Day 1: Arrival – Kruja
Upon arrival at Tirana Airport, we drive to Kruja, a historic town closely linked to the Albanian resistance against the Ottoman Empire. We visit the Castle of Kruja and the Skanderbeg Museum, dedicated to the national hero. At the Ethnographic Museum, you will discover traditional life of the 18th century, while the Old Bazaar offers colorful carpets, silverware, and local handicrafts. From the castle, the sunset over the Adriatic is magical.
Traditional dinner and overnight in Kruja.
Day 2: Kruja – Durrës – Berat
In the morning we head to Durrës, the oldest coastal city of Albania. Visit the Roman Amphitheatre, the Venetian Tower, and enjoy a walk along the Lungomare. After lunch, we continue to Berat, the “City of a Thousand Windows” (UNESCO). At the castle, we visit the Church of St. Mary and the Onufri Museum, dedicated to the master of Byzantine iconography. The neighborhoods of Mangalem and Gorica, connected by the characteristic bridge, create a fairytale atmosphere, especially when illuminated at night.
Dinner and overnight in Berat.
Day 3: Berat – Apollonia – Gjirokastra
Drive towards Apollonia, one of the most important ancient cities of the Adriatic, where the first Roman Emperor, Octavian Augustus, once studied. After the visit, we continue to Gjirokastra, the “Stone City” (UNESCO). The bazaar, cobbled alleys, characteristic houses, and medieval atmosphere make this town unique.
Dinner and overnight in Gjirokastra.
Day 4: Gjirokastra – Blue Eye – Saranda
Visit the Castle of Gjirokastra, one of the largest in the Balkans, with its Arms Gallery and breathtaking view over the city. After lunch, stop at the Blue Eye, a karst spring with deep, crystal-clear waters and lush vegetation reminiscent of the tropics. We then arrive in Saranda, a coastal town with a modern promenade and Mediterranean atmosphere, famous for its lively boulevard.
Dinner and overnight in Saranda.
Day 5: Saranda – Butrint – Ksamil – Saranda
Explore the Archaeological Park of Butrint (UNESCO), an ancient city with traces of different civilizations and cultures spanning many centuries, from the 7th b.c to the 19th a.d . After the visit, enjoy lunch in Ksamil, famous for its white sandy beaches and small islands offshore. In the afternoon, free time for swimming or an optional boat trip.
Dinner and overnight in Saranda.
Day 6: Saranda – Riviera – Vlora
Departure along the Albanian Riviera, one of the most scenic coastal routes of the Mediterranean. Stop at Porto Palermo to visit Ali Pasha’s Castle, then cross the Llogara Pass (1000 m above sea level). After a traditional lunch, we arrive in Vlora, the city of Independence. Visit the Flag Square, the Muradie Mosque, and the historic quarter.
Dinner and overnight in Vlora.
Day 7: Vlora – Tirana
Drive to the capital, Tirana. Visit Skanderbeg Square, the Clock Tower, the Et’hem Bey Mosque, and the New Bazaar. In the afternoon, enjoy a walk in the Blloku district, once restricted to the communist elite, today the most vibrant area of nightlife.
Farewell dinner and overnight in Tirana.
Day 8: Tirana – Airport
After breakfast, transfer to the airport according to your flight schedule.
End of the program.
Price
Starting from €999 per person
Price varies depending on season, level of accommodation, and group size. Contact us for a personalized quote and detailed itinerary.
