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3 days · Valletta itinerary

Malta in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days in Malta covers the capital, the islands and the south coast. Here is how to spend three perfect days based in Valletta — with the best-rated tours and day trips to book for each.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Valletta
  2. 2Day 2: Gozo & Comino
  3. 3Day 3: Three Cities & Blue Grotto
  4. 4Maltese evenings

Day 1: Valletta & Mdina

Explore the capital, the Co-Cathedral and the Silent City.

Day 2: Gozo & Comino

Boat to the Blue Lagoon and Gozo’s citadel and temples.

Day 3: harbour & south

See the Three Cities, the Blue Grotto and Marsaxlokk.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Valletta — prices per person.

Photo Tour in Malta's Most Iconic Spots (Valletta /Mdina /Other)
Malta
Photo Tour in Malta's Most Iconic Spots (Valletta /Mdina /Other)
5.0(73)·1 hour
from$115/ person
via Viator
Malta: Private Boat Trip to Comino, Blue Lagoon & Gozo
Malta
Malta: Private Boat Trip to Comino, Blue Lagoon & Gozo
5.0(70)·4 hours
from$247/ person
via Viator
Malta Coastline Cruise: Comino, Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon
Malta
Malta Coastline Cruise: Comino, Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon
5.0(172)·5h 30min
from$40/ person
via Viator
From Sorrento: Capri & Optional Blue Grotto Boat Tour
Sorrento
From Sorrento: Capri & Optional Blue Grotto Boat Tour
4.8(776)·7 hours
from$117/ person
via Viator
Mysteries and Histories of Mdina - Walking Tour
Malta
Mysteries and Histories of Mdina - Walking Tour
5.0(54)·2 hours
from$23/ person
via Viator
Comino Blue Lagoon and Gozo Private Boat Charter: Lucky Lady Boat
Malta
Comino Blue Lagoon and Gozo Private Boat Charter: Lucky Lady Boat
5.0(46)·2–6 hours
from$700/ person
via Viator
Full-Day Catamaran Cruise with Lunch in Island of Malta
Malta
Full-Day Catamaran Cruise with Lunch in Island of Malta
5.0(684)·6h 20min
from$148/ person
via Viator
Capri & Blue Grotto: Full-Day Tour with Guided Island Exploration
Capri
Capri & Blue Grotto: Full-Day Tour with Guided Island Exploration
4.8(103)·7 hours
from$132/ person
via Viator

Malta in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough to see Malta?
Three days is ideal — Valletta and Mdina, Gozo and the Blue Lagoon, and the Three Cities with the Blue Grotto and Marsaxlokk, covering the islands’ highlights.
What is the best day trip in Malta for 3 days?
Gozo and the Blue Lagoon are the most beautiful, Mdina the most atmospheric, and the Blue Grotto with Marsaxlokk the most scenic of the south coast.
How do I plan a 3-day Malta itinerary?
Spend day one in Valletta and Mdina, day two on Gozo and Comino, and day three on the Three Cities, Blue Grotto and Marsaxlokk, booking boat trips ahead in summer.

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