Discover the Best of Albania: 5 Days Historic Tour Package

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.