UNESCO Riviera Experience
7 days / 6 nights · Albania

UNESCO Riviera Experience

A 7-day, 6-night tour of Albania from Kruja through Durrës and Berat to Vlora and Tirana, with a hike down the Osumi Canyon, a boat trip to Sazan Island and Karaburun National Marine Park, and an evening of polyphonic sounds recognized by UNESCO.

Duration7 days / 6 nights
CountriesAlbania
Group typeGroups & FIT, B2B

Route

Kruja → Durrës → Berat → Skrapar → Zvërnec → Vlorë → Tirana

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. 1
    Airport – Kruja

    Departure for the historic city of Kruja. Visit the following sites:

    • Kruja Castle
    • Gjergj Kastrioti National Museum
    • The Old Bazaar
    • Sari Salltik (if your flight arrives early in the morning)

    Enjoy dinner with the locals at a restaurant.

  2. 2
    Kruja – Durrës – Berat

    After breakfast, head to Durrës to visit the following:

    • The Amphitheater
    • The Venetian Tower

    Continue to Berat where you will visit the Castle of Berat, Onufri Museum, and take a walk through the famous neighborhoods of Mangalem and Gorica. Dinner will include a selection of wines.

  3. 3
    Berat – Skrapar – Berat

    Begin the hike down the Osumi Canyon (2-3 hours, depending on the group’s preference) and enjoy:

    • The unique ecosystem
    • Caves
    • Rock formations

    End the day with dinner and accommodation in Berat.

    Overnight in Berat
  4. 4
    Berat – Zvërnec – Vlorë

    Depart for Zvërnec and explore:

    • Treport Castle
    • Monastery of Santa Maria

    Continue to Vlora, where you will enjoy a cultural tour and an evening of polyphonic sounds recognized by UNESCO.

  5. 5
    Vlorë – Sazan – Karaburun – Vlorë

    Embark on a 6-hour boat trip to the islands and coves off the coast of Albania, including:

    • Karaburun National Marine Park
    • Sazan Island

    Swim and snorkel with provided equipment and learn about the island's military history.

  6. 6
    Vlora – Tirana

    Drive to Tirana and enjoy a walking tour of the city center. Visit landmarks like:

    • The National Museum of History (view mosaic from outside)
    • Et’hem Bey Mosque
    • Scanderbeg Square
    • Bunk’Art Museum
    • The Pyramid of Tirana

    End the evening with dinner and drinks in the Blloku area.

  7. 7
    Tirana – Airport

    Transfer to the airport. End of services.

This programme is a proposal: hotels, activities, guides and the order of visits can be adjusted to your clients.