Tirana to Gjirokaster

Do you plan traveling to Tirana? You shouldn’t miss a well organised trip from Tirana to southern Albania. With this tour you will have the opportunity to visit Vlora, ​​Butrint, Saranda and Gjirokaster. Each one of the selected spots has its own characteristics and will tell you all about albanian culture, folklore, history and nature. Enjoy it!

Saranda is considered to be the pearl of the Albanian riviera, especially during the summer period, when many refer to it as the unofficial capital of Albania. Located in a perfect natural bay of the Ionian Sea with an amazing view of Corfu Island. On the way to Saranda, we will first stop at the natural wonder of the Blue Eye, a source of fresh water surrounded by evergreen trees. The water temperature does not go above 10 degrees. The Blue Eye looks like it come straight out of fairy tale but you can actually visit it. Ksmail will be our next destination! Ksamil is the pearl of the Albanian Riviera and it surely is one of the best beach destinations in Europe. Ksamil is primarily known for its fine sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters. The Albanian Riviera has many pretty beaches, however, this beach gives you that Bora – Bora feeling.

Get an insider’s perspective of southern Albania on this private tour, led by a local guide. Benefit from your guide’s personalized attention as you explore top attractions and hidden gems across Ksamil, Gjirokastër, and Sarandë and capture memorable snaps at the iconic Blue Eye spring. Round-trip hotel transfer and all entry fees come included, ensuring a hassle-free day.

See a UNESCO World Heritage city and the Albanian Riviera on this private tour from Tirana. Depart in an air-conditioned vehicle and make your way to the south of the country. Visit the stone city of Gjirokaster and Butrint National Park and learn about each place’s history from your driver-guide. Enjoy personalized attention and as you continue to the coast to stop in Saranda and Himare.

Get an in-depth exploration of the stone city of Gjirokastra on this full-day tour. In the company of a guide, travel in a private vehicle throughout Gjirokastra and learn about its history. Visit Gjirokastra Castle, the medieval bazaar, the Museum of Weapons, the fortress, and more. Hear stories about the communist dictator Enver Hoxha and the writer Ismail Kadare, who both had roots in Gjirokastra.

During the Gjirokaster Full-Day Tour from Tirana, you will have the chance to see the UNESCO heritage city in detail. You will be picked-up from your hotel in Tirana by our guide. Once in Gjirokaster, you will see the highlights of the city, including the Gjirokaster Castle, the Old Bazaar Market, the Cold War Tunnel & the Museum of Weapons. In the afternoon, you can choose to visit Zekate house or Skenduli house to get a unique insight into a traditional Ottoman-style house. Gjirokaster is one of the most beautiful historical towns on Albania, and you will have a full-day tour to explore its highlights. You tour guide can customize the program to meet your interests.

During this tour, everyone will have the experience to comfortably visit the Museum City of Tirana. The tour combines the Historic Sites, Cultural Heritage and part from everyday local living life.

One of our English speaking drivers will pick you directly at your hotel or in any other place in Tirana that you’ll require during the booking. Your driver will be at your disposal throughout the whole day to answer any questions you may have and help you enjoy the best day tour possible. During the trip you will stop for a break to the Water Spring of Tepelena. Walk down the narrow, cobbled streets of the town's medieval Old Bazaar famous that is for its Ottoman-style houses. Watch women working with wood and silver. Gain the unique experience of visiting the locals in their own homes and being treated to traditional, stone-ground coffee as well as 'Mountain Tea'. Visit the Gjirokastra Castle and the historic Skenduli House that was built in 1700 in the Ottoman style. Taste regional food cooked by locals if you want to. The daily tour will be customised to ensure that it matches your interests.

Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site city with ease in a day from Tirana on this group tour. Travel to Gjirokaster comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle and learn about the city’s history from your guide. Visit the Old Town, the Gjirokaster Bazaar, Gjirokaster Castle, and more as you navigate the stone streets of the city.

The city of Gjirokastra is part of the UNESCO World Heritage List and is one of the most attractive tourist sites of the country. Perched on the eastern side of the Wide Mountain (Mali i Gjërë), the city began as a fourth century castle, which is today the greatest castle in the whole country. Inside the fortress is the Museum of Weapons, where weapons of different periods up until the Second World War are displayed. Gjirokastra is known as “The City of Stone”

The day tour of Gjirokastra is the recommendation to those people who want to use their last day in Albania to visit one of our most impressive cities. Gjirokastra, also called the ‘stone city’ with its stone house roof-tops, with a high influence of ottoman style buildings and architecture. This uniqueness of architectural style listed it among the world cultural heritage sites under UNESCO from 2005. Gjirokastra has a lot to offer; a list of ‘must’ that you should visit and see. Within this day tour in Gjirokastra, we recommend you the main attractions not to miss, such the Argjiro castle, an walk on the cobblestones of the Old Bazaar and the visit of one of the traditional museum houses which will dive you in the past, imaging how these people use to live in the past.

This guided tour will take you to Gjirokaster and will have the opportunity to spend an unforgettable day in the ancient city. You will find Gjirokaster in a hill in the southern Albania with an amazing overview of the valley. Also called “”the city of silver” this place offers an astonishing view of stone roofs and old Ottoman architecture. Here is where you can find the Albanian culture mixed with the Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman culture. The city of Gjirokaster is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

The most beautiful thing to admire in Gjirokaster is its enchanting old town, which has been listed among UNESCO’s world heritage sites. As soon as you step onto its streets, you’ll understand why Gjirokaster is considered to be one of the most beautiful places in Albania and the Balkans. Of course, we will visit the castle which is on top of a hill and from there the landscape is beautiful, you need to see it. The old bazaar was an important market center for agricultural products from the region, nowadays the area is the heart of the touristic interest with many shops, souvenirs, artisan activities, and bars and restaurants.

This tour starts with a transfer from Tirana. Our local guide will take to you to Gjirokastra to visit this marvellous UNESCO town. The hillside town of Gjirokastra is defined by its castle, cobbled narrow roads full of character, imposing slate roof houses and magnificent views over the Drina Valley. Dive in the amazing past of this great town and immerse yourself into the present.  Visit Gjirokastra Castle, the characteristic Skënduli House and Ethnographic Museum.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!!! Planning your holidays by your own selves makes it harder for you to visit the whole highlights of a country. The reason I choose to offer different type of CUSTOMIZED experiences is to show you the best of my beautiful country from a local's perspective. HOW DOES THIS PRODUCT WORK⁉️ Step 1. Book this tour. For one or more. (Booking through Viator is a warranty for you and the price is a ''prepayment'') Step 2. After booking the product, you will receive a message by me through Viator or WhatsApp. Step 3. You make the rest of payment in cash or via PayPal. The paid amount through Viator will be deducted from the total amount. (i will let you know about payment details once we get in touch) NOTE ⚠️⚠️⚠️: the real PRICE PER PERSON is: - 262€ if you are 1 traveler - 186€ if you are 2 travelers - 163€ if you are 3 travelers - 152€ if you are 4+ travelers

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This guided tour will take you to Gjirokaster and will have the opportunity to spend an unforgettable day in the ancient city. You will find Gjirokaster in a hill in the southern Albania with an amazing overview of the valley. Also called “”the city of silver” this place offers an astonishing view of stone roofs and old Ottoman architecture. Here is where you can find the Albanian culture mixed with the Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman culture. The city of Gjirokaster is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Defined by its castle, roads paved with chunky limestone and shale, imposing slate-roofed houses and views out to the Drina Valley, Gjirokastra is a magical hillside town described beautifully by Albania's most famous author, Ismail Kadare (b 1936), in Chronicle in Stone. There has been a settlement here for 2500 years, though these days it's the 600 'monumental' Ottoman-era houses in town that attract visitors. For Albanians, the town is also synonymous with former dictator Enver Hoxha, who was born here and ensured the town was relatively well preserved under his rule, though he is not memorialised in any way here today. The aim of his tour is for you to experience the unique, magical and friendly atmosphere of Gjirokastra, not just to see the most popular tourist attractions,accompanied by our guides that knows all the secrets of the city.