Greece and Albania Tour – UNESCO Cities in 8 Days
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In eight days, explore the highlights of Greece and Albania
Day 1 – Durres, Albania:
- Arrival and exploration of Durres.
Day 2 – Berat, Albania:
- Visit the UNESCO city of Berat, known as the “City of a Thousand Windows.”
Day 3 – Argirocastro and Ardenica:
- Explore UNESCO-listed Argirocastro and visit the Ardenica Monastery.
Day 4 – Butrinto and Ioanina, Greece:
- Visit the UNESCO site of Butrinto and cross into Greece, staying in Ioanina.
Day 5 – Meteora and Ioanina:
- Explore Meteora’s unique rock monasteries and Ioanina’s historical sites.
Day 6 – Thessaloniki, Greece:
- Discover Thessaloniki, the second-largest city in Greece.
Day 7 – Vergina, Pella, and Korca, Albania:
- Visit historical sites in Vergina and Pella, then return to Albania, exploring Korca.
Day 8 – Departure:
- Explore Korca and depart for the return journey.
Experience the rich history and cultural heritage of these two fascinating countries.
8 days
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Destination
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Departure
TIA Airport
Tour Plan
1
Day 1 - Arrival and Visit to Durres, Albania
- Arrival at Tirana airport or Durres port.
- Transfer to a beachfront hotel in Durres.
- Explore Durres, including the Roman amphitheater, Archaeological Museum, Venetian Tower, and Ottoman walls.
- Visit the modern city and its characteristic markets.
- Free time for snacks or lunch.
- Evening free for a stroll in the city center or relaxation on the sandy beach.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Durres.
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Day 2 - Visit to Berat, "The City of a Thousand Windows"
- Departure for Berat, UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Explore Berat Castle, the Onufri Museum, and the Ottoman Mangalemi quarter.
- Free time for lunch.
- Visit the historic Gorica quarter and the Gorica Bridge.
- Return to the hotel in Durres.
- Dinner and overnight stay.
3
Day 3 - Visit to Ardenica, Argirocastro, and the Blue Eye
- Departure for Argirocastro, visiting the Ardenica Monastery en route.
- Transit through the city of Fier.
- Explore Argirocastro, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Visit the Blue Eye, a natural monument of a karst spring.
- Arrival in Saranda with a stroll along the beautiful promenade.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Saranda.
4
Day 4 - Visit to Butrint, Ksamil, and Departure to Ioannina, Greece
- Visit the Butrint site, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with an official guide.
- Free time for lunch.
- Short stop at Ksamil, one of the most beautiful beaches in Albania.
- Meet the guide in Ioannina, Greece, with a city tour.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Ioannina.
5
Day 5 - Visit to Meteora and Departure to Thessaloniki
- Departure for Kalambaka, at the foot of Meteora.
- Explore the Byzantine monasteries of Meteora.
- Depart for Vergina to visit the Museum of the Royal Tombs.
- Arrival in Thessaloniki, explore the citadel, and check into the hotel.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Thessaloniki.
6
Day 6 - Visit to Thessaloniki
- Explore Thessaloniki, visiting the imperial complex of Caesar Galerius, the Rotunda, Triumphal Arch, and the Palace.
- Visit Byzantine churches, including Agia Sofia, Acheiropoiitos, and the church of St. Demetrius.
- Tour the Roman Forum and end the tour in Aristotle Square.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Thessaloniki.
7
Day 7 - Visit to Pella and Return to Korca, Albania
- Depart for Pella, the ancient capital of Macedonia, visiting archaeological sites and the museum.
- Cross the border to reach Korca in Albania.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Korca.
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Day 8 - Visit to Korca and Return to Italy
- Explore Korca, known as the "city of serenades," visiting the Orthodox Cathedral and museums.
- Depart for Tirana airport and return to Italy
Includes:
- Accommodation with half-board.
- Buffet breakfasts.
- Dinners in hotel restaurants with included beverages.
- Internal transportation with driver-guide and/or minivan and/or coach GT.
- English-speaking guide in Albania and Greece.
- Entrance fees to various sites and museums.
- Ferry and flights.
- Unspecified lunches or snacks.
- Drinks not mentioned.
- Personal extras and anything not expressly indicated.
- Single room supplement.
- Tips.
- Excluded entrance fees for some museums, except those mentioned.
- The package is planned for arrival in Durres or Tirana and departure from Tirana airport.
- Any program changes are possible but not attributable to the agency.
- The quotation is valid for specific months.
- Prices may vary based on the number of participants and are locked in only with a deposit.
- Payment details will be provided upon confirmation.