Sandi07054 Posted November 19, 2016 #1 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Am booked for cruise stop in December. Can't really find many excursion reviews. Am currently booked on a jeep tour but haven't seen many reviews Any help would be appreciated!! Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ColeThornton Posted November 19, 2016 #2 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Sandi, have you checked out the Europe ports of call forums? http://boards.cruisecritic.com/forumdisplay.php?f=19 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Turtles06 Posted November 19, 2016 #3 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Sandi, Definitely check out the Ports of Call forum as recommended above. One tip: make sure you are up on deck early for the sail in to Valletta; the Grand Harbor is one of the most beautiful natural harbors in the world. Don't miss any of it. (photo by turtles06) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesea777 Posted November 19, 2016 #4 Share Posted November 19, 2016 If you are already booked on a NCL excursion for Malta you won't be able to see other excursions for Malta on your NCL booking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeahawkSiren Posted November 20, 2016 #5 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Sandi, Definitely check out the Ports of Call forum as recommended above. One tip: make sure you are up on deck early for the sail in to Valletta; the Grand Harbor is one of the most beautiful natural harbors in the world. Don't miss any of it. Thank you for posting that beautiful photo. Valletta, Malta is one of the ports on our Med cruise in May. The sail in does look like it will be magnificent from all the photos I've seen! We are debating on not even doing a ship excursion and just enjoying some of the highlights in Valletta on our own. So far I have Grandmaster's Palace, Saint John's Co-Cathedral, Fort Saint Elmo and Upper Barrakka Gardens on my list! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Turtles06 Posted November 20, 2016 #6 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Thank you for posting that beautiful photo. Valletta, Malta is one of the ports on our Med cruise in May. The sail in does look like it will be magnificent from all the photos I've seen! We are debating on not even doing a ship excursion and just enjoying some of the highlights in Valletta on our own. So far I have Grandmaster's Palace, Saint John's Co-Cathedral, Fort Saint Elmo and Upper Barrakka Gardens on my list! Thanks for the kind words re my photo. Valletta is very do-able on your own. Of the places you mentioned, we visited the Co-Cathedral and the Upper Barrakka Gardens, and very much enjoyed both. While the Co-Cathedral is of course known for it Caravaggio, we thought the entire church was quite interesting. And just walking around Valletta was an experience: (photo by turtles06) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adele1 Posted November 20, 2016 #7 Share Posted November 20, 2016 I agree with Turtles06; been thee twice and you can easily do your own stuff in Valletta. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandi07054 Posted November 20, 2016 Author #8 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Thank you all. The pics are great. We will do the 4 hr excursion and then walk around the city Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wales4ever Posted November 20, 2016 #9 Share Posted November 20, 2016 (edited) There are horse and cart rides from near the ship, but quite expensive so haggle hard if you want one. As the city is very hilly, you can also get a lift/elevator from near the port to the upper gardens and walk around the city by yourselves. Its a fairly small island so easy to get to where you want to visit. Buses quite cheap but the drivers all think their are racing drivers... Edited November 20, 2016 by wales4ever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusin-Suzan Posted November 20, 2016 #10 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Sandi, Definitely check out the Ports of Call forum as recommended above. One tip: make sure you are up on deck early for the sail in to Valletta; the Grand Harbor is one of the most beautiful natural harbors in the world. Don't miss any of it. (photo by turtles06) Hi how are you both!!! We have not crossed crushing paths lately!!! We are going to Malta in April. Could you send us some hints!!! Your pictures looked beautiful!! My email is my name at gmail. I know you used to have it!,, thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Turtles06 Posted November 20, 2016 #11 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Hi how are you both!!! We have not crossed crushing paths lately!!! We are going to Malta in April. Could you send us some hints!!! Your pictures looked beautiful!! My email is my name at gmail. I know you used to have it!,, thanks It is indeed a small world! :) You have mail. (Please let me know here if you don't receive it.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newtocruising2 Posted November 20, 2016 #12 Share Posted November 20, 2016 I love Malta! I have to reiterate to get up early and see the harbor as the sun is rising...the buildings GLOW! So beautiful! I've done Malta on my own and also on a private tour. On my own, I was able to see the War Museum (truly fascinating), the Co-Cathedral, and the toy museum (don't waste your time), and walk all over the historical area. The tour we arranged took us to: Valletta (Barraka Gardens, Merchants/Republic Streets, St, John's CVo. Cathedral) Blue Grotto Hagar Qim Temples Mdina Medieval City It was amazing. Have a great time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sauer-kraut Posted November 20, 2016 #13 Share Posted November 20, 2016 There is a lot of information on Malta on the EUROPE ports of call board under "Other Mediterranean Ports" Also if you are looking for stone age history Hagar Qim and the Hypogeum are absolute must see cultural sites. Book your Hypogeum tickets several months in advance because daily tours are limited due to the fragile nature of the petroglyphs inside. I loved Malta, we spent a week there and had a wonderful time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlowBlueSkies Posted December 15, 2016 #14 Share Posted December 15, 2016 Thank you for posting that beautiful photo. Valletta, Malta is one of the ports on our Med cruise in May. The sail in does look like it will be magnificent from all the photos I've seen! We are debating on not even doing a ship excursion and just enjoying some of the highlights in Valletta on our own. So far I have Grandmaster's Palace, Saint John's Co-Cathedral, Fort Saint Elmo and Upper Barrakka Gardens on my list! Seahawk Siren, I just spent the last twelve months living in Valletta. It's a gorgeous capital city, with much to keep you busy. Depending upon how much time you have and what you like to do, you might be content just exploring Valletta. There is certainly lots to see and do outside of Valletta (Mdina, Hypogeum, Hagar Qim Temples, St. Paul's Catacombs, etc.) but the traffic can be really challenging, particularly during rush-hour. I just wrote an in-depth piece on my travel blog about what to see/do in Valletta, which might give you some more ideas: https://triciaannemitchell.com/2016/12/04/things-to-do-in-valletta-malta-attractions-hotels-guide/ Either way, here's hoping you have a wonderful time in Malta! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeahawkSiren Posted December 15, 2016 #15 Share Posted December 15, 2016 Seahawk Siren, I just spent the last twelve months living in Valletta. It's a gorgeous capital city, with much to keep you busy. Depending upon how much time you have and what you like to do, you might be content just exploring Valletta. There is certainly lots to see and do outside of Valletta (Mdina, Hypogeum, Hagar Qim Temples, St. Paul's Catacombs, etc.) but the traffic can be really challenging, particularly during rush-hour. I just wrote an in-depth piece on my travel blog about what to see/do in Valletta, which might give you some more ideas: https://triciaannemitchell.com/2016/12/04/things-to-do-in-valletta-malta-attractions-hotels-guide/ Either way, here's hoping you have a wonderful time in Malta! Tricia - Wow! Thank you very much for posting the link to your travel blog on Valletta. Very colorful, informative writing and beautiful photos! I am so looking forward to visiting Valletta for the very first time. We have limited time there, only 8 hours. You have sold me on Rampila Restaurant and will plan on having lunch there. Looks like a wonderful place for a meal and a glass of wine in a very unique setting! Thanks again. My anticipation of experiencing this city is further heightened by reading your blog! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlowBlueSkies Posted January 5, 2017 #16 Share Posted January 5, 2017 Thank you, and glad you found it useful! I hope you enjoy Rampila as much as we did. Here's hoping you'll have lots of sunshine during your visit too. Of course, Malta's known for its great weather. :) Happy travels! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VidaLouca Posted February 22, 2018 #17 Share Posted February 22, 2018 Hi We will be in Malta between 8am and 18h00. Do you think it's possible to visit Mdina, the 3 cities and Valletta? If not ehat di you suggest Mdina or the 3 cities + valletta? Hope to hear from you soon. Regards Suzy quote=SlowBlueSkies;51764018]Seahawk Siren, I just spent the last twelve months living in Valletta. It's a gorgeous capital city, with much to keep you busy. Depending upon how much time you have and what you like to do, you might be content just exploring Valletta. There is certainly lots to see and do outside of Valletta (Mdina, Hypogeum, Hagar Qim Temples, St. Paul's Catacombs, etc.) but the traffic can be really challenging, particularly during rush-hour. I just wrote an in-depth piece on my travel blog about what to see/do in Valletta, which might give you some more ideas: https://triciaannemitchell.com/2016/12/04/things-to-do-in-valletta-malta-attractions-hotels-guide/ Either way, here's hoping you have a wonderful time in Malta! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macandlucy Posted February 22, 2018 #18 Share Posted February 22, 2018 Don't miss the sail in! It was really wonderful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColinIllinois Posted February 22, 2018 #19 Share Posted February 22, 2018 Hi We will be in Malta between 8am and 18h00. Do you think it's possible to visit Mdina, the 3 cities and Valletta? If not ehat di you suggest Mdina or the 3 cities + valletta? Hope to hear from you soon. Regards Suzy quote=SlowBlueSkies;51764018]Seahawk Siren, I just spent the last twelve months living in Valletta. It's a gorgeous capital city, with much to keep you busy. Depending upon how much time you have and what you like to do, you might be content just exploring Valletta. There is certainly lots to see and do outside of Valletta (Mdina, Hypogeum, Hagar Qim Temples, St. Paul's Catacombs, etc.) but the traffic can be really challenging, particularly during rush-hour. I just wrote an in-depth piece on my travel blog about what to see/do in Valletta, which might give you some more ideas: https://triciaannemitchell.com/2016/12/04/things-to-do-in-valletta-malta-attractions-hotels-guide/ Either way, here's hoping you have a wonderful time in Malta! This thread is from 2016. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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