Mdina, Dingli Cliffs and San Anton Gardens Half-Day Guided Tour
Overview
Join us on this fascinating half-day guided tour of Mdina, Dingli Cliffs, and San Anton Botanical Gardens, carefully designed to make your experience truly memorable. You start by visiting the ancient Medieval city of Mdina, renowned for its opulent palaces and fortifications, medieval and baroque architecture, and ancient heritage, this majestic city; also known as Città Vecchia (The Old City) or Città Notabile (The Noble City) is unquestionably one of the island's most evocative destinations.
During this half-day tour, you will also visit Dingli Cliffs, at around 253 meters above sea level these cliffs represent the highest point of the Maltese islands, they propose a majestic sight with truly breathtaking views. You will end your tour with a visit to the gorgeous Botanical Gardens of San Anton which were built in the early 17th century by Grand Master Antoine de Paule.
What's Included
- All transportation during the tour in an airconditioned coach or bus
- Pick-up and drop-off transfers (choose your preferred location from one of our meeting points)
- Licenced tour guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
Meeting and Pickup
9:45 AM is the approximate start time of the activity and not the time when you will be picked up from your hotel (or closest meeting point). At least a few days before the date of your activity, you need to make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pick-up location and pick-up time. Your pick-up time can be any time between 8:30 AM and 9:15 AM, depending on where you are staying.If your pick-up location is a hotel, please wait outside near the main entrance. Do not wait in the lobby or inside the hotel. When the guide or driver arrives, they will have a list of names and will ask those waiting outside for identification. They will not enter the hotel to look for guests.Transportation will not wait for late arrivals. If you miss your morning pick-up, you will not be able to join the tour later. Once the tour has started, it cannot be interrupted to accommodate latecomers.
What To Expect
Book Online
Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free
Mdina
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Dingli Cliffs
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
San Anton Gardens
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travellers with mobility impairments
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- The time shown on the website or on your ticket is the approximate start time of the activity and not the time when you will be picked up from your hotel (or closest meeting point). At least a few days before the date of your activity, you need to make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pick-up location and pick-up time. Your pick-up time can be anytime between 8:30 AM and 9:15 AM, depending on where you are staying.
- The tour will be guided in the language you have booked, however please note that at times, depending on operational circumstances, the commentary might be provided by a multilingual guide (limited to a maximum of 2 languages).
- The tour in Spanish will be conducted by either a Spanish-speaking guide (subject to availability) or an English-speaking guide together with a Spanish-speaking host serving as a translator.
- The provider reserves the right to change the order of the visits without any prior notice.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 52 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mdina, Dingli Cliffs and San Anton Gardens Half-Day Guided Tour?
Cancellation Policy
Still have questions?
We're here to help.
Activity code: C-6089P37
Traveler Photos
Reviews
Average 4.38 out of 5 stars based on 13 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
Additional Info
Similar Tours & Activities
Experience an unforgettable 30-minute audio-visual show about Mdina’s fascinating journey through time. Relive Mdina’s 7,000 years of triumphs and tribulations, learn about the cult of...
$7
Visit some beautiful locations during night-time and experience the splendor of Malta under the stars. During this guided night tour, you will have the opportunity...
$42
Take a wonderful journey through time to discover and learn about the fascinating history of the Knights of Malta! Learn about the Knights of Malta's...
$7
This is the Original Mdina and Rabat walking tour. We were the first to introduce the concept of walking tour in this city. Take a...
$29
Experience an unforgettable 30-minute audio-visual show about Mdina’s fascinating journey through time. Relive Mdina’s 7,000 years of triumphs and tribulations, learn about the cult of...
$7
Visit some beautiful locations during night-time and experience the splendor of Malta under the stars. During this guided night tour, you will have the opportunity...
$42
Take a wonderful journey through time to discover and learn about the fascinating history of the Knights of Malta! Learn about the Knights of Malta's...
$7
This is the Original Mdina and Rabat walking tour. We were the first to introduce the concept of walking tour in this city. Take a...
$29
Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought
Embark on your epic private car adventure! Fully customizable to your pace and interests. Hassle-free pickups from hotels, ports, and all Malta locations! Choose your...
$344
This is the Original Mdina and Rabat walking tour. We were the first to introduce the concept of walking tour in this city. Take a...
$29
Customize this tour according to your choice of hours and destinations. Discover the best of Malta in one day, blending history, culture, and stunning views....
$270
Folklore evenings at an award-winning family run restaurant are a truly Maltese celebration sprinkled with a lot of liveliness. Feast yourselves on a traditional sumptuous...
$80
Embark on your epic private car adventure! Fully customizable to your pace and interests. Hassle-free pickups from hotels, ports, and all Malta locations! Choose your...
$344
This is the Original Mdina and Rabat walking tour. We were the first to introduce the concept of walking tour in this city. Take a...
$29
Customize this tour according to your choice of hours and destinations. Discover the best of Malta in one day, blending history, culture, and stunning views....
$270
Folklore evenings at an award-winning family run restaurant are a truly Maltese celebration sprinkled with a lot of liveliness. Feast yourselves on a traditional sumptuous...
$80
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
Filter by:
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- All transportation during the tour in an airconditioned coach or bus.
- Pick-up and drop-off transfers (choose your preferred location from one of our meeting points).
- Licenced tour guide.
- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities (optional).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Mdina, Dingli Cliffs and San Anton Gardens Half-Day Guided Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travellers with mobility impairments
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Mdina, Dingli Cliffs and San Anton Gardens Half-Day Guided Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All transportation during the tour in an airconditioned coach or bus
- Pick-up and drop-off transfers (choose your preferred location from one of our meeting points)
- Licenced tour guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travellers with mobility impairments
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- The time shown on the website or on your ticket is the approximate start time of the activity and not the time when you will be picked up from your hotel (or closest meeting point). At least a few days before the date of your activity, you need to make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pick-up location and pick-up time. Your pick-up time can be anytime between 8:30 AM and 9:15 AM, depending on where you are staying.
- The tour will be guided in the language you have booked, however please note that at times, depending on operational circumstances, the commentary might be provided by a multilingual guide (limited to a maximum of 2 languages).
- The tour in Spanish will be conducted by either a Spanish-speaking guide (subject to availability) or an English-speaking guide together with a Spanish-speaking host serving as a translator.
- The provider reserves the right to change the order of the visits without any prior notice.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 52 travelers
