3-Day Albania Tour: Berat, Riviera, Gjirokaster & Blue Eye

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3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Three days, one unforgettable journey through Albania.

Explore Berat, Apollonia, the Albanian Riviera, Porto Palermo, Gjirokastër and the Blue Eye with a local guide who brings history to life through stories, humor and real Albanian hospitality.

This is more than sightseeing ~ for three days, you travel as a “mik”, a guest and a friend.

3 Days with Berg ~ Just Another Story.

What's Included

Bottled water during the journey
Hotel/accommodation pickup and drop-off in Tirana
Transportation for the entire 3-day tour
Fuel, parking fees and road costs
Professional local guide throughout the tour
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
Accommodation in Vlorë and Gjirokastër
Meals and drinks, unless otherwise specified
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Complimentary pickup is available from hotels and accommodations within Tirana.

Please provide your exact accommodation name and address when booking.

Your exact pickup time will be confirmed the day before the tour.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Berat & Apollonia: From Ancient Albania to the Adriatic

    4 stops
  • 1
    Berat Castle

    Explore Berat Castle, a living fortress overlooking the UNESCO-listed city of Berat. Walk through its historic streets, discover centuries of Albanian history and enjoy panoramic views over the city and surrounding mountains. Your guide will bring the stories of Berat to life along the way.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    National Iconographic Museum Onufri

    Visit the Onufri Iconographic Museum inside the Church of the Dormition of St. Mary, within Berat Castle. Discover remarkable Orthodox icons and religious art, including works associated with Onufri, one of Albania’s most celebrated icon painters, known for his distinctive use of red.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Apollonia Archaeological Park

    Explore the ancient city of Apollonia, one of Albania’s most important archaeological sites. Walk among the remains of this once-thriving Greek and Roman city, see its monuments and monastery complex, and discover the story of a city where the young Octavian, the future Emperor Augustus, studied before learning of Julius Caesar’s assassination.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Muradie Mosque

    End the day in Vlorë with a visit to the historic Muradie Mosque, one of the city’s most important Ottoman monuments. Designed by the renowned architect Mimar Sinan and dating to the 16th century, the mosque offers a glimpse into another chapter of Albania’s layered history before we settle in for the night in Vlorë.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Albanian Riviera: Llogara, Himarë & Porto Palermo

    4 stops
  • 5
    Llogara Pass

    Drive across the spectacular Llogara Pass, where the mountains meet the Ionian Sea. Stop at panoramic viewpoints overlooking the Albanian Riviera before beginning the descent toward the coast and Himarë.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Himare

    Enjoy a relaxed stop in the coastal town of Himarë, surrounded by the mountains and the clear waters of the Ionian Sea. Take time to walk along the seafront and enjoy a lunch break before continuing south along the Riviera.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Porto Palermo

    Visit the dramatic fortress of Porto Palermo, set on a small peninsula overlooking one of the Riviera’s most beautiful bays. Explore the stone chambers and learn about the fortress, commonly associated with Ali Pasha of Ioannina, while enjoying panoramic views of the Ionian coast.

    50 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Gjirokaster Castle

    Arrive in Gjirokastër in the afternoon and visit its imposing hilltop castle, overlooking the UNESCO-listed Stone City and the Drino Valley. Explore the fortress and discover the different chapters of Gjirokastër’s history before ending the day in the old town.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Blue Eye, Vjosa River & Journey Back to Tirana

    3 stops
  • 9
    Gjirokaster

    Begin the morning in the heart of UNESCO-listed Gjirokastër. Walk through the cobbled streets of the Old Bazaar, discover the city’s distinctive stone architecture and enjoy its atmosphere before leaving the Stone City for the Blue Eye.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 10
    The Blue Eye

    Visit the Blue Eye, one of southern Albania’s most remarkable natural attractions. Walk through the surrounding landscape to the famous crystal-clear spring and enjoy its striking blue and turquoise waters.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 11
    Tepelene

    On our journey north, stop along the Vjosa River near Tepelenë for a relaxed lunch break surrounded by the landscapes of one of Europe’s last wild rivers. Enjoy traditional Albanian food at a local restaurant and take some time to experience the river valley before continuing to Tirana.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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