8-Day Private Albanian Gastronomic Odyssey with Eden

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8 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

This is not a standard tour with some meals added.
It’s a personal 8-day gastronomic journey through Albania with Eden (Martin) — your local guide who is passionate about preserving traditional recipes and supporting small producers and families.
You won’t just taste food. You’ll understand its story. Over 8 unforgettable days you will eat in local homes, visit small family wineries and raki producers, learn ancient recipes from grandmothers, explore bustling markets, and discover how Albanian cuisine reflects our history and culture.
What truly sets this experience apart:

Truly private & small groups (max 8 people)
Eden’s personal guidance and storytelling
Direct connection with local families and producers
Perfect balance between culinary discovery and cultural immersion
Flexible pacing so you can enjoy each moment

This tour exists to protect and share the real heart of Albanian gastronomy — one table, one story, one genuine experience at a time.

What's Included

✅ All breakfasts, lunches, and dinners as per the itinerary
✅ Visits to local markets, villages, and cultural sites
✅ All entrance fees to attractions and museums mentioned
✅ Professional English-speaking guide and driver (Eden) for the entire tour
✅ 8 days of private transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch (Optional[7])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[7])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[7])
Breakfast
✅ Bottled water and light snacks during transfers
✅ Multiple wine and raki tastings at local wineries and producers
✅ 7 nights accommodation in carefully selected hotels and guesthouses
❌ International flights to and from Albania
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Personal expenses, additional drinks, and souvenirs
❌ Tips and gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

Tirana Airport: I will meet you in the arrivals hall with a personalized sign bearing your name.
Hotels / Other locations in Tirana: I will contact you in advance to confirm the pickup time and meet you at your hotel or agreed location.
All pickups are private and personalize

Itinerary

Duration: 8 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrival in Tirana

    3 stops
  • 1
    Tirana

    Morning: Arrive at Tirana International Airport (TIA).

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Afternoon: 3-hour Walking Food Tour in Tirana’s New Bazaar (Pazari i Ri). Sample byrek (savory pastry), petulla (doughnuts), and boza (fermented drink). Visit family-run eateries for qofte (meatballs) and local coffee. Lunch included during the tour.

    3 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Tirana

    Dinner at Mullixhiu, one of the top restaurants in Albania. Activities: Walking food tour, cultural introduction.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Tirana to Berat – UNESCO Heritage and Wine

    2 stops
  • 4
    Berat

    Morning: Drive 2 hours to Berat, the “City of a Thousand Windows.” Guided tour of Berat Castle and Ethnographic Museum. Wine tour at Çobo Winery Activities: Berat Castle tour, Ethnographic Museum

    9 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Berat

    Join a hands-on cooking class in Berat, a UNESCO gem, with Eden Tours. Learn to make authentic Albanian dishes like byrek and tave kosi with a local chef in a traditional stone house, using fresh market ingredients. Cook, savor your creations, and take home recipes!

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Berat to Saranda – Albanian Riviera and Blue Eye

    1 stop
  • 6
    Saranda

    Drive 3 hours to Saranda via the scenic Llogara Pass. En route, stop at the Blue Eye spring for its turquoise beauty. Guided tour of Butrint National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site with Greek and Roman ruins Lunch. Evening: Dinner at Mare Nostrum Cuisine on Saranda’s promenade, featuring fresh seafood and local wine. Free evening to enjoy the nightlife or relax by the sea. Activities: Blue Eye visit, Butrint National Park tour

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Saranda to Gjirokastra – Stone City

    1 stop
  • 7
    Gjirokaster

    Morning: 1 hour to Gjirokaster, the UNESCO - listed “Stone City.” Guided tour of Gjirokaster Castle and Skenduli House (entry included), showcasing Ottoman architecture. Lunch and Dinner

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Gjirokaster to Permet – Slow Food and Nature

    1 stop
  • 8
    Permet

    Drive 1 hour to Permet, the “City of Roses.” Visit a local producer for tastings of gliko (preserved fruits in syrup) and artisanal cheese. Lunch and free afternoon to explore Permet’s thermal baths or relax by the Vjosa River. Dinner at a local guesthouse

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 6

    Permet to Korca – Culture and Beer

    2 stops
  • 9
    Korce

    Morning: Drive 2.5 hours to Korce, known for its brewery and vibrant culture. Guided tour of Korce’s Old Bazaar, Resurrection of Christ Cathedral, and National Museum of Medieval Art (entry included). Lunch at Vila Themistokli, serving lakror and Korce beer. Dinner at Café-Museum Komiteti, offering traditional dishes and a variety of raki. Free evening to explore Korce’s trendy bar scene.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 10

    Join a hands-on cooking class in Korçë with Eden Tours! Learn to make authentic Albanian dishes like byrek and tave kosi with a local chef in a stone house, using fresh market ingredients. Cook, savor, and take home recipes!

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 7

    Korca to Shkoder

    1 stop
  • 11
    Shkoder

    Discover Shkodër, the capital of the North, in a day with a Tour of historic sites, taste Kallmet wines at a vineyard, savor byrek and fërgesë at a taverna, and cruise Lake Shkodër.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 8

    Shkoder to Airport

    1 stop
  • 12

    We prepare after breakfast for the transfer to the airport

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Albania by Eden

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Cancellation Policy

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

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