Malta Themed Tours: Malta Tour Operators Crafting History through Immersive Storytelling

Our Journey: From Local Malta Tour Operators to Inspiring Experiences

Malta Themed Tours are Malta tour operators offering distinctly crafted tours created by locals. The company was born from a shared passion for history. It also stems from a curiosity about the extraordinary lives of ordinary people who shaped Malta’s past.

Our journey began with a simple yet profound belief. We believe that history is best experienced through immersive storytelling. We envisioned Malta tour operators who didn’t just recite facts and dates. Instead, they would transport visitors through time. This allows them to live history, not just observe it.

Originally known as “Real Malta Tours,” we were formed in 2018. Many Covid summers later, we evolved and rebranded as “Malta Themed Tours.”

We exclusively use Maltese guides who are deeply curious about the past. They bring history to life in a way that’s engaging, interactive, and thought-provoking. Our guides step into the shoes of remarkable historical figures. They interweave anecdotes and characters into compelling narratives that unfold in the actual locations where history was made.

Malta Themed Tours isn’t just about entertainment; it’s about empowerment and inspiration. We believe that the lessons of the past hold hidden answers to today’s problems and opportunities. Our goal is to enrich lives and offer practical takeaways that stay with visitors long after the tour ends.

Our purpose as Malta tour operators is to inspire and provoke new ways of thinking. We aim to leave guests with a newfound appreciation for the power of the past.

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19+ Years

Over 19 Years guiding experience

1st in Malta

We proudly pioneered dramatized Corsair Tours in Malta back in 2018

20+ Years

Over 20 years researching these original Malta Themed Tours

Giacomo Muscat

Giacomo Muscat was proudly born in the historic town of Żabbar, which was granted city status by the last Grand Master of the Knights of St. John who resided in Malta.

Despite dreaming of a life at sea as a pirate from a young age, Giacomo’s pirate dreams were shattered when he was sent to school and found himself on a quite different path, becoming an Acca-qualified accountant and registered auditor and later a Business Growth Consultant .

Researching both Maltese and International History was always a favourite hobby and passion for Giacomo since a very young age when his hair was still on “active duty”. Yet fate had other plans in store for him.

In 2011, while perusing a pirate book gifted to him by his girlfriend at the time (now his wife), Giacomo stumbled upon two pages dedicated to the fascinating history of Maltese corsairs, re-igniting his passion for piracy, but this time in a historical context connected to Malta tourist spots.

Hooked, he ditched his career and traded it in for something much more exciting, creating his Corsair clothing Brand, visiting schools to educate children further on this subject, and becoming a licensed tour guide and “Captain” of his own Malta Themed Tours, offering Malta tours by locals.

Chris Schembri

Chris Schembri is a seasoned fellow local tour guide, also originally from Żabbar, Malta, with a deep passion for history and art.

With over 19 years of professional guiding experience, Chris has been an engaging presence, guiding for top travel companies, Malta Tour operators, language schools, and organizing private and customized tours.

Also, when not immersed in guiding, Chris enthusiastically shares his knowledge by teaching art.

Needless to say, his BA History of Arts Thesis, titled “The Depiction of Naval Battle Scenes in the Grandmaster’s Palaces from the 17th to 18th century,” sparked thought-provoking discussions with Giacomo

This ultimately led to the launch of the first-ever dramatised costumed tours in Malta dedicated to the history of the feared Maltese Corsairs in 2018 as Malta Tour Operators via the “Real Malta Tours“.

Indeed today, under the new branding of “Malta Themed Tours”, they still provides Malta tours by locals and the company also transcends beyond piracy, offering immersive, enriching, fun, and thought-provoking experiences that delve deep into the diverse elements of Maltese history.

Yet the spirit of the Corsair is ever-present, infusing our tours with a touch of adventure and intrigue.

Our Themed Tours- Malta's best-kept secrets:

Vile and Vicious Valletta: Corsairs, Courtesans and the Condemned

While the noble knights laid the foundation of Valletta, on these Malta sightseeing tours the night exposes a different realm inhabited by those marginalized by society – cutthroats, outcasts, prostitutes, forced labourers, the impoverished, and enslaved. Meet individuals subjected to unspeakable horrors – enduring abuse and torture in myriad forms, spanning the realms of mental, physical, and spiritual anguish. A must to consider when deciding on your Malta travel plans.

Surviving the Siege: The Savage Summer of 1565

Visit Malta and descend into the dark depths of human nature as disorder and desperation reign supreme in Malta famous places such as Birgu’s bloodiest day during the 1565 Great Siege! Witness unrivalled resilience and acts of bravery, as courage battles chaos! Yet, a chilling reality remains – once the cannon smoke settles, none know if they’ll live to see tomorrow!

The Night-Watchman of Birgu: Maritime Mysteries under the Midnight Moon

Hear of savage sieges and horrific executions during our Malta guided tours, as naughty knights, imposing inquisitors, and bullying bishops all compete for power in the maritime city of Birgu (Vittoriosa). What terrible tales will you come across as you patrol the treacherous streets with your Night-Watchman, where escaped slaves, “saintly” spies, prostitutes, corsairs, and other cutthroats roam during the night?

Pirate’s Paradise: Valletta’s Dark Secrets

Unearth sinful intrigues yet fascinating truths and entertainment in equal measure on your day trips to Malta. Explore traces of Malta’s forgotten historical past of robbery on the high seas all over Valletta. Listen to absolutely scandalous, and breath-taking tales!! And that’s all before the stories of betrayals with terrible consequences. Valletta’s History isn’t all Virtuous Knights and Art, experience the same challenges Valletta's locals faced whilst admiring the top Malta beautiful places and Baroque palaces.

The Price of Passion: Caravaggio & Contreras Unleashed

What to do in Malta you might wonder? Uncover the thrilling and chilling tales of Caravaggio and Contreras, where two men, two murders, and the pursuit of redemption and immortality intertwine on Malta, the island of the Knights of St John. Caravaggio's brushstrokes whisper his secrets, while Contreras braves perils, leaving behind a captivating autobiography (and body count). Yet beneath the surface lies a labyrinth of intrigue and uncertainty.

Yo-ho-ho and a Barrel of Fun: Children’s Corsair Valletta Voyage

Watch your children (Ideal for Children aged 7 years and over) laugh and learn, during your Malta trips as your Maltese Corsair guide recruits young crew members to delve into the exciting stories of Malta's Maritime history. Sometimes at the point of his sword, though mostly voluntary. With interactive experiences, visuals, and intriguing insights, this educational tour ensures an entertaining adventure for children and adults alike, fostering curiosity, imagination, cultural appreciation as part of fun things to do in Malta.

The Night-Watchman of Mdina: Secrets of the Silent Streets

In 1565, the island of Malta is under siege. Surprisingly Mdina is relatively untouched, at least for the time being. Yet, for your Night Watchman of Mdina, it's more than murderers and thieves that lurk in the streets. Sneaky spies and renegades hide in the shadows as plots unfold. Follow your Night-Watchman on his evening rounds filled with Mdina attractions as he recounts tales of the silent streets from both past and present. Who are the individuals traversing the dark streets of Mdina? Why is being a Night-Watchman such a perilous job? What secrets will you uncover in the shadowy streets during these guided tours of Malta?

Taboos & Temptations: Whispers of Love and Lust in Medieval Mdina

Travel to Malta and indulge in the allure of Medieval Romance and Mystery, where love, lust, and murder intertwine. Discover the captivating stories of medieval women navigating through arranged marriages, infidelity, and religious taboos. Unveil the mysteries of Malta by visiting places

Medieval Mayhem in Mdina: Dark and Dangerous 15th Century Malta

What to see in Mdina? Discover the secrets and sins of Mdina's Medieval VIPs as they plot their way to the top, all while juggling civil war, sieges, and starvation. Amidst backstabbing and betrayal, they still find time for infidelity and bed hopping, all while shaping the destiny of Malta. Join us on a journey through their little-known but intriguing story.

Knightly Secrets: A Knight’s Tale in Valletta

Embark on an extraordinary Knight's odyssey through the heart of the Order of St. John, defying convention and kindling a fire of curiosity and envy. Witness the hidden secrets, forbidden romances, and epic battles that shaped their existence during the best time to visit Malta. Step into the intriguing world of knights, and enjoy Malta's top attractions in Valletta, where one man's improbable acceptance challenges all norms.

Licensed to Steal: Blood, Booty and Courtesans in Valletta

Uncover the original “Sin City” in the top Malta Sightseeing places. Meet nasty knights, cunning courtesans, followed by naughty nuns. Learn about the dark and colourful forgotten industry of piracy that once formed the daily bread of most of the island's population and hear the lies that ignited it. Tales of plunder, promiscuity gone wild, and peril await you. These stories of battles on sea, land and in the bedroom are sure to leave you breathless in one of the best Malta Tours.

In the Shadow of Napoleon Bonaparte: Valletta 1798

Be part of Napoleon Bonaparte's pivotal 6-day stay in Malta as one of unique things to do in Malta. Be part of the grave implications and dramatic events that unfolded in its aftermath. Brace yourself for a suspenseful account of scandalous affairs, chaos, deceit, and treachery, as alliances shift and betrayals run rampant. Experience the dark side of power and politics, where heroes become villains and villains become heroes, in a deadly game played out in the shadows of Valletta.

A Real Mdina Game of Thrones: Worlds will collide!

Relive a Mdina Game of Thrones with our Medieval Tour and other Malta top attractions. Explore iconic filming locations inside mysterious Mdina and discover the real-life Maltese characters who battled for power, love, and survival. Experience the intrigue, betrayal, and unpredictability of medieval life that inspired the series, as you wander through the historic city's silent streets. With adultery, forced marriages, cunning characters, plots, invasions, and epic sieges, this tour is a must for any Game of Thrones fan.

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