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Malta

A jewel in the midst of the Med

Tailor-made Malta holidays

Introduction

Just a three-hour flight from the UK, Malta is the perfect destination for a short break or longer holiday in the Mediterranean sun. It's a destination that, despite its small size, seemingly has it all, perfect for anyone with a penchant for history, culture, stand-and-stare architecture, gin-clear water and meals that revolve around the fishermen’s catch. And if you want that wrapped in a fabulous climate then you’ll find that too - April to October sees little else but sunshine, usually tempered by a cooling sea breeze.

Made up of seven small islands, there's plenty to keep you occupied, with the main island and its capital Valetta steeped in the past but also bustling with contemporary life.

Valetta & Mdina

The Knights of St John built the historic, fortified capital city of Valletta in the sixteenth century. Commanding an impregnable position over the peninsula, it's home to the Grand Master's Palace and the ornate Cathedral of St John. The former capital, Mdina, nicknamed the Noble City, has an air of elegance and is one of the finest surviving examples of a medieval walled city.


Mdina, Malta

Gozo

Gozo, Malta's smaller sister, is a charming island offering fine coastal walks and good swimming in secluded bays. There are also brilliant diving opportunities; indeed, the country is regarded as one of Europe's finest for diving. Gran Castel, the citadel of Gozo is a miniature version of Mdina, complete with cathedral, museums and folklore. Inland are the Ggantija Temples, which predate the Pyramids and Stonehenge and are considered the oldest freestanding stone structures in the world.


The island of Gozo

The Blue Lagoon

Just off the tiny island of Comino lies the Blue Lagoon. Plunge into the improbably coloured water or put on a snorkel and explore one of the Mediterranean's finest swimming spots.


The Blue Lagoon, Camino, Malta

 

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At a glance

Flying time from UK
3 hours

Time zone
GMT +1

Currency
Euro (€) = 10 cents

Language
Maltese, English

Travel advice
Check the FCDO for visa & travel advice

Special offers in Malta

Blue Mosque, Istanbul, Turkey

Athens to Rome on Seven Seas Grandeur

11-day luxury ocean cruise from £6,360 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Save up to 30%, suite upgrades and shipboard credit
Book by: 31 March 2024

Enjoy an in-depth appreciation of Turkey, Greece, Malta and Italy, taking in historic sites, captivating cities and beautiful coastlines in style aboard Seven Seas Grandeur.

Top itineraries in Malta

Port of Mgarr, Gozo Island

Malta & Gozo Island Discovery

8-day tailor-made holiday from £1,080 pp incl. flights

The Mediterranean islands of Malta, Gozo and Comino offer a combination of historical and cultural excursions as well as excellent quality accommodation and plenty of summer sunshine - making it an ideal destination for a short break or longer holiday with the family.

Valletta, Malta

Boutique Malta: Gastronomy & Culture

5-day tailor-made holiday from £2,680 pp incl. flights

Between private tours, and gastronomic delights, explore Malta’s fascinating past and present from your luxury hotel base in the heart of Valletta's World Heritage old town.

Monaco, Europe

Mediterranean & the Monaco Grand Prix with Silversea

13-day luxury ocean cruise from £10,400 pp incl. flights

Bask in the glory of sun-soaked Italy in May as you make your way down the coast toward Monte Carlo for a couple of high-speed days at the Monaco Grand Prix.

What our clients say about our Malta holidays

  • We were delighted with our week's break to Malta. As our first choice of hotel was not available, due to building work, we were given a very good second option and had an upgrade to our room with balcony and harbour view which was perfect.
    Arrangements went like clockwork – we had a prompt transfer from airport to hotel and again for the return journey to the airport. The hotel staff were very helpful.
    All in all a great restful holiday. Thank you.

    Anne A

  • Seat allocation on Air Malta flights worked well, despite lack of access to seat plan on website. Probably because Debbie contacted them in advance and requested special treatment!

    John J

  • Up to the usual high standards

    Michael M

Top places to stay in Malta

Battery Street, Valletta

Grand Hotel Excelsior, Malta

Contemporary hotel

Built to resemble a cruise ship, the Grand Hotel Excelsior is embraced by the sixteenth-century bastion walls of the ancient city of Valletta and provides expansive views of the historic Marsamxett Harbour and Manoel Island from its waterfront location.

Ta' Cenc Gozo

Hotel Ta' Cenc & Spa, Sannat, Gozo

Guide price from £780 pp

Built on the highest point of Gozo, Malta's quieter and more sedate neighbour, Hotel Ta' Cenc & Spa features 83 rooms - all recently refurbished - in terraced stone bungalows or detached 'Trullos' scattered throughout the flowering gardens.

Kempinski San Lawrenz Gozo

Kempinski San Lawrenz, Gozo

Guide price from £915 pp

Sleepy Gozo is an oasis of rolling hills, rugged cliffs, scenic bays and fascinating archeological sites, which can be explored at leisure from this luxury spa resort hotel.

Rosselli, Valletta

Rosselli, Valletta, Malta

Historic hotel

Located in the historic city of Valletta, Rosselli enjoys stunning panoramic rooftop views of the skyline. It makes the ideal luxurious base for exploring the many highlights of Malta, combined with Michelin starred dining, and a restored Palazzo dating back to the 1600s

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Malta articles

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The Making of Malta

Pete Mathers finds there’s much more to Malta than crowded dive sites and package holidays. 

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Why book with Wexas Travel?

At Wexas, we specialise in bespoke travel experiences. Our itineraries are just samples of what we can arrange, and can be changed depending on your precise needs, finances and ideas by our experienced destination specialists.

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