Day 1: Istanbul – Malta – 3 Cities – Marsaxlokk
Meet your coach at the front of the Turkish Airlines check-in counter (counters 1-27) in the international departures hall of Istanbul Airport at 05:30. After check-in, depart on Turkish Airlines flight TK1369 at 08:10 to Malta. Arrive in Malta at 08:45 local time. Enjoy a panoramic tour with our vehicle. Then visit the Three Cities, the first settlement of the Knights of Malta. Afterwards, go to the fishing village of Marsaxlokk known for its colorful boats and fish restaurants. Explore the organic market, traditional houses, and the village's historically important site where the Ottomans first landed on the island. Photo break and free time for lunch. Afterwards, transfer to the hotel.
Day 2: Mosta – Mdina – Rabat (Game of Thrones)
After breakfast at the hotel, depart for a full-day tour. Our first stop is Santa Maria Assunta Church, one of Europe’s largest domed churches. After visiting the church and learning about the WWII bomb found inside, proceed to Mdina. Visit the Government Palace, Casa Inguanez, the Cathedral, and Carmelite Church. Enjoy a break at Fontanella Cafe with a view. Guests may taste cakes or pastries. Then, take a short walk in Rabat and explore Malta’s modern face, including Sliema with some free time. Return to the hotel.
Day 3: Gozo Island – Dwejra – T’Pinu Church – Victoria Rabat – Xlendi – Mġarr
After breakfast, head to Cirkewwa Harbor to transfer to Gozo Island by ferry. The first sights are the Inland Sea and Manta Rock. Then visit T’Pinu Church. Afterwards, enjoy tasting local products such as honey, carob, olives, cheese, wine, and liqueur of Gozo. For lunch and free time, go to the village of Xlendi. Afterward, transfer to Rabat and visit St. George’s Basilica, walk through narrow streets. Return to Malta via Mġarr Harbor and transfer to the hotel.
Day 4: Valletta – Istanbul
After breakfast at the hotel, checkout at 11:00. Then transfer to the capital Valletta. See landmarks such as the Grand Master’s Palace, Upper Barrakka Gardens, Parliament Building, St. John’s Cathedral, and the Grand Library. After the tour, transfer to the airport. Complete check-in and baggage procedures, then depart on flight TK1372 at 19:15 to Istanbul. Arrive in Istanbul at 22:45 and end of the tour.