The history of Malta is intimately tied with the
history of Valletta Grand Harbour.
It was the Harbour's natural magnificence, which persuaded the Knight's
of St.John to come here in 1530, and to make the Island a vital defence
post in the struggle raging at the time between the Cross and the Crescent.
The Harbour wears a line of fortifications like a girdle. These massive
constructions were built by the Knights and they rank as one of the most
enduring monuments to Valletta Grand Harbour their rule.
On an island packed with beauty and interest, the Harbour provides a memorable
introduction to what lies in store for Malta's guests.
In the more recent years the Quays in the Valletta
Grand Harbour serve for the berthing of cruise ships. The new Passenger
Terminal, which is today known as the 'Valletta Waterfront', was built
in the 19th Century and has undergone various restoration and modernisation
modifications to make it host to thousands of visitors each year.
Visitors may avail themselves of an array of shopping opportunities inside
the main terminal building from where non-EU passport holders may also
purchase duty free items. The Valletta Waterfront project was awarded
a top prize for cultural heritage by the pan-European Federation for Heritage.
Excursions - One is spoilt for choice. It is said that Malta, truthfully, has more palaces, churches, temples and architectural sights packed into the 100 square miles that make up the Island than there are in places of the same size anywhere else in the world. Believe it. Gollcher Travel uses only modern airconditioned coaches and the best available licenced multilingual tour guides. Our half day and full day excursions include some of the wonderful breathtaking sites. Many of these are world heritage sites and UNESCO protected. Mdina A wide selection is available including visits to Capital City - Valletta, the old capital city - Mdina, as well as prehistoric temples. Tailor made programs are also available on request…. What to leave out is the problem!. (Click here to view our selection of excursions).
Private arrangements - for the discerning guests Gollcher Travel can provide chauffeur driven cars together with a private guide with whom the client may also make their own choice of sites to visit. The guests will not need to keep to a fixed itinerary and will also be able to move at their own pace.
Turnaround Operations - In recent years Malta's popularity as a home port has grown significantly. This is thanks to the many luxury 5 star hotels available on the island as well as the availability of daily scheduled flights to major European airports. Facilities for turnaround operations are constantly being improved at the Valletta Water Front terminal. This has in effect increased demand pre- and post- cruise stays in Malta.
