Festive Walking in Malta

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    [title] => Arrival Day
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Welcome to Solana Hotel. Unpack and settle in. 
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    [title] => Dingli to Blue Grotto / Mdina
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Today’s visit is to the Dingli Cliffs, Malta’s highest point. We walk through Buskett Gardens (once the hunting ground of the Grand Masters) towards the Dingli Cliffs. Close to the cliffs we see the remains of Ghar ilKbir cave dwellings and a series of distinctive prehistoric cart ruts. This visit will be enhanced by a local guide who was raised in the area. The afternoon is spent sightseeing with the option of: 
(a) visiting 4th century catacombs, the museum of Roman Antiquities, and soaking up the atmosphere in the Silent City of Mdina or 
(b) visiting the temple complex of Ħaġar Qim that can be seen before descending to Wied iz-Zurrieq where there’s the option of a boat trip to the Blue Grotto (if the weather’s good). 
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                            [title] => Caves, Cliffs & Catacombs
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Distance: 5 miles (8km)
Total ascent: 300 feet (100m)
In summary: Today we walk through Maltese history. Starting in the old hunting grounds of Buskett Gardens we'll walk towards the coast and the Ghar-il-Kbir cave dwellings. We'll reach Rabat for lunch, with time to explore the 4th Century catacombs, St Pauls church and the Museum of Roman Antiquities. We'll finish our day in the 'Silent City' of Mdina.
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                            [title] => Cliffs & Temples by the sea
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Distance: 8 miles (13km)
Total ascent: 800 feet (240m)
In summary:  The first part of our day follows the same route as the other party as far as Ghar-il-Kbir, yet passing closer towards the cliff edge for 180 metres of this scenic coastal section. At the coast we'll descend to the undercliff, passing two wayside chapels. We'll reach Ghar Lapsi for lunch, and a swim, before heading into more rugged terrain to the large temple complex of Hagar Qim, finishing our walk at Wied ir Zurrieq. 
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    [title] => (Christmas Eve) Free Day
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Christmas Eve is a free day when no guided walks are offered. This is an ideal opportunity to relax at the hotel and make use of the spa facilities (booking ahead is recommended for any treatments), soak up the Christmas lights at local Mellieha Square or walk independently to one of the nearby coastal villages, such as Armier. In the evening, we'll enjoy a festive dinner together.
You may also travel to Valletta, Malta’s capital to admire the architecture and walk around the harbour, or visit historic Rabat or Mdina. (Please note: attractions with entry required will be closed over the festive period)
 
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    [title] => (Christmas Day) Free Day
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Merry Christmas. Celebrate a relaxing Christmas Day morning enjoying the hotel facilities or exploring Mellieha before returning for a delicious lunch. The rest of the day is yours to spend as you choose. Unwind by the pool, share a drink at the bar, or relax in your room.  In the evening relax and enjoy dinner with our group.   
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    [title] => (Boxing Day) Marsascala to Marsaxlokk Bay
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These walks link two traditional Maltese fishing villages on the South Eastern corner of the island. 
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                            [title] => Marsascala to Marsaxlokk
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Distance: 6 miles (9.5km) 
Total ascent: 400 feet (120m) 
Beginning in Marsascala, we’ll cross the Delimara peninsula where we can observe the fascinating rock sculptures carved by wind and waves. Heading north, we’ll break for lunch before finishing our walk in the pretty fishing village of Marsaxlokk famous for its colourful Maltese boats bobbing in the harbour.  
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                            [title] => Marsascala to Pretty Bay
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Distance: 9 miles (14.5km) 
Total ascent: 400 feet (120m) 
Starting in Marsascala our route follows the coastline to Marsaxlokk before continuing to the aptly named Pretty Bay – a golden arch of sand lapped by Malta’s beautifully clear blue waters.
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    [title] => Valletta Day Trip
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Today we’ll visit Valletta. Like a vast open-air museum, the entire city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A walking tour with an expert local guide will take in all the city’s top sights. Discover fortified citadels and hear tales of the heroic Knights Hospitaller and their defence of the city during the Great Siege of Malta in 1565. There’ll also be free time in the festively decorated city centre to explore or stop for a drink. We’ll also watch the Christmas lights illuminate the streets before heading back to the hotel. 
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    [title] => Mellieha to Golden Bay
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Combine coast and countryside walking through Majjistral Nature and History Park  to Golden Bay
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                            [title] => Mellieha to Golden Bay
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Distance: 6 miles (9½km)  
Ascent: 450 feet (140m) 
Descent: 750 feet (230m) 
From the hotel, we set out through town and country to the beach at Ghadira Bay.  Our walk then continues to the west side of the island along tracks through farming country to Popeye Village.  We’ll enjoy views to Comino and Gozo as we make our way to Majjistral Nature Park and then on to the popular sandy Golden Bay. Here there will be swimming opportunities as well as bars to enjoy a final drink with the group. 
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                            [title] => Mellieha to Golden Bay via Red Tower
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Distance: 7.5 miles (12km) 
Ascent: 700 feet (220m) 
Descent: 1,000 feet (300m) 
We start out from the hotel in Mellieha, taking the same route to Ghadira Bay. From here we ascend through the Forests 2000 Park to the Red Tower with far reaching 360 views of Malta, Comino, and Gozo. After a short stretch on a quiet road along the crest of the plateau we descend along the coast to Popeye Village, from where we pick up the same route as the easier group to Golden Bay. 
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    [title] => Departure Day
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We hope to see you again soon 
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