Malta Escape: Sliema, Bugibba & the Blue Lagoon

Romantic Malta Escape: Sliema & Bugibba Island Getaway

Passengers: 2 adults, 0 children

Itinerary and included services

• Arrival & Airport Transfer
• Malta International Airport → The Londoner Hotel Sliema
• Private transfer in a comfortable SEDAN, with an English-speaking driver welcoming you at arrivals and taking you directly to your hotel.
• 3 nights in Sliema – The Londoner Hotel Sliema (Malta)
• Modern hotel in the lively seaside town of Sliema, ideal for coastal walks, cafés, and easy access to Valletta and the surrounding bays.
• Stay: 3 consecutive nights with daily housekeeping and hotel reception assistance for local tips.
• Island Discovery: City Sightseeing Malta Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
• Ticket titled: "City Sightseeing Malta Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional Harbour Cruise"
• Explore Malta at your own pace with panoramic buses stopping at key points of interest (historic sites, beaches, scenic viewpoints).
• Option to add a relaxing harbour cruise to admire the fortified skyline and picturesque creeks from the sea (subject to selected ticket option).
• Inter-city Transport: Valletta to St. Paul's Bay
• Included transportation from Malta–Valletta to Malta–St. Paul’s Bay, ensuring a smooth and scenic transfer as you move from the capital area to the northern resort coast.
• 7 nights in Bugibba – StiLLel Retreat (Malta)
• Boutique-style retreat in Bugibba, perfectly located to enjoy the promenade, seaside bars, and boat trips to Malta’s best-known islands.
• Stay: 7 consecutive nights with easy access to St. Paul’s Bay, swimming areas, and excursion departure points.
• Departure Transfer
• StiLLel Retreat → Malta International Airport
• Private transfer in a SEDAN, timed according to your flight to guarantee a comfortable end to your island escape.
• Destination Themes
• Europe: Mediterranean culture, historic cities, and charming seaside promenades.
• Islands: Coastal landscapes, crystal-clear waters, and easy access to nearby islands such as Gozo and Comino.

Trip overview

This carefully curated journey combines the urban buzz of Sliema and Valletta with the relaxed coastal atmosphere of Bugibba and St. Paul’s Bay, making it an ideal escape for two adults. You begin with three nights at The Londoner Hotel Sliema, where seafront strolls, café culture, and quick ferry crossings to Valletta set the tone for your stay. The included hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour lets you discover Malta’s highlights at your own pace, with the option of adding a scenic harbour cruise.

Your holiday then transitions smoothly to the northern coast, where seven nights at StiLLel Retreat in Bugibba invite you to slow down and savour the island life. From here, you can easily organize boat trips, explore nearby beaches, or simply enjoy evenings along the promenade. Private airport transfers at the beginning and end of the trip ensure a stress-free experience from the moment you arrive in Malta until your departure.

Recommended guides and reading to prepare your trip

• Travel guides
• Lonely Planet Malta & Gozo – A comprehensive guide with suggested itineraries, restaurant recommendations, and detailed maps.
• DK Eyewitness Top 10 Malta & Gozo – Visual and concise, ideal for quick inspiration and top highlights.
• Background reading
• "The Sword and the Scimitar: The Saga of the Knights of Malta" – For historical insight into Malta’s strategic role in the Mediterranean.
• "Malta: A Photographic Journey" – A coffee-table style book to get a visual feel for the island landscapes and architecture.
• Practical resources
• Official site: Visit Malta (search online) – Up-to-date information on events, museums, and seasonal activities.
• Local maps: Pick up free walking maps in Sliema and Valletta to complement your hop-on hop-off tour.