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Best of Albania – 6 days Multidays tour of Nature and Culture

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Best of Albania – 6 days Multidays tour of Nature and Culture

About this activity

This private tour is customized to brings the best of Albanian culture and heritage.During the tour, visits of the cities are fused with everyday life activities. In this way everyone is welcomed to live into fullest the Albanian Adventure.

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At a glance

Duration
6 days
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Go as Local

Ages: Adults (18–80 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Use of Kitchen facilities in cooking class
  • Included: Dinner
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: Breakfast
  • Included: Tour Guide

Not included

  • Not included: Lunches
  • Not included: Soft & Alcoholic Drinks

Itinerary

Day 1 · First Day Tirana - Kruje - Tirana

  1. Tirana

    one hour

    On the first day of the tour, we will introduce the capital city and also the largest and most vibrant city in Albania, Tirana. A walking tour around Tirana will give you a better idea of the country’s history and development.

  2. Bunk'Art 1

    Passing by

    As the main attraction in Tirana Bunkart cannot be left aside. A video museum exhibition situated inside the atomic bunker of the dictator Enver Hoxha, on the outskirts of Tirana. BUNK’ART 1 is dedicated to the history of the Albanian communist army and to the daily lives of Albanians during the regime

  3. Kruje

    2 hours

    The first stop will be, the Traditional Bazaar of Kruja. It resembles an old carnival where friendly locals invite you to have a look in their handicrafts. It is a vibrant mosaic of traditional motives, colors and warm hospitality. We will be welcomed in a local family Bar for a short break where we will have the chance to see how the locals had made their life in years.

  4. Kruja Castle

    2 hours Admission included

    We will make our way uphill, toward the Castle of Kruja. It is the Stronghold Symbol of the Albanian Resistance during the Ottoman Invasion. The 25 years war was successfully lead by the Albanian National Hero Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu. The same castle has been the center of the first Albanian state, “Principata e Arberit”, since the XII Century.

    In our tour to the castle, we will be able to visit some of the Bektashi Tekke, Turkish Hamman, and the Museum of Scanderbeg. Dedicated to the glorious figure of Skanderbeg, this museum sends us back in history and through historic dates and facts, we will try to understand the importance of his figure. Build in the Albanian Communist Days this museum is also influenced and indoctrinated by the dictated style of the Communist Party.

    Overnight in Tirana near the city center in order to give you the opportunity to have a taste of Tirana nightlife on your own.

Overnight in Tirana near the city center

Day 2 · Shkoder-Theth National Park

  1. Rozafa Castle

    one hour Admission included

    After we leave Tirana, we will head toward the North of Albania with the Castle of Rozafa as the first stop. Build over the top of a hill, overlooking position over the City, the Castle has played a crucial role in Albanian History dating from the Antiquity and the Iliryan – Roman Wars. Its building history is also connected with one of the most fascinating legends of Albanian Epos.

  2. Shkoder

    one hour

    When we have finished our visit to the Castle we will head down to the city of Shkoder. Famous for its typical architecture, sense of humor, and warm welcome, it has been one of the most important centers of Albania. Shkodra is also a city with high religious tolerance. At a short distance, we can find a Catholic Church, Orthodox Church, and Muslim Mosque next to each other.

    Walking tour in Shkoder in some of the most interesting parts of the city and famous “Pedonale”.

  3. Shkodra Lake

    one hour

    Driving through the history and culture of this city we will have the possibility to explore some picturesque views of Skadar lake and Shiroke. Lied by the Skadar lake, this part of the city is very often visited also for its own special cuisine and “Karp” fish specialties.

  4. Theth

    3 hours

    The tour heads then to Theth National park with glamorous mountain terrain covered in green and decorated with waterfalls and natural springs, where we will have a short hike to explore the untouched nature of Theth. After driving on a windy road we will reach Theth where we will be welcomed by a local family in their guesthouse.

Overnight in Theth

Day 3 · Theth - Durres - Berat

  1. Durres

    2 hours

    Be ready for leaving Theth at 09:00 and driving toward Durres. A city on the beach where we can enjoy some lovely seafood or have a swim if warm enough or brave enough. A lovely walk aside the sea on the main promenade and a visit to the ancient roman amphitheater.

  2. Berat

    2 hours

    We will leave Durres behind to head toward another city with great importance for Albanian History, Culture and Heritage. Being part of UNESCO World Heritage, Berat is known as a typical Ottoman Style City with a local blend of styles in architecture, With more than 20 centuries of history, it is a mosaic city of different cultures and influences.

    City Tour of Berat into its 3 typical neighborhoods “Kala”, “Mangalem” and “Gorica”.

    Visit at the Orthodox Monastery, “Dormitory of Saint Mary” and “Onufri” museum of Iconography.

Overnight in Berat

Day 4 · Berat - Sarande - Butrint - Gjirokaster

  1. Llogara Pass

    2 hours

    Drive along the amazing Albanian Riviera. Some free time along the coast of the Riviera and visits in typical villages and local restaurants to get introduced better to the local culture and heritage.

  2. Butrint National Park

    2 hours Admission included

    Part of the UNESCO heritage, Butrint is also the most important Archeologic site in Albania. The ancient Greek and later Roman city and bishopric in Epirus inhabited since prehistoric times. Visit in Butrint and the pretty Island of Ksamil.

  3. Gjirokaster

    2 hours

    After experiencing the golden Antiquity, we will go deeper into the Medieval times in stone, a mystic city like Gjirokastra. As Ismail Kadare (Albanian Writer) describes it, it is not a city like the rest. Under the solid, grey stone tiles and stones swarm the soft and vital flesh of life. City Tour of Gjirokastra along the typical cobblestone paths connecting the typical fortress-style houses. Overnight in the City.

Accommodation in Gjirokaster

Day 5 · Gjirokaster - Permet - Korce - Pogradec

  1. Permet

    2 hours

    We leave the city to drive deeper into the East and explore more. A short stop at Permet by the Vjosa River. Vjosa is still one of the very few wild rivers in Europe. On the other hand, Permet is the center of Albanian Slow Food and local gastronomy.

  2. Korce

    one hour

    Station will be in the city of Korca. Highly known for its Culture, where the first Albanian Schooled bloomed in 1887. Short walking tour of Korca.

Overnight in Pogradec

Day 6 · Pogradec -Tirane

  1. Pogradec

    3 hours

    Day Tour of Pogradec & Ohrid Lake to enjoy and relax in one of the oldest and deepest lakes in Europe. Known also as the “Favorite Holidays Place” of many kings and politicians, Pogradec has been the favorite holiday place of Enver Hoxha, the former Albanian Communist Leader. It is also where Constantine’s parents (Emperor of Byzant) spend most of the holidays.

  2. Driloni National Park

    2 hours

    In addition, the next destination will be the park of Drilon. Situated less than 5 Km from Pogradec this park has been the poetic muse of many poets and artists. The magnetic and relaxing atmosphere created by the shallow waters, swamps, and Willow trees make this place very romantic. It is not surprising seeing just married couples shooting their wedding albums there.

Overnight in Tirana

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Usually in the center .

End point

  • Usually in the center .

Pickup points

  • Hotel Virginia
  • Vila Prince D
  • Hotel Apollonia
  • Kla-Xhu Resort
  • Art Gallery Boutique Hotel
  • City Hotel Tirana
  • Metro Hotel Tirana
  • Hotel Hersol
  • Belux Hotel
  • Fjoard Hotel
  • Ambasador Hotel
  • Hotel Hermes T

and 52 more pickup points

Hotel Pick up on request

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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Good to know

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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