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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
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.
Hotel Drop Off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel Pick Up
Entry Tickets
Professional Tour Guide
Lunch
Personal spending & Souvenirs
Anything not mentioned as Included
Wine Tasting
Departure Point
Tirana, Albania
We will be more than happy pick you at the place you will be staying in Tirana.
Berat City Tours, Berat, Albania 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. 120 minutes
Berat Castle, Berat, Albania The Castle of Berat and the Castle of Elbasan are the only 2 historical sites where life has been continuously evolving at least in the last 2 centuries. The heavy stones in the foundation of the walls date from Antiquity times where the city bloomed under Antipatrea name.
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. 60 minutes
National Iconographic Museum Onufri, Berat, Albania Located inside the Greek Orthodox monastery, “The Dormitory of St Mary” this is one of the most interesting museums, related to religious heritage. The Church itself, a typical Byzantine, dual cross shape church with 2 dooms represents one of the best-preserved churches in Albania. Apart from its glamorous Iconostas and Spectacular Paintings in the nave, it is believed that is was also decorated with a decorative Rosete, just above the main doom.
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 minutes
Mangalem, Berat, Albania 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 minutes
Gorica Bridge, Berat, Albania 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 minutes
Durres, Durres, Albania From the Antiquity, Durres has been probably the most important Albanian city, at least till 1920 when Tirana was proclaimed as the Capital of Albania. It dates from antiquity, as one of the main ports in the Mediterranean. Also, for the Romans, it was one of the most important stations of “Via Egnatia” a merchant Roman Road.
A magnificent Amphitheater, of around 20000 seats was build 30 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Jost_KS
12 Nov 2024
Very sympathetic and competent English speaking guide. He could not only tell us about the villages, but was also available to answer other questions about land, people, history and current issues. Spontaneously he also responded to our request to visit a non-tourist restaurant and adapted the route accordingly. Absolute recommendation.
However, we had hoped for a little more from the tour and the places we visited. Especially at the price, that was too little. We still like to think back on the beautiful but not extraordinary day.
VALENTIN_V
14 Oct 2024
Muy agradable experiencia, Berat bellísimo, nuestro guía muy platicador y muy amable, fue un día sumamente agradable, y Berat es un must si o sí.
Anna_Y
19 Jul 2024
Armando was a fantastic guide and had so much information to share. Highly recommend this date trip.
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