup in Malta10 h
English-speaking guide

Ferry crossing and a guided visit of the island, with transfers.

Boats between the rocky shores of the Blue Lagoon on Comino8.4out of 10(423reviews)

Comino and Blue Lagoon Cruise

Buġibba6 h
English audio guide

A day on the boat with a stop at Comino.

Check the landing pass and the stops with the operator.

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Itineraries

Day 1 · Valletta and the Grand Harbour

Start in the upper town, visit the Upper Barrakka and keep the other half of the day for the Three Cities.

Valletta

Day 2 · Mdina and Rabat

Walk from the gate of Mdina to the bastions and pick a visit in Rabat. Leave some margin for Dingli if you have already planned the transfer.

Mdina and Rabat

Day 3 · Gozo

After landing at Mġarr, go to Victoria first, then to Dwejra or Ġgantija. Remember the last stretch to the harbour on the way back.

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Gozo

Day 4 · Comino

Board in Buġibba and match the pass to the time slot of your stop at the Blue Lagoon.

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Comino and the Blue Lagoon

How many days do you have?

Spread out the cities and crossings before you lock in bookings.

3 days

  1. Day 1
    Valletta and the Grand Harbour

    Pick one timed entry or a Three Cities tour, then plan the rest on foot.

  2. Day 2
    Mdina and Rabat

    Schedule the museum for when it is open and save the ramparts for free time.

  3. Day 3
    Gozo

    Work out your return from Mġarr before choosing between Dwejra and Ġgantija after Victoria.

    Comino

    Check the lagoon stop and the pass for going ashore.

See the itinerary

4 days

  1. Day 1
    Valletta and the Grand Harbour

    Pick one timed entry or a Three Cities tour, then plan the rest on foot.

  2. Day 2
    Mdina and Rabat

    Schedule the museum for when it is open and save the ramparts for free time.

  3. Day 3
    Gozo

    Work out your return from Mġarr before choosing between Dwejra and Ġgantija after Victoria.

  4. Day 4
    Comino

    Check the lagoon stop and the pass for going ashore.

See the itinerary

Frequently asked questions

Can I visit all three islands in four days?

Yes. Keep two days for the main island and one day each for Gozo and Comino.

When should I book the Comino pass?

First check your stop with the boat. If the pass is your responsibility, book the free access for that slot.

Source · Malta Tourism Authority · Blue Lagoon Pass · checked on

Where does the most convenient Three Cities tour start?

The tour includes pickup at the main hotels in Malta or at a nearby point. Check the one assigned to your booking.

How do I change the plan if the sea is rough?

Keep the two boat days flexible and check the operator’s notices. Mdina and Valletta are stops on land.

How do I shorten the trip to three days?

Keep Valletta and Mdina and use the third day for the island that interests you most.