8 Days/7 Nights Albania Classic Tour from North to South
Highlights
Tirana, Shkoder, Kruje
cultural, historical, sightseeing
Private Tour
8 Days
Medium
Arabic, English, Italian, Spanish
Languages
Arabic, English, Italian, Spanish
Description
Immerse on a journey through Albania's rich history and stunning landscapes. Explore Kruja's medieval castle and Skanderbeg Museum from Tirana before venturing to Shkodra. Discover ancient sites like Rozafa Castle and the Ottoman Bridge, then continue south to Durres, known for its Roman amphitheatre and scenic beaches. Traverse to Vlore, visiting Ardenica Monastery and Muradie Mosque, before reaching Saranda for Butrint's archaeological marvels and Gjirokaster's Ottoman charm. Conclude in Berat with its iconic Citadel and Onufri Museum, then return to Tirana for cultural landmarks and a scenic cable car ride atop Mount Daiti.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Tirana - Kruje - Shkodra
- We will start our day at Tirana Airport and continue to Kruja, a city blending nature and history.
- Visit Kruja's landmarks: the castle, Skanderbeg Museum, and the Art Museum.
- Enjoy an Albanian-style lunch with a stunning mountain view. Then, explore a local market for natural and handmade products, purchase gifts, and capture memorable photos.
- Continue our journey to the beautiful and enchanting city of Shkodra.
- Head to the hotel for relaxation and an overnight stay.
Overnight to Shkoder.
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Day 2: Shkodra - Durres
- After Breakfast, we continue our first visit to Rozafa Castle. We will visit the Ottoman bridge, built around 1770 by Kara Mahmud Bushati, the local Ottoman pasha. The elegant main span measures 13m. The Kiri River it crosses has incredibly blue, clear mountain water.
- Then, we visit Shkodra Lake and the famous Viennese mask factory on the city's famous pedestrian road.
- Enjoy an Albanian-style lunch with a stunning mountain view.
- Continue our journey to Durres city. Head to the hotel for relaxation and an overnight stay.
Overnight in Durres.
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Day 3: Durres - Vlore
- After breakfast, we will visit the city of Durres, which combines history and coastal nature. In Durres, we will visit Durres Castle, Greek Theater, Byzantine Market, and The Tower.
- After the historical tour, we will enjoy the Adriatic Sea on the beaches of Durres and its various activities.
- We continue our journey to Vlore City and visit the Monastery of Ardenica on the way. The monastery's Church of Saint Mary contains frescos by brothers Kostandin and Athanas Zografi.
- We head to Vlore and visit the city, including the old Muradie Mosque, the main square monument, etc.
Overnight to Vlore.
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Day 4: Vlore - Saranda
- After Breakfast, we head to Saranda, passing the beautiful scenery of the Albanian coast.
- We visit the Ali Pasha Castle and head to Saranda on the way.
- Visit the Butrint archaeological site (Unesco Site), Ksamil Beach.
- After lunch, relax day.
Overnight to Saranda.
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Day 5: Saranda - Gjirokaster
- We will head to Gjirokaster City, where we will visit the Blue Eye Spring, Gjirokastra Bazaar, Old Town and Gjirokaster Castle.
- We will also visit Zekate House, Skenduli House, and Rruga Sokaku i Te Mareve.
- Enjoy an Albanian-style lunch.
- Head to the hotel for relaxation and an overnight stay.
Overnight in Gjirokaster.
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Day 6: Gjirokaster - Berat
- After breakfast, we proceed to another UNESCO town—Berat—proud of Albanian antiquity and architecture. Berat forms a wonderful combination of Eastern and Western cultures, costumes and traditions. The architecture of the old houses, with large windows overlooking the town, is the first thing that impresses visitors.
- Visit the Citadel. It overlooks the river, the modern city, and the old Christian quarter across the river. The citadel, which is still inhabited, can be reached via a steep road. Inside the citadel, we visit the iconographic museum Onufri, which has paintings from the 16th century by the famous orthodox painter Onufri.
Traditional lunch can be organized in a local restaurant inside the castle
Overnight to Berat.
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Day 7: Berat - Tirana
- After breakfast, we will head to the heart of the capital and its most important square (Skenderbeg Square), where we will visit the secret tunnels, the clock tower, the National Museum, the Adham Bey Mosque, the Opera, and the Tirana Cloud.
- Then, we head to the longest cable car line in the Balkans, which takes 20 minutes to reach the top of Mount Daiti, the highest peak of the mountain.
- In Dajti, you can enjoy many different activities, such as (ziplining, horse riding, adventure forest, golf, and shooting).
- Finally, we enjoy delicious food with an open view from one of the capital's highest peaks, Mount Tirana.
- Head to the hotel to rest and prepare for the next day.
Overnight in Tirana.
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Day 8: Tirana Airport
- After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing day. Depending on your flight, we head to Tirana Airport. We hope to see you again and hope the journey brings you joy and satisfaction.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price
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1 to 4 | /person |
This is a private tour |