The Temples of Megalithic Malta and Gozo
Equinox Tour - March 16th - 23rd 2026 Explore the ancient sites of Malta and Gozo on this unique tour visiting all the major temples, cart-ruts, underground Hypogeums, dolmens, private access visits including exclusive Equinox morning sunrise at aligned temple and other mysteries with author and co-founder of Megalithomania, and regular guest on 'Ancient Aliens' Hugh Newman and researcher and symbolist, JJ Ainsworth. We will be staying in the 4-star DoubleTree by Hilton Malta in Buggiba where an ancient Neolithic temple is located on its grounds. All breakfasts and dinners (including all drinks!) are included (half-board). |
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Hugh Newman is an explorer, megalithomaniac and author of Göbekli Tepe and Karahan Tepe: The World's First Megaliths (Wooden Books, October 2023), Earth Grids: The Secret Pattern of Gaia’s Sacred Sites (2008), Stone Circles (2017) and co-author of Giants on Record (2015), Megalith: Studies in Stone (2018), Geomancy (2021) and The Giants of Stonehenge and Ancient Britain (2021). He has been a regular guest on History Channel’s Ancient Aliens and numerous other TV shows. He lives very close to Stonehenge.
Jj Ainsworth is a researcher and explorer based in the US, who is an expert on ancient symbolism and connections between sites worldwide. She has featured on numerous podcasts, has published articles on www.ancient-origins.net and www.grahamhancock.com and presented at conferences in the UK and US.
Itinerary/Hotel - subject to change
Day 1 - 16th MarchMeet and Greet at MIA (Malta International Airport). Airport transfer to DoubleTree by Hilton Malta. Welcome meeting and lecture, followed by Dinner and drinks (included). D.
Valletta walking tour from the Upper Barrakka Gardens to St John’s Co-Cathedral (internal visit) and Museum of Archaeology to see some of the most important artifacts discovered in Malta. Lunch in Valetta (not included). Free afternoon to explore Valetta. B. D.
Day 3 - 18th March
Today we visit various cart- rut sites that are found all over Malta including San Pawl Cart Ruts and Tat-Targa Cart Ruts. We will also visit Skorba & Hagrat temples, Clapham Junction Cart Ruts and nearby Dingli Cliffs, where there are still more Cart ruts! Lunch in Mdina (not included). Mdina Medieval City walking tour. B. D.
Tarxien Temples, Hal Saflieni Hypogeum private visit for our group and Kordin Temple III private visit. Lunch nearby (not included). In the evening we have the option to visit the Festa of St Joseph in Rabat that has a very colourful and unique atmosphere. One of the few fiestas at this time of year. B. D.
Explore Gozo. Ferry ride in morning. Ggantija temples and visitor’s centre, Xaghra Circle (private access by appointment), Sansuna Dolmen, Citadel and free time for lunch, Victoria Monolith, Ta’ Cenc Cart Ruts & Dolmens. Ferry and drive back to hotel. Dinner included. B. D.
Day 6 - 21st March
A unique opportunity to see the morning sunrise at Mnajdra Temples for the Equinox with full private access exclusively for our group. We will continue Hagar Qim Temples & visitor’s centre (again, private access), followed by a trip to the Blue Grotto boat trip (weather permitting). The rest of the day is free to relax or explore on your own. Dinner included. B. D.
Day 7 - 22nd March
San Gwann Cart Ruts, Ghar Dalam Cave and Museum and Cart Ruts, St George’s Bay Cart Ruts that go directly into the water, suggesting a very early date. After lunch we visit Buggiba Temple is located within the grounds of our hotel, and today we will explore its mysteries and how a ley line, discovered by Hugh, connects with Sansuna Dolmen and Ggantija on Gozo. The rest of the afternoon is free for shopping, using the spa, or exploring on your own. Farewell dinner with the group at the hotel. B. D.
Departure Transfer from DoubleTree by Hilton to the airport. Bon voyage! B.
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Photo credit: Martin Gray - www.sacredsites.com and Wikipedia Commons, plus Hugh Newman's archive. Copyright H.Newman
Feedback from 'The Temples of Megalithic Malta' Tour 2025
"I have been on 5 Megalithomania Tours (Egypt, Stonehenge, Orkney Island, Eastern Turkey, and Malta, from which I just returned), and every single one has been exceptional in every way. The tours are well thought out and perfectly executed to see as much as possible with the time we have. All the tours are so well planned that you don't miss a thing, and each person is treated as a special guest. There are also special events like private viewings, music offerings and parties with the host country people that are not required but added as special treats for the guests, and always highly appreciated. The hosts, Hugh, JJ, sometimes Andrew Collins, and others, make our trip informative, safe, and fun. They look after everyone and are well prepared for any eventuality, as well as being great people who succeed in creating a wonderful environment for us travelers, keeping up spirits and always ready for a laugh. I need to walk with a cane, so whenever I am thinking about a tour, I ask Hugh if he thinks I can do it, and he is always honest with me, telling me if it would be too much for me, instead of just saying "Sure, sign up". I appreciate this honesty and integrity, it tells a lot about the character of the people in charge. I trust them, and that is a basic necessity on any tour. The guides are unfailingly top notch, super well informed, and happy to go out of their way to answer any questions we may have. The hotels have always been top rate and the meals included have always been abundant and delicious. I have never had a problem on these tours, even though I walk with a cane. Hugh or one of my fellow travelers has always been there to help me across bumpy terrain or big stairs. Which brings me to the best part, the fellow travelers. Never fail, the people that are attracted by these tours are always well informed, intelligent, super friendly and just plain fun. I can't say how much we laughed on every tour, but we also learned a lot! Fellow travelers make lasting friendships due to the very close relationships fostered by mutual curiosity and camaraderie. I hope I have made it clear that I can not say enough good things about Megalithomania, the people and the tours. For me, This is the best way to travel, see new things and have a wonderful time to boot! So even if you don't care about " a bunch of rocks", you are guaranteed a wonderful trip, great company and insightful views of a new land."
- Mary Jo Spirito, Italy/USA
"This was my 4th trip with Megalithomania, and frankly, it was the best one yet." - Colleen McGuire, USA
"Another unforgettable experience with Megalithomania, this time to Malta, home of some of the oldest man-made structures on Earth. Including the enigmatic cart ruts, which we visited in many locations on mountains, over cliffs and into the se. A disparate group of curious explorers from all over the globe were conglomerated into a rock-hard cadre of adventuring friends in just a few hours. Making the trips to museums, castles, temples and CART-RUTS (more accurately parallel grooves) all the more enjoyable and intriguing. Well done Megateam, the local guides were first-rate as was the accommodation, food, support and transportation. The evening lectures were entertaining, forward-thinking and engaging, everyone joined in, well done Hugh and JJ. Can't get this anywhere else. Don't waste time with ordinary tours. Looking forward to the next trip."
- Hugh and Rebecca, UK
"Thank you, everyone, for a fabulous induction into Megalithomania. We loved every minute of being part of such a great group of people. A very big thank you to Hugh, JJ, Joan, Chris, and Henry (who took us to the Hypogeum) for making it all happen. We're looking forward to meeting up again on more Megalthomania tours. And having lots more online discussions in the interim about cart ruts!" - Martin and Sue, USA
"Thank you to everyone on the Megalithomania tour for a fabulous adventure in Malta. It was great fun and very inspirational and informative. Joan's deep knowledge and love of her homeland is infectious. Thank you to Hugh and JJ for all their support and great leadership. Hopefully see some of you on future Megalithic journeys." - Anne Soppet, USA
"Hugh, thank you so much for leading this amazing tour and in the process pulling together the most amazing group of people! I enjoyed meeting every one of you and look forward to seeing you out there again!" - Janine Beaudette, USA
"Just wanted to thank everyone for teaching me and guiding me this week. As I newbie, I always felt welcome in the group. Many great conversations with you all. So grateful for such a wonderful group of stellar free thinkers! I look forward to doing this again to learn more. What a fun journey!! Thank you! " - Dan Cox, USA
Feedback from Malta and Gozo Tour 2024
"This was my second trip with Megalithomania. Each of them left unforgettable memories. I usually travel around the world alone - that's what I like the most, but trips with Hugh and JJ are not only filled with a lot of knowledge and visited places, but also a lot of laughter and good humor. Moreover, all the people who take part in these expeditions are keenly interested in ancient history, so in your free time you can engage in very interesting conversations. The technical organization is always exemplary. - Bernadetta - Poland/England
"Thank you all for another fabulous vacation adventure. Wish we had a lot more time!!!! We appreciate what you do and are looking forward to the next time we can get together!! - Mark Belotti, USA
"It’s been awesome and thanks again for great company and another unforgettable adventure in the world’s mysteries." - Peter Bugg, UK
