Three Cities tour of Malta, 4.5 hours with pick-up

The Three Cities tour lasts 4 hours 30 minutes, with hotel pick-up and an English-speaking guide. It covers Cospicua, Vittoriosa and Senglea by minibus, with a ride in a dgħajsa, the traditional Maltese boat, across the harbour.

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Three Cities Tour

Pickup in Malta4 h 30
Guide in English

Cospicua, Vittoriosa and Senglea with an English-speaking guide, by minibus and dgħajsa.

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Practical details

Duration
4 h 30
Guide
In English
Pick-up
Between 8:15 and 9:15 am, from the main hotels in Malta
Included
Hotel pick-up and drop-off, air-conditioned minibus, dgħajsa ride
Stops
Cospicua, Vittoriosa, Fort St Angelo, Senglea

Before you go

The route

After pick-up, the minibus heads for the eastern shore of the harbour. The tour goes through Cospicua (Bormla) and Vittoriosa (Birgu), with Fort St Angelo, then boards a dgħajsa for a cruise that ends at Senglea and its Gardjola Gardens.

Across the harbour from Valletta

The tour stays on the far side of the Grand Harbour from Valletta, among Birgu, Senglea and Cospicua. Transport and the boat ride are already included.

Valletta

Who it suits

It suits people who have already seen Valletta and want to know another part of the harbour without organising transport. Pick-up is between 8:15 and 9:15 am, and you get the exact time after booking.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the Three Cities tour?

About 4 hours 30 minutes, including the time spent collecting guests from hotels.

Which are the Three Cities?

Vittoriosa (Birgu), Senglea and Cospicua (Bormla).

Is the guide English-speaking?

Yes, the tour is led by an English-speaking guide.

Will I be picked up at my hotel?

Yes, between 8:15 and 9:15 am from the main hotels in Malta. After booking, the provider writes with the exact time and place.

What is a dgħajsa?

It is the traditional Maltese boat. On this tour you take one for a ride around the harbour.