Gozo is an enchanting island, brimming with rich history at every twist and turn. During this full-day tour, you will experience Gozo’s magnificent heritage, visit key landmarks, and discover hidden gems.
After a short twenty-minute ferry crossing, we start by visiting the megalithic temples of Ġgantija, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1980.
We will proceed to Victoria, the capital city of Gozo. This is a great place to watch the islanders go about their day, especially when the main market square comes to life.
At the heart of the city lies “Iċ-Ċittadella” (The Citadel). With its distinctive skyline and imposing military architecture, this ancient, fortified structure stands out as Gozo’s major landmark.
We end the tour by visiting the sea inlet known as Xlendi Bay and the Inland Sea in Dwejra. Both areas are surrounded by picturesque, steep cliffs.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Admission ticket to the Temples of Ġgantija
✔ All transportation during the tour in an airconditioned coach or bus
✔ Lunch (fixed menu) including a glass of wine
✔ Pick-up and drop-off transfers (choose your preferred location from one of our meeting points)
✔ Roundtrip Gozo ferry tickets
✔ Licenced tour guide
✖ The optional boat trip at Dwejra Bay (to be paid on location), the cost is around €6 p/person
✖ Any extra drinks consumed during lunch (apart from a glass of wine no other drinks are included)
✖ Gratuities (optional)
Pickup Locations
1. Bella Vista Hotel Malta
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3. White Dolphin Holiday Complex
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5. Hotel Santana
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8. Cerviola Hotel
9. Arkati Literary B&B
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15. The Duke Boutique Hotel
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17. Murella Living
18. Seaview Hotel
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20. Quaint Boutique Hotel Sannat
Additional Info: 9:45 AM is the approximate start time of the activity and not the time when you will be picked up from your hotel (or closest meeting point). At least a few days before the date of your activity, you need to make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pick-up location and pick-up time. Your pick-up time can be any time between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM, depending on where you are staying.
Itinerary
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Ggantija Archaeological Park
We start our tour by visiting the megalithic temples of Ġgantija, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1980, this impressive archaeological site dates to c. 3600-2500 BC, along with Ta’ Ħaġrat Temples and Skorba Temples in Malta, the temples of Ġgantija are believed to be the second oldest free-standing monuments on Earth, second only to Göbekli Tepe in Turkey and predating Stonehenge in England, and the Pyramids of Egypt by approximately 1000 years! The etymology of “Ġgantija” is derived from the Maltese word for giant (“Ġgant”) because it was believed the site was built by a race of giants. This mythological idea makes sense considering that the temples are constructed from megaliths (massive limestone blocks) measuring more than five meters in length and weighing over 50 tons.
Duration: 45 minutes
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Victoria
After visiting the temples of Ġgantija we will proceed to visit Victoria, the delightful capital city of Gozo. Victoria is not just the geographic heart of Gozo; it is also the centre of everyday activity. It manages to combine the bustle of its market and shops with a relaxed and sociable atmosphere. It is a great place to watch the islanders go about their day, especially when the main market square comes to life.
Duration: 25 minutes
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The Citadel
At the heart of the city lies another majestic site; the medieval fortress known locally as “Iċ-Ċittadella” (The Citadel), with its distinctive skyline and imposing military architecture, this ancient, fortified structure stands out as Gozo’s major landmark, a beacon visible from all over the island.
The area has been inhabited since the Bronze Age, and the site now occupied by The Citadel is believed to have been the acropolis of the Punic-Roman city of Gaulos or Glauconis Civitas. During the medieval period, the acropolis was converted into a castle which served as a refuge for Gozo’s population. A suburb began to develop outside its walls by the 15th century, and this area now forms the historic core of Victoria.
Duration: 50 minutes
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Xlendi Bay
Our next visit is the delightful sea inlet known as Xlendi Bay, located at the end of a deep, lush ravine, which was once a riverbed and surrounded by picturesque steep cliffs, the bay is now on the must-visit list of most day-trippers to the Island. Xlendi’s small but lively promenade is busy at all times of the day, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and a handful of souvenir shops. Though seemingly bursting with activity during summer, Xlendi bay remains a refreshingly quiet place even at the height of the season.
Duration: 20 minutes
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Dwejra Bay
Our last stop is at Dwejra, situated on the western shore of the island of Gozo this area is a geological and ecological haven. All the various surroundings are a blend of geology, landscape, fauna, habitats, shoreline, seascapes, archaeology, flora, and history, which makes a visit to this site an experience to remember.
Dwejra is also known for its Inland Sea, a small bay surrounded by high cliffs and connected by an impressive 65-metre-long natural tunnel which opens out into the open sea, a truly fascinating natural formation which evokes awe and leaves a striking impression. Weather permitting you will have the opportunity to take a short boat trip through the narrow tunnel and its surrounding area, this trip is available at a small fee payable on location (the boat trip is not included in your package price).
Duration: 45 minutes
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Island of Gozo
A lunch (fixed menu) with a glass of wine is included during one of our stops.
Duration: 1.25 hours
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The time shown on the website or on your ticket is the approximate start time of the activity and not the time when you will be picked up from your hotel (or closest meeting point). At least a few days before the date of your activity, you need to make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pick-up location and pick-up time. Your pick-up time can be anytime between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM, depending on where you are staying.
• The boat trip at Dwejra Bay is not included in the price of your package; the boat trip is optional (to be paid on location) and can only be done subject to favourable weather conditions, the cost is approximately €6 per person.
• The tour in Polish will be conducted by either a Polish-speaking guide (subject to availability) or an English-speaking guide together with a native Polish host serving as a translator.
• The tour in Spanish will be conducted by either a Spanish-speaking guide (subject to availability) or an English-speaking guide together with a Spanish-speaking host serving as a translator.
• The tour will be guided in the language you have booked, however please note that at times, depending on operational circumstances, the commentary might be provided by a multilingual guide (limited to a maximum of 2 languages).
• The provider reserves the right to change the order of the visits without any prior notice.
• The total duration of the tour encompasses all transportation time, such as pick-up/drop-off transfers, travel time throughout the day, and the time spent commuting between the two islands.
• Not recommended for travellers with mobility impairments
