When it comes to history, Malta's like a vast open-air museum. Discover the island's turbulent past on a tour of the fortified citadels inside the UNESCO-listed capital, Valletta. Walk the waterfront and explore the baroque fortifications of Vittoriosa, Senglea and Cospicua. What's more, you'll get there in one of the island's iconic vintage buses.
Excursions & day trips
Malta Vintage Bus Tour
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Do this because
- Learn about Malta's medieval history
- Two-hour tour of Vittoriosa, Senglea and Cospicua – known as the Three Cities
- Get a fascinating insight into the Great Siege of Malta in 1565
- Travel in one of the island's iconic vintage buses
What to expect
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What's included
Transport
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Driver/ guide
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Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Transport
What to remember
- English-speaking commentary by the driver for all nationalities
- A shuttle service brings guests to the starting point of the tour
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Provider
TUI MALTA LTD
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.
What people say about this experience
Based on 15 reviews from verified customers
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Safety
4.3/5
Service
4.3/5
Staff
4.3/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Anonymous
From United States of America - March 2023Great
Overall rated4/5
Picked up by a sightseeing bus in Bugibba, taken to Sliema for vintage bus tour, then dropped in Sliema to make own way back to Bugibba. Nice trip ou ...
Paula, Buckinghamshire, ????
From United Kingdom - March 2023Travelled as a couple
25 - 34 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Great tour, nice little stop for refreshments, wonderful vehicle and David was very informative and nice.
Anonymous
From United States of America - January 2023Excellent
Overall rated5/5
I was a solo tourist and enjoyed being able to ride, learn history, and enjoy the scenes. Thank you David
Paul.
From United Kingdom - October 2022Travelled as a couple
Excellent
Overall rated4/5
The description of the excursion didn’t make clear that we were going to be collected form the Dolman hotel and taken to Sliema. We were told to be th ...
Blakey
From United Kingdom - October 2022Travelled as a couple
35 - 44 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Read lovely experience. Just wish it could have been longer!
MALTA BUS TRIP
From United Kingdom - September 2022Travelled with family
45 - 54 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
We left Bugibba on an open top bus, travelled to Valetta where we met the Malta bus. We had a wonderful drive around the three cities. David was a lov ...
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