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Private Day Tour of Gjirokastra from Tirana

By Go as Local
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €300 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 11h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

During this private tour, you will enjoy a personalised and comfortable journey through the UNESCO-listed Museum City of Gjirokastra. Tailored to your interests and pace, the experience combines visits to historic landmarks, rich cultural heritage, and authentic glimpses into everyday local life.

You will have the flexibility to explore iconic sites such as the Gjirokastra Castle, traditional Ottoman-era houses, and the charming stone streets, while your guide provides dedicated attention and deeper insights into the city’s history and traditions. This private experience allows for a more relaxed atmosphere, opportunities for custom stops, and a closer connection with the local culture, making your visit truly unique and memorable.

Activity location

  • Gjirokaster Castle
    • Gjirokaster, Albania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Tiranë
    • Tiranë, Tirana County, Albania

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Private Day Tour of Gjirokastra from Tirana
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€300.00 x 1 Adult€300.00
Total
Price is €300.00
Until Thu, 19 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance fees
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All Fees and Taxes
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional tour guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Tirana (Pass by)

Hotel Pick Up

Gjirokaster Castle

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Walking along the old stoned Bazaar, from the Otoman Time we will reach the Castle of Gjirokastra. It is the biggest Castle in Albania and it is also the home place of the National Folk Festival. Castle tour and visit at the Museum of Arms inside the castle.

Gjirokastra Bazaar

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Old Bazaar is masterly paved in stones assembling to a black and white carpet.

Ethnographic Museum

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Visit in the family house of Enver Hoxha, transferred into an Ethnographic Museum. City tour and visit at “Mad People Street” where Ismail Kadare, the most famous Albanian Writer was born.

Restaurant Tradicional Odaja

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Gjirokastra is also characterised from a local unique and very delicious Cuisine where most of the most interesting dishes are “Qifqi”, “Pasha Qofte”, “Shapkat” “Oshaf” etc. Lunch break in one traditional Restaurant (lunch is not included in the price)

Experience Gjirokastra

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
The history of the “Stone City” of Gjirokastra dates since the IVth Century AD . Known as Argyrokastro (Silver Castle) it has been an important economic, politic and cultural city since the early Byzantine Era. Since 2005 the City is part of the UNESCO world Heritage known for its high preserved Otoman Style Buildings and Architecture. The main components of the unique style are - Stone House Rooftops - Unique “Small Fortes” house style - The old Bazaar

Location

Activity location

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    Gjirokaster Castle
    • Gjirokaster, Albania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Tiranë
    • Tiranë, Tirana County, Albania

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