Private Day Tour of Berat and Durres from Tirana
Private Day Tour of Berat and Durres from Tirana
With more than 20 centuries of history, Berat is a mosaic city of different cultures and influences. It is where local ancient civilizations of the 6th Century BC are fused with Roman culture, the medieval period, Eastern Ottoman influence, and communist changes. Apart from its Unique architecture under UNESCO protection Berat is also characterized by a wealthy traditional culture, heritage, and religious harmony.On the other hand Durres as one of the most important historical sites of Albania with incredible importance in the history and archeology of the country.
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Berat City Tours
Leaving Tirana we will head toward the South of the Country in visiting one of the most Unique and Charming cities of Albanian. In around 2 hours drive we will be driving through some soft, low terrain in one of the most productive agriculture areas of Albania.
2 hoursBerat Castle
The Castle is the oldest neighborhood in the Historical part with a major Orthodox Population and many charming Byzantine Churches. Situated at the top of a hill this castle dominates the city today and is naturally protected from 3 sides from very steep terrain. The population inside has been living inside this castle for centuries, creating in this way a very strong community, almost like a big family.
1 hourNational Iconographic Museum Onufri
The Icon museum contains mainly paintings from Onufri and his legacy but also an anonymous painter of the period. These are all testimonials for a high intellectual level of the city.
30 minutesMangalem
Based on the Archeological excavations and Documents, Berat rebloomed on the 13th-century, especially inside the castle. The city evolves, bringing an increase of the population and in this way an expansion of the dwellings outside the Castle. Mangalem was structured mainly in the Ottoman period and was definitely shaped as today after an earthquake where some parts of the city were destroyed. The style changed from a heavy towers style with small windows and stone to a lighter structure, with more windows and way lighter.
20 minutesGorica Bridge
During the 17th and 18th Century Berat was one of the most important cities in Albania and it also attracted citizens from all over the country to create settlements around the city. In this way, Gorica was created mainly as a merchant quarter especially with citizens from Voskopoja of South East of Albania. The white color of the city and the style were preserved creating in this way a city with two similar faces on 2 sides of Osumi river, connected through the Stone Bridge of Gorica.
15 minutesDurres
A magnificent Amphitheater, of around 20000 seats was build
30 minutesIncluded
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entry Tickets
- Hotel Pick Up
- Hotel Drop Off
- Professional Tour Guide
- Entry/Admission - Gorica Bridge
- Entry/Admission - Berat Castle
- Entry/Admission - Berat City Tours
- Entry/Admission - National Iconographic Museum Onufri
Not Included
- Lunch
- Personal spending & Souvenirs
- Anything not mentioned as Included
- Wine Tasting
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.