Itinerary

Day 1: Tirane - Kruje - Shkoder

We will proceed on our journey to Kruja Known as the home of the national hero Gjergj Kastriot Skanderbeg. The hero’s castle, along with the museum located within it, is one of the most valued monuments and architectural complexes in the country.

Walk Through the Old Bazaar of Kruja. As the most famous bazaar in the country, this place merits an immediate visit! In the dozens of shops and boutiques lined up in the streets. You can find Countless traditional functional and artistic objects such as carpets, furniture, silverware, copper plates, and ornaments, as well as many other souvenirs.

Head north to Shkoder, one of the oldest cities in Europe (approximately 2 hours). Upon arrival, head out on a walk with your tour leader along the Pjaca – the main pedestrian street – lined with 19th-century architecture.

Later head north of the city to visit the Venetian-era Rozafa Castle, set high on a mountain with panoramic views of the Albanian countryside.

Free evening

Including 

 

Day 2: Shkoder- Berat

Head to Berat one of the most interesting cities in Albania

Visit Berat Castle castle the pride and joy of the city of Berat. Step into a traditional house of a local family to taste Turkish café and Gliko. The most striking thing about this castle is that, unlike any other ancient castle, life inside its ancient walls continues to this day!

Take a walk in Berat below its own town with houses, bars, and restaurants, surrounded by an especially lush landscape that breathes even more life into this mythical place.

Take your time to walk at the New bridge and enjoy the views of Mangalem and Gorica – UNESCO QUARTERS.

Free evening

 

Day 3: Berat - Apolloni - Gjirokaster

Experience the Greatness of Antiquity. If we could choose the one place where you will have your most memorable encounter with history in Albania, it would have to be the ancient city of Apollonia founded in the sixth century B.C. You will visit the Monastery and the Church of St. Mary along with the Archaeological Museum located inside the monastery, adding yet another layer of history, architecture, and culture to the Park.

Head south to Gjirokastra One of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. This gorgeous carefully preserved peculiar-looking city is built on steep slopes where stone-roofed houses seem to be built on top of one another.  Enjoy beautiful traditional houses and the city’s famous limestone and shale-paved roads. The city houses the Castle of Gjirokastra, one of the oldest in the Balkans where you will step in with the tour leader.

Take your time to walk through The Gjirokastra Bazaar who lies long beneath the castle walls, with its cobblestoned streets, medieval facades, and an array of wonderfully handcrafted gifts.

Built over 500 years ago, the Gjirokastra Bazaar is one of the eight oldest districts of Gjirokaster.

Free evening.

Including 

  • Entrance fee for Gjirokastra Castle
  • Apollonia
Day 4: Gjirokaster - Butrint - Ksamil - Sarande

Head south in Saranda – This quintessential coastal city beams under the rays of endless sun and its reflection from its crystal-clear turquoise waters. Located on the Ionian coast, the city has many of its own wonderful beaches.

Drive Only a few kilometers away to the ancient city of Butrint, one of the most well-preserved in the Balkans and one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. Within the National Park of Butrint, you will find the ruins of the Greek and Roman past, including a functional open theater.

After Butrint we head to The nearby islands of Ksamil a top destination in many international travel lists while Albania’s own tropical paradise. Take your time to enjoy a drink or to swim in the crystal waters of the Ionian sea.

Free evening in Saranda.

Including 

  • Entrance fee for Butrint
Day 5: Sarande - Albanian Riviera - Vlore

Head through the Albanian Riviera and take a hike to Borsh castle. Situated at about 500 meters above sea level it offers great views of the mountains and the Ionian coast. The ancient Castle, which also hosts the only mosque on the Riviera, will give you the chance to enjoy stunning panoramas as you immerse yourself in its rich history.

Head North  The Porto Palermo Castle which is known as the crown jewel of the Albanian Riviera! Built on the hill of an island, connected to the shore via a narrow man-made strip of land. The castle was built in 1814 at the request of Ali Pashë Tepelena, after the destruction of Justinian’s castle. Take your time to swim at the Beach close to the castle and drive to Vlore.Free evening in Vlore.

Including 

  • Entrance fee for Porto Palermo
Day 6: Vlore - Zvernec - Karavasta Lagoon - Tirane

Drive a few miles from Vlora to Zvernec Island. Covered in pines, this small gorgeous island off the coast of Vlora can be reached by walking along a 270- meter-long bridge, offering the visitor a one-of-a-kind experience with nature. Famous for its stunning forest of tall pines extending along nine hectares of land, the fairly small island also hosts the well-preserved 13th-century byzantine Monastery of St. Mary. 

Head to Karavasta Lagoon the biggest in Albania take a boat trip ( subject to availability not always possible ) Visit the tower of the Lagoon then depart to Tirana Via Durres.

Free evening in Tirana.

Including 

  • Entrance fee for Ardenica Monastery
  • Entrance fee for Divjaka Park
Day 7: Tirana Walking tour & Petrela Castle

The last day depends on your schedule – we can make your transfer to Airport. If you have time we will proceed with: Guided tour around town step into Bunk’Art  2 – A previous time Anti-Nuclear bunker and now a historical place to visit.

Walk in Skanderbeg Square – A vast square with communist-era buildings all around, Pazari I Ri – New Market square, Orthodox Autocephalous Church of Albania. Drive a few minutes away to Petrela  castle

Return to Tirana.

End of our service.

Including 

  • Entrance fee Bunk Art
  • Entrance fee Petrela Castle
Included / Excluded / Addtional info

Included 

  • Accommodation -Twin or double room Accommodation:4 * Hotel +Breakfast
  • English Tour Leader
  • Entrance fees and taxes (Please note: Sights and Museums are closed on Mondays and on National Fest. Our tour operator is not responsible for not visiting the sight due to the Holidays)
  • Pick up and Drop off in Tirana
  • Transport Ac Vehicle per all program

Excluded

  • Lunch Dinner
  • Personal expenses

Additional 

  • Pick up Airport
  • Hb or Fb
  • Local Tour Guides

We can end this tour on day 6 – Opportunity to make a 6 day tour

  • This is a private tour

Have more questions? Contact us 

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    Itinerary

    Day 1: Tirane - Kruje - Shkoder

    We will proceed on our journey to Kruja Known as the home of the national hero Gjergj Kastriot Skanderbeg. The hero’s castle, along with the museum located within it, is one of the most valued monuments and architectural complexes in the country.

    Walk Through the Old Bazaar of Kruja. As the most famous bazaar in the country, this place merits an immediate visit! In the dozens of shops and boutiques lined up in the streets. You can find Countless traditional functional and artistic objects such as carpets, furniture, silverware, copper plates, and ornaments, as well as many other souvenirs.

    Head north to Shkoder, one of the oldest cities in Europe (approximately 2 hours). Upon arrival, head out on a walk with your tour leader along the Pjaca – the main pedestrian street – lined with 19th-century architecture.

    Later head north of the city to visit the Venetian-era Rozafa Castle, set high on a mountain with panoramic views of the Albanian countryside.

    Free evening

    Including 

     

    Day 2: Shkoder- Berat

    Head to Berat one of the most interesting cities in Albania

    Visit Berat Castle castle the pride and joy of the city of Berat. Step into a traditional house of a local family to taste Turkish café and Gliko. The most striking thing about this castle is that, unlike any other ancient castle, life inside its ancient walls continues to this day!

    Take a walk in Berat below its own town with houses, bars, and restaurants, surrounded by an especially lush landscape that breathes even more life into this mythical place.

    Take your time to walk at the New bridge and enjoy the views of Mangalem and Gorica – UNESCO QUARTERS.

    Free evening

     

    Day 3: Berat - Apolloni - Gjirokaster

    Experience the Greatness of Antiquity. If we could choose the one place where you will have your most memorable encounter with history in Albania, it would have to be the ancient city of Apollonia founded in the sixth century B.C. You will visit the Monastery and the Church of St. Mary along with the Archaeological Museum located inside the monastery, adding yet another layer of history, architecture, and culture to the Park.

    Head south to Gjirokastra One of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. This gorgeous carefully preserved peculiar-looking city is built on steep slopes where stone-roofed houses seem to be built on top of one another.  Enjoy beautiful traditional houses and the city’s famous limestone and shale-paved roads. The city houses the Castle of Gjirokastra, one of the oldest in the Balkans where you will step in with the tour leader.

    Take your time to walk through The Gjirokastra Bazaar who lies long beneath the castle walls, with its cobblestoned streets, medieval facades, and an array of wonderfully handcrafted gifts.

    Built over 500 years ago, the Gjirokastra Bazaar is one of the eight oldest districts of Gjirokaster.

    Free evening.

    Including 

    • Entrance fee for Gjirokastra Castle
    • Apollonia
    Day 4: Gjirokaster - Butrint - Ksamil - Sarande

    Head south in Saranda – This quintessential coastal city beams under the rays of endless sun and its reflection from its crystal-clear turquoise waters. Located on the Ionian coast, the city has many of its own wonderful beaches.

    Drive Only a few kilometers away to the ancient city of Butrint, one of the most well-preserved in the Balkans and one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. Within the National Park of Butrint, you will find the ruins of the Greek and Roman past, including a functional open theater.

    After Butrint we head to The nearby islands of Ksamil a top destination in many international travel lists while Albania’s own tropical paradise. Take your time to enjoy a drink or to swim in the crystal waters of the Ionian sea.

    Free evening in Saranda.

    Including 

    • Entrance fee for Butrint
    Day 5: Sarande - Albanian Riviera - Vlore

    Head through the Albanian Riviera and take a hike to Borsh castle. Situated at about 500 meters above sea level it offers great views of the mountains and the Ionian coast. The ancient Castle, which also hosts the only mosque on the Riviera, will give you the chance to enjoy stunning panoramas as you immerse yourself in its rich history.

    Head North  The Porto Palermo Castle which is known as the crown jewel of the Albanian Riviera! Built on the hill of an island, connected to the shore via a narrow man-made strip of land. The castle was built in 1814 at the request of Ali Pashë Tepelena, after the destruction of Justinian’s castle. Take your time to swim at the Beach close to the castle and drive to Vlore.Free evening in Vlore.

    Including 

    • Entrance fee for Porto Palermo
    Day 6: Vlore - Zvernec - Karavasta Lagoon - Tirane

    Drive a few miles from Vlora to Zvernec Island. Covered in pines, this small gorgeous island off the coast of Vlora can be reached by walking along a 270- meter-long bridge, offering the visitor a one-of-a-kind experience with nature. Famous for its stunning forest of tall pines extending along nine hectares of land, the fairly small island also hosts the well-preserved 13th-century byzantine Monastery of St. Mary. 

    Head to Karavasta Lagoon the biggest in Albania take a boat trip ( subject to availability not always possible ) Visit the tower of the Lagoon then depart to Tirana Via Durres.

    Free evening in Tirana.

    Including 

    • Entrance fee for Ardenica Monastery
    • Entrance fee for Divjaka Park
    Day 7: Tirana Walking tour & Petrela Castle

    The last day depends on your schedule – we can make your transfer to Airport. If you have time we will proceed with: Guided tour around town step into Bunk’Art  2 – A previous time Anti-Nuclear bunker and now a historical place to visit.

    Walk in Skanderbeg Square – A vast square with communist-era buildings all around, Pazari I Ri – New Market square, Orthodox Autocephalous Church of Albania. Drive a few minutes away to Petrela  castle

    Return to Tirana.

    End of our service.

    Including 

    • Entrance fee Bunk Art
    • Entrance fee Petrela Castle
    Included / Excluded / Addtional info

    Included 

    • Accommodation -Twin or double room Accommodation:4 * Hotel +Breakfast
    • English Tour Leader
    • Entrance fees and taxes (Please note: Sights and Museums are closed on Mondays and on National Fest. Our tour operator is not responsible for not visiting the sight due to the Holidays)
    • Pick up and Drop off in Tirana
    • Transport Ac Vehicle per all program

    Excluded

    • Lunch Dinner
    • Personal expenses

    Additional 

    • Pick up Airport
    • Hb or Fb
    • Local Tour Guides

    We can end this tour on day 6 – Opportunity to make a 6 day tour

    • This is a private tour

    Have more questions? Contact us 

    Reviews

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