The Three Cities area presents a remarkable blend of centuries of history, alongside a bustling modern maritime scene, where commercial shipping, luxury yachts, and pleasure craft of every size coexist within the harbor. Anne Marie (President of the Malta Union of Tour Guides) is an exceptional travel guide whose extensive knowledge of history and culture brings every aspect of the Three Cities to life. Along the way, between the palaces and auberges, she also introduced us to traditional Maltese pastizzi and ftajjar, charmed a gondolier into transporting us from Isla across to Birgu, and explained why we had seen so many Australian passports on our flight from central Europe to Valletta. There could be no better immersion into the atmosphere and memory of the Three Cities than spending a few hours in Anne Marie's company.
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Private tour in Valletta Anne Marie D
Malta Half Day Tour - Three Cities Area and Grand Harbor Boat Ride
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Malta and Gozo - both islands that have offered me a variety of wonderful experiences and magical moments that will remain forever embedded in my memory. You can all read about History but it takes a passionate local to make you 'feel' the place you are visiting. This is what I would like to convey to you as your private guide and, at the same time, impress you with the thousands of years of history on our 'rocks' (as we fondly refer to them) on your private tour. I was also President of the Malta Union of Tourist Guides while also serving on the Council for many years. I have travelled the world through out my life ( in part thanks to my Dad being a Diplomat) and still travel as its also my passion. I like to think that I will highly contribute to your visit on our islands enjoyable by making it a truly enjoyable Ex experience! Guiding gives me the opportunity to 'show off' our beautiful historical and artistic treasures which vie with some of the beautiful European Cities. I studied languages, history, art and History of Architecture . I am currently finishing off my thesis for a Master in Tourism and Culture. I like to take people off the beaten track and show them places to take wonderful pictures, show them that hidden vista. Let me make your Maltese experience a truly memorable one! I guide on both Malta and Gozo and I look forward to meeting you! I have been a fully licensed guide by the Malta Tourism Authority since 1995 and involved in Tourism for over 30 years. I have attended British and American International schools which has given me a vast educational perspective. I also attended University in the United States, was President of the Malta Union of Tourist Guides and Council member for several years. Currently working on my thesis for a Masters in Tourism and Culture If it shows I am unavailable for some particular date, do still contact me as sometimes I may be booked for only part of the day and I may still be able to guide you.
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An alternative to a Valletta tour - Lovely charm and history all rolled into one!
Overview of your Valletta tour
If you have already seen Valletta, then let's take you to another part of the Grand Harbour. This is not the usual tour of Malta. It is for people who are interested in seeing a different part of our island. It entails a boat ride and also some walking to show you some lovely areas of the Grand Harbour, where films were shot and also history to do with the initial arrival of the Knights of Malta. It still an area that has a lot of local charm beside a very important local context. I know this area will and I would like to share it with you.
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Anne Marie was amazing! I highly recommend her for your tour. She is extremely knowledgeable in all things Malta and also personable and kind. I would recommend her to all my friends. We did both a 1/2 day Valletta & 3 Cities tour with her and a customized Gozo all day tour. Both were exceptional.
Fantastic tour , informative and knowledgeable guide really good way to get an overview of the history focusing on the knights but also on the history of the islands
We had a super four hour walking tour around Valletta, that included a water taxi boat ride to give another perspective of the city. Anne Marie was a wonderful guide and we highly recommend her.
Your Valletta tour itinerary
- We will meet on the side of Valletta's shore and leave your Cruise ship on foot. - We will cross to the area of the Three Cities. - We will walk along the charming streets and fortifications as I explain you the historical content and also show you places used as film locations. The crossing will either be on a local small boat or on a large catamaran. An opportunity to take lots of lovely photographs and see the typical Maltese Charm. There is walking involved so please wear comfortable shoes! Should you be staying in a hotel, we can arrange for transport at an extra cost according to the number of people in the group. We can also do a harbour tour (weather permitting). Please ask me for a customized quote.
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Type: Walking
Small boat and walking. Harbour cruise costs approximately 8 euros per person.
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- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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