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Colour My Travel offers a variety of walking tours and themed tours in Valletta and Mdina. These tours are offered on a schedule basis or as private tours. For those visiting the islands in a rush, we also offer the popular Express Tours that showcase the best of Malta in 1 day. We also introduced the free walking tours in Malta with regular tours taking place in Valletta. These tours are 90 minutes long and donation based. Colour My Travel is also popular for its ghost tours, food tours and themed tours that take place in Valletta, Mdina and Birgu.
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Nick D
12 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
We had a fantastic informative tour with Matthew, it really brings Valletta to life and forms a great story to this fascinating city, right up until the present time. The tour is excellent value and just the right amount of time and distance. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this factual,fun and intriguing tour, you will look at Valletta in a different way after it
Written January 28, 2020
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Markscotsman
Glasgow, UK31 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
One thing I have come to realise is that one of the 1st things to do when arriving at a new place, is to book on a walking tour. For me, it's the best way to quickly immerse yourself into a new area and get acquainted with it.
The tour started at the main gate into the city, which is really just an opening nowadays. I was met by Matthew, the guide, who welcomed me onto the tour.
It was a small intimate group of 4, which was great as this afforded us plenty of opportunities to ask questions along the way.
Matthew was very knowledgeable and had a nice friendly manner about him. It was a pleasure being show around the city by such professionalism.
We saw the main sites, city walls, Parliament (old and new), Cathedral, Churches, Grandmasters residences, gardens etc etc. Also learned a lot about the culture and history of Malta. I left with a good feel for the area, knowing what places to revisit and spend more time exploring in detail.
I was also recommended, what turned out to be, a great restaurant for lunch. Traditional Maltese grub!
I would highly recommend this tour. It was very affordably priced for a 3 hour tour and everything it covered.
The tour started at the main gate into the city, which is really just an opening nowadays. I was met by Matthew, the guide, who welcomed me onto the tour.
It was a small intimate group of 4, which was great as this afforded us plenty of opportunities to ask questions along the way.
Matthew was very knowledgeable and had a nice friendly manner about him. It was a pleasure being show around the city by such professionalism.
We saw the main sites, city walls, Parliament (old and new), Cathedral, Churches, Grandmasters residences, gardens etc etc. Also learned a lot about the culture and history of Malta. I left with a good feel for the area, knowing what places to revisit and spend more time exploring in detail.
I was also recommended, what turned out to be, a great restaurant for lunch. Traditional Maltese grub!
I would highly recommend this tour. It was very affordably priced for a 3 hour tour and everything it covered.
Written January 10, 2020
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Thewayiseeit
Mosta, Russia1,153 contributions
Jul 2020 • Solo
This is by far the best free valetta tour in Malta
It was very well narrated and we were taken to the important parts of the city. Matteo did a fantastic job in keeping us interested and in telling us about malta’s past and present history. Matteo was very professional and with such s good free tour it made me look at booking other paid tours with this company as I know what I will be getting
It was very well narrated and we were taken to the important parts of the city. Matteo did a fantastic job in keeping us interested and in telling us about malta’s past and present history. Matteo was very professional and with such s good free tour it made me look at booking other paid tours with this company as I know what I will be getting
Written July 8, 2020
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Steph and Andre... B
Woodbridge, UK4 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
We joined the 10:00 am tour, which starts at the New Parliament Building just inside the city wall, and paid for it directly with our tour guide having only recently decided to do it.
Matthew, our tour guide, was just great. Very easy to listen to and extremely knowledgeable regarding the history of Valletta. He was able, in an easy to understand way, to bring the story of the city to life as he led the group around the streets describing the earliest times through to modern times and provided an insight into how various buildings came to be built and many historical events from the Knights of St. John to the second world war.
The tour lasted three hours, which was plenty of time to gain a real insight into Valletta and not have any sense of being rushed.
Definitely worth doing whilst visiting Malta.
Matthew, our tour guide, was just great. Very easy to listen to and extremely knowledgeable regarding the history of Valletta. He was able, in an easy to understand way, to bring the story of the city to life as he led the group around the streets describing the earliest times through to modern times and provided an insight into how various buildings came to be built and many historical events from the Knights of St. John to the second world war.
The tour lasted three hours, which was plenty of time to gain a real insight into Valletta and not have any sense of being rushed.
Definitely worth doing whilst visiting Malta.
Written April 3, 2023
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SussexTerrier
Bolney, UK32 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
Really enjoyed our 3 hour walking tour today with our personable host Matthew. Don’t be put of by the 3 hour walking title as you don’t cover a huge amount of ground but the tour is packed with interesting information about Vallettas turbulent past & journey in to the wonderful city it is today. Great views & photo opportunities abound & all the information is delivered in an affable confident manner backed up by in depth knowledge & passion for the city. Really good tour, very well presented. Would highly recommend it.
Written August 13, 2020
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Bronagh M
Belfast, UK8 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
We booked the Valletta walking tour (free) and our guide was Ben. This was one of the best tours we’ve ever been on. We learnt so much about Malta (and European history)! The delivery of the information was excellent and we would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting this fascinating city. This was a highlight of our trip to Malta. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Written July 17, 2022
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Janette P
7 contributions
Mar 2023 • Solo
I joined the Valletta free walking tour with our guide, Jennifer. She was very knowledgeable and interlaced fact with enjoyable anecdotes and legends to make it a very interesting and fun tour. The tour was 1 1/2 hours long, just enough to get a flavour of the Knights and the history of the area right up to World War 2 l. I would thoroughly recommend this company and I am already booked onto their Mdina tour.
Written March 26, 2023
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Nottm_Matt
Nottingham, UK311 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
I booked the free Valletta walking tour which lasted just over 1.5 hours (we finished about 11:45). Despite having been to Malta several times before, I learned a lot more about the different residences of the Knights of Malta and the Grand Master. It was really interesting to hear more about the purpose of some of the buildings I had walked past so many times.
Very well organised, our tour guide had a mini speaker, and checked regularly that everyone could hear. There was plenty of opportunities for questions.
For those who have never been on a free walking tour before, there is an opportunity to give the tour guide a tip at the end for their time. I have added a photo of the meeting point for the start of the tour. I recommend bringing a bottle of water with you if it is a warm day, and if required a toilet stop at the Upper Barrakka Gardens is possible.
Very well organised, our tour guide had a mini speaker, and checked regularly that everyone could hear. There was plenty of opportunities for questions.
For those who have never been on a free walking tour before, there is an opportunity to give the tour guide a tip at the end for their time. I have added a photo of the meeting point for the start of the tour. I recommend bringing a bottle of water with you if it is a warm day, and if required a toilet stop at the Upper Barrakka Gardens is possible.
Written September 4, 2023
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Thank you so much for your detailed review! We are glad that you had a good experience with us!
Written September 9, 2023
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Karinita F
49 contributions
Jul 2021
Matteo was our guide around La Valletta and it was such a great walking tour with him.
He explained the most important buildings and history facts to us in a clear language adapting his speech to the questions and audience on that moment.
Really worth to get to know the city with him,
He explained the most important buildings and history facts to us in a clear language adapting his speech to the questions and audience on that moment.
Really worth to get to know the city with him,
Written July 12, 2021
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Nithin R
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Aug 2024 • Couples
Absolutely outstanding! Matteo was an exceptional guide for our Valletta walking tour. From the moment we met him, his passion for the city and its rich history was palpable. He expertly guided us through the charming streets, bringing Valletta's beautiful architecture and vibrant culture to life with his deep knowledge and engaging storytelling.
Matteo's enthusiasm was contagious—he made every stop along the way feel like a journey back in time, sharing fascinating details about the city's past that we would have never discovered on our own. He was patient, attentive, and always ready to answer our questions, ensuring everyone in the group felt included and immersed in the experience.
Whether we were standing in awe of the stunning St. John's Co-Cathedral or wandering through the bustling market squares, Matteo made each moment memorable. His ability to weave together the historical, cultural, and modern aspects of Valletta was truly impressive.
We left the tour not only with a deep appreciation for this incredible city but also with a sense of connection to its history, all thanks to Matteo's guidance. If you're looking for an unforgettable way to explore Valletta, I cannot recommend Matteo highly enough!
Matteo's enthusiasm was contagious—he made every stop along the way feel like a journey back in time, sharing fascinating details about the city's past that we would have never discovered on our own. He was patient, attentive, and always ready to answer our questions, ensuring everyone in the group felt included and immersed in the experience.
Whether we were standing in awe of the stunning St. John's Co-Cathedral or wandering through the bustling market squares, Matteo made each moment memorable. His ability to weave together the historical, cultural, and modern aspects of Valletta was truly impressive.
We left the tour not only with a deep appreciation for this incredible city but also with a sense of connection to its history, all thanks to Matteo's guidance. If you're looking for an unforgettable way to explore Valletta, I cannot recommend Matteo highly enough!
Written August 25, 2024
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Hi, we plan to book the The Original Valletta Walking Tour on 1/28 start from 10am. our cruise will arrive at 9am, not sure if we will have enough time to get to the meeting point?
Written December 15, 2019
From what I saw and heard the cruise ships park very close to Valetta. Once you confirm this you take the elevator to Upper Barakka garden which is close to Valetta Gate the meeting point. A 30 min room should be enough and they wait a little bit for people pn the list... In sure they will help in case of an emergency
Written December 16, 2019
hellow we are 3 - and would like to have a private tour of valetta including st.johns cathedral after 14,30 on 28th of october -could you inform me for prices
Written October 20, 2019
You need to contact Colour My Travel and I'm sure that they will accommodate your request. I don't know what their price for this tour will be, but their regular tour prices are very reasonable and with excellent guides. You might also be able to find out if you can hire a guide at the church for a private tour. Good luck.
Written October 22, 2019
Hello, we are a group of 12 people and would like to have a private tour of Valletta for 1 to 2h on Sunday 4th August around midday. Is that something you could do?
Written July 9, 2019
Hello yes it is! Please send us an email for all details!
Written July 14, 2019
We will be in Malta from July 7th to the 12th at the Heavenly Sands and then from Gozo from July 13th to the 15th. What tours would you recommend we book? We do not have a car but can take the bus to meet the tour. What do you recommend? This is our first trip to Malta.
Written June 29, 2019
I can highly recommend the walking tour of Medina with Colour My Travel. The free walking tour of Valletta was also worthwhile as was the cycling tour to the 3 cities opposite Valletta.
Written June 30, 2019
Siamo in 2 vorremmo partecipare mercoledì 12 settembre vorremmo sapere se la guida é in italiano perché non é specificato
Written September 7, 2018
When do you run your free walking tours?
Written May 7, 2018
Hello. Free tours run on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Full details and registrations are on the website.
Written May 8, 2018
Hi, is there any free tour on Sundays/mondays/Tuesdays? What time does the tour start? Thanks!
Written April 17, 2018
Hello, free tours usually run on Wednesdays at 5pm, and on Saturdays at 10am. You may check full schedule on the website.
Written April 17, 2018
Hola, me gustaría saber: ¿ Hay tours (andando) gratis por La Valleta? y si ¿ pueden ser en español? Gracias.
Written March 6, 2018
Hello. Yes we have free tours on Wednesdays and Saturdays in English language only. All details about all tours can be found on the website colourmytravel com
Written March 6, 2018
Me gustaria saber si alguno de vuestros tour en Malta es en Español, gratis o pagando, gracias
Written January 15, 2018
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