Gozo 4x4 Chauffeured Buggy Tour with Lunch and Transport
Overview
Enjoy an unforgettable day exploring Gozo on one of our 4WD buggies, the ideal way to discover the island's most exquisite sights and hidden gems, all while taking in the impressive beauty of this charming island.
Let one of our experienced drivers handle the driving and the stress of navigation while you sit back, unwind, and take in the scenery!
This exclusive buggy tour is the best possible way to discover and experience the true beauty of Gozo, take spectacular photographs of the breath-taking scenery, experience Gozo’s magnificent heritage, visit key landmarks, and discover hidden gems, all while relishing the impressive beauty and distinctive charm this tiny island has to offer.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- Pick-up and drop-off transfers from selected hotels or meeting points
- Multilingual storytellers at each stop
- Return transfer by boat passing by Comino's Blue Lagoon and Sea Caves (weather permitting)
- Lunch including local wine and mineral water
- Experienced drivers (tour leaders)
- Roundtrip Gozo ferry tickets (when required)
- Swim stop at Comino Island (summer/shoulder season only and weather permitting)
✗ Not Included
- Admission ticket to the Temples of Ġgantija (optional entry), cost of ticket is around €10 p/person.
- Boat trip at the inland sea in Dwejra Bay (optional activity), cost of ticket is around €6 p/person.
- Optional extra beverages consumed during lunch (except for wine and water)
- Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Upon your arrival at Mġarr Harbour (Gozo’s main harbour), you will board one of our 4WD buggies, where you will be taken on an unforgettable journey around the beautiful island of Gozo. Each buggy will have one of our experienced drivers, who will also provide you with explanations and information throughout the entire journey.
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Stop 2
The Parish Church of Our Lady of Loreto is a Roman Catholic neo-gothic parish church located in the village of Għajnsielem. The foundation stone of the church was laid on September 14, 1924. The church was not completed until the mid-1970s due to a number of interruptions, mainly during WWII.
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Stop 3
Breathtaking views of Comino, Cominotto, and the Blue Lagoon can be enjoyed from the Qala Belvedere and from the small courtyard in front of the little church known as “Il-Madonna Tal-Blat” (Saint Mary of the Rocks). This church faces the island of Comino, and legend has it that it was built so that the people of this neighbouring island could follow Holy Mass from across the sea when the weather was too rough for a priest to cross to them.
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Stop 4
Daħlet Qorrot is a small inlet nestled between the northern cliffs of Gozo, not far from the village of Nadur. There is a little pebbly beach, as well as a quayside and rocks on either side of the bay. The cove is used by a small number of fishermen who have turned some caves at the base of the cliffs into boat houses and storage for their fishing gear. The fishermen can often be seen mending their nets or repairing their colourful boats to keep them seaworthy.
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Stop 5
Situated on the western side of Ramla Bay in the village of Xagħra, Calypso’s Cave is a natural cave overlooking the glorious red sands of Gozo’s finest beach. It is believed to be the cave referred to by Homer in the Odyssey. Legend has it that Gozo is Homer’s Island of Ogygia, and the cave is the one where the beautiful nymph Calypso kept Odysseus as a “prisoner of love” for seven years.
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Stop 6
Ramla Bay, also referred to locally as “Ir-Ramla l-Ħamra” (meaning red sands), is a bay with a beach of reddish-coloured sand. Situated on the island's north-east coast, it is located between Marsalforn and San Blas bays and is renowned as one of the most stunning bays in the whole Maltese archipelago.
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Stop 7
Ta’ Kola Windmill is a unique relic of breadmaking in Gozo; it is one of the few surviving windmills on the Maltese Islands dating from the Knights’ period. The 200-year-old building is a living testimony to our forefathers’ way of life, marked with hardships and daily struggles. The windmill, was one of the main focal points of village life, providing the villagers with flour to produce bread, the most stable and indispensable food item at the time.
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Stop 8
The megalithic temples of Gantija have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1980. Along with the Ta’ Ħaġrat Temples and Skorba Temples in Malta, this remarkable archaeological site dates to around 3600–2500 BC. The Ġgantija temples are thought to be the second oldest free-standing structures in the world, second only to Göbekli Tepe in Turkey and pre-dating Stonehenge in England and the Pyramids of Egypt by about 1000 years! The name “Ġgantija” is derived from the Maltese word for giant (“Ġgant”) because it was believed that the site was constructed by a race of giants. This mythical concept is understandable considering that the temples are made of massive limestone blocks measuring over five metres in length and weighing more than 50 tonnes. The entrance fee to the temples of Ġgantija is not included in the price of your package; if you wish to visit the temples, you will have some free time to do so.
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Stop 9
Built between 1952 and 1979, this is one of Gozo’s most recognisable places of worship. Known as the Rotunda of Xewkija, this impressive church boasts the third highest unsupported dome in the world.
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Stop 10
At the heart of the capital city of Gozo lies another majestic site: the mediaeval fortress known locally as “Iċ-Ċittadella” (The Citadel). With its distinctive skyline and imposing military architecture, this ancient, fortified structure stands out as Gozo’s major landmark, a beacon visible from all over the island. The area has been inhabited since the Bronze Age, and the site now occupied by The Citadel is believed to have been the acropolis of the Punic-Roman city of Gaulos, or Glauconis Civitas. During the mediaeval period, the acropolis was converted into a castle, which served as a refuge for Gozo’s population. A suburb began to develop outside its walls by the 15th century, and this area now forms the historic core of Victoria.
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Stop 11
Constructed in the 16th century by the Knights of St. John, these well-preserved public washhouses are carved into a cliff near a natural spring. Featuring a simple irrigation system, they continue to provide clean water and are used by locals for laundry to this day.
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Stop 12
Xlendi is one of the most charming and well-known locations in Gozo. It is a delightful coastal town with a gorgeous small bay surrounded by picturesque cliffs.
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Stop 13
Dwejra Bay is also known for its Inland Sea, a small bay surrounded by high cliffs and connected by an impressive 65-meter-long natural tunnel that opens out into the open sea, a truly fascinating natural formation that evokes awe and leaves a striking impression. Weather permitting, you will have the opportunity to take a short boat trip through the narrow tunnel and its surrounding area. This boat trip is available at a small fee payable on location (the boat trip is not included in your package price).
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Stop 14
Heading west on the outskirts of the village of Għarb, we stop at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Blessed Virgin of Ta’ Pinu, commonly referred to as “Il-Knisja tal-Mirakli” (The Miracle Church) or simply as “Ta’ Pinu”. This spectacular basilica is one of Gozo’s most iconic landmarks. Though the building, its interior, and its surroundings are truly beautiful, it is the stories surrounding the church that are the most fascinating. Within the shrine, you will find walls covered in letters, crutches, damaged helmets etc. etc. that were offered as testimony by people who believed to have been blessed with a miracle by the grace of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Ta’ Pinu.
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Stop 15
Situated on the western shore of the island of Gozo, this area is a geological and ecological haven. All the various surroundings are a blend of geology, landscape, fauna, habitats, shorelines, seascapes, archaeology, flora, and history, which makes a visit to this site an experience to remember.
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Stop 16
"Ta' Ġordan" Lighthouse is an active lighthouse located on a hill above the village of Għasri on the northern coast of the island.
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Stop 17
Heading north, we will enjoy a scenic route through the countryside that will take us to the Xwejni Salt Pans along the northern coast of the island. The salt pans are a transfixing landmark of vital importance, upholding an ancient trade and skill while harvesting one of Gozo’s important natural raw materials. Xwejni’s salt pans chequerboard pattern and shimmering mirrored reflective pools are always a dynamic sight to behold. Spanning several kilometres across Gozo’s northern coast, today they are divided between 3 salt farmers. Salt mining has been a tradition in Malta for centuries, and here you will find large clusters of salt pans. Hewn in the rocky coastline, these pans collect sea water during the colder and windier months of the year. While the water evaporates in the heat of the sun, the salt remains in these pans and is harvested by hand. The harvesting season stretches from April to August, with people hard at work twice weekly.
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Stop 18
The "Wied il-Mielaħ" Window is a limestone natural arch on the north-western coast of the island of Gozo in Malta. This seaside rock formation resembling a large window is reachable through a long stairway with a guardrail.
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Stop 19
Marsalforn Bay is a small bay in the north of Gozo, very popular for its many seaside restaurants and gorgeous views.
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Good to Know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- While driving the default language might be in English, however at each stop customers can approach the driver/tour leader speaking their language for a more thorough explanation.
- The time shown on the website or on your ticket is the approximate start time of the activity and not the time when you will be picked up from your hotel (or closest meeting point). At least a few days before the date of your activity, you need to make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pick-up location and pick-up time. Your pick-up time can be anytime between 8:00 AM and 9:15 AM, depending on where you are staying.
- A swim stop at Comino Island is included during high/shoulder season (usually from April till October); do not forget to bring your swimwear. The swim stop is subject to weather and sea conditions.
- The itinerary or programme is subject to change without prior notice, depending on weather conditions, restrictions, unforeseen circumstances, or other operational constraints.
- The entrance fee to the temples of Ġgantija is not included in the price of your package; if you wish to visit the temples, you will have some free time to do so. Please refer to exclusions section for the cost of the ticket; however, please note that the fee can change without prior notice.
- The return journey to Malta will be done on one of our boats, passing by the beautiful island of Comino and catching glimpses of the famous Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon, and the Sea Caves (the boat transfer is always subject to weather conditions and other operational considerations; in the event that this is not feasible, the return trip will be done by using the communal Gozo Channel ferry).
- The boat trip at Dwejra Bay is not included in the price of your package; the boat trip is optional (to be paid on location) and can only be done subject to favourable weather conditions. Please refer to exclusions section for the cost of the ticket; however, please note that the fee can change without prior notice.
- Buggies can carry a maximum of 5 passengers per buggy.
- Foldable strollers are allowed during the tour.
- The tour is not wheelchair-accessible.
- If the tour is cancelled due to poor weather conditions, you will be offered to reschedule your activity on a different date; if you cannot reschedule, a full refund will be given.
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments.
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers.
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Special Instructions
• The time shown on the website or on your ticket is the approximate start time of the activity and not the time when you will be picked up from your hotel (or closest meeting point). At least a few days before the date of your activity, you need to make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pick-up location and pick-up time. Your pick-up time can be any time between 8:00 AM and 9:15 AM, depending on where you are staying.
• To confirm your pick-up location (meeting point) and your pick-up time, please send an e-mail to internal-tours@robertarrigo.com at least a few days before the date of your activity. Make sure to include your booking reference number in the e-mail.
• It is very important that you arrive at your pick-up location (meeting point) at the given time; however, if transport is a bit delayed due to unexpected traffic conditions, do not become alarmed. Please allow up to 15 minutes of waiting time before contacting our emergency number.
• While driving, the default language might be English; however, at each stop, customers can approach the tour leader speaking their language for more thorough explanations.
• A swim stop at Comino Island is included during high/shoulder season (usually from April till October); do not forget to bring your swimwear. The swim stop is subject to weather and sea conditions.
• The boat trip at Dwejra Bay is not included in the price of your package; the boat trip is optional (to be paid on location) and can only be done subject to favourable weather conditions. The cost of the boat trip is around €6 per person; however, please note that the fee can change without prior notice.
• The entrance fee to the temples of Ġgantija is not included in the price of your package; if you wish to visit the temples, you will have some free time to do so. The cost of the ticket is around €10 per person; however, please note that the fee can change without prior notice.
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