The Hal Saflieni Hypogeum & Tarxien Temples
Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
The Hypogeum of Hal Saflieni
Only 80 visitors each day can experience this astonishing site and Princess Cruises has arranged a visit just for you! The island's oldest underground temple and necropolis yet discovered, the 5,400-square-foot site literally means "underground," and when you enter you'll see a series of chambers, halls and passages on three different levels ranging in age from 3600 to 2500 B.C. The second level features sophisticated stonework and boasts a number of temple-like rooms including the Oracle Room, the Decorated Room and the Snake Pit.
Temples of Tarxien
These ancient ruins were once part of an imposing temple complex built by prehistoric man dating as far back as 3000 B.C. The most complex of Malta's temple sites, it includes a cremation cemetery and features a central building of three parallel sets of double apses. Walls exhibiting low relief work and friezes of animals and spiral patterns, a decorated altar table and a colossal stone statue, still remain.
Wied iz Zurrieq
One of the oldest towns in Malta, this west coast village is home to the famous Blue Grotto. 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, simply take it easy and check out some local souvenirs or enjoy a refreshing beverage in one of the café's.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
Bring your best lenses and a camera with full battery and lots of memory space-the sites you'll explore are so breathtaking, you may find it indescribable so have your camera handy so you can show the folks back home.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
Sit back and relax as you travel through Valleta's quaint narrow streets to the nearby ruins of Hypogeum of Hal Saflieni and Temples of Tarxien, and through the island to the west coast village of Wied iz Zurrieq.
Schedule
Special Notes
This tour requires walking over some uneven and broken ancient surfaces. Not recommended for guests with limited mobility or in wheelchairs. Wear warm-weather clothing and comfortable walking shoes. Bring a hat and an adequate sun protection. This tour is only available to a maximum group of 10 persons.
Please note that due to health and safety reasons, no one under the age of 12 years will be admitted to the Hypogeum. Additionally, please take into consideration that the Hypogeum is an enclosed space and this might cause mild discomfort to those susceptible to claustrophobia. Comfortable shoes (but no flip flops) should be worn for the visit as due to the high humidity levels within the site, some areas may be slightly slippery.
The Visitor Center at the Hypogeum, which includes a display area and an audiovisual presentation, is wheelchair accessible. The archaeological site itself however is NOT accessible to wheelchairs due to its configuration.
This tour is very popular and typically sells out quickly, especially due to the limited space available at the Hypogeum.
Use of an audio headset (included) will enhance your tour experience.
Use of an audio headset (included) will enhance your tour experience.
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Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
The Hypogeum of Hal Saflieni
Only 80 visitors each day can experience this astonishing site and Princess Cruises has arranged a visit just for you! The island's oldest underground temple and necropolis yet discovered, the 5,400-square-foot site literally means "underground," and when you enter you'll see a series of chambers, halls and passages on three different levels ranging in age from 3600 to 2500 B.C. The second level features sophisticated stonework and boasts a number of temple-like rooms including the Oracle Room, the Decorated Room and the Snake Pit.
Temples of Tarxien
These ancient ruins were once part of an imposing temple complex built by prehistoric man dating as far back as 3000 B.C. The most complex of Malta's temple sites, it includes a cremation cemetery and features a central building of three parallel sets of double apses. Walls exhibiting low relief work and friezes of animals and spiral patterns, a decorated altar table and a colossal stone statue, still remain.
Wied iz Zurrieq
One of the oldest towns in Malta, this west coast village is home to the famous Blue Grotto. 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, simply take it easy and check out some local souvenirs or enjoy a refreshing beverage in one of the café's.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
Bring your best lenses and a camera with full battery and lots of memory space-the sites you'll explore are so breathtaking, you may find it indescribable so have your camera handy so you can show the folks back home.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
Sit back and relax as you travel through Valleta's quaint narrow streets to the nearby ruins of Hypogeum of Hal Saflieni and Temples of Tarxien, and through the island to the west coast village of Wied iz Zurrieq.
Schedule
Special Notes
This tour requires walking over some uneven and broken ancient surfaces. Not recommended for guests with limited mobility or in wheelchairs. Wear warm-weather clothing and comfortable walking shoes. Bring a hat and an adequate sun protection. This tour is only available to a maximum group of 10 persons.
Please note that due to health and safety reasons, no one under the age of 12 years will be admitted to the Hypogeum. Additionally, please take into consideration that the Hypogeum is an enclosed space and this might cause mild discomfort to those susceptible to claustrophobia. Comfortable shoes (but no flip flops) should be worn for the visit as due to the high humidity levels within the site, some areas may be slightly slippery.
The Visitor Center at the Hypogeum, which includes a display area and an audiovisual presentation, is wheelchair accessible. The archaeological site itself however is NOT accessible to wheelchairs due to its configuration.
This tour is very popular and typically sells out quickly, especially due to the limited space available at the Hypogeum.
Use of an audio headset (included) will enhance your tour experience.
Use of an audio headset (included) will enhance your tour experience.