30/10/2026
🇲🇹⛴️ GOZO – A LITTLE ISLAND WITH A LOT TO OFFER! ☀️🏝️💙
If you're visiting Malta, then a day trip to the beautiful island of Gozo is an absolute MUST! 😍
We decided to explore Gozo for the day, and what a fantastic way to see another side of the Maltese Islands! 🌊
⛴️ FIRST STOP… THE HIGH-SPEED FERRY FROM VALLETTA!
Getting to Gozo couldn't be easier! We hopped aboard the high-speed ferry from Valletta, which takes around 45 minutes to reach the island.
🚌 HOP ON, HOP OFF & EXPLORE!
One of the best ways to discover Gozo is on the Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing bus! 🚍
💡 TOP TIP: You can actually purchase a combined ticket for the high-speed ferry AND the sightseeing bus, making it a really convenient way to explore the island at your own pace!
And there are some absolutely gorgeous places to discover! 👇
🏖️ RAMLA BAY – GOLDEN SANDS & TURQUOISE WATERS!
One of Gozo's most beautiful beaches, famous for its distinctive reddish-golden sand and crystal-clear Mediterranean waters. It's absolutely stunning! 😍🌊
🏛️ RABAT (VICTORIA) – THE HEART OF GOZO!
The island's capital is packed with character, charming little streets, cafés, shops and history.
The magnificent Citadel towers above the town, offering incredible views across Gozo. Definitely worth exploring! 📸
🌿 FONTANA – A TASTE OF TRADITIONAL GOZO!
A lovely little village just outside Victoria, where you get a glimpse of traditional Gozitan life away from the busier tourist spots.
Think narrow streets, beautiful stone buildings and a much slower pace of life. ❤️
🌊 XLENDI BAY – WOW, WHAT A PLACE! 😍
This gorgeous little fishing village is surrounded by dramatic cliffs, with beautiful blue waters and a lovely waterfront lined with restaurants and cafés.
It's the perfect place to stop, enjoy a drink, grab a bite to eat and simply take in those stunning views! 🍹☀️
🌆🍽️ BACK TO VALLETTA FOR DINNER!
After a fantastic day exploring Gozo, we caught the high-speed ferry back to Valletta.
But the day wasn't quite over! 😍
We headed to St Lucia Street, one of Valletta's lovely streets, with its beautiful architecture, outdoor restaurants and fantastic atmosphere. 🇲🇹✨
The perfect spot to sit down, enjoy some dinner and soak up the atmosphere of Malta's stunning capital before finally heading back to the hotel! 🍷🍝
And after a full day of sightseeing, we'd certainly earned it! 🤣
💙 OUR VERDICT?
Gozo really is one of Malta's hidden gems!
It's quieter, more traditional and has a completely different feel to mainland Malta. From beautiful beaches and historic towns to picturesque fishing villages, there's so much packed into one little island.
And the combination of the high-speed ferry and sightseeing bus makes it a brilliant day out without needing to hire a car! 🙌
🇲🇹 If you're heading to Malta, make sure Gozo is on your itinerary!
We've loved exploring Malta and Gozo, and it's always great to experience these destinations first-hand so we can share our own tips and recommendations with our customers! ❤️
📲 Fancy discovering Malta and Gozo for yourself? Get in touch with Michael & Carol at Hays Travel!
☎️ 0191 4324722
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