WWII Malta
MaltaLet us take you to discover the rich history, the locations and the stories of Malta’s great involvement in WWII. With expert guides you will discover how Malta was key to the success of WWII, visiting the many sites discovering hidden war headquarters, the great War Museums, Fort St Angelo, the National Library and the many stories that showcase the resilience if Malta through this important period in time.
At a glance
Soak up the expert knowledge from your private guide as they take you to the heart of Malta to discover the part it played in WWII
Dive into Valletta to experience the hub of this nation with a gun salute at the Saluting Battery, the Lascaris War Rooms and private tour of the National Library of Malta
Cross the Grand Harbour to The Three Cities and Fort St Angelo, to discover the importance of its involvement in WWII
Immerse yourself in the fascinating exhibits at the Malta War Museum, The Cottonera Lines, RAF Ta Kali and the Malta Aviation Museum
Journey highlights
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Soak up the expert knowledge from your private guide as they take you to the heart of Malta to discover the part it played in WWII
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Dive into Valletta to experience the hub of this nation with a gun salute at the Saluting Battery, the Lascaris War Rooms and private tour of the National Library of Malta
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Cross the Grand Harbour to The Three Cities and Fort St Angelo, to discover the importance of its involvement in WWII
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Immerse yourself in the fascinating exhibits at the Malta War Museum, The Cottonera Lines, RAF Ta Kali and the Malta Aviation Museum
Our tailor made journeys include:
- Your dedicated Travel Consultant who will take care of arrangements
- Private international airport transfers in destination
- Your own private, English-speaking local guides
- Unique experiences, hand-picked by our Journeys team
- Entrance to must-see local sites
- Dedicated 24/7 team providing in-country support and guidance
- Complimentary access to My Scott Dunn – industry-leading travel app providing pre-departure information and in-journey support
When to visit
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Malta enjoys a glorious Mediterranean climate, with mild winters, warm spring and autumns with hotter summer months. Even February, the coolest month, has average temperatures of 13°C, which means that any time of year is suitable.
Malta is an exciting island to visit any time of year, with October–November and March–June being reliably warm with most attractions being open all year round, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 26°C. July and August are hotter with plenty of sunshine, and average temperatures of around 28°C. May to September are fantastic months to visit Malta as the local festas ramp up and there is plenty to see and do throughout Valletta, Gozo and the surrounding villages.
Itinerary
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Let us take you on a thrilling few days to soak up the WWII history of Malta. To kick your World War explorations off, you will be greeted at the airport by your private transfer, a World War II era vehicle, sit back and enjoy your journey to Valletta, as the driver and owner takes you to your hotel. Trundle through the streets of Valletta, arriving at the Domus Zamittello where you will be staying for the next four nights, a beautifully restored 17th century palazzo in the centre of Valletta. A prime location to head out and discover the fantastic atmosphere of Valletta discovering its many restaurants and bars. Once settled in you can enjoy an evening meal at your leisure.
Accommodation: Domus Zamittello ( 1 night )
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Call us on (65) 3165 4050 to start planning your holiday.
Experiences included in this itinerary
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Read morePrivate Home Visit to a WWII Collector
You will be treated to a visit at a private home in Malta, to discover one of the most remarkable WWII collections in Malta.
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Read morePrivate Tour of the National Library of Malta
Enjoy this national treasure accompanied by the National Library librarian as they walk you through the abundance of history here along with some very key items from WWII.
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Read moreRAF Ta Kali and Malta Aviation Museum
Immerse yourself in the fascinating exhibits at the RAF Ta Kali and Malta Aviation Museum. A living and working museum exhibiting a collection of around 18 aircraft, aircraft engines, airfield equipment, uniforms and model aircraft.
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Read moreSaluting Battery Gun Fire and Tour
Start off your Valletta capital city experience with a bang! Enjoy a full tour of the Saluting Battery followed by a gun firing salute, commemorating your welcome to Malta and in particular Valletta!
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Read moreTour of the Cottonera Lines - Tunnels and Hidden Gate
Join Marc Zimmerman, the founder of Malta Underground, to explore the often-unnoticeable features that make this area of the Cottonera Lines even more interesting.
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Read moreTour of the Lascaris War rooms
Heading underground you will have the chance to explore one of Malta’s best kept wartime secrets of the Lascaris War Rooms.
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Read moreTour of the Malta War Museum
The museum is housed in an 18th century army barracks which served as a police station and air raid precautions centre during the war. You will get the chance to explore the museum and soak up the fascinating history all around you.
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Read moreTour of the National War Museum
The National War Museum houses a superb collection of items, taking you back to prehistoric times through to Malta’s very important role in the World Wars.
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Read moreVisit Mosta Dome
Not just another church; this one has an interesting story on a few fronts. Take time to understand the ‘miracle’ that occurred here in 1942.
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Read moreVisit to HMS St Angelo
Lose yourself in the fascinating history of Fort St Angelo as you tour this incredible fort that dominates and overlooks the Grand Harbour. During the past thousand years, whoever gained control of Fort St Angelo could effectively rule the Maltese Islands
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When to visit
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- F
- M
- A
- M
- J
- J
- A
- S
- O
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- D
Malta enjoys a glorious Mediterranean climate, with mild winters, warm spring and autumns with hotter summer months. Even February, the coolest month, has average temperatures of 13°C, which means that any time of year is suitable.
Malta is an exciting island to visit any time of year, with October–November and March–June being reliably warm with most attractions being open all year round, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 26°C. July and August are hotter with plenty of sunshine, and average temperatures of around 28°C. May to September are fantastic months to visit Malta as the local festas ramp up and there is plenty to see and do throughout Valletta, Gozo and the surrounding villages.
We design each itinerary around you, so this suggested itineraryis a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely bespoke to you. Call us on (65) 3165 4050 to start planning your holiday.
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