Note: Guests must be able to walk approximately 600 yards over very uneven surfaces at the cliffs and numerous steps to reach the boat boarding area. The exact itinerary and cave viewing opportunities are dependent upon wind and weather conditions on the day of the excursion. Time permitting; guests will have approximately 45 minutes for shopping and browsing in Marsaxlokk. Please note the flea market generally closes at 4:00pm. The amount of walking while in Marsaxlokk is at the guests’ discretion. The drive to/from the port area is approximately 30 - 45 minutes, dependent upon traffic conditions.

Note: Guests must be able to walk approximately 1 mile over even and cobblestone surfaces in Valletta. Guests will have to navigate approximately 40 steps at the Cathedral and Palace. Mdina requires approximately 1 mile of walking over cobblestone streets. No vehicles are allowed in Mdina; therefore, this is a guided walking tour. Respectful attire that covers shoulders and knees should be worn in order to enter the Cathedral. Should the Magisterial Palace be closed due to official functions, the Palace Armory or National Museum of Archaeology will be substituted. Occasionally, the Cathedrals may be closed due to religious functions and are to be reconfirmed closer to the date of the call. Tour order may vary in order to avoid congestion at the venues.

Note: Guests must be able to walk approximately 300 yards over even surfaces and 2 - 3 steps to board the coach. The amount of walking during the free time is at the discretion of the guests.

You'll be escorted on foot through Mdina, Malta's "Silent City." Meaning "walled city" in Arabic, this former capital has played a key role in the island's history for more than 1,500 years. Few sights on Malta are as impressive as Mdina, and as one of the few remaining fortified medieval cities in the Mediterranean, it has special status. Marvel at the impressive Palazzi and churches as you stroll to the bastions to admire the stunning view of the surrounding countryside. Visit the 9th century Old Cathedral to view its collection of paintings and woodcarvings.

Rejoin your coach for the drive back to Valletta. You'll proceed on foot with your guide to visit the main sites within the city. You'll stop at Valletta's Upper Barracca Gardens for a panoramic view of the island's natural harbor. From this vantage point, you'll also see the fortified cities of Senglea, Cospicua and Vittoriosa.

A visit is made to St. John's Co-Cathedral, which contains Malta's finest art treasures and impresses with its striking interior. The church was built and paid for by French Grand Master de la Cassiere and was consecrated on February 20, 1578. A visit to the Oratory of the Cathedral, where Caravaggio's intensely moving picture "The Beheading of St. John" is found, is also included. Today, the cathedral is the final resting-place of many of the Knights, their headstones lining the cathedral floor. At the Magisterial Palace, the former residence of the Grand Masters of the Order, you'll tour the State Rooms, displaying period furnishings, artwork, and the Tapestry Chamber.

Note: Guests must be able to walk approximately 1 mile over even and cobblestone surfaces in Valletta. Guests will have to navigate approximately 40 steps at the Cathedral and Palace. Mdina requires approximately 1 mile of walking over cobblestone streets. No vehicles are allowed in Mdina; therefore, this is a guided walking tour. Respectful attire that covers shoulders and knees should be worn in order to enter the Cathedral. Please note that no stiletto shoes are allowed in St. John's Co-Cathedral. Occasionally the Cathedrals may be closed due to religious functions and are to be reconfirmed nearer the date of call. Should the Magisterial Palace be closed due to official functions, the Palace Armory or National Museum of Archaeology will be substituted. Tour order may vary in order to avoid congestion at the venues.

Continuing to Mosta, you will tour the well-preserved interior of the domed Cathedral that is considered to be the third largest in Europe. Your guide will relay its history and tell you about the miracle that saved the structure from destruction during World War II.

Note: Guests must be able to walk approximately 1 mile over cobblestone streets through Mdina, with 5 - 10 steps. Walking at the Handicrafts Village is at your discretion over mostly even surfaces. Respectful attire that covers the shoulders and knees should be worn in the Cathedral. Occasionally the Cathedral and the Mosta Dome may be closed due to religious functions and are to be reconfirmed nearer the date

Note: Guests must be able to walk approximately 100 yards over even surfaces with 10 steps to enter/exit the boat for the harbor cruise. Guests should use caution while entering/exiting the boat. The amount of walking involved during the free time is at the guests' discretion. Time permitting; guests will be given approximately 45 minutes for shopping and browsing in Sliema.

Note: Guests must be able to walk approximately 0.5 mile over cobblestone and uneven streets with 40 - 55 steps. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Due to berthing restrictions, the harbor cruise might start from Sliema Ferries. The harbor cruise is weather dependent and may be cancelled if local conditions deem necessary.

Join this 4X4 adventure where your safari leader driver will point out various locations and landscapes during the drive. This excursion offers a unique opportunity to see the varying scenery from a completely different perspective. All vehicles are brought to Pinto Wharf from where you will depart and proceed to the northern part of Malta Continue on Mellieha, drive past the Red Tower towards Anchor Bay and Golden Sands for a possible swimming stop. Proceed with a drive to Mgarr and Fomm ir-Rih with a photo stop at the Dingli Cliffs. Drive towards Ghar Lapsi and the Blue Grotto. You will return to the port via Marsaxlokk, time permitting.

Note: This excursion involves steep ascents and descents. Itinerary is subject to change depending on weather, terrain and road conditions. Final selection will be advised by the driver. No guide is inluded on this tour. Each vehicle accommodates 6 passengers including the driver. Group will follow in caravan formation with the lead guide/vehicle in the front. All vehicles must remain together with the group. Tour participation is extremely limited. Visibility from all scenic outlooks is dependent upon the weather and therefore cannot be guaranteed. This excursion is not recommended for guests who have back or hip problems, are pregnant, or suffer from motion sickness or vertigo. The vehicles are not air-conditioned. Participants will be required to sign waivers in order to participate on this excursion. Comfortable clothing and walking shoes, sunglasses, hat and a towel from the vessel are recommended. Participants should wear their swimsuit beneath their clothing if they plan on swimming. There are no changing facilities at the beach visited during this excursion.