Albanian Highlights - UNESCO sites, Nature and Food Tour
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Immerse yourself in the natural and historical wonders of Albania on this tour. Visit UNESCO sites, explore stunning nature, indulge in local food, and meet locals living inside a castle.
Duration: 6 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Tirana Highlights Overnight Durres

Tirana - Meet your tour guide in the morning to explore Tirana’s highlights. Stroll through the city center and discover the architecture and history of Scanderbeg Square. Visit the old mosque in the center, followed by the renowned Bunk’Art, a former communist bunker now serving as a museum where you can learn about Albania’s communist era. Walk through the famous Blok area, once home to important officials, now a lively spot filled with bars and nightclubs.

Durres - Transfer to Durres, the largest coastal city in Albania. Visit the famous amphitheater, the largest in the Balkans, and then head to the Archaeological Museum to learn more about ancient Durres. Enjoy a free evening to stroll along the pedestrian street near the Adriatic Sea.

Durres - Karavasta Lagoon - Berat

Karavasta Lagoon - Meet your tour guide and transfer to Karavasta, the largest lagoon in Albania, home to many endemic species, including the famous Dalmatian Pelican. Visit the lagoon’s information center to learn about the region’s flora and fauna. Take a boat trip through the lagoon.

Berat - Transfer to the UNESCO city of Berat, renowned for its architecture. Many travelers consider it the most charming town in Albania. Visit its castle, built in the 4th century BC, and explore its most important monuments. Visit the Onufri Museum, which is also a church, to see old icons created by Albanian masters and learn about religious art and tolerance. Enjoy lunch with a local family living in the castle. Spend the afternoon walking through the old town areas of Mangalem and Gorica.

Osum Canyon and Bogove Waterfall

Poliçan - Meet your tour guide in the morning and transfer towards Osum Canyon. Stop in Poliçan, a small town founded during the communist era to produce weapons. View the weapon factory from a distance and learn from your guide about the town’s communist and present-day history.

Osum Canyon (Kanioni i Osumit) - This is the largest canyon in Albania, often referred to as Albania’s Colorado. It’s one of the most fascinating attractions in southern Albania. Stop at various viewpoints and walk around the canyon. If you wish, you can take a short exploration and swim in the canyon.

Bogove Waterfall - On the way back to Berat, stop in Bogove, a small village known for its natural beauty and waterfall. Walk through the national park, one of the largest in the region, and enjoy the views of the stream from the waterfall. Visit the waterfall to refresh yourself with its cool waters or take a swim. Transfer back to Berat.

Roshnik Village - Transfer to Berat and check into your hotel. Take some time to relax. Then, transfer to Roshnik village, a 20-minute drive from Berat. This region is famous for its food and wine. Enjoy dinner with local cuisine at an agro-farm.

Berat - Gjirokaster - Sarande

Gjirokaster - Meet your tour guide and transfer to the UNESCO town of Gjirokaster, known for its castle and bazaar. This town is a source of pride for Albania. Walk through the bazaar and learn about the town’s architecture and history. Have lunch in Gjirokaster before transferring to Sarande.

The Blue Eye - On the way to Sarande, visit the Blue Eye, a fascinating natural park in the south known for its spring.

Sarande - Transfer to Sarande and check into your hotel. Enjoy a free evening to walk along the famous pedestrian street.

Sarande - Blue Eye - Vlore

Butrint National Park - Meet your tour guide in the morning and transfer to Butrint, one of Albania’s most important archaeological and natural sites. Visit the ancient ruins of Butrint, take your time to capture the best photos, and enjoy the views.

Porto Palermo - Drive towards Vlore along the famous Albanian Riviera, one of the most scenic drives in Albania, filled with stunning views and old villages. Stop at several viewpoints and visit the famous Porto Palermo Castle.

Llogara Pass - Drive through the Llogara Pass, which is 1,091 meters above sea level. The views are spectacular. Have lunch at a restaurant overlooking the Ionian Sea before transferring to Vlore.

Vlore - Arrive in Vlore and check into your hotel. Enjoy a free evening to walk along the Ionian coast.

Vlore - Zvernec Island - Apollonia (Drop Off)

Zvernec - Meet your tour guide in the morning and transfer to Zvernec Island, located in the Narta Lagoon. This region is home to flamingos and Dalmatian pelicans. Visit the monastery and enjoy the natural surroundings.

Apollonia Archaeological Park - Transfer to Apollonia, an ancient town in Albania. Visit the ancient ruins of Apollonia and its monastery. Learn about its historical significance during antiquity and its decline.

Tirana - Transfer to Tirana and drop off at your hotel or another destination. End of our service.

What's Included
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses
  • Drinks
Additional Information

Discover the scenic and historical wonders of Albania. Embark on a journey to world heritage sites such as Berat, Gjirokaster, and Butrint. Examine the southern nature including the Osum Canyon and the renowned riviera. Savour regional cuisine and wine, meet a local family residing within the Berat castle. Stroll through the natural parks of Bogove and Butrint while basking in the picturesque sights of Roshnik village, situated in Berat

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Rtmwc
Nov 27, 2023
Unbelievably special! - Zeni made our trip into the history, geography, culture and cuisine of Albania unbelievably precious. He gave us a gift that we will always treasure. Thank you, Zeni 🤩
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Ruthh272
Oct 9, 2023
Amazing Albanian North and South Tour - We had the privilege of an outstanding private tour guide Zeni through Visit Albania’s trip ‘Outstanding Highlights of Albania: North to South’. He spoke perfect English, was courteous and considerate at all times, was very knowledgeable and a careful driver. He showed us the very best of everywhere we visited on the tour and took us to fantastic family run restaurants where food and drinks were truly delicious. We were delighted with the hotels chosen for us. Zeni enjoyed our sense of humour and we really enjoyed his! We fell in love with the beauty, history and people of Albania largely due to Zeni’s excellent guidance and tour management
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Julizw
Aug 3, 2023
Albania tour - We traveled with a large group of 30 woman. We seen a lot of Albania and did amazing things. For 10 days we had a very good guide who told us many of interesting things. I would do it again!
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893pienk
Jul 27, 2023
Amazing trip - Zeni was an amazing tourguide. We had a lot of fun with the group and it was an amazing trip. Definitly will bouk the trip again!
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Wietskedb
Jul 26, 2023
Vacation Albania with Zeni - We had the best time with our guide Zeni. He made sure we had an amazing experience during our 10 day vacation in Albania with 30 girls. Definitely would recommend, 10/10!!!!!!!
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Yasmeea2023
Jul 26, 2023
Zeni is the best tour guide - It was amazing. Zeni knew a lot about the country and he was very sweet and he has shown us the most amazing things. He was protective and so fun. Would definitely recommend him as tourguide!!!
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Tourist46314965373
Jul 26, 2023
Amazing 10 day trip - We did a 10 day trip in Albania with our guide Zeni. It was an amazing experience and everything was perfectly organized. Would definitely recommend!!
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29liekeb
Jul 26, 2023
Albania tour - The tour Gide Zeni was very nice and showed a lot of beautiful places! He knew a lot of interesting things and we had a lot of fun
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Sjoukjeharmsen
Jul 26, 2023
Amazing girlstrip - It was amazing to explore Albania. Our tour guide Zeni made the tour even more fun. He was very sweet and arranged everything for us. Beautiful country.
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O3532kxdaniellel
Jul 26, 2023
Amazing trip with the best tourguide - It was So much fun. The activities were amazing and we were held company by the best guide zeni. I would totally recommand the Organization and places.
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