Luxury Holiday to Malta

Located at the crossroads of Europe and North Africa, Malta is an island nation steeped in myth, mystery, and Mediterranean warmth. For thousands of years, these golden limestone islands have been shaped by conquerors and crusaders – none more enduring than the Knights of St John, whose legacy lingers in every bastion, cathedral, and cobbled street.

A luxury holiday to Malta with Lightfoot Travel means delving deeper: from tales of sieges and saints to hidden catacombs and noble palazzos, or simply days spent discovering sea-carved grottos and secret beaches. From the honey-hued capital of Valletta to the rural rhythms of Gozo, Malta rewards those with an appetite for extraordinary history, architecture, cuisine, and coastline.

With a compact size and warm local spirit, Malta is well suited to families. Children will love quad biking on Gozo, learning to make pastizzi, or spotting hidden carvings in ancient temples.

The Best of Malta

A UNESCO World Heritage site in its entirety, Valletta is a masterclass in Baroque grandeur. Founded by the Order of St John after the Great Siege of 1565, its skyline, lined with domes and spires, is home to Caravaggio masterpieces, gilded cathedrals, and private residences still occupied by descendants of Maltese nobility.

To the west lies Mdina, Malta’s original capital and "Silent City", where time slows behind fortified walls. In Gozo, rustic charm awaits: salt pans glisten beside the sea, locals play bocci beneath olive trees, and prehistoric temples predate the pyramids. Nearby, the Blue Grotto reveals otherworldly sea caves best explored by boat, passing quiet coves and brightly painted luzzus – traditional Maltese fishing boats.

Maltese cuisine is a sun-drenched fusion of Arabic spice and Italian warmth. Expect slow-cooked rabbit, fresh-caught lampuki fish, honeyed pastries, and some excellent boutique wines. From rustic farm lunches to Michelin-starred harbour views, dining here is worth the trip alone.

Tours & Trips to Malta

Malta is a place where luxury is not always loud: it might be a private visit to a centuries-old palazzo, a sunset falconry experience, or dinner in a boutique vineyard surrounded by the scent of citrus trees. Get in touch with one of our Europe specialists to plan your tailor-made journey through Malta’s rich past and vibrant present. Whether you're following the trail of the Knights of St John or drifting between islands by boat, we’ll craft something entirely your own.