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Gozo was a quiet island, perfect for a relaxing walking holiday. As a self-guided holiday we could adjust each day's walks as we felt necessary which ...
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Gozo is the second largest of the Maltese islands, yet at only 14km by 7km at its widest point, nowhere in Gozo is too far away, making it the ideal choice for a walking holiday. The slow pace of life along with the air of tranquillity also makes Gozo the perfect place to relax. Rich in history and culture you must visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Ggantija Tombs at Xaghra, the oldest freestanding temples in the world dating back to 3500BC, and the Ta' Pinu sanctuary.
The walks guide you around the island's impressive coastline and through the cobbled streets of the traditional towns and villages and you'll have plenty of time for exploring, swimming and just soaking up Gozo's tranquil atmosphere. Its rugged landscape ensures spectacular views including Fungus Rock, a natural stone outcrop in the centre of Dwejra Bay, and the Inland Sea. Between autumn and late spring, the countryside bursts into life, revealing an incredible wealth of flora and fauna, with colourful wild flowers and scented herbs.
You stay at the Hotel Ta'Cenc, wonderfully secluded, set in 400 acres of private grounds and built on one level to blend in sensitively with the natural surroundings. The hotel offers complete serenity, a friendly atmosphere and a regular, complimentary shuttle service to the island's capital of Victoria. There are swimming pools, a hydro-massage Jacuzzi, a fitness centre and tennis courts. You stay in tastefully furnished, air-conditioned single storey stone buildings, each with its own terrace. Breakfast is a delicious hot and cold buffet, and evening meals offer a mouth-watering selection of Gozitan and Italian specialities, served al fresco on the patio under a 200-year-old carob tree.
The terrain is moderate with some small hills and the walking is often along ancient roads and old farm tracks. There are some steep descents to the coast and the occasional rough, stony section. Otherwise the walking is essentially 1-boot level.
Our taxi meets you in Malta and takes you to the ferry for the 25-minute trip across to Gozo.
You stay at the Hotel Ta'Cenc (breakfast and evening meal)
Mgarr is Gozo's port, full of traditional and colourful luzzu fishing boats, and dominated by the 18th century Fort Chambray, built by the Knights of St John. The path from here hugs the coast as far as the narrow creek of Mgarr ix-Xini where Turkish raiders landed in 1551 - the perfect place for a picnic and swim. From here, you follow an old mule track up through the hotel's rocky grounds with fine views across to Malta, stopping to explore the remains of a copper age temple and Neolithic dolmen.
The north western corner of the island is only accessible on foot, along easy to navigate farm tracks. First stop is the remarkable neo-Romanesque basilica Ta' Pinu, a huge national shrine built on the site of a miracle in 1923. Your route then leads through unique ravine-like wieds (streams) to Gharb with a stunning Baroque church dating from 1699 and traditional stone houses. The final stretch takes you along the striking cliffs of the north coast where you are rewarded with fantastic views across Gozo's famous salt pans.
To the west coast and the fascinating Punic burial site at Wardija Point. There's a mythical feeling here, like being on the edge of the world. Narrow stone-walled lanes lead down to bamboo groves and to Fungus Rock (named after the 'magic' plant which grew there) and the Inland Sea.
If you'd prefer a slightly longer holiday, take a look at our 7 night Walking on Gozo - Calypso's Isle.
This single-centre holiday is based at the following hotel. If you'd like to extend your stay here, or upgrade your room, just let us know at the time of booking.
To find out more call our sales team on 01606 720199, use our live webchat (we open again 9am Monday) or email sales@headwater.com
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Room upgrades: Trullo Room, Deluxe Junior Suite or Suite.
Trullo rooms: Super King size (75' width) bed and are larger and round in shape with a beehive style roof. They have an additional seating area and a patio area. Deluxe Junior Suites: larger with a contemporary feel and a King size (69' width) four poster bed. They have a seating area and an outdoor terrace and offer tea and coffee making facilities, satellite TV, Ipod dock, hairdrier, safety deposit box, air conditioning/heating, modern bathrooms including a jacuzzi bath and a separate double shower. Suites: larger than standard rooms with a Super King size (75' width) bed and an additional seating area with a private patio or terrace. Suites also offer tea and coffee making facilities.
Extra nights: Please contact us for details.
If you'd like to extend your trip with extra nights at the start or end, or if you'd like to arrange a stop off point en-route, then we recommend the following hotels.
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Our aim is to provide holidays that are unbeatable for choice and flexibility. We've listed our most popular travel options below, however you aren't limited to these - we can tailor-make virtually any holiday to suit.
To find out more about the travel options available call our sales team on 01606 720199, use our live webchat (we open again 9am Monday) or email sales@headwater.com
Air prices include our standard flights/transfers
Arrival - Air Malta Heathrow to Malta Luqa 11:25/15:35, transfer to ferry port (35 mins) then ferry to Gozo 18:00/18:25. Transfer to hotel from ferry port (10mins).
Return - Transfer to ferry port (10 mins), ferry to Malta 12:00/12:25, transfer from ferry port to airport (35 mins) then Malta Luqa to Heathrow 16:55/19:25.
Business/club/first class seats are available on request.
Alternative Air Travel
Alternative flights, onward rail to your holiday area, and connecting private transfers can be arranged from most UK airports. If you would like to use one of the many 'low cost' airlines, we can book these on your behalf. We can also book UK shuttles to connect with your onward flight, please call for details and prices.
Popular alternative routes for this holiday include:
| From | To | Airline(s) |
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| London Luton | Malta | Ryanair |
| London Stansted | Malta | Ryanair |
| Manchester | Malta | Easyjet, Jet2, TUI |
| Newcastle | Malta | Easyjet, Jet2, TUI |
| Norwich | Malta | TUI |
| Other UK airports | Malta | Various ailrines |
Standard transfers
Transfers can be arranged at a supplement from Malta Luqa airport at 15:35, and back to Malta Luqa airport at 11:15.
Alternative transfers
If you require alternative transfers (because you will be arriving at a different time to our standard flights), then we can usually arrange these for you (there may be an additional charge).
Should you require overnight airport accommodation, airport parking or even a uniformed chauffeur to take your car from your departure terminal and park it for you, we can arrange this for you through Holiday Extras. You can book airport parking, airport hotels and executive lounges directly through their website - or call us on 01606 720199 for further details of all the services on offer. Early booking is recommended to obtain the best availability and prices.
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Gozo was a quiet island, perfect for a relaxing walking holiday. As a self-guided holiday we could adjust each day's walks as we felt necessary which provided great flexibility. The Hotel Ta Cenc was excellent, and although some parts of the room décor were aging slightly, the bar and restaurant service were superb. We fully intend to return to Gozo and Ta Cenc to walk the parts of the island we couldn't reach in the short time we had booked.
You can be confident that our pricing includes all the standard requirements of your holiday and many additional extras. Always ensure that you are comparing like for like when booking your holiday.
Find out about The Headwater Price Promise to ensure you're getting the very best value for money.
This 4 night self-guided walking holiday includes:
Single-centre accommodation in a hotel
All buffet breakfasts and evening meals
Management by local hotelier
Route directions and maps
Standard transfers to/from your hotel (if booking inclusive flights)
How to book:
For further details, or to check availability, speak to our sales team on 01606 720199 (we open again 9am Monday) or complete our holiday enquiry form (we'll contact you at a time that's most convenient for you).
Complete our holiday enquiry form - we'll get in touch when it's most convenient for you
Speak to our sales team on 01606 720199 - we open again 9am Monday
Use our live chat to ask us a question
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| 5th Sep 2020 | £889 | £1239 | Tour only: £889 Including flights: £1239 |
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| 12th Sep 2020 | £889 | £1239 | Tour only: £889 Including flights: £1239 |
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| 19th Sep 2020 | £889 | £1239 | Tour only: £889 Including flights: £1239 |
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| 26th Sep 2020 | £889 | £1239 | Tour only: £889 Including flights: £1239 |
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| 3rd Oct 2020 | £759 | £1109 | Tour only: £759 Including flights: £1109 |
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| 10th Oct 2020 | £759 | £1109 | Tour only: £759 Including flights: £1109 |
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| 17th Oct 2020 | £759 | £1109 | Tour only: £759 Including flights: £1109 |
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| 24th Oct 2020 | £759 | £1109 | Tour only: £759 Including flights: £1109 |
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| 31st Oct 2020 | £759 | £1109 | Tour only: £759 Including flights: £1109 |
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| 7th Nov 2020 | £649 | £999 | Tour only: £649 Including flights: £999 |
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| 14th Nov 2020 | £649 | £999 | Tour only: £649 Including flights: £999 |
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| 21st Nov 2020 | £649 | £999 | Tour only: £649 Including flights: £999 |
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| 28th Nov 2020 | £649 | £999 | Tour only: £649 Including flights: £999 |
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| 5th Dec 2020 | £649 | £999 | Tour only: £649 Including flights: £999 |
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| 12th Dec 2020 | £649 | £999 | Tour only: £649 Including flights: £999 |
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| 19th Dec 2020 | £809 | £1159 | Tour only: £809 Including flights: £1159 |
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| 26th Dec 2020 | £829 | £1179 | Tour only: £829 Including flights: £1179 |
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| 2nd Jan 2021 | £829 | £1179 | Tour only: £829 Including flights: £1179 |
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| 9th Jan 2021 | £619 | £969 | Tour only: £619 Including flights: £969 |
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| 16th Jan 2021 | £619 | £969 | Tour only: £619 Including flights: £969 |
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| 23rd Jan 2021 | £619 | £969 | Tour only: £619 Including flights: £969 |
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| 30th Jan 2021 | £619 | £969 | Tour only: £619 Including flights: £969 |
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| 6th Feb 2021 | £619 | £969 | Tour only: £619 Including flights: £969 |
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| 13th Feb 2021 | £619 | £969 | Tour only: £619 Including flights: £969 |
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| 20th Feb 2021 | £619 | £969 | Tour only: £619 Including flights: £969 |
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| 27th Feb 2021 | £619 | £969 | Tour only: £619 Including flights: £969 |
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| 6th Mar 2021 | £619 | £969 | Tour only: £619 Including flights: £969 |
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| 13th Mar 2021 | £619 | £969 | Tour only: £619 Including flights: £969 |
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| 20th Mar 2021 | £619 | £969 | Tour only: £619 Including flights: £969 |
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| 27th Mar 2021 | £619 | £969 | Tour only: £619 Including flights: £969 |
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| 3rd Apr 2021 | £759 | £1109 | Tour only: £759 Including flights: £1109 |
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| 10th Apr 2021 | £759 | £1109 | Tour only: £759 Including flights: £1109 |
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| 17th Apr 2021 | £759 | £1109 | Tour only: £759 Including flights: £1109 |
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| 24th Apr 2021 | £759 | £1109 | Tour only: £759 Including flights: £1109 |
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| 1st May 2021 | £759 | £1109 | Tour only: £759 Including flights: £1109 |
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| 8th May 2021 | £759 | £1109 | Tour only: £759 Including flights: £1109 |
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| 15th May 2021 | £759 | £1109 | Tour only: £759 Including flights: £1109 |
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| 22nd May 2021 | £759 | £1109 | Tour only: £759 Including flights: £1109 |
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The prices quoted for each individual departure supercede those published in our current brochures. Air prices are subject to change and we advise early booking to obtain the best prices. Please see our Planning your holiday and What's included in the price? pages for additional information.
Singles
Add £40 per person per night for sole occupancy of a double room.
Children
Please contact us for child prices.
Holiday type
Self-guided walking Managed locally by hotelier.
Departures
Selected dates from 5th Sep 2020 to 22nd May 2021, for 4 nights. All dates are subject to availability, please contact us to check.
Meals
All buffet breakfasts and evening meals
Room upgrades
From £28 per person, per night based on 2 people sharing.
The above prices include our standard flights/transfers
Arrival - Air Malta Heathrow to Malta Luqa 11:25/15:35, transfer to ferry port (35 mins) then ferry to Gozo 18:00/18:25. Transfer to hotel from ferry port (10mins).
Return - Transfer to ferry port (10 mins), ferry to Malta 12:00/12:25, transfer from ferry port to airport (35 mins) then Malta Luqa to Heathrow 16:55/19:25.
Alternative Air
Flights can be arranged from most UK airports, with connecting transfers as required, prices and details on request.
Upgraded air travel
Business/club/first class fares on request.
Tour only
Transfers can be arranged at a supplement from Malta Luqa airport at 15:35, and back to Malta Luqa airport at 11:15.
For further details, or to check availability, speak to our sales team on 01606 720199 (we open again 9am Monday) or complete our holiday enquiry form (we'll contact you at a time that's most convenient for you).
Complete our holiday enquiry form - we'll get in touch when it's most convenient for you
Speak to our sales team on 01606 720199 - we open again 9am Monday
Use our live chat to ask us a question
Please note: The prices and travel options shown are provided for customers based in, and travelling from/to, the UK. We are happy to arrange holidays for non-UK customers however, if you are travelling from USA, Canada, Australia or New Zealand, we recommend that you contact your local agent as they can provide appropriate transport options and advice.
Due to the tailor-made nature of our holidays, we need a little more information in order for us to check availability for Walking on Gozo - Calypso's Isle - Short Break. Simply complete the form below (fields marked * are mandatory) and a member of our sales team will contact you (when it's most convenient for you) to provide availability information, travel options and an accurate price. Of course there's no obligation, but if you do wish to proceed with a booking they will be on-hand to assist you throughout the process.
Alternatively, you can call our sales team on 01606 720199 to discuss your requirements in more detail (we open again 9am Monday).
