Day 1: Arrival in Valletta & Ferry to Gozo

Your adventure begins in the historic harbour of Valletta, Malta’s stunning capital overlooking the Mediterranean.
We’ll meet by 6.30 PM in the evening at Valletta Harbour, where the group will gather before boarding the ferry to the island of Gozo. Travel time: about 45 minutes. As the boat leaves the Grand Harbour behind, enjoy spectacular views of Malta’s fortified coastline and the open Mediterranean ahead.
After arriving in Gozo, we’ll transfer to our hotel to check in and settle into island life. In the evening, runners can join an optional easy 7–10 km shakeout run, a relaxed way to stretch the legs and explore the Ghajnsielem village.
We’ll finish the day with a welcome dinner, sharing great local food and getting ready for the trail running adventures ahead. The perfect start to your Run the Island – XTERRA Malta experience.

Day 2: Race Day: XTERRA Trail Run Gozo

Today is race day — the highlight of the Run the Island experience.
After breakfast, we’ll head to the start area of the XTERRA Trail Run, where the energy builds as runners gather for one of Malta’s most spectacular trail races. The course winds through Gozo’s rugged landscapes, following coastal cliffs, rocky paths, and scenic countryside trails overlooking the deep blue Mediterranean.
Expect a challenging and rewarding route that showcases the island’s wild beauty — dramatic views, technical sections, and the unforgettable atmosphere that makes XTERRA events so special.
After crossing the finish line and celebrating your achievement, we’ll enjoy a well-earned local lunch, sharing race stories and soaking in the relaxed island vibe.
The afternoon is yours to relax, recover, or explore Gozo, before regrouping in the evening for a celebratory dinner — the perfect way to toast an incredible XTERRA race day.

 Day 3: Coastal Trail Adventure Run

Today we explore Malta’s spectacular coastline with a scenic trail run across the island. The run starts near the Cirkewwa Ferry Terminal and follows coastal trails and countryside paths south across the island, finishing at the dramatic cliffs of Dingli.
Distance: 19–23 km depending on route options.
Highlights: Mediterranean cliff views, coastal trail sections, views of Popeye Village, and an optional café stop along the route.
After the run we’ll head to the Blue Grotto area for a well-earned lunch, located just 6 km from Malta International Airport.
In the afternoon you can relax or explore nearby highlights such as Rabat or the historic St. Paul’s Catacombs.
In the evening we’ll meet again for a group dinner at a local restaurant in Rabat, sharing stories from the day’s run and enjoying Malta’s great food.

Day 4: Morning Run & Departure

We start the final day with a relaxed morning run from Dingli to Żurrieq, following scenic coastal paths along Malta’s dramatic southern cliffs.
Distance: 11.7 km
Run time: about 75–80 minutes at an easy pace.
It’s the perfect final run of the trip, with beautiful sunrise views over the Mediterranean and a relaxed pace to enjoy the last kilometers together.
After the run we’ll stop at a local café for coffee and breakfast, soaking in the atmosphere before the journey home.
Around midday we’ll head to the Blue Grotto area for lunch, located just 6 km from Malta International Airport.
After lunch, transportation will take runners directly to the airport for afternoon or evening flights. You’ll leave with tired legs, a happy heart, and memories of an unforgettable run across Malta — from Xwejni, Gozo to Malta’s Airport.