Malta & Rome

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Spend 8 nights in Malta and Rome! From delicious cuisine, to culture-packed attractions, you'll love the energy of these destinations.  Begin in Valletta, Malta. Spend a few nights and learn about the culture and history of the city through an included half-day tour. The rest of your time here can be spent however you wish! The Upper Barrakka Gardens are a b...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Valletta City Tour (half-day)
    • Rome Hop-on/Hop-off Bus Tour (Green Line) - 48 hours

What's this trip about?

    Spend 8 nights in Malta and Rome! From delicious cuisine, to culture-packed attractions, you'll love the energy of these destinations.  Begin in Valletta, Malta. Spend a few nights and learn about the culture and history of the city through an included half-day tour. The rest of your time here can be spent however you wish! The Upper Barrakka Gardens are a beautiful place to visit, and the Valletta Waterfront is a great nighttime spot! Then, you're off to Rome, Italy! Spend the second half of your trip here, with an included 48-hour Hop-on/Hop-off bus pass! Visit all of the biggest attractions, including St. Peter's Basilica, the Colosseum, the Sistine Chapel, and more. And don't forget about the incredible cuisine! Try as many different Italian restaurants as your stomach can handle before it's time to fly home!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityValletta
End CityItaly

Destinations

Trip includes

    • Roundtrip economy class airfare into Malta (MLA), out of Rome (FCO)
    • All airport transfers
    • 4 nights in Valletta at La Falconeria Hotel, or similar
    • Valletta City Tour (half-day)
    • One-way economy class flight from Malta (MLA) to Rome (FCO)
    • 4 nights in Rome at the Hotel Al Manthia, or similar
    • 48-hour Rome Hop-on/Hop-off Bus Tour
    • Breakfast daily *Note: the Maltese Government has imposed an Eco Contribution Tax of .50 Euro per person per night, up to a maximum of 5 Euro per person per stay, payable directly to your hotel. **Note: When entering churches in Malta, ladies are asked to cover their shoulders, and not to wear short shorts or skirts. Men are asked not to wear shorts.

Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Valletta!

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Malta's magnificent capital city, Valletta. After you land and collect your luggage, the fun begins! Hop in your comfortable transfer and enjoy a convenient ride to your luxurious accommodation.

Once you're all settled in, spend what's left of the day getting to know the city. Walk around and treat yourself to a delicious first-night meal!

Day 2 Valletta

After a good night's rest and a rejuvenating breakfast, grab your camera and get ready to seize the day! Today, explore every inch of Valletta on an included half-day city tour.

Spend the rest of your day sightseeing and re-visiting your favorite sights ...

Day 3 Valletta

Enjoy breakfast, then head to the lovely Upper Barrakka Gardens. Nestled on the highest point of Valletta, these picture-perfect gardens encircle part of the city's old fortifications! Stroll through vibrant flower beds, trickling fountains, and rows of impress...

Day 4 Valletta

Spend your last full day in Valletta taking in the city's amazing architecture. Start with a visit to Valletta's spectacular 16th-century Saint John's Co-Cathedral. This ornate masterpiece is a testimony to the wealth and importance of the Knights of Malta. Ste...

Day 5 Valletta - Rome, Italy

You'll be transferred to the Malta Airport in time for your flight to Rome!

Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel. Drop your bags and continue your vacation with a delicious Italian meal!

Day 6 Rome

Today, you can activate your 48-hour Hop-on/Hop-off bus pass! Visit all of the main attractions as you go, or simply stay on the bus and ride the loop around the city! This is a great way to determine how you'd like to spend the next few days. Keep track of which attractions you'd like to revisit, and take note of any restaurants that catch your eye!

Day 7 Rome

Pay a visit to the sites at Vatican City today! Explore the breathtaking St. Peter's Basilica, the world's largest Christian basilica.

Treat yourself to a visit of the Vatican Museums, where you'll be surrounded by masterpieces some of the greats, from Da Vinci to Giotto. Don't forget to stop by the show-stopper: the iconic Sistine Chapel ceiling, painted by Michelangelo.  

Day 8 Rome

There is something to see and do around every corner in Rome. Take the metro over to the Colosseum where you can spend hours exploring this ancient architectural wonder. You will feel the immense emotion of the ruins where warriors fought to the death as the cr...

Day 9 Depart Italy

Today you will be transferred to the Rome Airport to catch your flight home! Make sure you have all of your souvenirs packed!

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Price per day$232
Last Updated: 4/19/2024

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