Mini UNESCO Food Tour
Mini UNESCO Food Tour
Mini UNESCO Food Tour
4 Days Starting and ending in Tirana
Visiting: Tirana, Durrës, Berat, Gjirokaster, Sarandë, Blue Eye, Buthrotum, Ksamil, Porto Palermo, Vlorë, Llogara National Park
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Recommended For:
18-30 somethings, 50 plus, Couples, Family-Kids, LGBT plus, Singles
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
4 - 12
Age range:
4-90
Special diets catered:
Kosher, Vegetarians, Vegans, HalalMeat
Tour operated in:
English , SpanishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
Spend an afternoon wandering in the cobbled streets of Berat, with its Ottoman homes earning it the name “The city of thousand windows”. Venture down to Gjirokastra where a massive oval fortress guards over the steep, narrow streets and stone – roofed houses. Explore the 8th century BC city of Butrint and head back to Tirana through the southern coastland drive. The narrow alleys and castle of the city of “a thousand windows” of BeratThe Bazaar built of stone of GjirokastraA hypnotic spring and a coffee break in the middle of waterfalls
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Sightseeing Tour Of Berat Via Durres
Location: Tirana, Durrës, Berat
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Mangalem or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
We travel to Berat, stopping for a short walking tour and coffee break in Durres.
Transfer to Berat passing through suggestive hills full of olive trees.
Get settled in the hotel and head out for a guided tour with the local guide admiring the citadel / castle of Berat with the Red Mosque, recognized by its solitary minaret. The White Mosque, the Church of the Holy Trinity and the arched bridge of Gorica, built in 1780 are the other attractions that await you after the Castle.
Step in the Onufri National Iconographic Museum, built in 1986. The Museum’s name honours the Albanian master painter of the 16th century, Onufri, who is responsible for a rich legacy of iconography in the country. The museum contains an immense collection of one-hundred and seventy-three select objects from Albanian churches and monasteries.
Head for lunch in a local restaurant facing the city.
Enjoy the rest of the day to wander in the two main districts of Mangalem and Gorica.
Day 2 : Sightseeing Tour Of Gjirokastra (Unesco)
Location: Gjirokaster
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Kalemi or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Transfer to Gjirokaster to discover the city of “a thousand steps”.
Soak up to the rich history of the castle and enjoy the view of the “city of stone” from above.
Pass by the Ottoman Bazaar and historic wooden houses and visit Gjirokastra Obelisk dedicated to the first school of Gjirokastra and enjoy the 360º view from there.
Stop for lunch in a small, local restaurant for a taste of the city’s authentic dishes.
Step into Skenduli house, the nicest Ottoman tower house and listen to its history and details from the 10th generation of Skenduli family.
Enjoy a relaxing evening in the streets of Gjirokastra.
Day 3 : Sightseeing Tour Of Butrint & The Blue Eye Spring
Location: Sarandë, Blue Eye, Buthrotum, Ksamil
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Titania or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Transfer to the Blue Eye and marvel at the spring’s shades of blue and nature around it.
Drive to Butrint and set off on a guided tour with a local guide. Marvel at 2500 year of history embedded in the Amphitheater, the Castle, the Churches and the Lion Gate.
Drive to Ksamil and enjoy a treat of a lunch at The Mussel House.
Spend your afternoon in Ksamil and on the way back to Saranda visit the Lekursi Castle overseeing the city.
Day 4 : Vlore Via Llogara National Park
Location: Porto Palermo, Vlorë, Tirana, Llogara National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
En route to the city of Vlore, explore the Ali Pasha Castle with your Tour Director.
Marvel at the architecture and listen to entertaining legends about the man who build it, Ali Pashe Tepelena.
Stop at Llogara “balcony” for a stunning view from above of the South Coast beaches and then head for lunch to Llogara National Park freshened by the mountain breeze and pine trees.
Visit the city of Vlore in the afternoon. Hometown to the National Independence movement, visit the Flag Square with its Independence Monument right in the center, the Muradie Mosque and Vlore Lungomare.
Transfer to Tirana. (Hotel accommodation in Tirana is not included on tour)
What's Included
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Accommodation
3 nights in handpicked hotels
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Drinks with Meals
meals with beer or wine
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Entrance Fees
3 guided sightseeing tours and select entrance fees
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Fully Guided
Expert Tour Director & local guides
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Meals – Half Board
4 Lunches three course meals with beer or wine.
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Private deluxe motor coach
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
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International Travel
Optional Extras
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Pre/Post Tour Accommodation
Single Room
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Airport Pick up / Drop off
Airport Pick up / Drop off
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Pre/Post Tour Accommodation
Double Room
Requirements
From April to October light clothing that provide comfort are advised. Sunglasses, a sun hat, and good pair of walking shoes or sneakers are recommended for sightseeing. A lightweight jacket and emergency rainwear are also advised
Check out our Q&As
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes! No matter which of our tours you pick, when you go solo, you’ll have your Tour Director and fellow travelers to keep you company.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No is not included. If you
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Travelling to Albania by boat/ferry
There are many ferry companies making the jouney to and from Durrës, distancing just 37km from Tirana (a pick up service is often included in the tour price - please check for details).
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Travelling to Albania by plane
Nënë Tereza International Airport is 17 km northwest of Tirana and is a modern, well-managed terminal. There are no domestic flights within Albania.
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Albania: Climate & Weather
The climate is decidedly Mediterranean throughout the whole of the coastal area with hot summers tending towards heat waves. Winters are rainy but mild in temperature with very agreeable mid-seasons. It tends to be more continental in the mountainous zones: The temperature differences are especially marked from one season to another and the north-east of the country experiences winters with frequent snow.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of good albania charges.
Up to 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 44 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
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