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Albania’s Historic Gems (Self-Guided)

Tirana, Albania
  • 7 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • Airport rental car pick-up and drop-off at Tirana International Airport
    • A fully air-conditioned private car, for the entire duration of the tour
    • Full CASCO insurance
    • Professional guide available 24/7 for online assistance
    • 6 nights in hotels in different villages/cities in Albania (rooms upon request)
    • All entrance fees
    • A professionally curated digital travel dossier (PDF)
    • Breakfast (6)
      Breakfast

      Meeting and Pickup

      Pickup points

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      Pickup details

      The traveler may specify their preferred meeting location. Upon arrival—whether at the airport or their hotel—they will be warmly greeted by a company representative holding a sign displaying the name of the person who made the reservation. You will receive the keys and documents for your rental vehicle, which you will use throughout the entire journey. After a brief introduction and travel instructions, you will begin your self-drive journey.

      Operating hours
      .9:00 am

      Itinerary

      Day 1

      Arrival in Tirana & City Discovery

      1 Stop

      1

      Tirana

      8 hours • Admission Ticket Free

      Accommodation: Overnight stay at a centrally located 4-star hotel in Tirana.

      Meals: Not included

      Day 2

      Exploring the Charm of Shkodër and Shiroka

      3 Stops

      1

      Shkoder

      2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

      2

      Rozafa Castle

      4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

      3

      Shkodra Lake

      4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

      Accommodation: Overnight stay at a centrally located 4-star hotel in Shkoder.

      Meals: Breakfast

      Day 3

      From Skanderbeg’s City to the Capital

      2 Stops

      1

      Kruje

      4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

      2

      Tirana

      6 hours • Admission Ticket Free

      Accommodation: Overnight stay at a centrally located 4-star hotel in Tirana.

      Meals: Breakfast

      Day 4

      From Coastal Durrës to Historic Berat

      2 Stops

      1

      Durres

      4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

      2

      Berat

      6 hours • Admission Ticket Free

      Accommodation: Overnight stay at a centrally located 4-star hotel in Berat.

      Meals: Breakfast

      Day 5

      Ancient Apollonia & Historic Gjirokastër

      2 Stops

      1

      Apollonia Archaeological Park

      4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

      2

      Gjirokaster

      4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

      Accommodation: Overnight stay at a centrally located 4-star hotel in Gjirokaster.

      Meals: Breakfast

      Day 6

      Syri i Kaltër, Sarandë, Mesopotam Monastery and Butrint national Park

      4 Stops

      1

      The Blue Eye

      3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

      2

      Mesopotam

      2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

      3

      Butrint National Park

      4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

      4

      Saranda

      2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

      Accommodation: Overnight stay at a centrally located 4-star hotel in Saranda.

      Meals: Breakfast

      Day 7

      Return

      1 Stop

      1

      Tirana

      4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

      Accommodation: Not included

      Meals: Breakfast

      Additional Info

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Near public transportation
      • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
      • Most travelers can participate
      • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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      You can cancel up to 3 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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