Sicily & Malta Tour
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Tour Pricing
Guests of The Globe Sicily and Malta Tour will stay at the Grand Hotel des Etrangers in Siracusa, Sicily for three nights, followed by four nights at the Phoenicia Malta Hotel in Valletta, Malta. Guests have their choice of three packages and room types.
Prices are based on double occupancy
Classic Package
Grand Hotel des Etrangers
Comfort & Superior
The Phoenicia Malta
Signature & Superior
Price per person*
$12,899 CDN
*Does not include return airfare to Europe.
Premium Package
Grand Hotel des Etrangers
Deluxe
The Phoenicia Malta
Executive
Price per person*
$13,490 CDN
*Does not include return airfare to Europe.
Sea View Package
Grand Hotel des Etrangers
Harbour View
The Phoenicia Malta
Sea View
Price per person*
$14,840 CDN
*Does not include return airfare to Europe.
GRAND HOTEL DES ETRANGERS
Ortigia, Siracusa, Sicily, Italy
The Classic Package: Superior and Comfort Rooms
Located on the sparkling waterfront of enchanting Ortigia, the elegant Grand Hotel Des Étrangers blends timeless Sicilian grandeur with refined contemporary luxury. Overlooking the shimmering Ionian Sea and just steps from Ortigia’s honey-coloured Baroque streets, lively piazzas, and atmospheric cafés, this beautifully restored landmark hotel offers an unforgettable stay in the heart of Sicily’s most captivating island quarter. Guests can unwind in sophisticated rooms and suites, savour exquisite Mediterranean cuisine on panoramic terraces, and soak in breathtaking sunset views that perfectly capture the romance and charm of southern Italy.
Hotel services and facilities include:
Fitness Centre
Rooftop restaurant and bar
Spaces adapted for guests with disabilities
24-hour reception
Four in house Restaurants
Wi-Fi
Outdoor pool
Room service
Guests have the opportunity to upgrade their hotel stay experience by upgrading to a Premium or Sea View Package.
PHOENICIA MALTA HOTEL
Valletta, Malta
The Classic Package: Signature and Superior room
Set just outside the majestic gates of Valletta, the iconic The Phoenicia Malta is a timeless sanctuary of elegance and sophistication overlooking the sparkling waters of Marsamxett Harbour. Surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and steeped in classic Mediterranean charm, this celebrated luxury hotel combines grand historic character with refined contemporary comfort. Guests can relax in beautifully appointed rooms and suites, enjoy exceptional dining featuring fresh Maltese flavours, and unwind beside the hotel’s spectacular infinity pool with panoramic harbour views. Perfectly positioned moments from Valletta’s UNESCO-listed streets, baroque architecture, and vibrant cultural treasures, The Phoenicia offers an unforgettable blend of heritage, luxury, and warm Maltese hospitality.
Hotel services and facilities include:
Spa and wellness centre
Indoor and outdoor swimming pools
Free Wifi
Room service
Onsite bar and restaurants
Spaces Adapted for the disabled
Guests have the opportunity to upgrade their hotel stay experience by upgrading to a Premium or Sea View Package.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR TOUR:
Arrival transfer from Catania Airport to Hotel on arrival
Seven nights accommodation based on double occupancy
Three nights at the Grand Hotel des Etrangers, Siracusa, Sicily and
Four nights at the Phoenicia Malta Hotel, Valletta, Malta
Full buffet breakfast daily
Globe Insider Breakfast
Globe Journalist Talks
Day 1: Welcome Reception
Group dinner in Sicily
Group dinner in Malta
Farewell Group dinner in Malta
Choice of excursions* on Days 2, 3, 5, 6 and 7. Only 1 selection permissible for each specified day.
Transfers between hotels and ferry
Fast ferry between Pozzallo and Valletta
Porterage of one standard piece of luggage per person
Gratuities for all group services
All taxes
Fully escorted by our Worldwide Quest Tour Director
Tour cost does not include:
Return airfare from your home to join the tour
Fuel surcharge (if applicable)
Airport departure taxes
Visa for fee for Malta and Sicily (not currently required for Canada or USA passport-holders)
Travel insurance
Items of a personal nature
Additional transportation required due to any emergency or other situation
Any item not mentioned in "What's Included"
Save $250 Per Person
Book by September 17, 2026
Or call 1-888-229-2302
*Please click here to view Worldwide Quest’s Terms and Conditions. Limited time offer. Pricing subject to change.
The Globe and Mail Travel Sicily & Malta Tour is provided by Worldwide Quest International Inc. and all travel arrangements, reservations and bookings will be made with them, a company wholly independent of The Globe and Mail. Dates, itineraries, program details and costs are given in good faith based on information available at the time of posting, and subject to change. The Globe and Mail cannot guarantee the attendance of any particular host. Prices are in Canadian dollars, per person and based on double occupancy.
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