Malta Cruises

Malta may be small, but it is such a beautiful place to visit from the comfort of a cruise ship. Home to the tiniest capital city in Europe, the Maltese archipelago is brimming with culture and a resident population who are as friendly as they come. If you’re looking for sun and culture equal in their warmth, Malta cruises deliver in spades.

Discover Malta Cruises

Malta is a small island country in the Mediterranean, nestled between Europe and North Africa. This archipelago is a destination with so many stories to tell of the civilisations that have left their imprint on its land, from its prehistoric temples and fortified cities to its mosaic of architectural wonders.

Balmy and inviting, Malta offers a unique palette of experiences for guests to enjoy on a family summer holiday or romantic getaway. Whether you prefer to unwind on the rocky coast with a cocktail or explore the bustling markets and festivals that give the city streets their tangible energy, a cruise to Malta pleases every passenger, no matter their interests.

Cruise Lines Offering Malta Cruises

P&O Cruises

Combine the gorgeous weather of a Malta cruise with British class and style with P&O Cruises. Explore everything the nation has to offer while savouring the flavours of P&O’s on board restaurants and the rejuvenating quality of its spa and wellness facilities.

MSC Cruises

On board one of MSC Cruises’ state-of-the-art ships, guests can enhance Malta cruises into getaways that they’ll never forget. Once the day’s exploration is complete, evenings of top-tier entertainment and poolside fun await on these exceptional voyages.

Cunard

Delve into the perks of cruising at their very best with Cunard. Sail the Maltese coast from the comfort of your elegant ship, dining in restaurants that serve the best cuisines available on the seas and unwinding in lounges that fuse classy interior design with deliciously crafted beverages.

Princess Cruises

A Malta cruise with Princess Cruises shows guests what it feels like to travel in the style of a royal. Unwind with expert massages and learn new things with the Discovery at Sea programme, all while soaking up the sunshine and culture.

Celebrity Cruises

Cruise destinations are elevated by Celebrity Cruises itineraries. Get ready to gaze out across the Maltese coastline from your al fresco breakfast table and end each day with an entertainment production that rivals the best West End-style shows.

Top Malta Cruise Destinations

Valetta

Malta's capital is full of sites sure to satisfy any visitor. Ascend Upper Barrakka Gardens and peer over the edge of its upper level to look out across a cannon-lined promenade standing to attention. Other highlights hidden throughout the city include St John’s Co-Cathedral, which is home to one of Caravaggio’s most famous artworks, and Fort St. Elmo, which affords views of the entire island.

The Blue Lagoon

The Blue Lagoon is one of the finest examples of the Maltese archipelago’s natural beauty. Not to be confused with the Blue Grotto, the lagoon squats quietly on Comino, obscured by the surrounding islands of Malta and Gozo. Its pearly-white sands are flanked by rugged cliff faces on one side and a patchwork of shimmering blue hues on the other. These mesmerising waters leave nothing to the imagination, making them ideal for even the most amateur snorkeller.

Merchants Street

Malta’s favourite street food, pastizzi, is a flaky, diamond-shaped pastry delight usually stuffed with mushy peas or ricotta. And to find the best pastizzi in Malta, just follow your nose and head towards Merchants Street. Lampuki pie is another of the more traditional dishes on offer here, offering a nod to British tastes in the form of a pie dotted with Arabic flavours such as mint and raisins, topped off with olives and capers for an Italian flair.