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From Durrës to Berat: Exploring Albania’s Living Museum

Tirana, Durrës, Berat,
Duration

1 day(s)

Tour type

Private

Group size

1-30 people

Physical Level

moderate

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Tour Overview

Meet with our representatives at Durres Port “Start the tour from Durres port and Depart to Berat one of the most fascinating Albanian towns with a mixture of cultural influences. Being more than the 2400-year-old, the town it is one of the most attractive towns in Albania. Established in the 3rd century B.C by an Illyrian tribe of central Albania with a protective castle, it was known as the fortified city of Antipatrea. In 1417 the town was occupied by the Turks who build quite a few mosques in the area below the town’s old castle. Berat is situated at the foot of Tomorri Mountain and on the shores of River Osum. Built almost all, in white on a slope of green with the river at its feet, it offers a striking view as soon as it becomes visible. It is famous for its white-washed houses with their many windows which, seem to have been built on top of each other, which give it the nickname “town of a thousand windows”. Because of these, the town retains a unique style of architecture, with narrow and stone-paved streets. The castle is unique in Albania and among the few in the world that still has houses and inhabitants within its walls, going on their life’s at the same place their predecessors did centuries ago. Then we will have lunch in the best local restaurant. Also option visit Cobo Winery one of the best family-run winery in Albania, where we will try different wines & Raki. Drive back to Durres. Visit of the Amphitheatre from outside and the old walls and the area known as the forum. Return to the ship.

Activities
Daily Discovery Explorer Family Historical In-depth Cultural Museum Solo Travel Walking Tour Food & Culinary

Tour Features

Duration
1 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-30 people

Tour Code
1DBeratxDurres

Departure Type
scheduled

Tour Category
City Sightseeing

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
7 - 85

Tirana

Pickup Time:

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Berat

Dropoff Time:

Highlights
Explore Berat’s UNESCO-listed Old Town and Kalaja Castle, including entrance to the renowned Onufri Iconographic Museum

Itinerary

Day 1

08.00AM Depart from Tirana(stop in Durres for those who await there) in the morning and enjoy a comfortable drive toward central Albania, passing scenic countryside landscapes on the way to Berat (approx. 2 hours).

Upon arrival in Berat, known as the City of a Thousand Windows and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, begin a guided city tour exploring its unique Ottoman architecture and rich history.

Visit Berat Castle (Kalaja), still inhabited today, offering panoramic views over the Osum River and the old quarters. Inside the castle, enter the renowned Onufri Iconographic Museum, famous for its exquisite religious art and vivid red tones unique to the master icon painter Onufri.

Continue the walking tour through the historic neighborhoods of Mangalem and Gorica, crossing the iconic Gorica Bridge and discovering traditional stone houses, narrow streets, and local life.

After the city visit, head to Pupa Winery for a wine tasting session, where you will sample local Albanian wines and learn about regional wine traditions.

Enjoy a relaxed lunch at Balkoni i Goricës, a charming restaurant overlooking the old town and river, offering traditional Albanian cuisine in a beautiful setting.

After lunch, enjoy some free time to stroll, take photos, or relax in one of the cafés before departing.

17.00PM Drive back to Tirana.

Included

Professional guide throughout the tour

Transfers with Modern A/C private car/ bus or minibus with driver on tour

All the museum entry fee

Optional: Wine tour on local winery, Cobo etc.

Excluded

No accomodation

International or Domestic flights

No meals included

Insurance: All types

Personal expenses: extras at hotel or additional meals

Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers

City Tax

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