Itinerary
- Day 1
Rabat
After checking into your hotel, you'll explore Rabat's main sights starting with several chapels and the cathedral. The Medina fortress is one of Europe's best-preserved walled cities, and walking through its narrow sandstone streets feels like stepping back in time. Later you'll head down to the St. Paul's Catacombs, underground tunnels where the saint hid during his stay in Malta. Plan on spending several hours wandering around here.
Optional Activities
- Visit chapels and cathedral in Rabat
- Explore Medina fortress walled city
- Walk through narrow streets and sandstone buildings of Rabat's old town
- Visit St. Paul's Catacombs underground tunnels
Landmarks Medina Fortress St. Paul's Catacombs - Day 2
Hagar Qim - Dingli Cliff
A short transfer gets you to Hagar Qim, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with stone temples dating back to 3600 and 3200 BC. From there you'll hike to Dingli Cliff following footpaths through farmland and vineyards, taking in views along the way. The cliff viewpoint is worth the effort. You can either walk back through Buskett or catch the bus depending on how you're feeling by then.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Hagar Qim UNESCO World Heritage temple complex
- Coastal walk to Dingli Cliff viewpoint
Optional Activities
- Walk back to Rabat through Buskett
- Return to Rabat by bus from Dingli Cliff
Landmarks Hagar Qim Dingli Cliff 
- Day 3
Popeye Village - Gozo
You'll transfer from Rabat to L-Mgarr and then hike toward Popeye Village, the 1980s film set turned theme park. Before getting there, you'll stop for a swim at a beach below the Clay Cliffs in Ghajn. After that, continue to Cirkewwa and take the ferry across to Gozo, then transfer to your accommodation in Gharb. It's a full travel day but you'll see quite a bit of variety.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike to Popeye Village theme park
- Optional swimming at Clay Cliffs beach in Ghajn
Optional Activities
- Boat trips at Popeye Village
- Dining at Popeye Village gastronomic offerings
Landmarks Popeye Village Clay Cliffs - Day 4
Dwerja Bay
From Gharb you'll transfer to Wied-il-Ghasri to begin hiking toward Dwerja Bay. The route uses asphalt roads and side roads through quiet rural areas. You'll pass the impressive Ta Pinu monastery during the hike, then follow the coast to Dwerja Bay with its magnificent cliff views. An optional boat trip to the caves is available if you have cash (card won't work). Stick around for sunset before heading back to Gharb by bus.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike to Dwerja Bay with coastal views
- Pass Ta Pinu monastery
Optional Activities
- Boat trip to caves in Dwerja Bay (cash payment)
Landmarks Ta Pinu Monastery Dwerja Bay - Day 5
Xlendi - Victoria
Transfer to Xlendi to start a coastal hike that runs alongside fields and farmland with cliff views the entire way. The route takes you through Sannat village on asphalt roads, then onto panoramic sections with views of Medina fortress. By midday you'll reach Mgarr ix-Xini bay where you can swim and have lunch. The final stretch hugs the coast. Afterward, take the bus to Victoria, Gozo's capital, for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Coastal walk from Xlendi with cliff views
- Walk through Sannat village
- Panoramic coastal hike to Mgarr ix-Xini bay
Optional Activities
- Swimming at Mgarr ix-Xini bay
- Lunch at Mgarr ix-Xini bay
Landmarks Xlendi Medina Fortress Mgarr ix-Xini Bay - Day 6
Xlendi - Dwejra Bay
Bus takes you back to Xlendi where the hike starts with a steep climb up the cliffs. Once at the top you'll pass through fields and farmland heading toward the west coast. The route is quieter and you'll notice the birdsong along the way. Plan to finish your hike at Dwejra Bay in time for the sunset. From there the bus returns you to Victoria.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Steep cliff hike from Xlendi
- Hike through fields, farmland, and natural areas
- Sunset viewing at Dwejra Bay
Landmarks Xlendi Dwejra Bay - Day 7
Optional Activities
This is your relaxation day with two options to choose from. Hike A means taking the bus to the ferry in Mgarr, then crossing to tiny Comino Island where you can swim in the famous blue lagoon and enjoy the views before ferrying back. Hike B is a coastal walk from Marsalform to Ramla Beach with its red sand, following scenic paths with several swimming spots. Be aware that some sections have loose and steep ground so it requires more careful footing.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Hike A: Visit Comino island and Blue Lagoon (includes ferry transfers)
- Hike B: Coastal walk from Marsalform to Ramla Beach
Landmarks Comino Island Blue Lagoon Ramla Beach - Day 8
Gozo Departure
After breakfast on your final morning, you'll depart Gozo. You can take the direct ferry to Cirkewwa or opt for the speedboat to Valletta depending on which works better for your onward plans.
- Meals
- Breakfast
