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7 Day Classic Albania Tour
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|7 Days, 10 Destinations |Starts from Tirana
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Duration
7 days

Max Group Size
45

Tour Code
7DCAT

Tour Type
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Departure Type
Scheduled

Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In
English

Physical level
easy

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Tour Overview

7 Day Classic Albania Tour ; Welcome to an unforgettable journey through Albania, a country rich in history, culture, and stunning landscapes! Over the next seven days, you will explore some of the most captivating destinations, from bustling urban centers to serene coastal towns and ancient archaeological sites.

Your adventure begins in Tirana, the vibrant capital, where modernity meets tradition. From there, you'll head to Shkodra, one of the oldest cities in Albania, known for its picturesque scenery and historical significance. The journey continues to Kruja, a town that played a crucial role in Albania’s resistance against Ottoman rule, featuring a majestic castle and charming bazaar.

Next, you'll visit the tranquil Ardenica Monastery before exploring the ancient ruins of Apollonia, where you’ll uncover the remnants of a once-thriving Roman city. The tour then takes you to the coastal city of Vlora, where the Adriatic and Ionian seas meet, offering stunning beaches and rich history.

A highlight of your trip is the visit to Butrint, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you can marvel at ancient ruins set against a backdrop of natural beauty. You'll also enjoy the coastal charm of Saranda, known for its crystal-clear waters and vibrant atmosphere.

As you venture into Gjirokastra, another UNESCO site, you'll be enchanted by its well-preserved Ottoman architecture and rich cultural heritage. Your journey wraps up in Berat, famous for its picturesque "city of a thousand windows," before concluding in the historic port city of Durres.

This 7-day tour promises a blend of historical exploration, cultural immersion, and breathtaking landscapes, allowing you to experience the best of Albania’s diverse offerings. Join us as we uncover the treasures of this beautiful Balkan gem!

Highlights

  • Tirana Skanderbeg Square: The central square featuring the statue of national hero Skanderbeg and surrounded by significant buildings. National History Museum: Explore Albania’s rich history through extensive exhibits. Et'hem Bey Mosque: A beautiful 18th-century mosque known for its stunning frescoes.
  • Shkodra Shkodra Castle: Climb to the top for panoramic views of the city and surrounding landscape. Museum of History: Learn about the history and culture of the region, including its role as a cultural center. Lake Shkodra: Enjoy scenic views and outdoor activities around the largest lake in the Balkans.
  • Kruja Kruja Castle: Visit the fortress that was the center of resistance against the Ottoman Empire, with beautiful views. Ethnographic Museum: Located in the former home of Skanderbeg, it showcases traditional Albanian life. Old Bazaar: Stroll through cobbled streets lined with shops selling traditional crafts and souvenirs.
  • Ardenica Ardenica Monastery: A historic monastery known for its beautiful frescoes and serene setting.
  • Apollonia Ancient Apollonia: Explore the archaeological site, including the ruins of a Roman amphitheater and the impressive Temple of Apollo. Apollonia Museum: Discover artifacts that highlight the site's significance in ancient history.
  • Vlora Independence Square: Visit the site where Albania declared independence in 1912. Uji i Ftohtë Beach: Relax at this beautiful beach known for its crystal-clear waters. Kuzum Baba Hill: Hike for stunning views of Vlora and the surrounding coastline.
  • Butrint (UNESCO) Butrint National Park: Explore this well-preserved ancient city with ruins from various civilizations, including the Greeks and Romans. Baptistery and Theater: Notable structures showcasing the city’s historical importance.
  • Saranda Saranda Beaches: Enjoy the beautiful sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters of the Ionian Sea. Lëkurësi Castle: Visit the castle for panoramic views of Saranda and the surrounding coast
  • Gjirokastra (UNESCO) Gjirokastra Castle: Explore this impressive fortress and its museums, including a weapons museum. Ethnographic Museum: Housed in the former home of the dictator Enver Hoxha, showcasing traditional Gjirokastrian life. Stone Houses: Admire the unique Ottoman-era architecture of this historic town.
  • Berat (UNESCO) Berat Castle: Wander through this ancient fortress and enjoy stunning views of the city. Onufri National Museum: Discover the works of the renowned painter Onufri and the rich religious history of the region. Mangalem Quarter: Explore the picturesque streets lined with well-preserved Ottoman houses. Durres Amphitheater of Durres: Visit one of the largest Roman amphitheaters in the Balkans, dating back to the 2nd century. Durres Beach: Relax on the sandy beaches and enjoy the vibrant seaside promenade. Archaeological Museum: Learn about the city’s ancient history and view a collection of artifacts.

Itinerary

• Pick up at Tirana airport and transfer to Hotel.
• Time permitting we will visit the National Historic Museum in Tirana offering an in depth introduction to Albanian history from prehistoric times to the present day and city highlights.
• Traditional Albanian restaurant suggestions for dinner will be given.Overnight in Tirana.

• Breakfast,drive to Shkodra the most important town of north Albania and the Illyrian capital, in the 3rd century BC.

• Visit Rozafa Castle from where spectacular views all around can be admired.

• Experience the supremacy the Illyrians would have feel over their enemies standing in such an imposing castle

• Marubi Photographic Museum with a selection of prints of negatives taken in starting from the second half of the 19th century till the 1900-s, illustrating the life of the population of the area in that period.

• Proceed to Kruja - the centre of Albanian resistance against the Turks under our national hero Scanderbeg.

• He kept them from crossing into Western Europe for 25 years, thus earning the title “Champion of Christ” given by the Pope of the time.

• We visit the Skanderbeg Museum, a very rich Ethnographic Museum and the Old Bazaar where the best handmade souvenirs can be purchased.

• Return and overnight in Tirana.

Depart to Vlora where Albanian Independence was proclaimed.

• On the way we stop at the Monastery of Ardenica, supposed to have been built in the middle ages, as argued by a stone in entrance dating back to the 1417.

• Today inside the church you can admire icon paintings of 1743-1745, by Albanian artists such as Konstandin and Athanos Zografi, as well as Konstandin Shpataraku.

• Proceed to the ancient city of Apollonia situated on the famous Via Egnatia - one of the most important cities in Roman times.

• Due to its fame and importance it was known as Apollonia Prima out of 16 ancient cities built to honour Apollo.

• Caesar chose to send his nephew Augustus Octavian to study oratory in Apollonia revealing the importance of this ancient city.

• Afterwards we continue to Vlora where we visit the Independence Museum, situated in the original house where the first Independent Albanian Government had its head office.

• Overnight in Vlora.

• After an early breakfast we depart for Saranda. Drive on the spectacular Albanian Riviera looking down at the Ionian Sea.

• Breathtaking sceneries await us at the Llogara pass - 1000 m above sea level.

• We continue on to Saranda, make a short stop at the fortress of Ali Pasha a fortification used to

control the sea trade routes.

• Then we continue past Saranda, to the ancient city of Butrint a UNESCO world heritage site and the most important archaeological discovery in Albania.

• Legend associates this city with Trojan settlers who fled Troy under the leadership of Aeneas.

• In fact the city was first settled by Greek colonists and was continuously inhabited for centuries forming archaeological layers of several eras of civilization.

• Apart the beautiful antique ruins it has the added benefit of

being situated in a beautiful peninsula, rich in flora and fauna.

• After the visits we return to Saranda for overnight.

After early breakfast we drive to Berat. On our way lays Gjirokastra, a UNESCO site and museum town with beautiful and very distinctive architecture.

• Visit the medieval Castle which used to be a political prison during the communist dictatorship and the Ethnographic Museum which is also the house the Albanian dictator was born in.

• We suggest the group should stop for lunch close to Tepelena at a traditional restaurant (optional) among beautiful scenery.

• In Berat we check in at the hotel and the group is then left at leisure to explore Berat.

• Overnight in Berat.

After breakfast we visit the Castle and the Onufri Museum.

• Berat castle is of particular interest as people still live within its walls in their traditional houses, as have their ancestors for centuries.

• Onufri was an Albanian Icon master painter of the 16th century who painted many orthodox churches in Albania and Greece.

• After this interesting experience we depart for Durres one of the oldest (founded in 627 B.C.) where we have lunch by the sea (optional).

• After lunch we take a sightseeing tour of the Amphitheatre situated in the middle of the modern city in an inhabited area, and the Archaeological museum rich in arte facts found in the city and its suburbs.

• After the visits in Durres return to Tirana for overnight.

After breakfast we drive to the Airport.

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Trip includes

Included

Accommodation for 6 nights in good 4* hotels with breakfast

Hotel

English speaking tour guide

Guiding Method
Fully guided

English

Breakfast 
Lunches and dinners

Vegetarian Halal Meat

Transfers from and to Airport
Transportation with modern a/c vehicles

Coach / BusMini-coachPrivate Vehicle

Experienced English speaking tour guide (separate driver and guide only for groups of 6 or more participants).
All taxes
Entrance fees

Excluded

Flight Tickets

 Insurance

Wine tasting 
Gratuities/Tip to Driver/Guide

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