Day 1: Arrival at Tirana – Exploring the Capital
- Arrival at Tirana International Airport.
- Meet and greet with your tour guide.
- Start your day by exploring Tirana’s landmarks, such as Skanderbeg Square, the Pyramid of Tirana, the National History Museum, and the Grand Park of Tirana.
- Visit the old city center and experience the vibrant atmosphere of the city.
- Overnight stay in Tirana.
Day 2: Tirana to Berat – Exploring Berat’s Castle and Historic Quarters
- After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
- Transfer to Berat, known for its UNESCO-listed old town.
- Explore the Castle of Berat, including Acropolis, Holy Trinity Church, and Onufri Museum with its fascinating icons.
- Enjoy a traditional Albanian lunch with a local family to experience the culture and cuisine.
- Continue the guided tour of historic quarters: Mangalam and Gorica.
- Visit the King Mosque and Helveti Teqe.
- Overnight stay in Berat.
Day 3: Berat to Apollonia to Gjirokaster – Exploring Historical Sites
- Check out from Berat after breakfast.
- Transfer to Apollonia, an ancient archaeological site founded during the VII century BC.
- Guided tour of Apollonia’s ruins and Archaeological Museum.
- Proceed to Gjirokaster, another UNESCO site known for its stone architecture.
- Visit Gjirokastra Castle, Weapons Museum, Ethnographic Museum, Zekati House, and the house of writer Ismail Kadare (if time permits).
- Overnight stay in Gjirokaster.
Day 4: Gjirokaster to Blue Eye to Butrint to Sarande to Qeparo
- After breakfast, check out from Gjirokaster.
- Visit the Blue Eye National Park and have a coffee break.
- Proceed to Butrint, an intriguing historical and archaeological site.
- Guided tour of Butrint and visit Ksamil, a coastal village with picturesque islands.
- Drive along the Albanian coast, enjoying the scenic views.
- Overnight stay in Qeparo, a charming coastal village.
Day 5: Qeparo to Vlore to Tirana – Departure
- After breakfast, explore the old village of Qeparo with its historic houses.
- Visit Porto Palermo Castle and make a stop at Llogara Pass for breathtaking views.
- Have lunch in Vlore, known as the City of Independence.
- Drive back to Tirana with a stop on the way for refreshments.
- Drop off at Tirana International Airport for your departure.
