Albania · UNESCO Heritage Sites

4-Day Albania Heritage Tour with Berat, Gjirokastra and Butrint

4 Days Round trip from Tirana Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Berat Castle and the Onufri Iconographic Museum
  • 02 Explore Gjirokastra, the "City of Stones," and its majestic castle
  • 03 See the clear blue water springs of Syri i Kaltër
  • 04 Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of ancient Butrint

Travel through scenic Albania and immerse yourself in its history, beauty, and culture on a journey from Tirana to Berat, Gjirokastra, Saranda, and Butrint. Visit significant landmarks such as the Et'hem Bey Mosque and National History Museum in Tirana, Berat Castle, Gjirokastra - also called the "City of Stones" - and the ancient city of Butrint, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire the clear blue water springs of Syri i Kaltër and enjoy beautiful views of the Ionian Sea along the Riviera coastline.

Ancient Butrint is the most important archaeological discovery in Albania and has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1992.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Berat, Gjirokaster, Sarande, Tirana, Butrint National Park, Llogara National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Tirana and City Walking Tour

  • Arrive in Tirana and meet your Albanian tour guide for pick-up and transfer.

  • Visit the Et'hem Bey Mosque, Clock Tower, Skanderbeg Square, Orthodox Church, National History Museum, and more on a walking tour of Tirana with your guide.

Overnight in Tirana.

2
Day 02

Berat Castle and Gjirokastra Discovery

  • In Berat, visit the famous Berat Castle and the Onufri Museum.

  • Head to Gjirokastra city. It is named the "City of Stones" because of its unique Albanian architecture.

  • Wander through the majestic castle and walk around the city.

  • Stop by the historical museum and the ethnographic museum.

Overnight in Gjirokastra.

3
Day 03

Gjirokastra, Syri i Kaltër, and Saranda

  • After eating a delicious breakfast, complete your tour of the rest of Gjirokastra city.

  • Depart for Syri i Kaltër - known as "The Blue Eye." It is a popular tourist attraction, with clear blue water springing from a pool more than fifty meters deep, surrounded by mountains and forests.

  • Spend the rest of the day at Lëkurësi Castle, located on top of Saranda Hill.

  • Enjoy some free time in Saranda.

Overnight in Saranda.

4
Day 04

Butrint, Riviera Coastline, and Llogara National Park

  • Savor a scrumptious breakfast and drive to Butrint. Ancient Butrint is the most important archaeological discovery in Albania and has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1992. It includes sights such as the Asclepius temple, the theatre, the stoa, the portals, the baptistery, the Venetian fortress, and more.

  • Return to Tirana through the Riviera coastline and indulge in beautiful views of the Ionian Sea.

  • Make a short stop in Llogara National Park.

Overnight in Tirana.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tirana 6 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Breakfast x 3

  • Dinner x 4

  • 4 nights accommodation

  • English-speaking Albanian tour guide

  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan

  • Local guide in Berat, Gjirokastra, and Butrint

What's Not Included

  • Airport/departure tax

  • Single room occupancy is possible at an extra charge.

  • Lunch

  • Personal expenses

  • Tips

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Tirana airport, Tirana, Albania
Tour start
Tirana, Albania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Tirana.

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