Day Tour in Berat, Unesco Heritage

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9 to 11 hours (approximately)
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Offered in: English

Discover the charm of Berat, Albania’s UNESCO-listed "City of a Thousand Windows," on this captivating day trip. Wander through the cobbled streets of the historic Mangalem and Gorica neighborhoods, where Ottoman-era architecture meets stunning views of the Osum River. Visit the iconic Berat Castle, perched atop a hill, and explore its ancient churches and hidden corners. Learn about the city’s rich history and culture from your guide, and enjoy a traditional Albanian lunch in a picturesque setting. This unforgettable journey blends history, culture, and breathtaking scenery, making it a must-see destination.

What's Included

Transport: Tirane-Berat-Tirane
Entry/Admission – Onufri Ethnographic Museum
Tour Guide
Air-Conditioned Vehicle
Entry/Admission – Berati Castle
Everything not mentioned above

Meeting and pickup

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Pick up costs + 5€/pp

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Itinerary

Duration: 9 to 11 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Berat Castle

    Berat Castle looms above the city, filled with more than 2400 years of history, a museum, churches, mosques houses shops ect. The castle is built on a rocky hill on the left bank of the river Osum and is accessible only from the south. The center of the castle quarter is rich with many Byzantine churches; most of them unique for the wall paintings, icons and the values they hold.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    National Iconographic Museum Onufri

    This museum is set inside the Cathedral of Saint Mary up in the magnificent Berat castle. It's a collection of Byzantine carved iconostasis, as well icons painted by the famous Albanian artist Onufri.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    National Ethnographic Museum Berat

    Situated on the slopey road from Berat's old town to its Castle, the National Ethnographic Museum stands as a true local gem, totally worth a visit. This wonderful museum offers its visitors a peak into the life of a wealthy Albanian family of the 19th century.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Gorica Bridge

    In Mangalemi, below the castle, you can see the famous view of the facades of the houses, with windows that seem to stand above each other. In general, a traditional house has two floors, where the second is prominent and has many cambered windows and wood carvings. With its houses built along the steep hill, the view of Mangalemi is the reason that another name for Berat is the City of the Floating Windows. Across the Osum River lies the Gorica neighborhood, whose houses face those of Mangalemi. The arched bridge of Gorica, built in 1780, is a beautiful architectural monument constructed to link Gorica with Mangalemi.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Smoking and eating inside the vehicle is prohibited
  • Pets allowed (only on personal tours)
  • Children under 8 years will pay 20% of the price
  • Pick up offered at the hotel: 5€/pp
Supplied by Discover Albania

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