Visit the best of Albania in one week

Explore Albanian attractions in one week
tour duration
8 days
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HIGHLIGHTS

  • Tirana
  • Korça
  • Lake of Ohrid
  • Përmet
  • Saranda
  • Butrint
  • Ksamil
  • Blue Eye of Gjirokaster
  • Gjirokaster
  • Berat
  • Durres




8-Day Cultural and Historical Tour of Albania



Day 1: Arrival and Tirana/Kruja Exploration

Arrival at Tirana Airport


Meet and greet with the guide at the airport.

Transfer to Kruja, a town famously associated with Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg, Albania's national hero.

Kruja Castle Visit


Explore this medieval fortress, which played a crucial role in the Albanian resistance against the Ottomans.

Visit museums within the castle and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding area.

Lunch (Free time)


Afternoon: Tirana City Tour


Visit Skanderbeg Square, named in honor of the Albanian National Hero.

Walk along the Boulevard "Deshmoret e Kombit," passing important ministries and buildings.

End the tour at Mother Teresa Square.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Tirana


Day 2: Tirana to Korça via Pogradec

Breakfast at the hotel


Departure to Pogradec


First stop: The panoramic city of Pogradec, located by the ancient Lake Ohrid, one of the oldest lakes in the world.

Lunch (Free time)


Departure to Korça


Explore Korça, often referred to as the "Cradle of Albanian Culture."

Learn about its significance in the Albanian National Awakening and visit important cultural sites.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Korça


Day 3: Korça to Përmet

Breakfast at the hotel


Morning: Korça City Tour


Visit the old town of Korça.

Tour the first Albanian school, now a museum, which played a crucial role in Albanian literacy and education.

Departure to Përmet


Explore Përmet, known as the "City of Roses."

The town is located along the banks of the Vjosa River, one of Europe’s last wild rivers.

Lunch (Free time)


Accommodation: hotel in Përmet


Day 4: Përmet to Saranda via Gjirokastër

Breakfast at the hotel


Morning: Visit the Thermal Baths of Bënja


Enjoy the natural hot springs surrounded by mountains.

Visit the nearby Ottoman-era stone bridge, Ura e Kadiut.

Departure to Gjirokastër


Discover Gjirokastër, the "City of Stone" and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Explore the well-preserved Ottoman-era architecture and visit the city's iconic castle.

Lunch (Free time)


Evening: Arrival in Saranda


Enjoy the coastal charm of Saranda.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Saranda


Day 5: Saranda and Butrint Exploration

Breakfast at the hotel


Morning: Visit Butrint National Park


Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site with ruins from Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Venetian eras.

Afternoon: Ksamil Island Visit


Relax at Ksamil, known as the "Maldives of Europe."

Lunch (Free time)


Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Saranda


Day 6: Saranda to Berat via the Blue Eye

Breakfast at the hotel


Morning: Visit the Blue Eye


Explore this natural spring known for its deep blue and turquoise waters.

Departure to Berat


Explore Berat, the "City of a Thousand Windows," a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved Ottoman architecture.

Evening: Arrival in Berat


Accommodation and leisure time.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Berat


Day 7: Berat to Durrës

Breakfast at the hotel


Morning: Berat City Tour


Visit Berat’s old town and its historic castle.

Lunch (Free time)


Departure to Durrës


Explore Durrës, one of Albania's oldest cities.

Visit the Durrës Amphitheatre, a significant Roman site.

Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Durrës


Day 8: Departure

Breakfast at the hotel


Transfer to Tirana Airport


Departure and end of services.

This program provides a rich cultural and historical experience, blending visits to Albania's key historical sites with opportunities to enjoy its natural beauty and local hospitality.

Additional Information

This is a tour organized only for groups. It has a minimum of 20 people to get confirmed.

included
Included in the price
  • Transport
  • Guide
  • 7- nights in hotel 4*
  • 7 breakfasts
  • Tickets for the programmed visits
excluded
Excluded from the price
  • Flights
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Anything not mentioned in ''Included''
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