Things to do in Durres County, Durres County: The Best Archaeology Tours

After meeting at Adriatik Hotel lobby, we will start our walking tour at the main square "Liria”. At the beginning of the tour, you will come across some fine specimens of the city's architecture dating back to the 1930's. Visit the Roman Amphitheatre from the 2nd century AD. Built during the reign of Emperor Trajan, this is one of the biggest amphitheaters in the Balkans. Walk down the seaside promenade enjoying the fresh air and the view of the largest bay in Albania. The Byzantine Chapel is our next stop. An early Christian chapel built on the side of the Amphitheatre, the chapel's western alcove preserves a unique polychromatic mosaic representing old, Christian iconography. L Then head to the Venetian Tower, where a flight of stairs will take you to the roof and give you some of the best views of this old city, there you can relax and have a coffee break.

Inclusions: Transport with a/c vehicle, City tour of Durres, Driver/ Guide, Hotel pick-up and drop off, Entrance fees to the Amphitheatre

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Vlore is a harbour city that holds special meaning for Albanians, as this is where the country declared its independence from the Ottoman Empire at the start of the 20th century. So you can take a whistle-stop tour of monuments and museums celebrating the statesman Ismail Qemali’s first government, and in doing so get to know a little more about what it means to be Albanian. If you’d like ideas for days trips the wider region is both untamed and beautiful.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages

Shkodra is one of the oldest and most historic place in Albania.This city is a important cultural and economical center of Albania. Shkodra is also known as the center of the Albanian Catholicism and a perfect proof of the fact that all different relegation can adjoin in one country.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

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Everything explained in an easy and fully understandable way from a local Raised and born in the city

Inclusions: Walking tour, English-speaking tour guide

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It's a daily trip of two cities the most important in terms of history and culture in Albania. Rich in history and tradition, Kruja is home of the patriots and the epicenter of Albania’s independence from the Ottoman Empire. Shkodra is the cradle of the most important Albanian poets, like Migjeni, painters like Kol Idromeno, and photographers, the Marubi Family. Shkodra houses the haunting Marubi National Photography Museum, which displays the first photo taken in Albania.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour Leader, All entry fees mentioned in our itinerary

Exclusions: Lunch & Snacks, Souvenris & Tip

Immerse yourself in the ancient past of Durres and explore the amazing monuments of classical antiquity. Get an in depth view of the local history with  private guide and learn how the city was considered the “Tavern of the Adriatic”. Visit one of the biggest Roman Amphitheater in the Balkans and the Byzantine Chapel inside of it. Explore the Archaeological and Ethnographic Museums of Durres. Walk along the Venetian Tower and the Byzantine wall, “the old-and-new-in the same time”. Perfect for all ages.

Inclusions: Professional Guide.

Exclusions: Lunch, Drinks

Our agency & tour operator promotes Albania with our tailor made packages for local guiding tours that show the history, tradition, food and culture heritages. All the tourist guides are licensed and trained to guide for a sustainable tourism. Within this project we want to develop a green way to expose our tours in the market by making Albania, the last secret to discover in Balkans, visible, green and blue sustainable. The way to keep it green and blue sustainable is by offering well designed tours that are friendly environment, such as: Tree Plant tours Culinary trips in agritourism farms with 100 % Albanian products Bird watching tours Sea coast walking tour Fishing tours, Observing traditional fishing with hooks and lines Tours with the youths from the schools to promote an environmental education ... The combination of Dea's tours with the latest green technology will allow us to grow in the market, obtain a green/blue growth and maintain a clean tourism.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Airport/Departure Tax, WiFi on board

We leave Durres at 08:00 AM in the morning by traveling to Prizren, Kosovo to learn more about the story of this old city.The history of Prizren dates to Ancient times, with the first mention of the city in the 2nd century AD. Since that time, the land has been claimed by many different kingdoms- including Romans, Bulgarians, Byzantines, Serbians and Ottomans. The Main Attractions: Shadervan Square – Stone Bridge - Gazi Mehmet Hammam – Clock Tower XV. -. Sinan Pasha Mosque. - Emin Pasha Mosque. Prizren Castle- Fortress - The exact date of the building of the Fortress of Prizren is not known. However, it is believed that the fortress dates from the 6th century This is followed by a delicious light lunch of dishes that are typical to the area. After return back to Hotel Adriatik.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation, Entrance fees to the Castle.

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The city of Gjirokastra is part of the UNESCO World Heritage List and is one of the most attractive tourist sites of the country. Perched on the eastern side of the Wide Mountain (Mali i Gjërë), the city began as a fourth century castle, which is today the greatest castle in the whole country. Inside the fortress is the Museum of Weapons, where weapons of different periods up until the Second World War are displayed. Gjirokastra is known as “The City of Stone”

Inclusions: Transport with a/c vehicle , Driver/ Guide, Hotel pick-up and drop off, Entrance fees to the Gjirokastra Castle

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Why Everyone Should Visit Albania At Least Once. Albania has amazing beaches.There are plenty of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Souvenirs