Pick up - Tirana

Tirana - Begin with a pickup from Tirana International Airport, Durrës Port, or any hotel in Tirana, followed by a drive to the hotel. After checking in, enjoy some leisure time.

Tirana - Durrës - Krujë

Muzeu Historik Kombetar - Explore Albania’s capital on a 3-hour walking tour with a local guide. Discover Tirana’s crumbling Soviet-era buildings, contemporary construction projects, and proud historical monuments, all coexisting. Visit the National History Museum (from outside).

Skanderbeg Square - Skanderbeg Square (Albanian: Sheshi Skënderbej) serves as the central plaza in Tirana.

Et`hem Bey Mosque - The Hadji Et’hem Bey Mosque in Tirana, Albania, was closed during communist rule and reopened for worship in 1991.

Clock Tower - The Tirana Clock Tower was initiated by Haxhi Et’hem Beu in 1822.

Fortress of Justinian - Known as Tirana Castle, this fortress in Tirana, Albania, dates back to before 1300 and is a Byzantine-era relic.

Tanners’ Bridge - Tanners’ Bridge is an 18th-century Ottoman stone footbridge.

Pyramid of Tirana - The Pyramid of Tirana is a structure that once served as a museum for the former dictator.

Blloku - Blloku is a trendy area known for its nightlife and shopping, featuring chic bars, cafes, and global restaurants alongside luxury boutiques. During Communist rule, it was a restricted area for the elite, and the villa of dictator Enver Hoxha remains.

Durres Castle - Durrës Castle (Albanian: Kalaja e Durrësit) is the fortified old city of Durrës, surrounded by city walls built in the late 5th century and later reinforced.

Durres Amphitheatre - The Roman Amphitheatre of Durrës, constructed after the 2nd century B.C., is one of the most magnificent ancient amphitheatres and among the ten most beautiful Roman amphitheatres.

Venetian Tower of Durrës - The Republic of Venice reinforced Durres Castle with several guard towers.

Kruja Castle - Travel to Kruja to visit Kruja Castle, historically one of the country’s most significant defensive strongholds.

Muzeu Kombëtar Gjergj Kastrioti - Visit the Skanderbeg Museum, dedicated to Albania’s most celebrated hero.

Ethnographic Museum of Kruja - The Ethnographic Museum showcases Albanian customs and traditions over the centuries. (from outside, temporarily closed)

Old Bazaar (Pazari i Vjeter) - Enjoy a walk and shopping tour in the charming Old Medieval Bazaar.

Kruje - Experience dinner with a live folk performance. Musicians and dancers will perform and provide lessons on Albanian folk songs and dances from Kruja.

### Krujë - Berat

Berat Castle - Travel to Berat, known for its white-washed houses with numerous windows, earning it the nickname “town of a thousand windows” or “One above another Windows.” Visit Berat Castle, also known as the Citadel of Berat, a fortress overlooking the town.

National Iconographic Museum Onufri - Explore the “Onufri” Museum, dedicated to Byzantine art and iconography, located within the castle.

National Ethnographic Museum Berat - Visit the Ethnographic Museum, which houses a variety of historical everyday objects from the city. (from outside, temporarily closed)

Lead Mosque Berat - Visit the Lead Mosque, a historical mosque from the 16th century.

Berat - Enjoy a dinner with a folk show performance and folk dancing with a group and dancers from the Berati area.

### Berat - Apollonia - Vlorë

Ardenica Monastery - Travel to the charming Ardenica Monastery, an Orthodox church built by Byzantine Emperor Andronicus in 1282.

Apollonia Archaeological Park - Head to Apollonia to visit the Archaeological Park, which features artifacts from the ancient town of Apollonia, thriving during the 4th century AD.

Zvernec Monastery - Journey to Zvernec to visit St. Mary’s Monastery, a medieval Byzantine church on Zvërnec Island in the Narta Lagoon near Vlorë.

Vlore - Continue to the coastal city of Vlora, Albania’s second-largest port city. Enjoy dinner with folklore songs and dances from the Vlora area, where the folk group master will teach dancing.

### Vlorë - Llogara - Saranda

Llogara National Park - Travel to Llogara Pass in Llogara Park, an evergreen forested area reaching up to 1800m above sea level.

Ali Pasha Castle - Drive along the stunning Southern Riviera with picturesque spots along the rugged coast. Stop to visit Porto Palermo Castle, a 19th-century fortress also known as Ali Pasha’s Castle.

Borsh - Proceed to Borshi village and its water spring.

Saranda - Arrive in Saranda. During dinner, enjoy polyphonic songs, a traditional element of Albanian folk music.

### Saranda - Gjirokastër

Butrint National Park - Visit Butrint National Park, a spectacular archaeological site and Albania’s National Park, located on a beautiful small peninsula.

Blue Eye - Travel to Syri i Kalter, or the Blue Eye, a natural spring of unknown depth that produces ice-cold water even in summer.

Skenduli House - Head to Gjirokastra to visit the ‘Skenduli’ House.

Ismail Kadare’s House - The house of renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare has been converted into a museum.

Gjirokaster Castle - The National Folklore Festival, held every five years in Gjirokastër, takes place at the famous Castle, the largest in Albania, which overlooks the town and the strategic river valley route.

Gjirokastra Bazaar - The Old Bazaar in Gjirokastra, known locally as “Qafa e Pazarit,” forms the center of the Old Town. The Bazaar’s history dates back to the 17th century.

Gjirokaster - Enjoy dinner with a folk show performance and lessons with dancers and musicians from nearby areas.

### Gjirokastër - Tirana - Transfer

Tirana - Travel from Gjirokastra to Tirana, with a transfer to Rinas Airport, Durrës Port, or any hotel in Tirana.

• 6 nights accommodation
• Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
• English Speaking Guide
• 5 Folk show performances and learning to dance
• Breakfast
• Dinner

• Health/Travel insurance
• Other personal expenses
• Gratuities

Albanian folklore boasts a rich history of diverse costumes, music, and dances, many of which are distinctive to specific regions. This 7-day tour offers a unique opportunity to learn Albanian folk dance while also exploring a blend of history, culture, tradition, religion, and nature at some of Albania’s most famous sites, all with the guidance of a professional tour guide.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 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.