Unesco Sites
unesco sites
Historic Centres Of Berat And Gjirokastra, oth located in southern Albania’s beautiful hills, Berat and Gjirokastra, are two fortified cities that have been inhabited continuously since ancient times. They offer a deep insight into the evolution of architecture, art, religion, and culture in this part of Europe. Berat is sometimes called “the city of a thousand windows” and is one of Albania’s most incredible architectural gems. Visitors can see influences from cultures as varied as the Illyrians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, and Ottomans—spanning the city’s entire period of existence. Landmark buildings range from mosques and churches to palaces and strongholds. A major archaeological site in Albania, Butrint has been inhabited by people since prehistoric times. It used to be the location of a Greek colony and was also a thriving Roman town. Later on, it became part of the Byzantine Empire, was ruled by Venice for a while, and was eventually abandoned sometime during the late Middle Ages after a massive earthquake.
Tour Highlights
- Visiting some of the most Archeological sites, Apollonia,Butrint, & Unesco cities, Gjirokastra,Berat.
- Walking in Llogara National Park
- See some of the most beautiful beaches of Albania (Adriatic and Ionian Sea)
Tour Plan
Day 1- After meeting with our guide we will drive toward Berat known as the city of 1001 windows. We will visit the Castle of Berat, Gorica Bridge, Ethographic museum and iconographic Museum that holds 200 artwork objects, icons and liturgical items dated from the 14th century to the 20th, brought together from several churches and monasteries of the region.
Day 2- Today we will drive toward Permet, after lunch we will visit the thermal waters of Benja, the langarica canyon and spectacular vjosa river known as the blue heart of Europe.
Day 3- After breakfast we drive toward Gjirokastra Unesco city. We will visit Old bazaar, castle of Ali Pasha Tepelena, the Ethnographic Museum, located in the house where the former communist dictator Enver Hoxha was born. Museum of Weapons,opened in 1971. Weapons from the prehistoric times up to the World War II are exhibited on here. The National Folk Festival has taken place in this castle during the years.
Day 4- We will drive toward The ancient city of Butrint (otherwise known as Buthrotum in the time on antiquity), was once one of the finest and most beautiful cities in all of the Roman Empire. 2,400 years later, it is a place that still captivates people today. On the way we will stop to “Blue eye” who is famous for its stunning beauty and clear turquoise water. The water is so clear that you can see all the way through to the bottom and observe the light blue bubbles rising to the surface. Spending night in Sarande.
Day 5- Today we drive toward Llogara National Park for a small hike toward Caesar’s path, a trek which leads to a wonderful view of Karaburun Peninsula. A path that was used by Caesar in the Roman civil war with Pompey’s. Overnight Llogara.
Day 6- After breakfast we will drive toward Tirana, on the way we will visit Apollonia archeological park, who was founded by greek colonist in the name of god “apollo”
Included
- Bus Transfer & English speaking guide.
- Hotel Accomodation 4* included Breakfast.
- Entrance fees
Excluded
- Drinks & bevarages.
- Life insurance
You can contact us at;
E -mail: escapetoalb@gmail.com
Phone number; +355684775555
LOCATION
Rruga: Vllazen Huta, nr 10 Tirane,Albania