Welcome to Albania
Saranda Embankment - Guests will be met at the Port by their guide, drop off their luggage at the Hotel and enjoy a break.
After your break, you will explore Saranda with your guide. Your tour will include The Monument of Onhezmi Gate,The Synagogue, The Archaeological and Historical Museum, The Numismatic Exhibition of Albania and the Art Gallery.
Visit The City of Berat
Berat Castle - On this tour you will explore The Berat Castle, The Onufri Museum,
St. Mary’s’ Church, The old neighborhood - Mangalem and the Ethnographic Museum.
You will also have 3 hours of free time, to explore the area.
Gjirokastra & The Blue Eye
Gjirokaster Castle - On this tour you will explore The Castle of Gjirokastra, The Ethnographic Museum (House of E.Hoxha) and The Museum house of Ismail Kadare.
You will also have an hour of free time to explore the area.
The Blue Eye - n this tour you will explore The National Park of “Blue Eye.”
It’s a very picturesque area where crystal – clear water gushes out from within the mountain Mali i Gjërë. This actual spring is the largest and a most interesting source, among the other 18 springs that flow from Mali i Gjërë.
It has been declared a natural monument and holds an oval shape similar to the shape of an eye. The spring has great depth, which goes up to 50m, and is surrounded by dense and lush vegetation.
All in all, the area offers a great time out for adults, as well as for children.
The Ancient City of Butrint & Ksamil
Butrint National Park - On this tour you will explore the Ancient Site of Butrint.
The Ancient Site of Butrint was declared a museum town in 1961, thereafter in the year of 1992, it was inscribed on the National Heritage list of protected monuments, under protection of UNESCO. During the tour you will see the well- preserved Greek / Roman theater in honor of Asclepius (God of Medicine), the Byzantine Basilica, the museum within the castle, and many other antique objects.
Plazhi Ksamilit - On this tour you will make a stop in Ksamil, which is one of the most attractive areas of southern Albania.
Blessed with its small little islands, in a distance not too far off shore, Ksamil it truly is the pearl of the Ionian Sea and a destination that everyone dreams of as a vacation.
Përmet & Tepelenë
Benja Thermal Baths - On our tour, you will visit the bridge of Kati, and the Benja Thermal Baths that have curative effects.
At a distance of 200m, from the thermal baths you will also find a magnificent view of Langarica Canyon.
In addition, you will have an hour of free time to explore Permet. Also, 1 hour at the Waterfalls of Tepelene.
Qeparo & Himara
Porto Palermo Castle - On your tour you will explore the Old Village of Qeparo,The Castle of Porto Palermo, and spend 30 minutes at the Borsh Waterfall.
Jale Beach - On your tour you will have time to enjoy the beaches of Himare.
The Himare region is characterized by its mountainous surroundings and hills which descend directly into the crystal-clear sea.
The region has a Mediterranean climate and it is well known as a most attractive point of tourism.
Departure Day
Port of Saranda - Today you will be returned to your starting point, the Saranda Port.
- Breakfast included
- Lunch provided
- Dinner arrangements
- Alcoholic drinks
- Menu extras
This one-week journey showcases UNESCO-protected sites and cities within Albania. The country boasts a wealth of cultural heritage sites, making this tour significant from both a historical and archaeological perspective.
Throughout the week-long journey, you’ll discover the fantastic town of Berat, famously branded ‘THE CITY OF A THOUSAND AND ONE WINDOWS’, and the stone-built city of Gjirokastra, where the nation’s customs and traditions are still passionately upheld.
In addition, you’ll visit the ancient metropolis of Butrint, which received museum status in 1961 and UNESCO protection in 1992; the picturesque Blue Eye Natural Park; the captivating old hamlet of Qeparo, and you’ll have leisure time to unwind on the beautiful Himara beaches.
Furthermore, you’ll explore Përmet, also known as the ‘City of Roses’, and we’ll make a detour through Tepelena, paying a visit to Ali Pasha Tepelena Castle.
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
