Tirana, Kruja & South Albania – 8 Days Cultural & Coastal Journey

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7 Nights / 8 Days
Tirana
Tour Highlights

Cultural Heritage – Kruja, Berat, Gjirokastra & Butrint (UNESCO sites)
Ancient Illyrian Ruins – Apollonia & Butrint
Breathtaking Nature – Llogara Pass & Riviera Beaches
Authentic Albanian Cuisine – Wine tasting & seafood specialties
Blend of Mountains, History, & Coastline

Itinerary

Day 1Arrival in Tirana – Exploring the Capital

  • Arrival at Tirana International Airport.
  • Transfer to Tirana city center.
  • Explore Skanderbeg Square, Et’hem Bey Mosque, and the Clock Tower.
  • Visit Bunk’Art 2 Museum to learn about Albania’s communist past.
  • Stroll through the trendy Blloku district, once exclusive to communist leaders.
  • Welcome dinner at a traditional Albanian restaurant.
  • Overnight in Tirana.

Day 2Tirana – Kruja – Durres

  • Morning transfer to Kruja, the medieval town of Albania’s national hero.
  • Visit Kruja Castle, Skanderbeg Museum, and explore the Old Bazaar for handcrafted souvenirs.
  • Transfer to Durrës, Albania’s coastal city and historic port.
  • Visit the Durrës Amphitheater (largest in the Balkans) and the Byzantine Forum.
  • Enjoy a seaside walk and fresh seafood by the Adriatic.
  • Overnight in Durrës.

Day 3Durres – Berat (UNESCO City of a Thousand Windows)

  • Morning departure to Berat, a UNESCO-listed city known for its Ottoman architecture.
  • Explore Berat Castle and its medieval churches.
  • Visit the Onufri Museum, featuring religious iconography.
  • Stroll through the charming Mangalem and Gorica quarters.
  • Wine tasting at a local vineyard.
  • Overnight in Berat.

Day 4Berat – Apollonia – Vlora

  • Drive to Apollonia, an ancient Illyrian city with stunning ruins.
  • Explore the archaeological park, monastery, and museum.
  • Continue to Vlora, where the Albanian Declaration of Independence was signed in 1912.
  • Visit the Independence Museum and explore Muradie Mosque.
  • Relax at Lungomare Promenade with sunset views over the Ionian Sea.
  • Overnight in Vlora.

Day 5Vlora – Llogara Pass – Dhermi – Porto Palermo – Saranda

  • Scenic drive along the Albanian Riviera, passing through Llogara National Park.
  • Stop at Llogara Pass (1,027m) for breathtaking views of the Ionian coast.
  • Visit Dhermi, a picturesque coastal village with stunning beaches.
  • Explore Porto Palermo Castle, built by Ali Pasha of Ioannina.
  • Arrive in Saranda, Albania’s vibrant coastal city.
  • Relax by the sea and enjoy the lively waterfront.
  • Overnight in Saranda.

Day 6Saranda – Butrint (UNESCO) – Ksamil

  • Morning visit to Butrint National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with ruins from Greek, Roman, and Venetian periods.
  • Explore the Ancient Theater, Baptistery, and Venetian Tower.
  • Continue to Ksamil, famous for its white-sand beaches and turquoise waters.
  • Free afternoon to relax by the beach or enjoy fresh seafood.
  • Overnight in Saranda.

Day 7Saranda – Gjirokastra (UNESCO) – Tirana

  • Morning departure to Gjirokastra, the “Stone City” and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Visit Gjirokastra Castle and the Cold War Tunnel.
  • Explore the Ethnographic Museum, the birthplace of former dictator Enver Hoxha.
  • Free time to wander the Ottoman-style bazaar.
  • Return to Tirana in the afternoon.
  • Farewell dinner with live Albanian music.
  • Overnight in Tirana.

Day 8Departure

  • Free time for last-minute shopping or coffee at a local café.
  • Transfer to Tirana International Airport.
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