About this tour
Explore the UNESCO historic centres of Berat and Gjirokastër, listed as rare examples of Ottoman-period architecture. Gjirokastër was inscribed in 2005 and Berat was added as an extension in 2008.
Itinerary
Day 1 · Tirane → Berat
Leave Tirana in the morning and stop in the Durres beach area on the way. Reach Berat around midday and visit the historic Gorica, Mangalemi and Kala quarters, part of the UNESCO site since 2008. Lunch at a traditional restaurant in the castle, a walk through the castle for the views, then hotel check-in in the evening.
Day 2 · Berat → Gjirokaster
Approximately 180 km and 3 hours by car. Visit Gjirokastër Castle and the UNESCO city, inscribed in 2005.
Day 3 · Gjirokaster → Permet → Korce
Approximately 200 km and 5 hours by car, split into two sections with a stop in Përmet. Explore the Vjosa River and Benja thermal waters, followed by gastronomy and serenades in Korçë.
Day 4 · Korce → Pogradec Lake → Tirane
Leave Korçë for Pogradec on the shore of Lake Ohrid, then return to Tirana.
What’s included
- Breakfast in hotels
- 3 nights of hotel accommodation
- Tour guide
- Entrance fees
- All transportation at the destination
What’s not included
- Private expenses
- Air fares
Horizonti Shqiptar
A Tirana-based operator offering tailored cultural and nature trips around Albania.
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Company profile and supplied reference policies
Supplied reference profile
“BTOURS Albania is a tour company based in Tirana, that prides itself on its customer service, integrity, and passion for sharing the Albanian culture, art, history, civilization, with our guests. We specialize in tailor made personalized tours throughout Albania. Day-trips or Multi days trips to Berat, Durres, Vlora, Saranda, Alps in the North, Lake of Pogradec etc.”
Availability and departure
All year round. Minimum 1 person. Starts from Tirana or Durres; departure and return location is Tirana. Departure time depends on arrival flight times. English or Italian. Breakfast included.
Cancellation
Free cancellation; a detailed deadline was not supplied.
Accommodation
1 night in Berat, 1 night in Gjirokastër and 1 night in Korçë.
Highlights
Berat Castle and UNESCO historic quarters; UNESCO Gjirokastër; traditional hotels and Albanian food; Lake Ohrid; valleys and mountains in eastern Albania. The reference also describes 2–3 hours of driving each day, with walking and climbs during castle visits.
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