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WHAT YOU VISIT
Wied iz Zurrieq
A little village tucked on Malta's west coast is home to rugged cliffs, deep sea waters and hidden caves. Here, you can choose to take an optional boat ride into the famous Blue Grotto and its surrounding caves, enjoy photo opportunities of the small inlet, check out local souvenirs or enjoy a refreshing beverage in a café'.

Hagar Qim
Considered among the most important archaeological sites in the world, this megalithic temple complex dates as far back as 3000 B.C. Perched on a hilltop overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and the islet of Fifla, the ruins of the UNESCO World Heritage Site includes five rooms with a corridor down the middle. Learn more of its history at the adjacent visitor center.

St. John's Co-Cathedral
Constructed by the Knights of Malta between 1572 and 1577, the church is considered one of the finest in the world and one of the best examples of Baroque architecture in Europe. Behind its plain façade is a dazzling interior of intricately carved stone walls, a painted vaulted ceiling, and a marble mosaic floor, which is inlaid with the glittering tombs of 400 knights. In the oratory you'll find the "Beheading of St. John the Baptist" painting by Caravaggio.

Upper Barrakka Gardens
Boasting some of the most impressive views the islands have to offer, the 195-year-old gardens hosts the popular 4 o'clock gun salute.

PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
Among the stunning sites you'll see during the day, you'll pause for an outside visit at The Grand Masters Palace, one of the first buildings to be built in Valletta. Dating back to 1571, the Palace was once the residence of the Grand Masters of the Knights of St. John and currently houses the Office of the President of Malta.

LUNCH
A traditional Maltese lunch awaits at The Old Farmhouse (Razzett L'Antik) in one of Malta's largest valleys. On the menu is a vast selection of Maltese antipasto; chicken and roast potatoes with fennel, onions and tomatoes; dessert; water and a glass of house wine.

WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
A walking tour through Valleta begins at the Triton Fountain. Located right outside the main Gate of Valletta, three half-humans, half-mermen are one of the first things you'll see as you enter Malta's capital. Majestically holding up a bronze platter, Tritons became a symbol of strength and the island's relation to the Mediterranean Sea. Then, you'll stroll past Auberge de Castille, which houses the Office of the Prime Minister.