Things to do in Durres County, Durres County: The Best Wine Tours & Tastings

Albania is the last unexplored area of the Europian touristic map, so the interest to visit this small and beautiful country is growing more and more. Albania has become a favorite destination for travelers. Having been almost entirely closed off under the hard-line communist regime for many decades, the country is still considered an exotic tourist destination. The natural scenery and beauty of the mountainous countryside is therefore largely unspoilt. Visitors can discover gorgeous beaches.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Entrance to the Museum and Castle, All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Diver/Tour Guide

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On this tour we combine history with wine and food culture in this small group tour showcasing 2 of the best places of interest. You will see the historic city of Kruje, 2 of the most interesting museums with all the relevant information of Kruje, Albania and its history through time. Enjoy the tastes of Albania with a traditional lunch before and afternoon spent at Duka winery & vineyards. Bask in the beauty of the hillside location, taste a selection of wine and enjoy Tapas all included on your tour price.

Inclusions: Light lunch with a choice of traditional Albanian dishes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Wine Tasting, Tapas, Expert Guide , Hotel pick up & drop off, All entrance fees

Exclusions: Personal purchases

We believe that the best way to explore a culture deep in its roots, is by tasting its traditional dishes. This tour is dedicated to the food and wine lovers, combining cooking lessons of traditional dishes with fine wine tasting and slow foods secret recipes. This tour aims to help you experience Albania’s incredibly delicious foods, understand the secrets flavors of its cuisine and the warm welcoming off the beaten path!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfasts for two overnights, Wine/Raki/olive oil tasting during the first day, Cooking lessons & dinner in the castle of Kruja, Accommodation in Kruja for the first night , Slow food fine dinner on the second evening, Accommodation in the Agro-tourism farm for the second night, Wine tasting on the third day of the tour, Transport provided by the company, Professional tour guide, Entry tickets for the ‘’will be visited’’ sites, Hotel pick up in Tirana, Hotel drop off in Tirana , Tourist taxes, Road taxes, Petrol

Exclusions: Lunches, Drinks & Snacks (apart from the ones mentioned in the included section), Souvenirs, Personal spending , Everything that is not mentioned in the included, * Tips are not a must in Albania or the Balkans, However, our recommendation is to tip the tour guide/driver 5 - 6 Euros per day/person, as an international practice to tip good service. , * Please note that prices are calculated on triple or quadruples room occupancy. , Double or single room occupancy is possible on extra charge. , The Triple/Quadruple room occupancy means you might share the room with other travellers, and/or the tour guide (whom could be males or females). , Double room occupancy is possible on 10 Euros extra charge per night per person. , Single room occupancy is possible on 20 Euros extra charge per night per person.

In this tour you will know the most representative of Albanian Cuisine that is part of the cultural heritage and a mixed result of mutual influences from other countries. Some specialities you find also elsewhere, but why we can not say that the others got from us? You will understand that during this 10 day tour that combine culinary with history, culture, tradition, religion and nature.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, 9 nights accommodation, Local Drinks during meals, Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle, English Speaking Guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Health/Travel insurance, Other personal expenses

On this tour you explore a local hotspot for many Albanians: The city of Durres, the most ancient city of Albania, enjoy different types of local wine and food in a picturesque setting in Lazli Bay and hike towards a fairytale castle in the Cape of Rodon. HIGHLIGHTS: • Durres’ street – art • Amphitheater and Archeological Museum visit • Local wine and food in Duka Winery & Vineyard • Skanderbeg Castle in the Cape of Rodon 

Inclusions: All activities, Local guide, Tour escort/host, Wine Tasting, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Gratuities

This upland city in south -central Albania has 2600 years of history, which has bestowed it with stunning archaeology ,quaint residential areas and preserved monuments . Berat's appeal lies in its UNESCO World Heritage architecture and the epic mountain scenery that shelters the city. Since coming under the yoke of the Ottoman Empire in the 1400s Berat is also a place where Christians and Muslims have lived together in relative peace.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

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Prepare to be amazed during this 2-day tour while visiting the cities of Berat and Durres and learning more about their fascinating history and monuments.

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Transport with a/c vehicle, City Tour of Durres and Berat, Tasting menu in Cobo Winery (4 sample wines, 1 glass of raki, bread, olives and cheeses), Hotel pickup and drop-off, 1 night accommodation in Berat in BB

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities

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

We believe that the best way to explore a culture deep in its roots is by tasting its food and traditional dishes. This tour is dedicated to food and wine lovers, combining cooking lessons of traditional dishes with fine wine tasting and slow food secret recipes. This tour aims to help you experience Albania’s incredibly delicious food, understand the secrets flavors of its cuisine and the warm welcoming off the beaten path!

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Wine/Raki/olive oil tasting during the first day, Lunch on the first day, Cooking lessons & lunch within the castle of Kruja on the second day, Exploring the medieval bazaar in Kruja, Tours in the Agro-tourism farms , Slow food fine dinner first evening, BB (Accommodation and Breakfast) in the Agro-tourism farm, Transport provided by the company , Professional tour guide, Hotel pick up in Tirana , Hotel drop off in Tirana, Tourist taxes, Road taxes, Petrol

Exclusions: Drinks & Snacks (apart from the ones mentioned in the included section), Souvenirs, Personal spending , Everything that is not mentioned in the included , * Tips are not a must in Albania or the Balkans, However, our recommendation is to tip the tour guide/driver 5 - 6 Euros per day/person, as an international practice to tip good service., * Please note that prices are calculated on triple or quadruples room occupancy. , Double or single room occupancy is possible on extra charge. , The Triple/Quadruple room occupancy means you might share the room with other travellers , and/or the tour guide (whom could be males or females). , Double room occupancy is possible on 10 Euros extra charge per night per person. , Single room occupancy is possible on 20 Euros extra charge per night per person.

Famous for its unique Medieval History, traditions and religions tolerance, Kruja is, for instance, one of the cities with the brightest past in Albania. Starting from the XI century it has always been a stronghold in countless wars. In addition, this day tour brings the best values of Kruja unique Old Bazaar, the famous castle, Ethnographic Museum and more. This tour is well balanced between driving and some short walks into charming cobblestone streets of Kruja and inside its castle. The tour of Kruja could not have finished better than a wine tasting experience in a local winery, not dar from Kruja and Tirana.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Alcoholic Beverages

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