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Malta + Gozo

Secrets of Malta Walking

Trip code: W07ML

Average customer rating 4.9 / 5(10 verified reviews)

Self-Guided Walking
7 nights single centre
Leisurely
Flights available
CO₂ rating 1/5
Headwater Navigation app

Trip highlights

Excellent coastal walking with spectacular views over dramatic coastlines, beautiful beaches and azure Mediterranean waters.

Discover the fascinating and historic UNESCO World Heritage city of Valletta with awe inspiring architecture.

Explore ecologically diverse nature parks, woodlands and the ancient Punic tombs of Malta.

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Trip details

The largest of the Maltese islands, there is so much to explore in Malta with has a rich and varied history; the Maltese islands have played host to the Phoenicians, the Romans, the Knights of St John, Napoleanic and the British Empires whose influeces can be seen all over the island. The awe inspiring architecture is clearly evident, especially in the UNESCO world heritage site of Valletta, Malta’s capital city. With so many rich and colourful traditions and excellent gastronomy, there is plenty to tantalise your tastebuds.

What's included

Included

  • 7 nights in 4-star equivalent and 4-star accommodation
  • All breakfasts
  • Briefing at the start of your holiday
  • Headwater navigation app
  • 7 day bus ticket for walking transfers

Not included

  • Flights
  • Local taxes/fees
  • Travel insurance

Travel options

Flights

Our air prices include standard flights and transfers.

Itinerary

Route map, with each night's stop marked
The full route, night by night. Select the map to view it full screen.

Day 1 · —Arrival in Malta

Arrival in Malta

Arrive at your hotel in the quieter area of St Julian’s. Below is a suggested itinerary for the week but you are free to pick and choose when and where you walk each day.

You stay at Hotel Holm or Hotel Verdi

Hotel Holm rooftop pool
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Hotel Holm

St Julians

  • Air conditioning
  • Hairdryers
  • Mastercard
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Swimming pool
  • Television
  • Visa cards
  • Wifi access

Hotel Holm is a modern and contemporary boutique hotel and spa with design driven décor. Tucked away in a quiet narrow alley just 350m from Balluta Bay it offers an excellent location to explore Malta and nearby Valletta. You stay in the Superior rooms on a B&B basis with plenty of options for dinner nearby. Valletta is also just a short taxi ride away should you wish to spend an evening in the capital.

The hotel has Wi-Fi throughout, a 24 hour bar service, a rooftop infinity pool and and the heated indoor pool and spa facilities (treatments payable locally) are excellent.

Hotel Verdi Malta - Deluxe Room
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Hotel Verdi

Gzira

  • Air conditioning
  • Hairdryers
  • Mastercard
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Shops
  • Swimming pool
  • Television
  • Visa cards
  • Wifi access

Situated right on the waterfront, the Hotel Verdi has a great location, right on the popular promenade and with shops, trendy cafés, restaurants and bars, swimming spots, and even a beach club on its doorstep. You are just a short walk or taxi from the main areas of Valetta, so whether you are interested in the shopping in Sliema, or the cultural and historical delights of the old town, you won’t be disappointed. This is a great place to stay for your walking holiday in Malta.

The hotel has many features including a well-equipped gym, Scandi-style sauna, and a bijou roof-top pool. There is 24/7 reception, room service, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a delightful on-site restaurant and lobby bar.

Day 2 · 15km/9.3miMalta's 'fish tail'

Malta's 'fish tail'

Discover Malta’s ‘fish tail’ with breath taking cliffs beautiful beaches and stunning views to Comino and Gozo.

Elevation

Malta's 'fish tail' elevation profile

Day 3 · 12km/7.5miXemxija Trail to Majjistral Park

Xemxija Trail to Majjistral Park

Explore Malta’s ancient relics and Punic tombs, pass a 1,000-year-old carob tree and continue to the ecologically diverse Majjistral Nature Park.

Elevation

Xemxija Trail to Majjistral Park elevation profile

Day 4 · 6km/3.7mi or 8km/5.0miXemxija Hill, Mistra and Selmun

Xemxija Hill, Mistra and Selmun

Excellent views of Mistra Bay, Xemxija and St. Pauls Bay following the coast line to Selmun.

Elevation

Xemxija Hill, Mistra and Selmun elevation profile

Day 5 · 10km/6.2mi or 16km/9.9miValletta

Valletta

An impressive coastal walk of Malta’s capital city with UNESCO World Heritage site status, with stunning views of its surrounding natural harbours

Elevation

Valletta elevation profile

Day 6 · 13km/8.1mi or 14km/8.7miRabat area

Rabat area

Explore the area of Rabat, one of Malta’s oldest settlements and the impressive walled city of Mdina or head towards the coast with dramatic cliffs.

Elevation

Rabat area elevation profile

Day 7 · 8km/5.0mi or 13km/8.1miMarsascala to Marsaxlokk Bay

Marsascala to Marsaxlokk Bay

Dramatic sandstone cliffs and magnificent sea views between the two fishing towns of Marsascala and Marsaxlokk Bay, famous for its Sunday Fish Market!

Elevation

Marsascala to Marsaxlokk Bay elevation profile

Day 8 · —Leave Malta

Leave Malta

Depart St Julian’s

What our travellers say

The Headwater rep in Malta, Stephanie Tickle, was excellent. She was very helpful and gave us lots of recommendations for our stay there.

Norma Gardner

A great holiday for walkers, trust your instincts and don’t just follow the app as things can change post updates. It gives you enough topography to allow you to re route and get back on track. The support from both the UK and in Malta is exemplary. So glad I went.

Simon Arthur

Well organised, no problems. Great app.

A Valued Customer

The app worked and the staff were helpful.

Mr Boughton

Well-organised, with simple/clear communication, responsive and supportive

A Valued Customer

The UK office staff were great in terms of booking the holiday and communication. The staff in Malta were also great. The waliking app is very good and we thoroughly enjoyed the routes

Ms Ratcliffe

We’ve already recommended you to lots of people this week, because we loved the walking, the hotel and the places we saw on Malta

Mrs Horton

Good itineraries, nice hotels, excellent local support

A Valued Customer

Very well coordinated & organised. High quality accommodation & very simple to use walking app.

Mr Davis

I have used Headwater for more than 15 years – at least one holiday per year with them.

Dr Fowler
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Positive impact

Carbon score for this trip

14.0

Kg CO₂e

per person, per night

Relative to other Headwater trips

We measure emissions from the parts of the holiday we organise — including accommodation, in-trip transport, meals and activities — and express them as CO₂e per person, per night. Our label doesn’t include your travel to and from the start of the trip. As a Certified B Corp, Headwater is committed to reducing this figure and to positively impacting local communities, the local environment and our staff. Learn more

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