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Malta in Motion

Where centuries of history meet natural beauty and relaxed, sophisticated adventure.

Sunset view of the Three Cities waterfront across Grand Harbour, Malta.
Date
Oct 9 - 16, 2027
From Price
$2,998.00
Contact

AESU
800-638-7640

Type
Land
Region
Europe
Tour Manager

Rileigh Hageman
hageman.97@osu.edu

Trip overview

Golden beaches, secluded coves, and streets shaped by thousands of years of history—this is Malta. Discover ancient temples and beautifully preserved medieval cities by day, then unwind in the evening with a glass of local wine or a leisurely seaside dinner. With sun-filled days, scenic coastal walks, and refreshing swims beneath dramatic cliffs, Malta offers a rewarding blend of culture, natural beauty, and relaxed Mediterranean living.

*Note: This tour is designed primarily for alumni and friends ages 40–60.

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Tour highlights

  • Six nights at three-star hotel or better, two-share rooms with private bath/shower
  • Airport transfer with purchased AESU group airfare
  • Ground transportation by private motor coach as per itinerary
  • Private tour director for the entire duration of the land tour
  • All service charges and local taxes

Meals

  • Six breakfasts
  • Three specialty dinners
  • One lunch

Activities, Admissions and Sights

  • Guided tour of Valletta
  • Misterium Fidei
  • Blue Grotto boat ride
  • Guided tour of Mdina (“The Silent City”)
  • Guided tour of Gozo Island, including Gozo Citadel
  • Guided tour of the Three Cities: Vittoriosa, Senglea, Cospicua
  • Tuta Agrotourism Farm visit
  • Cheese-making workshop
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens
  • St. John’s Co-Cathedral
  • Grand Master’s Palace
  • Hagar Qim Temples
  • Mnajdra Temples
  • Azure Window views
  • Swim in the Inland Sea

*Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Dates, itineraries and prices are subject to change.

Sunset view of the Three Cities waterfront across Grand Harbour, Malta.
Boat inside the Blue Grotto sea cave on the southern coast of Malta.
Traditional Maltese luzzu fishing boat moored in Marsaxlokk harbor.
View from a coastal cave overlooking Ramla Bay on Gozo Island, Malta.
Megalithic stone structures at Ħaġar Qim temples in southern Malta.
Colorful fishing boats docked in Marsaxlokk harbor, Malta.
Night view of Valletta marina with yachts and illuminated city skyline.
Narrow street with historic balconies in Rabat, Malta.
People standing by the sea with Valletta skyline and St. Paul’s Cathedral in the background.

Itinerary

Day 1: Flight to Malta 

Day 2: Land Tour Start Day | Malta 

Day 3: Valletta 

Day 4: Hagar Qim and Mnajdra | Mdina  

Day 5: Gozo Island  

Day 6: Malta (Free Day)

Day 7: Historic Three Cities 

Day 8: Travel Home 

Map for Malta tour spots.

Preferred Travel Insurance

USI Travel Insurance Services is the preferred provider of travel insurance for The Ohio State University. We highly recommend that you review this information and consider insurance to protect yourself and your investment. USI is a comprehensive plan that offers three options, allowing you to select the coverage that best suits your needs. You can find additional details, request a quote and purchase a plan online at https://my.travelinsure.com/ohiostate/ or by calling 1-800-937-1387.

Cancellations

Visit the AESU website to learn about the terms and conditions.