TIRANA AIRPORT - TIRANA (17 KM)

Tirana - Meet at airport and transfer to Tirane. We will start to Skanderbeg Square. Once you’ve been there, you’ll understand why; this main square, named after an Albanian national hero, is the heart of the city. A statue of Skanderbeg sits in the middle of the square. It’s an iconic place, which has recently been renewed, and is a must-see for everyone who visits Albania. With an opera house, the National History Museum, the Et’Hem Bey Mosque along the sides, this huge square is perfect for a stroll. Then we will visit BunkArt and BunkArt2, two museums built inside two coveted anti-nuclear buildings. Then, we will visit Enver Hoxha Pyramid. Was designed as a museum by the late Albanian communist leader’s daughter, and opened in 1988 to show his power and to maintain his legacy. Ish-Blloku was reserved for high-ranking communist officials; even the leader of Albania, Enver Hoxha, lived here. Nowadays this most expensive area is full of trendy bars, cafs, restaurants, and nightclubs.

• 8 nights’ accommodation included
• Air-conditioned transport throughout
• Daily breakfast provided
• Expert tour guidance
• Ferry tickets included

• Lunches
• Dinners
• All fees and/or taxes

Discovering a corner of Europe untouched by frequent tourism can be a challenge, yet, it’s not an impossibility. Nestled amid the craggy peaks and verdant landscapes of Albania and Kosovo, one can find abundant shepherds, monasteries, lakes, valleys, and Byzantine churches, what’s noticeably missing is the throng of travelers. The Balkans have spent years throwing off the shadow of strife and Communist rule, but remarkably, they have come out resilient and cheerful.

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