DAY 1: ISTANBUL – MALTA – THREE CITIES – MARSAXLOKK
Meeting with our valued guests at 05:30 at Gate 3 of Istanbul Airport, in front of the Turkish Airlines international counters (counters 1-27). After check-in procedures, we depart for Malta on Turkish Airlines flight TK1369 at 08:10. Arrival in Malta at 08:45 local time. We begin our panoramic tour with our waiting vehicle. Next, we visit the Three Cities, the first settlement of the Knights of Malta. Afterwards, we proceed to the town of Marsaxlokk, famous for its fish restaurants and colorful boats. We take a photo stop and have free time for lunch in this village, which holds historical significance as the place where the Ottoman Empire first landed on the island, featuring an organic products market and traditional houses. Then, transfer to our hotel.
DAY 2: MOSTA – MDINA – RABAT (GAME OF THRONES)
After breakfast at the hotel, we set off for the full-day tour. Our first stop is the Santa Maria Assunta Church, which has the third largest dome in Europe. After learning about the church and the World War II bomb displayed inside, we move on to Mdina. Here, we visit the Government Palace, Casa Inguanez, the Cathedral, and the Carmelite Church. Afterwards, we take a break at Fontanella Cafe overlooking the view. Guests who wish can taste pastas. Later, we take a short walk in Rabat and proceed to Sliema, representing the modern face of Malta. After the provided free time, we return to our hotel.
DAY 3: GOZO ISLAND – DWEJRA – T'PINO CHURCH – VICTORIA RABAT – XELENDI – MGARR
After breakfast, we head to Cirkewwa Port to cross over to Gozo Island. We arrive in Gozo by ferry. First, we see the Inland Sea and the Mushroom Rock. Next, we visit T'Pino Church. Afterwards, we sample local Gozo products such as honey, carob, olive oil, cheese, wine, and liqueur. For lunch and free time, we proceed to the town of Xelendi. After the meal, we move to Victoria Rabat to see St. George's Basilica and take a walk through the narrow streets. Finally, we return to Malta via Mgarr Port and transfer to our hotel.
DAY 4: VALLETTA – ISTANBUL
After breakfast at the hotel, checkout procedures are completed at 11:00. Afterwards, we proceed to the capital city, Valletta. Places to be visited during our tour include the Grand Master's Palace, Upper Barrakka Gardens, the Parliament Building, St. John's Co-Cathedral, and the Grand Library. At the end of the tour, we transfer to the airport. After ticket and baggage procedures, we depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1372 at 19:15. Arrival in Istanbul at 22:45, concluding the tour.