Prehistoric Temples, Limestone Heritage and Blue Grotto Tour

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210 to 240 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish

Overview

Join us on this fascinating guided tour of Ħaġar Qim Temples, the Limestone Heritage Park and Gardens, and the Blue Grotto, carefully designed to make your experience truly memorable.

During the whole tour, our knowledgeable and experienced guides will provide you with riveting information and enhance your experience through narration and engaging storytelling.

What's Included

  • All transportation during the tour in an airconditioned coach or bus
  • Admission ticket to the Limestone Heritage Park and Gardens
  • Admission ticket to the Megalithic Temples of Ħaġar Qim
  • The optional boat trip at the Blue Grotto (to be paid on location), the cost is around €10 p/person
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities (optional)
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9:45 AM is the approximate start time of the activity and not the time when you will be picked up from your hotel (or closest meeting point). At least a few days before the date of your activity, you need to make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pick-up location and pick-up time. Your pick-up time can be any time between 8:30 AM and 9:15 AM, depending on where you are staying.If your pick-up location is a hotel, please wait outside near the main entrance. Do not wait in the lobby or inside the hotel. When the guide or driver arrives, they will have a list of names and will ask those waiting outside for identification. They will not enter the hotel to look for guests.Transportation will not wait for late arrivals. If you miss your morning pick-up, you will not be able to join the tour later. Once the tour has started, it cannot be interrupted to accommodate latecomers.

What To Expect

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The Limestone Heritage Park & Gardens

Located in the traditional Maltese village of Siġġiewi, the Limestone Heritage Park and Gardens is an innovative and award-winning attraction that will take you on a journey of discovery, where history and nature blend together to give you a unique experience. Relish the opportunity to immerse yourselves in the islands’ eclectic history through an engaging audio-visual presentation and a very informative audio-guided walk-through. This attraction offers immense insight into the islands’ compelling history and broad culture.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Hagar Qim & Mnajdra Archaeological Park

From here, we will proceed to visit the megalithic temple complex of Ħaġar Qim, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992. The complex is located on the southern edge of the island on a hilltop overlooking the sea and the islet of Filfa. These temples are among the most ancient religious sites on Earth and are described by the World Heritage Sites Committee as “unique architectural masterpieces” dating back to c. 3600–3200 BC; they are over 5000 years old, predating the pyramids of Egypt by approximately 1000 years!The site consists of a central building and the remains of at least two more structures. The large forecourt and the monumental façade of the central structure follow the pattern typical of Maltese prehistoric temples. Along the external wall, one may find some of the largest megaliths used in the building of these structures, such as a 5.2-meter-high stone and a huge megalith estimated to weigh close to 20 tonnes.
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1 hour 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Blue Grotto Il-Hnejja

We end our tour at Wied Iż-Żurrieq (Żurrieq Valley), where we will visit the magnificent Blue Grotto and appreciate the fantastic scenery and breath-taking views surrounding the entire site. The Blue Grotto is a complex of seven caves found along the southern coast of the island. This complex comprises a massive and very impressive main arch, which is approximately 30 meters in height, as well as a system of six other caves, among which you will find the Honeymoon Cave, the Cat’s Cave, and the beautiful Reflection Cave.Featured in numerous movies shot in Malta, owing to its natural beauty, enchanting structure, and perfect location, this extremely popular site attracts thousands of visitors each year, with many opting to see the amazing grotto up-close via local boat trips. Weather permitting, you will also have the time and opportunity to visit the grotto and caves by taking one of the boat trips organised by several local providers and available at a small fee payable on location.
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1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with mobility impairments
  • The tour in Spanish will be conducted by either a Spanish-speaking guide (subject to availability) or an English-speaking guide together with a Spanish-speaking host serving as a translator.
  • The tour will be guided in the language you have booked, however please note that at times, depending on operational circumstances, the commentary might be provided by a multilingual guide (limited to a maximum of 2 languages).
  • The provider reserves the right to change the order of the visits without any prior notice.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Prehistoric Temples, Limestone Heritage and Blue Grotto Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-6089P66

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Average 3.83 out of 5 stars based on 6 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures® and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • All transportation during the tour in an airconditioned coach or bus
  • Admission ticket to the Limestone Heritage Park and Gardens
  • Admission ticket to the Megalithic Temples of Ħaġar Qim
  • Pick-up and drop-off transfers (choose your preferred location from one of our meeting points)
  • Licenced tour guide
  • The optional boat trip at the Blue Grotto (to be paid on location), the cost is around €10 p/person
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities (optional)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with mobility impairments
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • The time shown on the website or on your ticket is the approximate start time of the activity and not the time when you will be picked up from your hotel (or closest meeting point). At least a few days before the date of your activity, you need to make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pick-up location and pick-up time. Your pick-up time can be anytime between 8:30 AM and 9:15 AM, depending on where you are staying.
  • The boat trip at the Blue Grotto is optional (to be paid on location), and it’s always subject to favourable weather conditions. The fee for the boat trip is around €10 for adults and €5 for children (the fee can change without any prior notice).
  • The tour in Spanish will be conducted by either a Spanish-speaking guide (subject to availability) or an English-speaking guide together with a Spanish-speaking host serving as a translator.
  • The tour will be guided in the language you have booked, however please note that at times, depending on operational circumstances, the commentary might be provided by a multilingual guide (limited to a maximum of 2 languages).
  • The provider reserves the right to change the order of the visits without any prior notice.
  • The tour is not wheelchair-accessible.
  • Foldable strollers are allowed during the tour.
  • The total duration of the tour encompasses all transportation time including pick-up/drop-off transfers and travel time throughout the day.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 52 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (CEST).

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