Southern Albania: Culture and nature adventure
Overview
Discover Albania’s hidden paradise, where breathtaking nature meets rich culture. This journey takes you from stunning UNESCO sites to the untouched beauty of southern Albania’s countryside, offering authentic hospitality at every step. Perfect for friends, families, and couples, you’ll explore historic gems, walk through serene rural landscapes, and marvel at the dazzling Ionian coast and majestic Albanian mountains.
Highlights:
• Explore Berat and Gjirokaster old town (UNESCO city)
• Learn about ancient history in Apollonia & Butrint archeological parks
• Drive along the Albanian Riviera coastline
• Discover Qeparo and Voskopoje old villages
• Swim in the outdoor sulphur baths of Benje
• Walk in Nivica canyons and Peshtura waterfalls
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Entrance fee Porto Palermo Castle
- Entrance fees Gjirokaster fortress and Museum of Weapons
- Accommodation in shared rooms. If you are booking together, you will be paired with your partner.
- Entrance fee Iconographic Museum of Onufri
- Transportation with comfortable car/minivan
- Entrance fee Butrint archeological site
- Entrance fee Skenduli’s house in Gjirokaster
- Entrance fee St. Nicholas church in Voskopoje
- Entrance fee Apollonia archeological site
- Entrance fee Medieval Art Museum
- English speaking tourist guide/driver
- Lunch and Dinner
- Tips (optional)
Meeting and Pickup
We can pick you up from any hotel in Tirana, Durres, or Tirana International Airport
What To Expect
Tirane – Karavasta Lagoon – Berat
2 Stops
Berat - Apolloni - Vlore
3 Stops
Albanian Riviera
5 Stops
Butrint – Gjirokaster
5 Stops
Nivice – Permet
4 Stops
Permet – Voskopoje - Korce
3 Stops
Korce – Tirane
2 Stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-331342P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- Breakfast.
- Entrance fee Porto Palermo Castle.
- Entrance fees Gjirokaster fortress and Museum of Weapons.
- Accommodation in shared rooms. If you are booking together, you will be paired with your partner.
- Entrance fee Iconographic Museum of Onufri.
- Transportation with comfortable car/minivan.
- Entrance fee Butrint archeological site.
- Entrance fee Skenduli’s house in Gjirokaster.
- Entrance fee St. Nicholas church in Voskopoje.
- Entrance fee Apollonia archeological site.
- Entrance fee Medieval Art Museum.
- English speaking tourist guide/driver.
- Lunch and Dinner.
- Tips (optional).
The minimum age to participate is 8..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Southern Albania: Culture and nature adventure is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Southern Albania: Culture and nature adventure will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Breakfast
- Entrance fee Porto Palermo Castle
- Entrance fees Gjirokaster fortress and Museum of Weapons
- Accommodation in shared rooms. If you are booking together, you will be paired with your partner.
- Entrance fee Iconographic Museum of Onufri
- Transportation with comfortable car/minivan
- Entrance fee Butrint archeological site
- Entrance fee Skenduli’s house in Gjirokaster
- Entrance fee St. Nicholas church in Voskopoje
- Entrance fee Apollonia archeological site
- Entrance fee Medieval Art Museum
- English speaking tourist guide/driver
- Lunch and Dinner
- Tips (optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
