Distant Horizons Malta

19/04/2025

PAKISTAN: Discover an ancient land on a 15-day expedition with Intrepid Travel!

Beginning in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, this journey takes you north to the stunning and rarely visited Hunza Valley region. Here you’ll find nature unleashed: imposing jagged peaks, alpine lakes and glaciers creeping into the valleys.
Hike between ancient fortifications scattered among rural villages and learn about the modern innovations that help the local people prosper. The adventure ends in Lahore where you’ll spend 3 days discovering the city’s ancient museums, gardens, forts and fantastic food scene.

Departures only in May and September 2025

The maximum number per group: 12 guests
Minimum age: 15 years

Included:
Meals: 14 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 9 dinners
Transport: Private Vehicle, 4WD, Plane
Accommodation: Hotel (11 nights), Guesthouse (3 nights)

39 INCLUDED ACTIVITIES:

• Complimentary Arrival Transfer
• Islamabad - Faisal Mosque at sunset
• Islamabad - Taxila Museum & archeological sites
• Islamabad - Truck art workshop
• Skardu - Kharpocho Fort visit
• Skardu - Manthal Buddha Rock
• Skardu - Skardu market visit
• Skardu - Katpana Desert
• Nagar Valley - Rakaposhi view point
• Gulmit - Women-run carpet weaving center visit
• Hunza Valley - Ondra Polygah hike
• Gulmit - Old House Gulmit visit
• Hunza Valley - Traditional music performance
• Hunza Valley - Passu Glacier hike
• Hunza Valley - Borith Lake hike
• Hunza Valley - Hussaini Suspension Bridge
• Shimshal - Village tour & optional hike
• Hunza Valley - Sacred Rock of Hunza
• Hunza Valley - Attabad Lake
• Karimabad - Market tour
• Hunza Valley - Ganish Village walking tour
• Karimabad - Lunch at women-run cafe
• Karimabad - Ciqam women's social enterprise visit
• Karimabad - Baltit & Altit Forts
• Karimabad - Duiker (Eagle's Nest) sunset viewing
• Lahore - Anarkali & Liberty Markets
• Lahore - Akbari Mandi & Azam Cloth Market
• Lahore - Wazir Khan Mosque
• Lahore - Shahi Hammam
• Lahore - Walled City of Lahore
• Lahore - Badshahi Mosque
• Lahore - Tomb of Allama Iqbal
• Lahore - Delhi Gate
• Lahore - Lahore Fort
• Lahore - Shalimar Gardens
• Lahore - Wagah Border ceremony
• Lahore - Tomb of Jahangir
• Lahore - Dinner at Food Street
• Complimentary Departure Transfer

For the full programme please go to the following link:

https://www.intrepidtravel.com/mt/pakistan/pakistan-expedition-161109

Tour price starts from 3116 euro per person. Prices are twin sharing, a single supplement is available.

Flights to Islamabad and from Lahore are not included (Distant Horizons can assist with flight bookings).

5% DISCOUNT on this trip for 2025 if you pay your deposit between April 22nd and May 6th.

NOTE: This adventure involves hiking and spending time at altitude. It is recommended for those with a good level of fitness.

A 15-day expedition through Pakistan with Intrepid Travel. Visit Islamabad and Lahore and travel to the remote Hunza Valley region.

04/04/2025

Shipwreck Skeleton Coast Namibia (photo by Mark A. Bailey for Distant Horizons Malta)

04/04/2025

All babies are cute, including baby hippos 🙂 (photo by Mark A. Bailey for Distant Horizons Malta taken in Hwange National Park Zimbabwe)

29/03/2025

UZBEKISTAN: Discover the ancient Silk Road riches of Uzbekistan with INTREPID TRAVEL

Journey back to the days of the Great Silk Road on a 10-day Premium adventure through Uzbekistan. Explore the cosmopolitan capital of Tashkent, marvel at glorious architecture in Samarkand, discover the holy sites of Bukhara and visit the ancient monuments of Khiva. From medieval cities to charismatic communities,
Uzbekistan has so much to uncover.

Departures: April to December 2025 (excluding July)
The maximum number per group: 12 guests
Minimum age: 15 years

Included:
Meals: 9 breakfasts, 5 dinners
Transport: Private vehicle, Metro, High-speed train, Plane
Accommodation: Hotel (7 nights), Feature Stay (2 nights)

38 INCLUDED ACTIVITIES:
• Tashkent - welcome dinner
• Tashkent - Chorsu Bazaar
• Tashkent - Amir Timur Square
• Tashkent - Khast Imom Complex & Moyie Mubarek Library Museum
• Tashkent - City tour
• Tashkent - Metro tour
• Samarkand - Bibi-Khanym Mosque
• Samarkand - Handmade paper workshop
• Samarkand - Afrosiab Museum
• Samarkand - Plov cooking demonstration & family visit
• Samarkand - Ulugbek's Observatory
• Samarkand - Uzbek Bagizagan winery visit and tasting
• Samarkand - City tour
• Samarkand - Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum
• Samarkand - Shakh-I-Zinda
• Samarkand - Registan Square
• Samarkand - Siob Bazaar
• Bukhara - Folklore & music performance
• Bukhara - Bolo Hauz Complex
• Bukhara - Chashma Ayub Mausoleum
• Bukhara - Ismail Samani Mausoleum
• Bukhara - Ark Fortress
• Bukhara - Bolo Hauz Mosque
• Bukhara - Chor Minor
• Bukhara - Kalon Minaret & Mosque
• Bukhara - Taki Zargaron Trading Dome
• Bukhara - Lyabi Khauz Complex
• Bukhara - City tour
• Bukhara - Sitorai Mohi Hosa Palace
• Khiva - Islom Hoja Minaret & Medressa
• Khiva - Juma Mosque
• Khiva - Tosh-Hovli Palace
• Khiva - Kunya Ark
• Khiva - Kalta Minor Minaret
• Khiva - Sunset drinks
• Khiva - Muhammad Rahim-khan Medressa
• Khiva - Muhammad Amin-khan Medressa
• Khiva - Khorezmian cuisine cooking class

For the full programme please go to the following link:

https://agents.intrepidtravel.com/.../premium-uzbekistan...

Tour price starts from 2335 euro per person. Prices are twin sharing, single supplement available.

Flights to and from Tashkent are not included (Distant Horizons can assist with flight bookings).

5% DISCOUNT on this trip for 2025 if you pay your deposit between March 28th and April 6th.

10/03/2025

If you would like to read about our trip to Cambodia in January, when we joined a tour with Intrepid Travel, please tap the photo. An upcoming country with a tragic recent past which we can all learn from, world-class cultural sites and some surprises!

In January, we travelled with Intrepid on a 6-day tour to Cambodia, followed by a few days in Thailand. However, this article will be about our Cambodia trip.We flew with Emirates via Dubai to Phnom Penh, arriving a day before the tour started so we would have time to explore the capital.Before our....

10/03/2025

INTREPID TRAVEL – FOCUS ON CAMBODIA

From 03 February to– 30 March 2025 we will run our ‘Destination of the Week’ Campaign. Each week, we will focus on a new destination in Asia, and each one will either be 10% or 15% off.

From the bustling streets of India to the serene landscapes of Vietnam, from the cultural treasures of Japan to the tropical paradise of Bali—Asia is a region that never ceases to amaze. We believe in exploring beyond the ordinary, diving deep into the heart of each destination to connect with its people, history, and traditions. Whether you’re drawn to the ancient temples of Angkor, the street food delights of Bangkok, or the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas, there’s an adventure waiting for you.

Offer: 10% off Cambodia trips
Sale dates: 10 March 2025 – 16 March 2025
Travel dates: 01 April 2025 – 14 December 2025

A deposit of 400 euro per person will secure your place on most trips, with full payment required 30 days before departure or immediately if departure is within 30 days.

Flights to the starting point and from the endpoint are not included (Distant Horizons can assist with flight bookings).

Terms and conditions apply.

Tap the photo for more information.

From tree-tangled temples to sizzling street eats, join a small group adventure to discover Cambodia's history, culture and delicious cuisine.

03/03/2025

INTREPID TRAVEL – FOCUS ON INDONESIA

From 03 February to– 30 March 2025 we will run our ‘Destination of the Week’ Campaign. Each week we will focus on a new destination in Asia and each one will either be 10% or 15% off.

From the bustling streets of India to the serene landscapes of Vietnam, from the cultural treasures of Japan to the tropical paradise of Bali—Asia is a region that never ceases to amaze. We believe in exploring beyond the ordinary, diving deep into the heart of each destination to connect with its people, history, and traditions. Whether you’re drawn to the ancient temples of Angkor, the street food delights of Bangkok, or the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas, there’s an adventure waiting for you.

Offer: 15% off Indonesia trips

Sale dates: 03 March 2025 – 09 March 2025
Travel dates: 01 April 2025 – 14 December 2025

Upcoming promotions:

SALE DATES:
• Week 6 – 10% Cambodia: 10 Mar – 16 Mar
• Week 7 – 15% China: 17 Mar – 23 Mar
• Week 8 – 10% Thailand: 24 Mar – 30 Mar

TRAVEL DATES:
• Week 6 – Cambodia: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 7 – China: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 8 – Thailand: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025

A deposit of 400 euro per person will secure your place on most trips with full payment required 30 days before departure or immediately if departure is within 30 days.

Flights to the starting point and from the endpoint are not included (Distant Horizons can assist with flight bookings).

Terms and conditions apply.

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Get a taste of the true Indonesia with small group tours around the islands. From Bali to Lombok, a trip to Indonesia is so much more than just the beaches

02/03/2025

One risk of a holiday in the tropics no one tells you about! (photo by Mark A. Bailey for Distant Horizons Malta)

Distant Horizons Malta is a boutique travel agency specialising in tailor-made holidays and honeymoons to exotic and unusual destinations

24/02/2025

INTREPID TRAVEL – FOCUS ON JAPAN

From 03 February to 30 March 2025, we will run our ‘Destination of the Week’ Campaign. Each week we will focus on a new destination in Asia and each one will either be 10% or 15% off.

From the bustling streets of India to the serene landscapes of Vietnam, from the cultural treasures of Japan to the tropical paradise of Bali—Asia is a region that never ceases to amaze. We believe in exploring beyond the ordinary, diving deep into the heart of each destination to connect with its people, history, and traditions. Whether you’re drawn to the ancient temples of Angkor, the street food delights of Bangkok, or the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas, there’s an adventure waiting for you.

Offer: 10% off Japan trips

Sale dates: 24 February 2025 – 02 March 2025
Travel dates: 01 April 2025 – 14 December 2025

Upcoming promotions:

SALE DATES:
• Week 5 – 15% Indonesia: 3 Mar – 9 Mar
• Week 6 – 10% Cambodia: 10 Mar – 16 Mar
• Week 7 – 15% China: 17 Mar – 23 Mar
• Week 8 – 10% Thailand: 24 Mar – 30 Mar

TRAVEL DATES:
• Week 5 – Indonesia: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 6 – Cambodia: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 7 – China: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 8 – Thailand: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025

A deposit of 400 euro per person will secure your place on most trips, with full payment required 30 days before departure or immediately if departure is within 30 days.

Flights to the starting point and from the endpoint are not included (Distant Horizons can assist with flight bookings).

Terms and conditions apply.

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Travel through Japan on our range of adventures that will take you through Tokyo, Osaka, Koya San and more.

17/02/2025

INTREPID TRAVEL – FOCUS ON NEPAL

From 03 February to– 30 March 2025 we will run our ‘Destination of the Week’ Campaign. Each week we will focus on a new destination in Asia and each one will either be 10% or 15% off.

From the bustling streets of India to the serene landscapes of Vietnam, from the cultural treasures of Japan to the tropical paradise of Bali—Asia is a region that never ceases to amaze. We believe in exploring beyond the ordinary, diving deep into the heart of each destination to connect with its people, history, and traditions. Whether you’re drawn to the ancient temples of Angkor, the street food delights of Bangkok, or the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas, there’s an adventure waiting for you.

Offer: 15% off Nepal trips

Sale dates: 17 February 2025 – 23 February 2025
Travel dates: 01 March 2025 – 14 December 2025

Upcoming promotions:

SALE DATES:
• Week 4 – 10% Japan: 24 Feb – 2 Mar
• Week 5 – 15% Indonesia: 3 Mar – 9 Mar
• Week 6 – 10% Cambodia: 10 Mar – 16 Mar
• Week 7 – 15% China: 17 Mar – 23 Mar
• Week 8 – 10% Thailand: 24 Mar – 30 Mar

TRAVEL DATES:
• Week 4 – Japan: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 5 – Indonesia: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 6 – Cambodia: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 7 – China: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 8 – Thailand: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025

A deposit of 400 euro per person will secure your place on most trips with full payment required 30 days before departure or immediately if departure is within 30 days.

Flights to the starting point and from the endpoint are not included (Distant Horizons can assist with flight bookings).

Terms and conditions apply.

Tap the photo for more information.

Towering peaks and never-ending trails await in Nepal. Book your next adventure trip on a small group tour with Intrepid Travel.

10/02/2025

INTREPID TRAVEL – FOCUS ON INDIA

From 03 February to– 30 March 2025, we will run our ‘Destination of the Week’ Campaign. Each week, we will focus on a new destination in Asia, and each one will either be 10% or 15% off.

From the bustling streets of India to the serene landscapes of Vietnam, from the cultural treasures of Japan to the tropical paradise of Bali—Asia is a region that never ceases to amaze. We believe in exploring beyond the ordinary, diving deep into the heart of each destination to connect with its people, history, and traditions. Whether you’re drawn to the ancient temples of Angkor, the street food delights of Bangkok, or the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas, there’s an adventure waiting for you.

Offer: 10% off India trips

Sale dates: 10 February 2025 – 16 February 2025
Travel dates: 01 March 2025 – 14 December 2025

Upcoming promotions:

SALE DATES:
• Week 3 – 15% Nepal: 17 Feb – 23 Feb
• Week 4 – 10% Japan: 24 Feb – 2 Mar
• Week 5 – 15% Indonesia: 3 Mar – 9 Mar
• Week 6 – 10% Cambodia: 10 Mar – 16 Mar
• Week 7 – 15% China: 17 Mar – 23 Mar
• Week 8 – 10% Thailand: 24 Mar – 30 Mar

TRAVEL DATES:
• Week 3 – Nepal: 01 March – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 4 – Japan: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 5 – Indonesia: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 6 – Cambodia: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 7 – China: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 8 – Thailand: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025

A deposit of 400 euro per person will secure your place on most trips with full payment required 30 days before departure or immediately if departure is within 30 days.

Flights to the starting point and from the endpoint are not included (Distant Horizons can assist with flight bookings).

Terms and conditions apply.

Tap the photo or Learn More for more information.

Iconic and unforgettable, a trip to India will stay with you long after your last biryani. See for yourself on an Indian small group adventure tour.

08/02/2025

Our website now has a page called Ride and Discover for two and four-wheel enthusiasts. Tap the link or 'learn more' to check it out!

https://www.distant-horizons.com.mt/inspiration-links-page/ride-and-discover-adventures

(photo - somewhere in Sardinia! Mark A Bailey for Distant Horizons Malta)

Our page Ride and Discover Adventures for two and 4-wheel enthusiasts!

08/02/2025

INTREPID TRAVEL – FOCUS ON ASIA - VIETNAM

From 03 February to– 30 March 2025, we are running our ‘Destination of the Week’ Campaign. Each week, we will focus on a new destination in Asia, and each one will either be 10% or 15% off.

From the bustling streets of India to the serene landscapes of Vietnam, from the cultural treasures of Japan to the tropical paradise of Bali—Asia is a region that never ceases to amaze. We believe in exploring beyond the ordinary, diving deep into the heart of each destination to connect with its people, history, and traditions. Whether you’re drawn to the ancient temples of Angkor, the street food delights of Bangkok, or the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas, there’s an adventure waiting for you.

Offer: 15% off Vietnam trips

Sale dates: 03 February 2025 – 09 February 2025
Travel dates: 01 March 2025 – 14 December 2025

Upcoming promotions:

SALE DATES:
• Week 2 – 10% India: 10 Feb – 16 Feb
• Week 3 – 15% Nepal: 17 Feb – 23 Feb
• Week 4 – 10% Japan: 24 Feb – 2 Mar
• Week 5 – 15% Indonesia: 3 Mar – 9 Mar
• Week 6 – 10% Cambodia: 10 Mar – 16 Mar
• Week 7 – 15% China: 17 Mar – 23 Mar
• Week 8 – 10% Thailand: 24 Mar – 30 Mar

TRAVEL DATES:
• Week 2 – India: 01 March – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 3 – Nepal: 01 March – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 4 – Japan: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 5 – Indonesia: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 6 – Cambodia: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 7 – China: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025
• Week 8 – Thailand: 01 April – 14 Dec 2025

A deposit of 400 euro per person will secure your place on a tour, with full payment required 30 days before departure or immediately if departure is within 30 days.

Flights to the starting point and from the endpoint are not included (Distant Horizons can assist with flight bookings).

Terms and conditions apply.

Tap the photo to see the tours on offer.

Wherever we travel, it’s the flavours we remember best. A crusty bánh mì or streetside pho, seafood cù lao hotpots and (scarily addictive) coffee with condensed milk. Vietnam tours are tasty, plain and simple. We won’t just drop you in Halong Bay and call it a day. Our local leaders will intr...

22/01/2025

Just hanging around, watching the world go by and mastering the art of chill! (young Barbary Macaque, Gibraltar (photo Mark A. Bailey for Distant Horizons Malta)

17/01/2025

INTREPID TRAVEL – JANUARY SALE – AFRICAN GETAWAYS THAT SPARK THE IMAGINATION

Offer: Up to 20% off selected trips
Sale dates: 01 January 2025 – 30 January 2025
Travel dates: 10 January 2025 – 14 December 2025

Trace voodoo back to its roots at Vodun ceremonies in Benin and Togo, or visit a fantasy coffin maker in Ghana. Cruise through UNESCO-listed Djoud National Bird Sanctuary on a pirogue (dugout canoe) or go for a dip in a pink lake. See women’s empowerment in action in East Africa. Ancient cultures, emerging traditions, wildlife experiences, cool urban centres and many more experiences...

Dig deeper into the full range of new trips and experiences in Africa by tapping the photo for more information about these amazing off-the-beaten-track tours.

A deposit of 400 euro per person will secure your place on most trips with full payment required 30 days before departure or immediately if departure is within 30 days.

Flights to the starting point and from the endpoint are not included (Distant Horizons can assist with flight bookings).

Terms and conditions apply.

Intrepid’s new Africa trips and experiences connect travellers with nature and communities in unforgettable ways.

08/01/2025

INTREPID TRAVEL – JANUARY SALE – COOL CULTURAL GETAWAYS
FOR 18 TO 35-year-olds!!

Offer: Up to 20% off selected trips
Sale dates: 01 January 2025 – 30 January 2025
Travel dates: 10 January 2025 – 14 December 2025

18 to 35s trips are designed for the next generation of socially conscious explorers. Swap the typical tourist spots for authentic experiences.

From street art in Spain, heritage homestays in India, riding the waves and roaming the coast in Australia, climbing rooftops and sailing islands in Scandinavia to visiting a buffalo ranch in the Canadian Rockies, these new experiences for 2025 are all about moments you’ll remember years from now!!

A deposit of 400 euro per person will secure your place on most trips, with full payment required 30 days before departure or immediately if departure is within 30 days.

Flights to the starting point and from the endpoint are not included (Distant Horizons can assist with flight bookings).

Terms and conditions apply.

Tap the photo for more information about these amazing off-the-beaten-track tours.

Don't just see it on a screen – experience it for real. Make memories that last a lifetime on these new trips and experiences for 18-35s.

04/01/2025

INTREPID TRAVEL – JANUARY SALE – SAILING TRIPS THAT SKIP THE CRUISE CROWDS!

Offer: Up to 20% off selected trips
Sale dates: 01 January 2025 – 30 January 2025
Travel dates: 10 January 2025 – 14 December 2025

From gliding through clear blue waters in the Maldives, sailing adventures in the Whitsundays, along Turkey’s Turquoise Coast, Greenland, Southern Balkans, snorkel the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia or cruise West Africa’s rivers by pirogue...and many more.

Skip the big cruise ships in favour of these new ways to sail with Intrepid.

Tap the photo for more information about these amazing off-the-beaten-track tours.

A deposit of 400 euro per person will secure your place on most trips with full payment required 30 days before departure or immediately if departure is within 30 days**.

Flights to the starting point and from the endpoint are not included (Distant Horizons can assist with flight bookings).

Terms and conditions apply.

Good times ahoy! Find your sea legs and get on board with these new and exciting ways to sail with Intrepid in 2025.

01/01/2025

INTREPID TRAVEL – JANUARY SALE – FAMILY HOLIDAYS

Offer: Up to 20% off selected trips
Sale dates: 01 January 2025 – 30 January 2025
Travel dates: 10 January 2025 – 14 December 2025

Explore Intrepid’s family holidays to inspire the next generation: Southern Thailand Family Holiday, Iceland Family Holiday, Finland Family Holiday, Borneo Family Holiday...and many more.

Embrace multigenerational travel with these new trips and experiences for families.

Tap the photo for more information about the tours.

Flights to the starting point and from the endpoint are not included (Distant Horizons can assist with flight bookings).

A deposit of 400 euro per person will secure your place on most trips with full payment required 30 days before departure or immediately if departure is within 30 days**.

Terms and conditions apply.

Make your family travels mean something more with new trips and experiences that go deeper.