Social Programme
Our social programme will help you make the most of your time in Malta. It is built around varied and exciting activities which give students more insight into the Maltese culture and way of life. We strongly believe that culture and leisure are an integral part of learning, and Malta offers many engaging and rewarding possibilities both for the young as well as for the mature. Moreover, these activities give you a chance to interact with fellow students and make new friends while practising your English.
While on a school-organised activity, students are accompanied by the school’s group leader and a fully licensed guide when visiting historical places such as the capital city of Valletta. Private transport is also organised by the school.
Here are a few examples of activities we offer:
Valletta By Night every Monday:
We will travel to Malta’s capital city Valletta and take a stroll along its streets whilst enjoying the peaceful and quiet atmosphere which contrasts to the hustle and bustle of the morning rush hours. We will start by visiting the beautiful Upper Barrakka Gardens where you can enjoy breath-taking views of the Grand Harbour and the Three Cities and continue to visit other major attractions and streets of the capital city. Throughout this walking tour you will be accompanied by a guide who will explain the history of each major attraction as well as other historical facts which are not commonly found in your guidebooks. Price Euro 17
Time: 19:30 – 20:00
Marcopolo Rooftop Party every Tuesday night at 9pm:
A great evening at one of the best rooftop clubs in St Julian’s, only 12 minutes’ walk from GSE. A nice meet up for GSE students every Tuesday night! Only Euro 6 per ticket from GSE school reception desk.
Every Wednesday Mdina & Ta’ Qali Crafts Village & Dingli Cliffs (HALF DAY TOUR)
We will start our afternoon trip by visiting the crafts village where you will be able to watch Maltese craftsmen manufacture traditional crafts such as silver filigree, glass blowing, stone carving and lace making as well as buy your Maltese souvenir. We will then proceed to visit Mdina – Malta’s old capital city and after Dingli Cliffs with beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea and Filfla overlooking St Mary Magdalene Chapel on the Cliffs . You will have some free time to enjoy the breathtaking views from the bastions in Mdina as well. Price Euro 19
Time: 15:00 – 18:15
Every Thursday – The Three Cities (HALF DAY TOUR)
We will travel to the region known as Cottonera (The Three Cities) which is located across the harbour from Valletta. We will start our guided tour visiting Senglea (one of the three cities) after which we will visit the other city known as Vittoriosa. We will cross by a traditional Maltese boat known as id Dghajsa from one city to the other. Boat trip price included. Whilst in Vittoriosa we will walk along the beautiful Cottonera Waterfront and Yacht Marina where you will be able to enjoy the beautiful views of the Grand Harbour surrounded by its bastions and fortifications. Price Euro 19
Time: 15:00 – 18:30
Every Saturday Gozo and Comino (FULL DAY TOUR)
We will take the private transport from school to the ferry and cross by Gozo Channel Ferry to Gozo. While in Gozo we will visit the former Azure Window site, Citadella (Gozo’s old fortified capital), and Victoria – the new capital city. We then take the boat to Comino where we will spend the afternoon enjoying the cool and crystal clear waters of the famed Blue Lagoon. On the way back to Malta we will also visit various caves. Ferry tickets, transport in Gozo and Comino boat trips all included. Food is not included. An adventure not to be missed! Price Euro 45
Time: 8:30 – 17:00
Every Sunday Marsaxlokk, Blue Grotto and St Peter’s Pool (FULL DAY TOUR)
A full day trip visiting the fishin village of Marsaxlokk, then going to St Peter’s Pool , a beautiful rocky beach in the South East of Malta and then proceeding to visit another beautiful village by the sea known as Blue Grotto where you can take the boat trip to the famous grotto. Boat trip not included. Price Euro 19
Time: 10:00 – 17:00
GSE organizes other activities to major annual events taking place in Malta such as Notte Bianca, Birgu by Candlelight, BirguFest, Rolex Middlesea Yachting Race, the annual International Fireworks Festival at the Grand Harbour, Delicata and Marsovin Wine Festivals, Strawberry Festival at Mgarr, Casal Fornaro Bread Festival in Qormi, Medieval Mdina, Maritime Festivals and other events. We also organize ‘off the beaten track’ countryside walks such as Dingli Cliffs, Buskett Forest, Verdala Palace, Girgenti etc. These activities are announced on the same week they will be organised.