Join our Malta Guided tours and journey through Birgu’s troublesome history, where the streets have borne witness to a perpetual lack of peace and patrolling the streets is not for the faint-hearted!

In 1530, a colossal warship carrying “Monks of War” , the last remnants and major holy order of the Crusades, sails into the Grand Harbour, reshaping Birgu’s destiny forever. The impact, whether for the best or worst, is a decision we leave to your contemplation—just guard those thoughts closely, for the walls possess ears with evil intentions!

Birgu, a maritime haven, lures a cast of cunning characters—some foes, some friends—all perilous, each eagerly anticipating an opportunity to profit at the expense of another, perhaps even yourself!

Behind the formidable walls, an illusion of safety is crafted, yet the real peril looms within, and next door!

Along the way , expect to witness a tapestry of thrilling occurrences and city dwellers entangled in murder, internal strife, duels, and the mysterious of dreadful dungeons. Encounter the clandestine lives of ladies of the night, mischievous monks, and schemers on the loose. Yet for one French Knight, all this chaos can still provide an opportunity to rise through the ranks of the Order of St. John.

But there’s more than meets the eye—prepare to challenge common beliefs, de-code politically incorrect symbols, unravel myths, and explore unlikely legends

Your journey may be shortened through terrible tortures and executions. Yet, these are mere preludes to the impending storm stirred by the maritime breeze, but provoked and driven by the enigmatic inhabitants of this ancient city. This tale is a favorite of our Malta Guided tours, both solo tours and private Malta group tours. covering the arrival and beginning of the warrior monks Knights of St John’s turbulent period 1530 till 1551.