The Guide will wait for you at the airport. Following the transfer to the hotel and some time for refreshment. We will meet again in the evening and i will do a short presentation of the tour. After the presentation we will visit the capital. This will Include the Pyramid of Tirana, the Central Square and its most representative buildings. In conclusion we will head towards the Blloku district because this area is known to be the most lively part of Tirana.

   Highlights:

• Skenderbeg Square
• Ethem Bey Mosque
• The Martyr’s Boulevard
• The Administrative Fascist Architecture Buildings
• The Pyramid of Tirane
•  The Check Point 
• Mother Teresa Square
• Blloku District

The Guide will meet you in the lobby. Following a short presentation of the day and the transfer to Kruje. The visit of Kruje will start at the Old Bazaar as this is the historic part of the town and it still thrives in economic activities. We visit inside one of the crafts for instance or spend some time to look around at the many shops. Furthermore, we continue to the Castle. Here we will know more about Albania’s National Hero. Following that, we visit an Ottoman house of the 18th Century. After the visit of Kruje, on the way to Shkoder, we will stop to an amazing Slow – Food restaurant. Following that, we visit Shkoder and its romantic alleys. In addition, we can visit also the Castle of Rozafa. Nonetheless we chouldn’t miss the incredible views from its towers. Concluding the day with the overnight in Shkoder.

 Highlights:

• The Old Bazaar Kruje (17th Century)
• The Castle (Byzantine Period)
• Ottoman House  (18th Century)
• The Castle of Rozafa ( 2nd Century B.C)
• Shkoder Old Town

We start the day with a transfer to Berat. This town is one of the oldest in Albania and counts more than 2200 years.  Furthermore, the lower part is a UNESCO historical site due to its remarkable architectural features. Besides, in the upper part, we will find a great collection of Byzantine Art. Also, the views from the towers of the upper Berat are amazing. Particularly today we have the possibility to visit one of the last castles of Europe in which there is still life inside. In conclusion evening free to enjoy ourselves with a Wine Degustation in one of the local wine yards.

 Highlights:

• Mangalemi Neighborhood
• Gorica Bridge (18th Century)
• Ethnographic Museum
• The Castle (5th – 2th Century B.C)
• The Church of Saint Mary 

Albania abounds in natural and historical sites. Moreover, on the way to Sarande, we visit a natural wonder such as the Blue Eye. This site, is about a natural park and its many springs. The most beatiful spring is surrounded by mystery and legends on its powers and crystalline waters. Besides, the second part of the day will be in the lost city of Butros aka Butrinti. Definitely the most important UNESCO site in Albania. On the way we visit the oldest Curch in Albania, namely Saint Nicholas Church. In conclusion free evening in the coastal town of Sarande.

Highlights:

• The Blue Eye
• The Saint Nicholas Church ( 12th Century)
• Butrinti (5th Century B.C)
• Saranda’s Synagogue ( 5 – 6th Century)

A super scenic drive through mountains, hills filled with secular olive trees and spectacular views of the Ionian Sea. We will make many stops on the way. Visit to Porto Palermo, a triangular fortress located on the top of a small peninsula surrounded by an incredible bay. We will stop and explore the villages of Himare and Vuno. Hence going up to 1200 m above the sea level. Also we visit Vlore, the city where the Albanians proclaimed independence from the Ottoman Empire. As well, the ancient Aulona was an important city in the Roman period. Today the city is bustling as a lively touristic destination both for nationals and internationals.

Highlights:

• Porto Palermo
• Old Himare
• Vuno Village
• Llogara National Park
• Vlora 

Visit in the Monastery of Zvernec. Later we will head to Apollonia, an ancient city that ceased life somewhere in the early medieval age. At its peak, the city was an example of perfectly functional Democracy.  The next stop will be Durres, the Rome of the Balkans. We will visit the Old Byzantine Walls and the Roman Amphitheater of the 2nd Century. Evening transfer to Tirana.

Highlights:

• Zvernec Monastery  (13th Century)
• Apollonia (5th Century B.C)
• Durres (6th Century B.C)

Explore some more from the surroundings of the capital along with a visit to Dajti National Park. In order to get to the top, we will take the panoramic cable car. Following a small hiking to enjoy the views and the nature.  Alternatively, free time for shopping activities and lunch. Transfer to the airport or hotel.