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1 Contents MALTA HELLo Discovering Gozo...Page 3 The Three Cities & Wine Tasting Tour...Page 4 Full Day Tour to Mosta, Crafts Village, Mdina & Valletta...Page 5 Night Tour to Valletta, Mosta & Mdina...Page 6 The Tour of Mosta, Ta Qali Crafts Village & Mdina...Page 7 Gozo with a Difference...Page 8 The tour of Valletta, Malta s Capital City...Page 9 Malta s Scenic Tour...Page 10 The Second World War in Malta & its British History...Page 11 The Dark Side of Valletta...Page 12 Prehistoric Temples Tour...Page 13 Rabat, Mdina & San Anton Gardens...Page 14 Blue Grotto & Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village...Page 15 Village Fireworks...Page 16 A visit to the Bird Park & the Aquarium...Page 17 Vintage Bus Tour to Vittoriosa, Cospicua & Senglea...Page 18 Full Day to Blue Grotto, Marsaxlokk & Valletta in Hungarian Language...Page 19 Full Day Tour to Gozo in Hungarian...Page 20 Full Day to Mosta, Mdina, Ta Qali in Hungarian Language...Page 21 Terms & Conditions...Page 23 2

2 MALTA HELLo EVERY Monday & Friday Discovering Gozo After a twenty minute crossing, on setting foot in Gozo you will note that although both islands are similar in history and development, Gozo has a character entirely of its own. Gozo, which is a three hilled island, is greener and more picturesque than Malta. During this tour you will visit The National Shrine of the Blessed Virgin of Ta Pinu which is a Roman Catholic basilica and national shrine located 700 metres from the village of Gharb. The basilica is located in the edge of a cliff in open countryside which allows visitors to enjoy beautiful views of the area. You will then visit Dwejra Bay where you could see until 8th March 2017, a natural arch featuring a table-like rock over the sea. Here, you will also see The Inland Sea & il-gebla tal-general. If weather permits, you can also purchase a short boat ride. A visit to a Crafts Shop is a must. At this shop you will see stone works, marble, traditional food, local lace and many other items. This is the perfect place where you can buy a souvenir which will remind you of Gozo. You will then visit Victoria which is the capital of Gozo. Victoria is the name given in 1897 by the British government on the occasion of Queen Victoria s Diamond Jubilee, at the request of the Bishop of Malta, Mons. Sir Pietro Pace. However Gozitans still often refer to it by its old name, Rabat. The area around Victoria, situated on a hill near the centre of the island has been settled since Neolithic times. In the centre of Victoria lies The Cittadella, a historic fortified city. The Cittadella also called at The Citadel, is on Malta s tentative list of future World Heritage Sites by UNESCO, who describes it as a small fortified town. An old prison is located within the city, as are the Courts of Justice. After this visit you will stop for lunch in a restaurant in Rabat. Finally you will drive to Mgarr Port via Qala Belvedere where breath-taking scenes can be enjoyed. You will then have a short ferry crossing back to Malta and will be dropped-off at your hotel. Adults Eur 55 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur 35 Children under 5 years - To pay the Gozo Ferry Ticket only directly at the port includes: Gozo Full Day Tour Gozo Ferry Ticket Buffet Lunch Trackless Train to Cittadella Attard 0740 Valletta 0750 Sliema 0800 St. Julian s 0815 St. Paul s Bay 0830 Bugibba 0835 Qawra 0840 Golden Bay 0850 Mellieha 0900 Cirkewwa

3 MALTA HELLo EVERY TUESDAY The Three Cities & Wine Tasting Tour The Three Cities is a collective description of the three fortified cities of Cospicua, Vittoriosa and Senglea. During the tour you will drive past Cospicua, a double-fortified harbour city and the largest of the three. It was also given a title as Citta Cottonera, but erroneously the title is now used to define the whole region. You will then arrive in Vittoriosa. Vittoriosa is ideally situated for safe anchorage and over time it has developed a very long history with maritime, mercantile and military activities. Prior to the establishment of Valletta as capital and main city of Malta, military powers that wanted to rule the Maltese islands would need to obtain control of Vittoriosa due to its significant position in the Grand Harbour. The third city Senglea is also called Civitas Invicta because it managed to resist the Ottoman invasion at the Great Siege of The name Senglea was given by the grandmaster who built it, Claude De La Sengle. The island on which Senglea lies was joined by a land bridge to Cospicua during the time of the Knights of St. John and as a result, it became peninsular in shape. During this tour you will walk through the various narrow streets shaded by many historic churches and buildings. You will then drive to the Marsovin Cellars in Marsa. The wine tasting tour commences with a historical introduction amongst original artefacts, followed by an explanation about the process of how the locally grown grapes are pressed, fermented and eventually transformed into wine. A walk through the 400-year-old Ageing Cellars is an authentic and true piece of Maltese heritage. The wine sampling is held in the Marsovin wine bar, where trained staff guide guests through a wine tasting session to sample different Marsovin wines accompanied by a selection of local savouries like maltese bread and cheese. At the bar one also has the opportunity to purchase local Marsovin wines. Adults Eur 30 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur 23 4 includes Three Cities & Wine Tasting Half Day Tour Tasting of Wine & Local Savouries Cirkewwa 0830 Mellieha 0840 Golden Bay 0850 St. Paul s Bay 0900 Bugibba 0905 Qawra 0910 St. Julian s 0910 Sliema 0855 Valletta 0840 Attard 0830

4 Every TUEsday MALTA HELLo Full Day Tour to Mosta, Crafts Village, Mdina & Valletta During this Full Day Tour you will first visit Mosta, a central town famous for its Rotunda church. The Rotunda also famous as the Mosta Dome is the third largest unsupported dome in the whole World with an internal diameter of 37.2 metres and walls nearly 9.1 metres thick. This church was built in the 18th Century and became known throughout the country in 1942 when during World War II, a dropped bomb failed to explode, thus sparing the lives of some 300 people. The next stop is the town of Ta Qali, located nearby was once a British WWII outpost, but has been converted to a village for local handicrafts. Here you will be able to watch local artisans at work blowing elaborate glass art pieces, intricately assembling original silver filigree jewellery and many more. This is the perfect place to pick up treasures that will remind you of your Malta visit. You will then visit Mdina. Mdina is built on a plateau in the centre of the island, the city s old Baroque buildings, cathedral and magnificent bastion walls dominate the rural skyline. Mdina, once the capital city of Malta has had many names including Melita (Roman Occupation), Medina (Arabic Occupation), Citta Nobile (Knights of St. John) and Citta Vecchia (after Valletta was built). Today is also referred as the Silent City since it inspires tranquillity at any time of the day or night. The only way to really experience and enjoy this city is on foot, explore the quaint alleys, narrow streets, ancient buildings and magnificent far reaching views from the high bastion walls. Finally you will visit Valletta, Malta s Capital City and a World Heritage Site. Valletta contains buildings from the 16th century onwards, built during the rule of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem, also known as Knights Hospitaller. You will walk through the bustling streets and to Barracca Gardens for a breathtaking panorama of the Grand Harbour. Here you will have free time for lunch. You will then visit St. John s Co-Cathedral where you will see the painting The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist by Caravaggio, considered one of Caravaggio s masterpieces and the only painting signed by the painter. Adults Eur 47 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur 37 Children under 5 Years Free includes Full Day Tour to Mosta, Crafts Village, Mdina & Valletta St. John s Co-Cathedral Ticket Mosta Church Ticket Cirkewwa 0830 Mellieha 0840 Golden Bay 0850 St. Paul s Bay 0900 Bugibba 0905 Qawra 0910 Attard 0830 Valletta 0840 Sliema 0855 St. Julian s

5 MALTA HELLo EVERY TUESDAY Night Tour to Valletta, Mosta & Mdina An enjoyable, interesting and relaxing tour starting with a visit to the capital city Valletta. You will first drive around the city where you will be able to see the fortifications and the way Valletta is magically lit at night. The coach will stop you at the Valletta Waterfront for a photo stop and you will then proceed to the main gate of Valletta. After a short walking tour of Valletta, you will watch the Malta 5D Show where you will discover the history of Malta in a different and enjoyable way. After the show, the coach will drive you to Mdina, famous as the Silent City since it inspires tranquillity at any time of the day especially during the night. The only way to explore Mdina is on foot. At Mdina, once the capital city of Malta, you will walk through the quaint alleys, narrow streets and you will see St. Paul s Cathedral beautifully lit and the view of the island from the high bastion walls. In Mdina you will have time for a drink or a coffee. The last stop is Mosta Dome, the third largest unsupported dome in the whole world. The 18th century church became known throughout the country in 1942 when during World War II, a dropped bomb failed to explode thus sparing the lives of around 300 people. Adults Eur 25 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur 17 includes Night Tour to Valletta, Mosta & Mdina The Malta 5D Show Cirkewwa 1900 Mellieha 1910 Xemxija 1920 Golden Bay 1920 St. Paul s Bay 1930 Bugibba 1935 Qawra 1940 St. Julian s 1950 Sliema 2000 Valletta 2015 Attard 1950 BRINGING HISTORY BACK TO LIFE! AN INTERACTIVE & EXCITING SHOW TO EXPLORE THE HISTORY & CULTURE OF THE MALTESE ISLANDS WITH THRILLING SPECIAL EFFECTS... AMAZING 3D FILM, MOVING SEATS, WATER SPRAY, AIR BLASTS, SCENTS AND LEG TICKLERS. 9 No7, Old Bakery Street, Valletta. (Corner to South Street) Tel: (+356)

6 EVERY WEDNESDAY MALTA HELLo The tour of Mosta, Ta Qali Crafts Village & Mdina, the Noble City! You will first drive to the city of Mosta. Inspired by Rome s Pantheon, the church in the centre of the city was built in the 18th Century. It became known throughout the country in 1942 when during World War II, a dropped bomb failed to explode, thus sparing the lives of some 300 people. This church has the third largest unsupported dome in the world. You will then visit the town of Ta Qali, located nearby was once a British WWII outpost, but has been converted to a village for local handicrafts. You will be able to watch local artisans at work blowing elaborate glass art pieces, intricately assembling original silver filigree jewellery, carving the local limestone and many more. This is the perfect place to pick up treasures that will remind you of your Malta visit. Finally you visit Mdina, Malta s ancient capital. It rests in a very majestic way, on top of a hilltop right at the centre of the island. Mdina is also called The Silent City because of its literally quiet and narrow streets that give off a quaint yet very homey atmosphere. Mdina is not only considered to be one of Malta s precious jewels, but this ancient walled city is one of the best medieval fortifications. You will see magnificent views of the entire Maltese landscape. In Mdina you will have some time to relax and enjoy the area. Adults Eur 27 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur 19 includes Half Day Tour to Mosta, Ta Qali & Mdina Mosta Church Ticket Cirkewwa 0830 Mellieha 0840 Golden Bay 0850 St. Paul s Bay 0900 Bugibba 0905 Qawra 0910 St. Julian s 0910 Sliema 0855 Valletta 0840 Attard

7 MALTA HELLo Gozo with a Difference A visit to Gozo is a must! As soon as you arrive in Gozo you will notice that Gozo is a lot different than Malta. The three hilled island is greener and more picturesque. You will first visit Ggantija, a Neolithic megalithic temple. The Ggantija temples are the earliest of a series of megalithic temples in Malta. The Ggantija temples are older than the pyramids of Egypt. Their makers erected the two Ggantija temples during the Neolithic Age, which makes these temples more than 5550 years old and the world s second oldest manmade religious structures, after Gobekli Tepe. You will then drive to Marsalforn where you will board the trackless train. During the 40 minute ride you pass by Marsalforn Bay, Qbajjar Bay, Xwejni Bay, you will also see the Salt Pans, the Salvatur Statue and more. This area is hardly visited by any tourists since no vehicles are allowed apart from the trackless train, so enjoy this unique experience! You will then visit a Crafts Shop where you will have the chance to taste some traditional Maltese food. Here you will also see stone works, marble, local lace and many other items. This is the perfect place where you can buy a souvenir which will remind you of Gozo. The next stop is Dwejra Bay where until the 8th March 2017 one could see The Azure Window, a natural arch featuring a table-like rock over the sea. At Dwejra Bay there are two famous landmarks - The Inland Sea & Il-Gebla tal-general. Here, you can catch a boat for a short ride (weather permitting). Gozo s Capital City Victoria is the next visit. Victoria is the name given in 1897 by the British government on the occasion of Queen Victoria s Diamond Jubilee, at the request of the Bishop of Malta, Mons. Sir Pietro Pace. In the heart of Victoria lies the Cittadella, formerly known as Il Castello, which has been the centre of activity of the island since possibly Neolithic times, but is known to be first fortified during the Bronze Age. It was later developed by the Phoenicians and continued into becoming a complex Acropolis by Roman times. A late Lunch is served at a restaurant in Rabat. After a tour full of experiences you will have a short ferry crossing back to Malta and will be dropped off at your hotel. 8 Adults Eur 57 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur 37 Children under 5 years To pay the Gozo Ferry Ticket directly at the port includes Full Day Tour to Gozo Gozo Ferry Ticket Ggantija Temples Ticket Trackless Train Ride Late Buffet Lunch EVERY WEDNESDAY Attard 1000 Valletta 1010 Sliema 1020 St. Julian s 1030 St. Paul s Bay 1045 Bugibba 1050 Qawra 1055 Xemxija 1105 Golden Bay 1105 Mellieha 1115 Cirkewwa 1130

8 Every THURSday MALTA HELLo The Tour of Valletta Malta s Capital City! Valletta, Malta s Capital City and a World Heritage site, is nothing short of an open-air museum. Valletta known as Il-Belt, contains buildings from the 16th century onwards, built during the rule of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem, also known as Knights Hospitaller. The city is essentially Baroque in character with elements of Mannerist, Neo-Classical and Modern architecture in selected area, though World War II left major scars on the city. The City of Valletta was officially recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in The city is named for Jean Parisot de la Valette, who succeeded in defending the island from an Ottoman invasion in The official name given by the Order of Saint John was Humilissima Civitas Valletta The Most Humble City of Valletta or Citta Umilissima in Italian. The bastions, curtains and ravelins along with the beauty of its Baroque palaces, gardens and churches, led the ruling houses of Europe to give the city its nickname Superbissima Most Proud. During the tour you will walk through the bustling streets and to Barracca Gardens for a breathtaking panorama of the Grand Harbour. You will then visit St. John s Co-Cathedral where you will see the painting The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist by Caravaggio, considered one of Caravaggio s masterpieces and the only painting signed by the painter. You will then watch the Malta Experience Show which will help you discover the Island and Malta s amazing history. Adults Eur 37 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur 27 includes Valletta Half Day Tour Malta Experience Show Ticket St. John s Co-Cathedral Ticket Cirkewwa 0830 Mellieha 0840 Golden Bay 0850 St. Paul s Bay 0900 Bugibba 0905 Qawra 0910 St. Julian s 0910 Sliema 0855 Valletta 0930 Attard

9 MALTA HELLo Malta s Scenic Tour visiting Palazzo Parisio, Clapham Junction, Dingli Cliffs & Buskett Gardens Located in the heart of picturesque Naxxar, this 18th Century Palace is a place of wonder that begs to be explored. On your visit you will discover the intricate nuances of Malta s historic nobility and their enchanting way of life. Touring this stately home offers great insight and sparks the imagination whether you find yourself seeking inspiration from the grand Ballroom, the detailed Family Chapel or the fabulous walled Gardens and Orangery. Your next stop is Clapham Junction. Clapham Junction is covered with very puzzling and mysterious groove in the rock. They appear to be ancient roadways of some sort. They do not appear to be directly linked to the building of any of Malta s megalithic and they do cross the small island and seem to be found on the higher and rockier surfaces. There can be many of them in the same area, beside each other. Sometimes they are a solitary pair that can go on for miles. One of the mysteries and frustrations of Malta s ancient and magnificent history is that there are no records left of it by those people. No written word or pictorial guide was left by the Temple Builders and Cart Rut users. You will then drive to The Buskett Gardens, located in the fertile valley of Wied il-luq, Siggiewi. The gardens are at their best in Spring but they offer shade from the harsh mid- Summer sun and offer a quiet place for a walk in the Winter months. Verdala Palace, an official residence of the President of Malta, is located on the edge of the Gardens. A coffee break is also included in this tour where you will taste the delicious and traditional Pastizzi. Your final stop is Dingli Cliffs, located less than a kilometre to the south west of the village of Dingli. The cliffs are 220 metres high and are the highest point in Malta! An isolated chapel makes for a charming landmark. Built in the 17th century, the Chapel of St. Mary Magdalene offers some of the most beautiful views you can get from these cliffs. From here you can also see the tiny uninhabited islet of Filfla. During this excursion you will tour onboard a Vintage Bus, a bus that is now rare to see on the Maltese Islands. includes 10 Adults Eur 36 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur 26 Half Day Tour to Naxxar, Dingli, Clapham Junction & Buskett Palazzo Parisio Entrance Ticket Delicious Maltese Snack & Coffee EVERY THURSDAY Cirkewwa 0830 Mellieha 0840 Golden Bay 0820 St. Paul s Bay 0900 Bugibba 0905 Qawra 0910 St. Julian s 0910 Sliema 0855 Valletta 0840 Attard 0830

10 EVERY FRIDAY MALTA HELLo The Second World War in Malta & Its British History ( ) This is the only tour available in Malta which is dedicated to Malta s British history. During the tour we will discuss why the British came to Malta, what happened and why they left. The tour will begin in Vittoriosa where we will see the fortifications which date back to the times of the Knights and were later used by the British for their defensive purpose. We will visit the maze like, underground Air Raid shelters and relive the conditions of what has been referred to as the Second Great Siege of Malta. These subterranean bomb shelters were excavated in the solid rock and were extended as the war progressed. After a short walk of Vittoriosa we will drive to Valletta by bus. We will walk to the upper Barrakka Garden which enjoys a spectacular view of the Grand Harbour (the largest natural harbour of the Mediterranean Sea), which was a British military base and the main reason why Malta came under fire as soon as Mussolini declared war on the Allied forces. The declaration of war has already been consigned to the ambassadors of Great Britain and France. Benito Mussolini 1940 A walk around the streets of Valletta will take us by the Palace which was used by Napoleon Bonaparte, the second world war Victory (Soup) Kitchen, Queen Victoria s statue and the ruins of the Royal Opera House which was destroyed at the peak of the bombings in Malta. This is not the end. It is not the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning. Winston Churchill 1942 After some free time for a lunch break we will walk to the lower level of Valletta to the Malta War Museum. The museum itself is situated at Fort St. Elmo, an original defensive system built by the Knights which also was modified to serve the British military purpose. Among the numerous exhibits are the fuselage of one of the legendary Gloster Gladiators and well as the E-boat (human torpedo). Without Malta the Axis will end by losing control of North Africa. Field Marshal Erwin Rommel 1941 Adults Eur 50 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur 35 includes Full Day Tour to Vittoriosa & Valletta Air Raid Shelters Ticket Malta War Museum Ticket Cirkewwa 0830 Mellieha 0840 Golden Bay 0850 St. Paul s Bay 0900 Bugibba 0905 Qawra 0910 St. Julian s 0910 Sliema 0855 Valletta 0840 Attard

11 MALTA HELLo EVERY MONDAY The Dark Side of Valletta Legends, Murders & Mysteries This tour is both a visit of Valletta, impressive during the night, and a tour through the most spectral and mysterious side, the ghosts which inhabit it. You will visit the streets of the Malta s capital dismissing the current population and moving to past times (not always so distant) and through buildings and corners get to know some of the stories which have laid the foundation of the city, as much as the Order of Saint John and the British Occupation, like the haunted house of Saint Ursula, the ghost of the Co-Cathedral or the spirit of the priest in Republic Street, among others. You will also have free time to enjoy this charmed city with its more physic and palpable inhabitants and commodities. 12 Adults Eur 22 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur 17 includes Night Tour to Valletta Cirkewwa 1900 Mellieha 1910 Xemxija 1915 Golden Bay 1915 St. Paul s Bay 1925 Bugibba 1925 Qawra 1925 St. Julian s 1940 Sliema 1945 Valletta 2000 Attard 1930

12 EVERY SATURDAY MALTA HELLo Prehistoric Temples Tour A Malta Temples Tour is a must for anyone who travels to this beautiful Mediterranean island. Malta and Gozo are home to seven megalithic temples, all of which are designated as world heritage sites by UNESCO. These megalithic temples date back 5500 years ago and are the oldest free-standing stone structures in the world, even older than the Stonehenge and the Pyramids. It is also home to more than thirty other temples, all of which reflect Malta s rich past. You will first drive to Ghar Dalam. Għar Dalam s relevance as a prehistoric site was discovered in the latter half of the 19th Century with a series of excavations unearthing animal bones as well as human remains and artifacts. The Cave is a highly important site for its Palaeontology, archaeology and ecology.the history of the cave and that of the Islands can be decoded from Għar Dalam s stratigraphy. The lowermost layers, more than 500,000 years old, contained the fossil bones of dwarf elephants, hippopotami, micro-mammals and birds among other species. This layer is topped by a pebble layer, and on top of it there is the so-called deer layer, dated to around 18,000 years ago. The top layer, or cultural layer, dates less than 10,000 years and holds evidence of the first humans on the Island. It was here that the earliest evidence of human settlement on Malta, some 7,400 years ago, was discovered. The site consists of a cave, a Victorian style exhibition and a didactic display as well as a garden planted with indigenous plants and trees. You will then visit Hagar Qim & Mnajdra Temples. The megalithic complex of Hagar Qim is located atop a hill on the southern edge of the Island, on a ridge capped in soft globigerina limestone. All exposed rock on the island was deposited during the Oligocene and Miocene periods of geological time. 500 metres from Hagar Qim stands the Mnajdra megalithic temple. The surrounding area is typical of Mediterranean garrigue in its starkness and isolation; it is designated as a Heritage park. A few hundred metres from the temple is one of the thirteen watchtowers built by Grand Master Martin de Redin, called Hamrija Tower. Transport back to all hotels will be provided. Adults Eur 40 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur 27 includes Half Day Tour to Ghar Dalam, Hagar Qim & Mnajdra Ghar Dalam Ticket Hagar Qim Ticket Mnajdra Ticket Cirkewwa 0830 Mellieha 0840 Golden Bay 0850 St. Paul s Bay 0900 Bugibba 0905 Qawra 0910 St. Julian s 0910 Sliema 0855 Valletta 0840 Attard

13 MALTA HELLo Rabat, Mdina & San Anton Gardens San Anton Palace is a palace in Attard, which is the official residence of the President of Malta. It was originally built in the early 17th century as a country villa for Antoine de Paule, a knight of the Order of St. John. It was expanded into a palace following de Paule s election as Grand Master in The palace was used as a residence by subsequent Grand Masters, being enlarged a number of times in the process. It was the headquarters of the rebel National Assembly during the uprising of , and it later became a residence for the Civil Commissioners, Governors and Governors-General of Malta. It has been the official residence of the President since the office was created in The palace is surrounded by the extensive San Anton Gardens, parts of which have been open to the public since During this tour we will first visit this Garden and then continue to the next stop which is Rabat. Rabat is a town in the Northern Region of Malta. The name of the town is derived from the Arabic word for suburb as it was the suburb of the old capital Mdina. Rabat is home to the famous Catacombs of St. Paul. These catacombs were used in Roman times to bury the dead as, according to Roman culture, it was unhygienic to bury the dead in the city Mdina and parts of Rabat were built on top of an ancient Roman city. The Maltese Catacombs were never meant to be hiding places during persecutions or as living quarters. The Catacombs of St. Paul are now looked after by Heritage Malta. Part of St. Paul s Catacombs, the part accessible from the Parish church which is dedicated to the same Saint, was where, according to tradition and as recorded in the Bible, St. Paul stayed for three months when he was shipwrecked on the island in 60 A.D. Our next and final stop is Mdina. Mdina also known by its titles Città Vecchia or Città Notabile, is a fortified city in the Northern Region of Malta, which served as the island s capital from antiquity to the medieval period. The city is still confined within its walls, and has a population of just under 300. The city was founded as Maleth in around the 8th century BC by Phoenician settlers, and was later renamed Melite by the Romans. Ancient Melite was larger than present-day Mdina, and it was reduced to its present size during the Byzantine or Arab occupation of Malta. During the latter period, the city adopted its present name, which derives from the Arabic word medina. The city remained the capital of Malta throughout the Middle Ages, until the arrival of the Order of St. John in 1530, when Birgu became the administrative centre of the island. Mdina experienced a period of decline over the following centuries, although it saw a revival in the early 18th century. At this point, it acquired several Baroque features, although it did not lose its medieval character. Mdina remained the centre of the Maltese nobility and religious authorities, but it never regained its pre importance, giving rise to the popular nickname the Silent City by both locals and visitors. Mdina is on the tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and it is now one of the main tourist attractions in Malta. Adults Eur 28 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur includes Half Day Excursion to San Anton Gardens, Rabat & Mdina St. Paul s Catacombs Ticket EVERY SATURDAY Cirkewwa 1330 Mellieha 1340 Xemxija 1350 Golden Bay 1350 St. Paul s Bay 1400 Bugibba 1405 Qawra 1410 St. Julian s 1410 Sliema 1355 Valletta 1340 Attard 1430

14 EVERY SUNDAY MALTA HELLo Blue Grotto & Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village You will first drive to The Blue Grotto. The Blue Grotto is actually a number of sea caverns on the southern coast of Malta, west of the Wied iz-zurrieq harbour and across the small uninhabited islet of Filfla. Everyday from sunrise until about 1300 hrs, a unique sight can be observed here. The cave s location combined with the sunlight lead to the water mirroring shows numerous shades of blue. Several caverns mirror the brilliant phosphorescent colours of the underwater flora; other caverns show a deep dark shade of blue. If weather permits, you can do a 25 minute boat trip around the caves for an extra cost. You will then drive to the fishing village of Marsaxlokk. Marsaxlokk is a very popular attraction for tourists and locals because fresh fish and seafood caught during the same morning can be bought. The market is very interesting and attractive as many different items are sold. Although the market was originally a fish market, it has developed and now it also sells locally produced honey, fruit jams, wine as well as vegetables, souvenirs and clothes. Free time will be given in this picturesque village. Adults Eur 23 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur 15 includes Half Day Tour to Blue Grotto & Marsaxlokk Cirkewwa 0830 Mellieha 0840 Golden Bay 0850 St. Paul s Bay 0900 Bugibba 0905 Qawra 0910 St. Julian s 0910 Sliema 0855 Valletta 0840 Attard

15 MALTA HELLo FESTA SEASON Village Fireworks With nearly 60 festas in Malta on the annual calendar (mostly during the summer months) and nearly 20 festa events on the smaller sister island of Gozo, the Maltese festa, a religious celebration organized by the local parish, is a typical scene of the hot summer months on the island, and very much an iconic part of culture in Malta. You will be taken to a local village for the Best Eve of the Festa Fireworks Display on the island. Along the way to the Village, places of interest are pointed out and explained by our Licensed Local Guide. Once there, a visit to the Parish Church, splendidly decorated to fit the occasion is a must. Then relax in the unique festa atmosphere with a leisurely stroll around the village streets all beautifully lit up and filled with stalls of traditional festa sweets, while the music of the marching village brass bands fills the air. Adults Eur 18 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur 12 Children under 5 Years Free includes Guided Village Fireworks Tour 26 January Valletta Shipwreck of St. Paul 18 March Rabat St. Joseph 14 April Floriana St. Publius 26 May Marsa Holy Trinity 02 June Ghaxaq St. Joseph 09 June Zebbug St. Philip 16 June Mqabba Our Lady of the Lily 23 June Qormi St. George 30 June Luqa St. Andrew 07 July Kirkop St. Joseph 14 July Qormi St. Sebastian 21 July Zurrieq Our Lady of Mount Carmel 28 July Zebbug St. Joseph 04 August Birzebbugia St. Peter in Chains August Lija Christ Our Saviour 09 August Vittoriosa St. Lawrence 14 August Mqabba Assumption of Our Lady 18 August Mgarr Assumption of Our Lady 25 August Gharghur St. Bartholomew 01 September Zurrieq St. Catherine 07 September Naxxar Nativity of Our Lady 08 September Zabbar Our Lady of Graces 06 October Gudja Our Lady of the Rosary 27 October Gudja Our Lady of Consolation 07 December Cospicua Immaculate Conception Cirkewwa 1845 Mellieha 1900 Xemxija 1915 Golden Bay (from near Apple s Eye) 1915 Bugibba 1930 St. Julian s 1950 Sliema 2010 Valletta 2025 Attard 1945

16 EVERY SATURDAY MALTA HELLo A visit to the Bird Park & the Aquarium As soon as you arrive at the Bird Park, the tour guide will offer a guided tour around the grounds with interesting information about each species. Bird Park Malta homes over 200 species of birds and other animals. Flamingos, pelicans, swans, storks, owls, cranes, parrots and many other amazing birds from around the world thrive happily with kangaroos, wallabies, antilope, meerkats, deer, genets, marmosets and more. Visitors have the opportunity to learn about bird habitat, flight, plumage cycles, displays, song and calls, territory and pair formation, nests and eggs, migration and much more, whilst having the chance to observe and interact with wildlife. You will then visit the Malta National Aquarium which is located in one of Malta s most picturesque promenades. The public aquarium has 26 display tanks with, amongst others, Mediterranean fish, including fish commonly found in the Maltese waters together with replicas of historical artefacts that one can find in the seas around the Maltese islands. The main tank of the aquarium houses species from the Indian Ocean, including eight black tip sharks, horn sharks, rays, eels and other exotic species. The main tank is approximately 12 metres in diameter and has a walk-through tunnel that allows visitors to experience the fish at a much closer range. A stunning view of St. Paul s Islands can be seen from the Aquarium. Adults Eur 32 Children (3-12 yrs) Eur 25 Children under 3 years Free includes Guided Half Day Tour Bird Park Entrance Ticket Aquarium Entrance Ticket Cirkewwa 1100 Mellieha 1110 Xemxija 1120 Golden Bay 1120 St. Paul s Bay 1130 Bugibba 1130 Qawra 1130 Attard 1050 Valletta 1100 Sliema 1110 St. Julian s

17 MALTA HELLo Vintage Bus Tour to Vittoriosa, Cospicua & Senglea Step back through the mists of time as you drive to the fortress of Cottonera which is widely known as the Three Cities, these being Vittoriosa, Cospicua & Senglea. These cities were built and fortified by the Knights of Malta. You first start with an informative drive through Cospicua. Cospicua has been inhabited since Neolithic times. Prior to the 18th Century it was known as Bormla, a name which is still in use. Its fortification walls, constructed to protect the town and its neighbours Vittoriosa & Senglea, were built by the Knights of Malta. Construction began in 1638 but was not completed for another 70 years. In 1722, Grand Master Marc Antonio Zondadari declared Bormla a city and in view of its strong bastions named it Citta Cospicua. You will then visit Vittoriosa, ideally situated for safe anchorage and over time it has developed a very long history with maritime, mercantile and military activities. Prior to the establishment of Valletta as a capital city of Malta, military powers that wanted to rule the Maltese islands would need to obtain control of Vittoriosa due to its significant position in the Grand Harbour. Vittoriosa is now a location of several tourist attractions. The historic Vittoriosa Waterfront contains the former Palace of the General of the Galleys and the Order of St. John s treasury. The area was refurbished in the early 2000s and both buildings are used for other activities: the former is now a casino, while the latter is home to the Malta Maritime Museum. A second museum, the Vittoriosa 1565 Museum, is also located in the town and is dedicated to the siege and the battle in the town in The third city is Senglea, joined by a land bridge to Cospicua during the time of the Knights of St. John and as a result it became a peninsular in shape. During the time of the Knights of St. John, Senglea was used as a hunting area and was known as L Isola di San Giuliano. In 1311 St. Julian s church or chapel was founded. This was the first building to be constructed. On 8 May 1552 the foundation stone of Fort St. Michael was laid. Work on the fort, which was designed by Architect Pedro Pardo was completed in Construction of walled town Senglea took place during the following decade. The area, which had until the 1550s been known as Isola di San Giuliano or Isola di San Michele, was given city status by Grand Master Claude De La Sengle and was named after him. A detailed English commentary by the driver will help you unfold the history of Valletta and the Three Cities connected with two Great Sieges of 1565 and Tour is operated by one of the first two wooden bodied buses purchased in 1921 by the Cottonera Motor Bus Company. These buses were licensed to operate routes between Cottonera and Valletta and were made by local carpenters and mechanics, later called as bus body builders. At that time the local carpenters and mechanics were encouraged to build bus bodies so that the company Cottonera Motor Bus Co. could increase its fleet rapidly. Tour leaves from Sliema Ferries (opposite of Marks & Spencer). 18 Adults Eur 15 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur 9 includes 2 Hour Guided Tour to the Three Cities by a 1920 Bus Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday at 1100 & 1430, Saturday at 1100 (Tour is not organised on a Public Holiday) THEVINTAGE Buses Cirkewwa 0930 Mellieha 0945 Xemxija 0950 Golden Bay 0950 St. Paul s Bay 1000 Bugibba 1010 Qawra 1015 St. Julian s 1030 Sliema 1045 Valletta 1030 Attard 1015 Return transport is provided from Sliema Ferries at 1500 hrs, 1600 hrs or 1800 hrs.

18 ASK REP FOR AVAILABILITY MALTA HELLo Full Day to Blue Grotto, Marsaxlokk & Valletta in Hungarian Language Programunk során Wied iz Zurrieotol néhány perc alatt elérhető Kék Barlanghoz (Blue Grotto) utazunk. Délelotti órákban érkezünk,ilyenkor a nap besüt a barlangokba festői szépségű. Hajóra szállva közelebbről gyönyörködhetünk a barlanghasadékokban Valóban kéknek látszik,a vizen tükröződik a tengerfenék és még talán korallokat is láthatunk(motorcsonakjegy nincs az árban kb 8-9 /fo). Majd irány Marsaxlokk a hangulatos halászkikötő és piac.a hagyomány szerint a föniciaiak itt léptek először Malta földjére. Marsa-kikötő/xlokk délkeletet jelent,(főniciai eredetű). A képeslapokról ismert,élénk szinekkel tarkitott halászcsónakokat a Luzzukban gyönyörködhetünk es körülsétálhatunk a piacon..a program során rövid szabadidőt biztositunk. Majd irány Valletta a főváros. A városban sétánkat a Felső Barracca kertben kezdjük,ahonnan gyönyörű kilátás nyilik a Grand Harbour-ra,azaz a Nagy Kikötőre. Gyalogosan közelitjük meg a 5D történelmi show-t (tartam: 30 perc ) új dimenzióban nézhetjük a maltai történelmet.ezt követően St jhon s co- Cathedral(Szent János társ-katedralba) látogatunk el a lovagok lelkéhez Itt taláható a hires Caravaggio festmény, az Oratoriumban.A program során szabadidőt biztositunk rövid sétára, vásárlásra,étkezésre. Adults Eur 52 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur 30 Children under 5 years - Free includes Full Day to Blue Grotto, Marsaxlokk & Valletta 5D Show St. John s Co-Cathedral Ticket Cirkewwa 0830 Mellieha 0840 Golden Bay 0850 St. Paul s Bay 0900 Bugibba 0905 Qawra 0910 St. Julian s 0910 Sliema 0855 Valletta 0840 Attard

19 MALTA HELLo ASK REP FOR AVAILABILITY Full Day Tour to Gozo in Hungarian Transzfer Malta északi részére Cirkewwa-ban,ahol kompra szállva áthajozunk Gozo szigetére.(kb 25perc a menetidő). A legenda szerint ez az a hely,ahol Calypso elbűvölte Odusszeuszt és hét évig révületbe tartotta. Az út során ellátogatunk Xaghra-ba, itt a több mint hétezer éves Ggantija megalitikus templomeggyüttest látogatjuk meg. A szigeteken több ilyen templom is található, de ez a legősibb.. Tovább utazunk a szigetecske délnyugati részére Dwejra bay-hez, itt találjuk az ismert Azure Window(Kék Ablakot) &Fungus Rock (Gomba sziklat) szabadidő fényképezésre,illetve igeny szerint motoros csónakok segitségével akár ki is hajózhatnak a Kék Ablakhoz(a motorcsónakjegyt az ár nem tartalmazza kb 4 ). Utazás Victoriba,ami a sziget fővarosa.itt megtekintjük a Citadellat(az erőditményt)ahonnan gyönyörű a kilátás a városra. Szabadidőt biztositunk a programban. Adults Eur 55 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur 35 Children under 5 years To pay the Gozo Ferry Ticket directly at the port 20 includes: Full Day Excursion to Gozo Gozo Ferry Ticket Ggantija Temples Ticket Wine Tasting Lunch Attard 0740 Valletta 0750 Sliema 0800 St. Julian s 0815 St. Paul s Bay 0830 Bugibba 0835 Qawra 0840 Golden Bay 0850 Mellieha 0900 Cirkewwa 0910

20 ASK REP FOR AVAILABILITY MALTA HELLo Full Day tour to Mosta, Ta Qali & Mdina in Hungarian Language Pogramunk első állomása Mosta ahol Europa 3. Legnagyobb kupolájú templomában a Mosta Domban gyönyörködhetünk & fényképezni van a kupolában lehetőség.tovább utazunk Ta-Oaliba,a kézműves faluba,ahol megismerkedhetünk a helyi kézműipari termékekkel és készitőivel (üvegművesek,ezüst filigree mesterei & kőfaragok, szabadidoő vásárlásra,fényképek készítésére).következő megálló Mdina,melyet a helyiek Csendes Városnak neveznek. Ez Malta régi fővárosa itt sétálhatunk és csodálatos képeket készithetünk az ódon városról. Adults Eur 40 Children (5-12 yrs) Eur 28 includes 6 Hour Tour to Mosta, Ta Qali & Mdina Cirkewwa 0830 Mellieha 0840 Golden Bay 0850 St. Paul s Bay 0900 Bugibba 0905 Qawra 0910 Attard 0830 Valletta 0840 Sliema 0855 St. Julian s

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22 MALTA HELLo Terms and Conditions 1. When entering churches, you are requested to cover your arms and not to wear shorts or skirts that are too short. Stiletto or narrow heels are prohibited in St. John s Co-Cathedral. 2. Some tours are not operated on feast days and public holidays. For further information please check with your representative. 3. We may at our discretion, require any person to withdraw from any tour if we deem their acts or conduct offensive or a nuisance to other clients and we shall have no further liability. 4. For identification purpose, please wear your sticker prominently during excursion. 5. All prices are inclusive of local taxes and are subject to change without notice. 6. Pick ups are effected from or to hotel or nearest point. 7. We serve the right to alter, change the routing of, or otherwise amend any part of the proposed tour. We shall not incur any liability towards you where such as strikes, weather conditions, riots, etc. 8. We also reserve the right in our entire discretion to cancel a tour. In this case ONLY you shall be refunded the price of your ticket. Refund will not be given for any other reason. 9. Meals and activities making up certain parts of the tour are supplied, operated, controlled and managed by independent Maltese contractors for whom we are not responsible in any way. We may provide details of such third parties when and as requested. 10. You are reminded not to forget any of your personal belongings anywhere and in particular in the transport provided. In spite of staff s efforts, no guarantees can be made for recovery. 11. Look after your ticket. If you lose it you will be charged the full fare. 12. This program is applicable from 1st February Excursions can be organised on different days and privately in case of groups. s may vary. 23