Things to do in Gjirokaster County, Gjirokaster County: The Best Multi-day Tours

This multi-day Jeep tour in South Albania is designed for those who want to travel off the beaten track and explore some of the amazing rural locations that ordinary tour buses just cannot reach. The specialized vehicles make it possible to reach areas such as the Osumi Canyon, old villages of Albania, and the off-road path to Permet.

Inclusions: 2 nights accommodation, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Breakfast, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Drinks, Lunch, Dinner, Gratuities

This tour combines some of the lesser known countries in the Balkans; Albania, Macedonia, Kosovo and Montenegro, by trying to show the best each of these countries offers. Albania offers a mixture of cultural elements with 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a rich archaeological legacy. Macedonia offers some of the most excellent religious relics, with Ohrid having the biggest Icon museum in the region as well as many beautiful churches. This theme is carried over into Kosovo the newest state in Europe, where we combine religious monuments with tasting of wine and local foods. The Tour will end up in Montenegro which has made a name for itself based on its wild natural beauty.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 13 nights accommodation, Driver/guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, All Fees and Taxes

This 7 day tour aims to present Albanian cities/sites and objects, which fall under UNESCO protection. Albania counts several cities and objects that are part of our cultural heritage, so the value of this particular tour is of great cultural and archaeological importance. During the 7 day tour, you will explore the fabulous town of Berat (known as the city of the THOUSAND AND ONE WINDOWS), and Gjirokastra, the stone town that still fanatically fosters the tradition and culture of the country. You will also explore the ancient city of Butrint, which was proclaimed a museum in 1961, and in 1992 entered under the protection of UNESCO; The Blue Eye Natural Park; the fascinating old village of Qeparo, and enjoy free time on the lovely Himara beaches. Further on, you visit Përmet (known as the City of Roses), and we'll pass by Tepelena, with a visit of Ali Pasha Tepelena Castle.

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks, Menu extras, Bedroom mini bar

This tour provides the opportunity to discover Albania and get a taste of the incredible beauty of Montenegro. Beginning in Albania, our visits include a number of the highlights of this country and its fascinating history, ancient and the more recent years of communist struggle, with four UNESCO sites visited as well as the beautifully scenic Albanian Riviera. In Montenegro we enjoy the stunning scenery of Kotor Bay visiting the old town, a wonderful ‘living museum’ of historic and picturesque streets. We also visit Budva, rich in historical monuments and home to yet another wonderful old town, which offers a treasure chest of cultural heritage. Other visits here include eye-catching Perast and historically glorious Cetinje, Montenegro’s ‘honorary’ capital.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 9 nights accommodation, Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunches, Dinners, All Fees and Taxes

Here you will experience Albania’s true beauty, where you can choose to go rafting through the Osumi canyon or explore all that the canyon has to offer, by hiking through it. The beauty of the Osumi canyon will allow your imagination to flow immersing you in its wonder and splendor. Vjosa River. This river is one of Europe’s last free-flowing rivers, and is classified as a class III rapid. Prepare for waves up to four feet and narrow passages that will send the boat shimmying and water gushing over the sides. Vjosa River’s 270km course is wild and untamed, adorned with beautiful canyons, braided river sections, islands and oxbows.After rafting, we will enjoy lunch with local products followed by a visit to the thermal baths of Benjës. Warm water rushes from underground to these pools year round, providing a relaxing treat. Visit and wine tasting in Çobo Winery.Visit the Castle of Berat. Berat’s Castle dates from the 4th century, though most of the structure is from the 13th.

Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Rafting Equipments, Air-conditioned vehicle, Accomodation as described

Exclusions: The trip fare doesn’t include coffee and any kind of drink except water

When asked about Albanian food and heritage, most people would not know much but between the all-natural, delicious food, ancient cities bursting with legends and people with unique personalities, falling in love with Albania, Kosovo and North Macedonia is assured. HIGHTLIGHTS – Saint Naum Monastery & Lake Ohrid – Mother Teresa Square & UNESCO Berat – The views of Gjirokastra Fortress - UNESCO – Memorial Complex of Prekaz (Kosovo) – Roshnik village wine tasting – Rahovec wine region in Kosovo – The “ottoman” town of Prizren – National Parks of Butrint & Matka – The Thermal Baths of Benje – The Natural Spring of "The Blue Eye"

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, 2 Wine Tasting experiences, Expert Tour Director & local guides, Private deluxe motor coach, 7 Guided sightseeing Tours and select entrance fees  , Boat Tour of Matka

Exclusions: Anything else not mentioned in inclusions, Single Room addition 240 €, Gratuities (optional)

This seven-day tour program offers a combination of deservedly famed historical UNESCO sites such as Ohrid, Berat, Gjirokastra and Butrint with traditions, local culture and culinary wonders. This tour of Albania & North Macedonia takes us through some of the best national parks of these two Balkan countries. During these 7 days, you will be able to visit some medieval splendour cities, UNESCO protected lake Ohrid and spectacular land and seascapes of Albania and Macedonia.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, BB (Accommodation and Breakfast) for all overnights, Professional tour guide, Transport provided by the company , Hotel pick up in Tirana, Hotel drop off in Tirana, Tourist taxes, Road taxes, International car insurance , Petrol

Exclusions: Lunches, Dinners, Drinks & Snacks, 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.

Explorer the historic heritage and cultural diversity of the lands. On this tour we’ll discover the beauty and the vast Greek, Roman and Ottoman legacy. Our journey will take us to the post-communist, busy and eclectic Tirana, the capital of Albania and the Ottoman-era town of Gjirokaster and Korca, the city of Serenates. Once we’ve gained deeper understanding of Albanian rich history, we will cross the border to Greece to admire the natural beauty of Pindus Mountains in Zagoria region. We’ll take the meandering roads through the mountains, which are passing by small, charming villages and dramatic gorges. We will explorer multicultural Ioannina, visit the famous Meteora monasteries.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 4 nights accommodation, Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, All Fees and Taxes

This tour is about 8 days starting from Corfu, Greece to Albania. In addition to the major highlights visited, this tour includes also the south eastern part of Albania which offers a combination of cultural monuments, magnificent natural landscapes and tasty cuisine.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 7 nights accommodation, Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunches, Dinners, All Fees and Taxes

This is a tour which is devised for travelers who can save considerable travel costs by flying to Dubrovnik, or those who would like to combine a Croatian holiday with an Albanian discovery tour. This tour visits all UNESCO sites of Albania as well as Dubrovnik in Croatia and Kotor in Montenegro both UNESCO sites as well.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour Guide, 7 nights accommodation

Exclusions: Lunches and Dinners, All Fees and Taxes