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A hillside village with white buildings and a rocky mountain in the background. 1
A stone castle wall with a metal railing and a gate. 2
A stone bridge with white railings, a stone pathway, and a mountainous backdrop with buildings. 3
A stone archway leading into a tunnel, with a 'no entry' sign on the left. 4
A town nestled in a valley surrounded by hills, with a river running through it. 5
By Xhejni Travel

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €35 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage city of Berat and its rich history
    • Visit Berat Castle, one of the oldest inhabited fortresses in the world
    • Cross the historic Gorica Bridge and explore the Gorica district
    • Enjoy a traditional Albanian lunch and free time to explore the city

Activity location

    • Tirana
    • Tirana, Tirana County, Albania

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Tirana
    • Tirana, Tirana County, Albania

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From Durres/Golem: Scenic Tour to Berat City UNESCO Gem

  • Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes6h 30m
    6h 30m
  • English
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€35.00 x 2 Adults€70.00
Total
Price is €70.00

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Professional local guide
  • Inclusions
    Transport (A/C vehicle)
  • Inclusions
    Pick-up and drop-off
  • Inclusions
    Entrance to Berat Castle
  • Inclusions
    City walking tour
  • Inclusions
    Photo stops at Belsh Lake & Dumreja Lakes
  • Exclusions
    Lunch
  • Exclusions
    Onufri Museum entry (if not included in package)
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Pets
    • Not suitable for: People over 70 years, People over 95 years, Wheelchair users
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Begin your journey with a pickup from your accommodation in Durres/Golem. Enjoy a comfortable drive through central Albania.

    Arrive in Berat and enjoy a panoramic stop overlooking the Mangalem quarter and the Osum River. Explore the hilltop fortress with your guide, discovering ancient Illyrian walls, stone towers, traditional houses, and artisan workshops. Visit the Onufri National Iconography Museum, home to rare icons, 16th-century artworks, and religious objects.

    Walk through the historic Ottoman quarter of Mangalem, passing the King Mosque, white stone houses, and narrow alleys. Cross the iconic 18th-century Gorica Bridge to explore the serene Gorica district with wonderful views of Mangalem.

    Enjoy free time for lunch at a traditional restaurant, with typical dishes including qifqi, tave dishes, local cheese, and homemade wine or raki. After lunch, wander through the main boulevard, relax at a café, buy souvenirs, or enjoy the river view. Finally, return to your starting location and be dropped off at your hotel.

Location

Activity location

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    • Tirana
    • Tirana, Tirana County, Albania

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Tirana
    • Tirana, Tirana County, Albania