Malta Private Tour-Fully Customizable (Cruise Friendly)
Recommended by 99% of travelers
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Mellieha, Malta
- 5 to 8 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Soak up the beauty of sunny Malta on this private, personalized day tour. Explore vibrant cities like Valletta, landmarks including the Blue Grotto, the fishing village of Marsaxlokk, and optional historical sites in Rabat at your own pace. Enjoy hassle-free hotel or cruise port pickup and drop-off, making your sightseeing tailored to your preferences.
- Travel Malta in a private vehicle for a personalized experience
- Enjoy hassle-free pickup and drop-off from your hotel or the cruise port
- Skip crowds and visit only sights you choose
- Customize your itinerary for maximum flexibility
What's Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Friendly, English-speaking local driver
- Hotel/Cruise port pick up and drop-off
- It’s just for you and your group — no sharing with other travelers!
- Blue Grotto Local Boat - € 10per person
- Admission Fee - Hagar Qim Temples€10.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
YOUR PICK-UP MARKS THE BEGINNING OF YOUR TIME, AND YOUR DROP-OFF IS ALSO INCLUDED WITHIN THE TOTAL TOUR DURATION *Gozo pick-up's have to be upon request. Extra fee will be applied*
Itinerary
1
Valletta
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Three Cities
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Marsaxlokk
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Blue Grotto Il-Hnejja
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
5
Hagar Qim & Mnajdra Archaeological Park
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
6
Mdina
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
7
Rabat
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Mosta
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Dingli Cliffs
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- JUST A FRIENDLY HEADS-UP: OUR “WHAT TO EXPECT” SECTION OUTLINES A FULL DAY OR AN ✨8-HOUR TOUR✨. IF YOU OPT FOR THE 4, 5, OR 6 HOUR OPTION, PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT WE WON'T BE ABLE TO COVER EVERYTHING DUE TO THE DISTANCE BETWEEN DESTINATIONS. WE WANT TO ENSURE YOU GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR EXPERIENCE, SO LET US KNOW YOUR PREFERENCES
- It’s just for you and your group — no sharing with other travelers!
- We are not a tour guide, however, we are local private drivers who love sharing some cultural insights about malta.
- Kindly note that cars are prohibited in Valletta City, so the driver will stop near the areas you would like to see, such as st. john's co-cathedral, grand master's palace, and museums. if you wish the driver to accompany you inside valletta city, please let us know in advance.
- Be cautious about the cars we have, as they may not be the same size as your cars in your country. our cars are adapted to the narrow roads here in malta.
- Travel time is already included on the total duration
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 192 reviews
IlianaL_S, May 2026
It was amazing. Our guide was very professional, informative and passionate.
We really enjoyed the scenery and cultur
craig_c, May 2026
Kenneth was an excellent host and gave us information in relation to the area we were visiting next, he was flexible on the timings of each visit, great vehicle also, very clean, would definitely recommend!
The tour can be completely customisable also whish is a great option of flexibility
richard_a, May 2026
Pro: very good driver, visited all the sites we requested.
Con: 20 minutes late for pickup, vehicle was a very grubby Uber van, hard to sight see through filthy windows, zero commentary.
Marcos_D, May 2026
I had a fantastic experience touring Malta with George as my driver and guide. He was incredibly kind, friendly, and made the whole day feel easy and enjoyable from start to finish.
George took me around the main cities, sharing interesting insights and local knowledge along the way, which really brought each place to life. He was patient, attentive, and always made sure I was comfortable and getting the most out of the experience.
What stood out most was his genuine warmth—he’s not just a great guide, but a genuinely lovely person. I would highly recommend George to anyone looking to explore Malta in a relaxed and memorable way!
Steven_P, May 2026
Peter was amazing
So thoughtful and tried to go the extra mile to make sure we had a wonderful experience in Malta
Marj_L, Apr 2026
This is the only way to get the most out of a one day visit to Malta. Our driver David and the tour manager Chris made this a very special experience. They made our meeting spot a perfect location for our tour. The main event was a visit to the Hal Saflieni Hypogeum which is not on any of the “out of the box” tour offered. Chris and David made sure we saw the best places on the island. First the Blue Grotto which is not to be missed. Then to Hagar Qim the megalithic ruins Malta is famous for. HINT Before starting a tour to Hagar Qim or any of the ruins go on your own to the National Archeology Museum in Valetta. You will see the statues being preserved that were removed from the ruins. On the way to the Hypogeum we had a short stop at Dingli Cliffs for a magnificent view on Malta’s highest point and a delicious cup of traditional Maltese coffee. The Hypogeum is spectacular but you MUST buy tickets ahead of time ( we purchased ours four months before to get our preferred time). None of ruins are expensive and you won’t see anything like it anywhere else.
Edward_K, Apr 2026
Our tour was totally customized and we saw EVERYTHING. Derren our guide was incredible. The restaurant he suggested for lunch was inexpensive with wonderful local dishes of rabbit and octopus. The tour owner met us twice just to check on our progress. Truly a ONE OF A KIND experience.
Michel_K, Apr 2026
We had a great 8 hour tour with Toni. He was happy to share some info about the history of Malta as we arrived at each site and we also chatted about current Malta as well. He was punctual, professional, and a safe driver.
Robert_E, Apr 2026
The driver was excellent. This was our first time in Malta and we left it up to him to set the itinerary. We saw a lot of great sites. This tour is highly recommended.
Tamera_O, Apr 2026
We thoroughly enjoyed our time with Jean Pierre who was very knowledgeable, polite and organized. He shared his passion of Malta with us. His colleague Chris had communicated with us in advance to find out what we would like to see . Jean Pierre executed the day wonderfully and was always there to meet us after he dropped off us at different sites for our own time to explore. Highly recommend this tour !
Kenneth_Z, Apr 2026
Great experience. Our driver was terrific, flexible, informative and gave great insight with what we saw
Graham_H, Apr 2026
Booked a few days in advance which allowed for Chris in the office to discuss with us what we wanted to see and what we were capable off given our health. Valetta cruise terminal doesn't allow for direct pickup from cruise ship but Chris gave instructions and pictures of where to meet our driver Peter and what his car was. Peter reached out on the day to check all was ok and the pickup was smooth. Peter was a font of knowledge on Malta, its history, its traditions, and the places we'd chosen to visit. He used his local knowledge to get us as close to the attractions as possible. The itinary was flexible, with us taking as long as we liked at each place, just letting Peter know at the end we were ready for pickup. He was never more than 2 minutes away. Would book again.
Catherine_S, Apr 2026
I loved that both Chris, the coordinator, and Darren, my driver, worked to let me choose what I most wanted to see while at the same time giving me suggestions when I wanted. I asked for sandy beach, and Darren got me to a beautiful sandy beach. We were driving somewhere else and passed through a town with a shop that had beautiful fruit visible. I asked to stop and we both left with fresh and delicious strawberries. Darren did a great combination of escorting me in some places and letting me have time to myself as well. I appreciated Darren’s enthusiasm and knowledge throughout the day for both the traditional stops and the less traditional such as the fruit shop and a couple beaches. I had a wonderful and memorable experience.
Frank_I, Mar 2026
We had a fabulous day tour with Darren and saw all the highlights of Malta. It was non stop excitement. Darren was a great and safe driver and explained all the sights so well. Especially in Medina!! And dropped us off exactly on time to make our lunch reservation !!
Carolyn_R, Mar 2026
Great way to explore Malta - especially the more remote attractions. Our fantastic driver, Tony, picked us up from Mdina where we were staying and took us to the San Anton gardens, the Mosta Dome miracle church and the WWII shelters, Hagar Qim Temples, Dingli Cliffs, and Marasaxlokk, where he suggested a a great little restaurant for lunch on the waterfront.
We had exchanged messages with the tour operator, Chris, the day before and worked out a tour that did not include Valetta or Mdina and Rabat because we were staying in those places.
Tony is a terrific guide, good driver, and told us a lot about Malta and life there as well as about the places we were visiting. He looked after us very well and we had a wonderful day. We really recommend this tour very highly.
Nick_W, Mar 2026
Tony our driver was great.
Couldn’t have had a better tour.
Thanks Tony and Chris from Viator.
Nick, Richard and The Andrews
John_H, Mar 2026
Our tour was excellent by all standards. Our driver-born and raised in Malta-knew exactly where to take us to maximize our time in Malta and appreciation for this Country. It was simply amazing how much we were able to do and see in an 8 1/2 hour tour. Kenneth is a great driver and guide. A complete grand slam day.
Brian_A, Mar 2026
We were able to specify the time period and exactly where we wanted to go. Tony was an excellent driver and an excellent guide. We couldn't have found anyone more personable.
Keith_S, Mar 2026
We got to see MANY things / at our own pace!
Our driver knew his way and was very personable!
He was willing to go wherever we requested and allowed us to choose how long we stayed at any spot!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for the kind feedback! We're glad you enjoyed exploring at your own pace and that our driver helped make the experience comfortable and flexible. We truly appreciate you choosing us and hope to welcome you again on another adventure soon! 😊
Best regards,
Rose
John_K, Feb 2026
Our driver, Tony, was amazing. He worked out an itinerary with us pre-tour and stayed in touch by WhatsApp until pick up. We saw all the great Malta sites in one day and even enjoyed the Blue Grotto boat trip. The tour was perfect!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback!
I am absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a perfect day exploring Malta with Tony. He truly takes pride in creating personalized itineraries and ensuring everything runs smoothly from the very first message to the final drop-off. Your comments about his communication and attention to detail mean a great deal to us.
It’s fantastic that you were able to see so many of Malta’s highlights in one day and enjoy the Blue Grotto boat trip as well — a truly special experience!
On behalf of our entire team, thank you for choosing us. We sincerely appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Malta again in the future.
Warm regards,
Rose
Robert_B, Feb 2026
I thought I had booked a a guided tour in Malta HOWEVER, was notified two days before the tour that what wsa being provided was no a licensed guide but a driver and van to transport us to various sights around Malta. Our driver, Kenneth, was a friendly but minimally informative guide for several sights in Valetta and other sights. He dropped us off at several locations and told us where to go ( on our own) to see several interesting but minimally explained sights. He was polite and responsive to our questions but did not provide much in the way of history or insight to what we were visiting. While I give Kenneth good marks for his pleasant demeanor and good driving, The tour as booked was a bust. Please take time to verify what to expect of this type of tour before booking. Over all a poor value for the money.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hi Robert.
Thank you for your feedback.
We would like to clarify an important point for future readers. Our experience is clearly described in the listing as a private driver service with light commentary, not a licensed guided tour. This information is stated in the main description, in the additional information section, and was also communicated to you directly in our inbox conversation days before your booking.
In that message, we clearly explained that we are not licensed tour guides but local drivers who provide transportation along with general information about the sites visited. This was acknowledged prior to the tour proceeding.
We are pleased to hear that Kenneth was polite, professional, and responsive during your day with us. As described in our listing, guests are transported comfortably between locations and are free to explore the sites independently, with recommendations and guidance on where to go.
We understand that there may have been a misunderstanding regarding expectations. However, the service delivered was exactly as advertised and as confirmed in our prior communication.
We always encourage guests to carefully review the full description of any experience before booking to ensure it matches their expectations. Kindly see all the reviews as well to be more guided what to expect. However, if you are into fully and in depth explanation, please note that we are not license guide.
Thank you
Kind Regards,
Rose
Malika_V, Feb 2026
Darren communicated with us every step of the way. He was on time to pick us up. We covered a lot of places in the tour - Mosta Dome, Marsalokk, Blue Grotto, prehistoric sites, Dingli Cliff to name a few.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience.
I am delighted to hear that Darren kept you well informed throughout the process and ensured a punctual and smooth start to your day. Clear communication and reliability are standards we take great pride in, and it is wonderful to know this was reflected in your tour.
It sounds like you enjoyed a fantastic journey across some of Malta’s most remarkable sites — from the iconic Mosta Dome and the charming village of Marsaxlokk to the breathtaking Blue Grotto, our fascinating prehistoric heritage, and the stunning views at Dingli Cliffs. You certainly made the most of your time on the island.
On behalf of our entire team, thank you for choosing us. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Malta again in the future.
Warm regards,
Rose
Roger_D, Feb 2026
Excellent five hour private tour of Malta with Darren. We saw a lot of sites but never felt rushed. He provided just the right amount of information.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hi Roger
Thank you very much for your kind review.
I am delighted to hear that you enjoyed your five-hour private tour with Darren. Striking the right balance between seeing as much as possible while still allowing guests to relax and fully appreciate each stop is exactly what we aim for, so it is wonderful to know you never felt rushed.
It is also great to hear that Darren provided just the right amount of information to enhance your experience without overwhelming it. We are very proud of his professionalism and knowledge.
On behalf of our entire team, thank you for choosing us. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back to Malta again in the future.
Warm regards,
Rose
Cheryl_M, Feb 2026
We had a nice tour with Darren as our driver/guide. We saw a lot of things in a lot of areas. They were very open to customizing the trip but we chose to let him take the standard itinerary since we didn't know much about what was best. I feel like we got a good overview of the island and are grateful for the help doing that since I wasn't walking well.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us.
I’m delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Darren and that you felt you received a good overall introduction to the island. For guests who prefer guidance on what to see, our standard itinerary is designed to showcase Malta’s highlights in a well-paced and enjoyable way, so it’s wonderful to know it worked well for you.
I’m especially pleased to hear that Darren was able to accommodate your mobility needs and ensure you were comfortable throughout the day. Providing a smooth, supportive, and personalized experience for every guest is extremely important to us.
Thank you again for choosing to tour with us. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Malta in the future.
Best regards,
Rose
Nicholle_E, Feb 2026
Kenneth was very knowledgeable and very friendly. He was also flexible when we wanted to spend extra time at a stop and made sure we still saw many beautiful places. He was very conscientious that we made it back to the cruise ship in plenty of time.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback.
I’m delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with Kenneth. His knowledge, friendliness, and flexibility are qualities we truly value, and it’s fantastic to know he was able to adapt the schedule to give you extra time where you wished, while still ensuring you saw many of Malta’s beautiful highlights.
We also fully understand how important timing is for cruise passengers, so I’m especially pleased to hear that Kenneth made sure you returned to your ship with plenty of time to spare. Your comfort and peace of mind are always our priority.
On behalf of our entire team, thank you for choosing us. We greatly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Malta again in the future.
Warm regards,
Rose
Robert_H, Jan 2026
Had a little mix up getting together but after that a great day. We went out the wrong exit. Excellent tour saw everything possible in 6 hours.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you very much for your feedback.
We sincerely apologize for the initial mix-up when meeting — sometimes simple details like exit points can cause brief confusion, but I’m very glad to hear that once you connected, the rest of the day was a great success.
It’s wonderful to know you were able to see so much in just six hours and enjoy a comprehensive tour of the island. That’s exactly what we aim to deliver — a full and memorable experience, even within a limited timeframe.
Thank you again for your understanding and for choosing us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Malta in the future.
Warm regards,
Rose
Scott_C, Jan 2026
It was just what we wanted. Chris contacted us the night before and helped us arrange an itinerary that was customized to just what we were interested in. Darren arrived promptly drove skillfully and provided the right level of history and description. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hi Scott,
Thank you very much for your wonderful review.
I’m delighted to hear that Chris and Darren were able to create a seamless and enjoyable experience for you. It’s great that Chris helped tailor the itinerary to match your interests and that Darren provided prompt, skilled driving along with the perfect amount of historical insight.
Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we are thrilled that we could deliver exactly what you were hoping for. We would be happy to welcome you back to Malta for another personalized tour in the future.
Warm regards,
Rose
Deborah_W, Jan 2026
Chris was simply superb. Comfortable, clean car. Local guide who was clearly passionate about his country. Knowledgeable and informative. Great communication and adaptable to our needs. Would highly recommend
Deborah_G, Jan 2026
Our driver Peter was excellent! We got a full tour of everything we wanted. The day went very smoothly, with all the timing just right. We had ample te to see the sites we wanted. Peter managed drop-off.and pick-up at the various sites so that it was safe and convenient. He provided great information as we drove around.
Peter_S, Dec 2025
A great trip with Toni. Took us to the places we wanted to visit and was an excellent guide throughout.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for your lovely feedback Peter!🙏🏻 We’re really happy to hear you had a great trip with Toni and that the tour was tailored exactly to what you wanted to see. We appreciate you choosing our private car service and hope to see you again on a future visit to Malta!🤗
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