Islands of the Mediterranean Sea: Malta and Cyprus

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Islands of the Mediterranean Sea: Malta and Cyprus
Malta and Cyprus
Duration: 17 days
Group size: 1 - 12
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$8,570
Deposit: $1,200

About this trip

Experience the cultural crossroads of the Mediterranean on an immersive journey through —Malta and Cyprus— islands shaped by ancient civilizations, strategic maritime routes, and centuries of layered history. From UNESCO-listed archaeological sites to fortified cities and living traditions, this thoughtfully paced itinerary offers a deep sense of place across two distinct island cultures.

Travel with our expert guides while enjoying a balanced mix of guided sightseeing and time to explore independently. Scenic coastlines, historic towns, and enduring cultural landscapes come together in a journey designed for travelers seeking both insight and immersion.

Trip pricing is contingent upon a minimum of four (4) participants and is subject to adjustment should this minimum not be met.

Highlights

  • Explore Valletta (UNESCO) and Malta’s legacy of the Knights of St. John

  • Visit Malta’s prehistoric temples and Hypogeum (UNESCO)

  • Discover Gozo Island, from Ġgantija Temples to the Citadel in Victoria

  • Walk through Paphos (UNESCO) and Cyprus’s Greco-Roman heritage

  • Experience Nicosia, the world’s last divided capital

Included

  • Accommodations with breakfast. 3 Heritage Malta; -4-5 stars

  • Accompanying guide (different one for each country)

  • Arrival & Departure Transfers on tour dates

  • AC Transport van or minibus depending on group size

  • Nine lunches in Cyprus based on min group size 4

  • One dinner in Limassol based on min group size of 4

  • Bottled water in the vehicle during drives and touring

  • Entrance Fees

Not Included

  • International airfare

  • Tourist tax (if any)

  • Flight Valletta, Malta-Larnaca, Cyprus

  • Tips to drivers, guides, and hotel porters

  • Lunches in Cyprus if group size is less than 4

  • Dinner in Limassol, Cyprus if group size is less than 4

Map of the trip locations

A. Malta and Cyprus

Malta and Cyprus

About your organizer

Original World, founded in 1997, offers hand-crafted immersive journeys steeped in vibrant local color and time-honored traditions. Original World is a boutique company, not a corporate conglomerate. Our services are personalized and we offer options for flexibility even within a group tour. Our small group tours feel like a private tour experience with like-minded travel companions. Explore destinations that maintain a traditional culture in India, Asia, Africa, Middle East, and Central, Northern, and Eastern Europe.

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