The Best Historical Organized Tours in Malta

Guided Group Tours, Vacation Packages, or Planned Itineraries

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Are you ready to satisfy your wanderlust and ignite your curiosity for the past? These top rated historical and cultural tours to Malta offer a unique blend of exploration, education, and relaxation. With meticulous analysis of a wide array of organized tours, holiday packages, and tour packages based on service, price, comfort, guest ratings, and activities, we've handpicked the most captivating experiences to help you plan your next trip. From immersive guided tours to off-the-beaten-path excursions, these fantastic and well-planned guided tours are designed to provide a perfect balance between adventure and relaxation. Get ready to embark on a journey that will leave you with lifelong memories and a deeper appreciation for the heritage that has shaped our world.


The Top 3 Tours:

  • 11 Days, $2562.25

  • 11 Days, $2774.04

  • 10 Days, $2747.00
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The Best Historical Tours through Malta

Including guided tours, organized tours, holiday packages, all-inclusive vacations, and guided itineraries.

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Organized by Omega Tours 11 Days Catania to Valletta 18 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for historical tours in Malta.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Culture Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 13 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 40
Price per Day: $233

This tour visits Catania, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Marsala, Saline di Nubia, Palermo, Monreale, Cefalu, Mount Etna, Taormina, Valletta, Mdina, Marsaxlokk, and Comino.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Historical
  • Partially Guided

By Omega Tours
Omega Tours is a large international travel company offering trips all over the world. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category.



$2,562
on TourRadar

Organized by Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl 11 Days Catania to Mdina 16 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for historical tours in Malta.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 2 to 90
Maximum Group Size: 40
Price per Day: $252

This tour visits Catania, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Marsala, Monreale, Palermo, Cefalu, Mount Etna, Taormina, Valletta, Marsaxlokk, and Mdina.

  • Coach / Bus
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl
Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on Italy and Malta. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.



$2,774
on TourRadar

Organized by Globus 10 Days Palermo to Saint Julians 11 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for historical tours in Malta.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 5 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 46
Price per Day: $287

This tour visits Palermo, Agrigento, Piazza Armerina, Syracuse, Catania, Taormina, Valletta, Saint Julians, Rabat, Mosta, and Mdina.

  • Coach / Bus
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Globus
Globus is a well-established tour company offering premium guided vacations worldwide. They focus on comfort, convenience, and in-depth cultural experiences with centrally located hotels, VIP access to attractions, and expert local guides.



$2,747
on TourRadar

Organized by Collette 12 Days Sliema to Taormina 6 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 4.6 rating

Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 44
Price per Day: $333

This tour visits Sliema, Valletta, Ragusa, Syracuse, Taormina, and Mount Etna.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Collette
Collette is a long-established tour operator offering guided tours with a balance of structured sightseeing and free time. Their trips range from classic group tours to small-group explorations, faith-based travel, and luxury options. They emphasize comfort, cultural immersion, and local experiences, often including unique dining and hands-on activities.



$3,999
on TourRadar

Organized by Collette 12 Days Sliema to Taormina 6 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 4.6 rating

Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 44
Price per Day: $333

This tour visits Sliema, Valletta, Ragusa, Syracuse, Taormina, and Mount Etna.

  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Collette
Collette is a long-established tour operator offering guided tours with a balance of structured sightseeing and free time. Their trips range from classic group tours to small-group explorations, faith-based travel, and luxury options. They emphasize comfort, cultural immersion, and local experiences, often including unique dining and hands-on activities.



$3,999
on TourRadar

Organized by My Art Collection Travel 10 Days Palermo to Valletta 15 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 7 to 100
Maximum Group Size: 30
Price per Day: $588

This tour visits Palermo, Monreale, Erice, Marsala, Agrigento, Piazza Armerina, Catania, Mount Etna, Taormina, Syracuse, Noto, Pozzallo, Mdina, Valletta, and Gozo.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Partially Guided

By My Art Collection Travel
My Art Collection Travel is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on Italy and Malta. The tours offered by My Art Collection Travel are usually luxurious, high-end, and provide a top-tier level of service.



$5,096
on TourRadar

Organized by Intrepid Travel 7 Days Start/End in Valletta 3 Destinations
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

Great for:
  • Culture Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 15 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $372

This tour visits Valletta, Marsaxlokk, and Gozo.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Intrepid Travel
Intrepid specializes in small-group adventure travel with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and authentic experiences. They cater to different travel styles, from budget-friendly backpacking-style tours to premium small-group adventures.



$2,605
on TourRadar

Organized by Insight Vacations 14 Days Palermo to Sliema 11 Destinations
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 40
Price per Day: $308

This tour visits Palermo, Trapani, Marsala, Agrigento, Ragusa, Modica, Syracuse, Giardini Naxos, Sliema, Valletta, and Mdina.

  • Coach / Bus
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Insight Vacations
Insight Vacations is a premium guided tour company known for its luxurious coach travel, high-end accommodations, and immersive cultural experiences. They focus on comfort and exclusivity, offering smaller group sizes, carefully curated sightseeing, and unique dining experiences, such as farm-to-table meals and exclusive local encounters.



$4,109
on TourRadar

Organized by Soleto Travel 11 Days Catania to Valletta 18 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for historical tours in Malta.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 18 to 90
Maximum Group Size: 35
Price per Day: $304

This tour visits Catania, Monreale, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Marsala, Palermo, Cefalu, Mount Etna, Taormina, Mdina, Marsaxlokk, Blue Grotto, Dingli, and Valletta.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Partially Guided

By Soleto Travel
Soleto Travel is a smaller international tour company with trips to 3 countries, including Italy, Malta, and Switzerland. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category.



$3,344
on TourRadar

Organized by Insight Vacations 14 Days Palermo to Sliema 12 Destinations
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 4.1 rating

Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 24
Price per Day: $395

This tour visits Palermo, Trapani, Marsala, Agrigento, Ragusa, Modica, Syracuse, Giardini Naxos, Catania, Sliema, Valletta, and Mdina.

  • Coach / Bus
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Insight Vacations
Insight Vacations is a premium guided tour company known for its luxurious coach travel, high-end accommodations, and immersive cultural experiences. They focus on comfort and exclusivity, offering smaller group sizes, carefully curated sightseeing, and unique dining experiences, such as farm-to-table meals and exclusive local encounters.



$5,324
on TourRadar

Why does Malta appeal to history enthusiasts?

Malta captivates history enthusiasts with its wealth of historical sites, spanning from ancient times through more recent history. These regional destinations provide a perfect mix of history, culture, and adventure in an affordable package. Plus, the fun and easy itineraries make for a stress-free adventure while creating lasting memories.

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How much do historical tours in Malta cost?

The average daily price of Historical Tours in Malta is $341 per day. Prices can vary widely due to the included amenities, length of the trip, number of guests on the tour, and many other factors. If you want more information about prices, we have put together a complete analysis of the costs of Historical Tours in Malta here.


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Which Tour Companies Offer Historical Tours?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer historical tours in Malta. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

Collette

Collette logo Collette is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include the U.S., Italy, Great Britain, and France. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as wine tasting, island hopping, and camping.

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Insight Vacations

Insight Vacations logo Insight Vacations is a large multi-national travel company which offers tours to destinations around the world. Some of their most popular destinations include Italy, Great Britain, Austria, and France. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category.

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Intrepid Travel

Intrepid Travel logo Intrepid Travel is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include Australia, Thailand, Tanzania, and Italy. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as camping, wine tasting, snorkelling, kayaking, cooking classes, island hopping, white water rafting, surfing, horse riding, whale watching, and bird watching.

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Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl

Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl is a smaller tour company that focuses on Italy and Malta. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.

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Historical Destinations in Malta

Wondering where historical tours visit in Malta? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

Valletta

Valletta is the small but impressive capital of the Mediterranean island nation of Malta. The town is compact and rich in history and culture. It looks out over one of the most magnificent harbors in Europe and is surrounding by ancient fortifications. The old town is easily explored on foot as you soak up the Mediterranean sunshine and dine at longstanding local restaurants.

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Other popular destinations for historical tours through Malta include Mdina, Sliema, Marsaxlokk, Saint Julians, and Rabat.


Historical Tours vs. Independent Travel: Pros and Cons

If you're trying to decide whether to book an organized tour or plan the entire adventure yourself, keep in mind the following factors for each style of travel.

Pros
  • Learn detailed stories and context from expert guides.
  • Visit significant landmarks efficiently.
  • Access exclusive areas not open to the public.
  • Guides bring history to life with engaging narratives.
  • Save time on researching destinations.
  • Enjoy a curated itinerary of top historical sites.
  • Guides answer questions for deeper understanding.
  • Group tours can provide a social learning experience.
  • Avoid logistical challenges like tickets or reservations.
  • Guides help connect the dots between events and eras.
Cons
  • Less flexibility in the itinerary.
  • Group size might impact the experience.


Pros
  • Full control over your itinerary and pace.
  • Focus on sites that interest you most.
  • Flexibility to spend more time at certain locations.
  • Explore at unconventional hours to avoid crowds.
  • Customize your trip around niche historical themes.
Cons
  • Requires time-consuming research to plan.
  • Risk of missing key details without a guide.
  • May overlook important or lesser-known sites.
  • Difficult to understand the full historical context.
  • Navigation and logistics can be more complex.
  • No expert to answer questions during your visit.
  • Potential for long waits without pre-booking tickets.
  • Self-guided tours may lack the interactive element.


Which is cheaper?

Is it cheaper to plan your own trip or join guided historical tours? The answer isn't clear-cut. Tours typically package accommodations, transportation, meals, entry fees, and activities into one price, whereas independent travelers must arrange and pay for these themselves. To understand the cost difference, compare the tour's price with the cost of booking everything individually. Depending on whether you choose budget-friendly options or splurge on certain aspects, the tour might be a better deal—or not. Make sure to check what's included before drawing conclusions.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

More Tour Options

See also The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Malta, The Best 10-Day Tours in Malta, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Malta, The Best 2-Week Tours in Malta, The Best Christmas & New Years Tours in Malta, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Malta, The Best Adventure Tours to Malta, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Malta, The Best Cultural Tours in Malta, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Malta, The Best Luxury Tours to Malta, or The Best Tours for Seniors to Malta for more tour ideas. With so many options, there's a guided tour or vacation package for every type of traveler.

Also, if you're departing from a specific destination, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Luqa or The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Valletta for more package tour options.

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