Berat Historical & Cultural Full Day Tour from Tirana & Durres

Embark on a curious journey through time in Berat, Albania. Explore the architectural charm of Mangalem and discover the artistic treasures at the Onufri Museum. Book your cultural tour now!

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Berat Castle - After the pick up from Tirana or Durres we will start our tour.

•The first stop takes place in the fortress of Berat, which is known as one of the fortresses which is still habitable with 7 houses. We will conduct a walk around the castle to learn about the centuries-old history that it contains.

  • National Iconographic Museum Onufri - •The iconographic museum is also located inside the castle, it is called the Onufri iconographic museum. Onufri is an Albanian master of painting from the 16th century. In this museum we will be able to see some of his works, also about 200 icons from different periods.
  • Kostandini i madh - Constantine the Great, also known as Constantine I, was a Roman emperor who ruled from 306 to 337 AD.
  • Kisha Shen Triadha (Holy Trinity Church) - You are going to visit this Byzantine Church built in 13 Century, stands on western side the steep hillside of Berat castle rising above the town
  • Quarter Of Gorica - •The next stop will be the city otherwise known as “One over one windows”. Mangalemi and Gorica neighborhoods are an impressive work of Ottoman style.
    It was originally made in 1780, during the ruling of Ahmet Kurt Pasha, it was rebuilt with stones. Then if you like, will have traditional lunch with homemade specialties and good wine tasting

We will do a city tour inside the narrow neighborhoods full of history. Everybody would ask:”What is special about Berat?!”

Berat contains many cultural values ​​and a lot of history in it, the combination of modern and history is so interesting for all age groups.

A tribute to the country’s unique architecture, religious tolerance, and Ottoman-era buildings, this city is a true gem.

Suggestions:

•Free-time , can try traditional food .

•Walk around the shops

•Walk around this ancient city

  • Belsh - •Leave Berat and continue our journey to the picturesque scenery towards natural lake of Belshi.
    The view that the lake offers gives us the opportunity to enjoy nature, a walk or coffee
    Belshi area is known as the most fertile ground in Albania in vegetables, olive and grape productions.

End of the tour, return to Tirana or Durres

What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Onufri Museum Entrance Ticket
  • Castle Entrance Ticket
  • All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Overview

Visit the beautiful UNESCO-listed city of Berat on a day guide from Tirana. The city of 1001 windows, tradition and culture. Located in central Albania, Berat bears witness to the coexistence of various religious and cultural communities down the centuries. It features a castle, locally known as the Kala, most of which was built in the 13th century. Some of its most admired locations are: Berat Castle, the Red Mosque, the Iconography Museum, the Trinity Church, the Ethnographic Museum ,Onufri Museum and in your free time enjoy the view from the 1001 windows in the pedestrian mall or the souvenir shops.

•Traditional Albanian food and wine at a local restaurant (optional)
•High -priority: Hotel pick up and all entrance fees included
•Convenient round trip transport from Tirana.

Location
Berat Castle
Rruga Mihal Komnena
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Flyer07746036381
Aug 3, 2024
Berat is a must in Albania - We had an amazing tour of Berat, Albania, thanks to our fantastic guide Bergi. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the city's rich history come alive. Highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting Berat!
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Canmed
Jul 24, 2024
Excellent and super recommended - We had a wonderful time in Berat! Berat is super amazing! But the visit was better because our guide Berg! Super careful with us, pleasant and we learned a lot with him! He is very knowledgeable about the history and an excellent driver! We super recommended this tour with this agency
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Arwa_a
Jul 15, 2024
Highly recommended - Highly recommended, our tour guide was knowledgeable and helpful. We really enjoyed the ride with him.
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Nourah_n
Jun 16, 2024
Berat is a must - I had a great time in this trip with Mikael who was extremely helpful and made this trip worthwhile. He also recommended a good restaurant. It’s a must to visit Berat.
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Olah957
Jun 7, 2024
Wonderful trip - Our trip to Berat, Albania guided by Bergi was absolutely amazing. From discovering the city's history to indulging in delicious local cuisine, every moment was filled with excitement and wonder. Our guide made sure the group felt welcomed and informed throughout the jorney, sharing intriguing stories and insider tips. If you're planing a trip to Berat with friends, Bergi is the perfect guide for an unforgettable experience.
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613enim
Jun 7, 2024
Exceptional 🥰 - Highly recommend it, a great experience followed by a great guide that had a genuine enthusiasm for sharing his knowledge, made our journey truly memorable. Cultural and wonderful city, worth the tour
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Valerie_v
Jun 6, 2024
Beautiful Berat! - Loved my full day experience in Berat. I have seen many beautiful Orthodox Churches throughout the Balkans but the church in Berat is exceptionally beautiful. My guide John was excited to show me and tell me about the particular artist who did the work and pointed out examples of his technique that set the artist apart. Truly lovely. The architecture of the castle, the mosque and ramparts were also interesting. As it was quite a hot day, I appreciated the level of cooling in the car. I highly recommend the trip.
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Xhenia2024
May 16, 2024
Was just perfect! I had a lot of fun🤗 - It was a wonderful trip, i learned many things about Albania. The trip was perfect organized and we saw a lot of exhibitions. I suggested all of you to try the wine in Berat, was very good and has a perfect taste. 1000/10
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Jannesimone
May 10, 2024
I highly recommend Bergi to anyone seeking an enriching and immersive exploration of this beautiful part of Albania. - Bergi provided us an exceptional guiding experience during our trip to Berat and Belshi Lake. His deep knowledge of the area, coupled with his friendly demeanor, made our adventure truly memorable.Bergi's passion for the region shone through as he shared fascinating insights about the history, culture, and natural wonders :)
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468kelia
May 29, 2023
😀😀😀😀😀😀 - Berat is beautiful and looks like you have travelled back in time. The experience was colourful and full of enjoyment. A big salute to Bergi, our tour guide that was a great guy, helpful and full of information about all the main cultural sites. I strongly suggest visiting Berat, it was a great experience and Bergi will not let you get bored with the stories and his anecdotes. Peace ✌️
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