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Discover Berat: Private Full-Day Tour from Tirana
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23 Ratings
Berat
Embark on a private full-day tour from Tirana to explore the UNESCO-listed city of Berat. Discover its historic castle, savor local cuisine, and wander through delightful Ottoman neighborhoods. The tour includes hotel pickup, entrance fees, lunch, and a special gift from the hosts at Hey Albania!
Embark on a private full-day tour from Tirana to explore the UNESCO-listed city of Berat. Discover its historic castle, savor local cuisine, and wander through delightful Ottoman neighborhoods. The tour includes hotel pickup, entrance fees, lunch, and a special gift from the hosts at Hey Albania!
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Berat Castle - Experience Albania’s rich history with Hey Albania on this exclusive, private tour to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Berat, famously known as the “City of a Thousand Windows.”
Your guide will collect you from your hotel in Tirana or Durres and transport you comfortably to Berat.
At Berat Castle, immerse yourself in centuries of…
- Berat Castle - Experience Albania’s rich history with Hey Albania on this exclusive, private tour to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Berat, famously known as the “City of a Thousand Windows.”
Your guide will collect you from your hotel in Tirana or Durres and transport you comfortably to Berat.
At Berat Castle, immerse yourself in centuries of history and visit the remarkable Onufri Museum, which houses 16th-century religious art and exquisite icons.
You’ll also explore the Holy Trinity Church, nestled into the hillside, and discover the historical significance of Constantine the Great.
- National Iconographic Museum Onufri - Situated within the castle, the Onufri iconographic museum showcases the works of Onufri, a renowned 16th-century Albanian painter. The museum features approximately 200 icons from various periods.
- Kostandini i madh - Constantine the Great, also known as Constantine I, was a Roman emperor who reigned from 306 to 337 AD.
- Kisha Shen Triadha (Holy Trinity Church) - Visit this Byzantine Church, constructed in the 13th century, located on the western side of the steep hillside of Berat Castle, overlooking the town.
- Quarter Of Gorica - Next, wander through the Gorica and Mangalemi quarters, known for their white Ottoman houses cascading down the hillsides. These picturesque neighborhoods are rich in stories and visual charm.
After your cultural exploration, savor a traditional Albanian lunch and wine tasting at a local restaurant, featuring homemade specialties and regional flavors.
- Belsh - Depart from Berat and continue the journey to the scenic natural lake of Belshi. The lake’s view offers a chance to enjoy nature, take a walk, or have a coffee. The Belshi area is renowned as Albania’s most fertile land for vegetable, olive, and grape production.
Conclude the tour with a return to Tirana or Durres.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Onufri Museum Entrance Ticket
- Castle Entrance Ticket
- Pickup/drop-off from hotel or airport (Tirana or Durres)
- Personalized souvenir from Hey Albania
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Onufri Museum Entrance Ticket
- Castle Entrance Ticket
- Pickup/drop-off from hotel or airport (Tirana or Durres)
- Personalized souvenir from Hey Albania
- Private transportation
Location
Berat Castle
Rruga Mihal Komnena
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Cecilia_c
Apr 15, 2025
Great tour, thank you! - Berg did a great job driving around safely and pointing out historical and local references. He was knowledgeable and friendly, and I learned a lot from him about the historical sites as well as the people and culture of Albania. Would definitely recommend as it was a great tour. Thank you, Berg!
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Laiying_c
Mar 24, 2025
A day trip to Berat city. - I have enjoyed my day, the guide pick up on time. He was friendly and knowledgeable about the history of the area, which is alway good. I had free time to explore and lunch.
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Wsw23
Feb 25, 2025
Fantastic Day Tour of Berat and Area - This tour was perfect. We were picked up at our hotel and driven to Lake Belsh and Berat where we saw the castle, museum, and historic city. Bergi and Clarence also took us to a local winery where we had a tour and tasting. The guides were informative and willing to talk about a variety of topics including local history and politics. We had a great day.
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Diane_d
Jan 29, 2025
Berat - Klarencio was a wonderful guide. He was prompt in picking me up and a careful driver. Coffee on the lake was nice and Berat was lovely. The trip was perfect as we stopped for byrek at a cafe for lunch. Overall a great day.
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Armand
Jan 20, 2025
Rediscovering Berat with hey Albania - As an Albanian, I thought I knew Berat, but Hey Albania showed me a whole new side of this incredible city. Their deep knowledge of Berat’s history and culture brought places like Berat Castle and the Onufri Museum to life. Their passion and great recommendations, including trying tavë kosi, made the experience unforgettable. I highly recommend Hey Albania for locals and visitors alike!
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Klarencioa
Jan 18, 2025
"The Ultimate Guide for Everyone: Recommendations for All" - Our tour guide was exceptional! They were knowledgeable, friendly, and engaging, making the experience both informative and enjoyable. Their insights into the local culture and history added depth to the tour, and they were attentive to everyone's needs, ensuring a smooth and memorable experience. Highly recommend!
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James_e
Dec 27, 2024
Berg was a great tour... - Berg was a great tour guide! He showed us Berat and answered all of our questions. His knowledge of the region is impressive, and he was incredibly helpful at all times.
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Max_w
Sep 21, 2024
Sympathetic Guide is sharing a lot of knowledge with you straight to the point and gives you freedom to explore - Berg was showing me the important spots and transferring me relevant knowledge straight to the point. Furthermore he was giving me freedom to explore the museum and the city on my own to do more deep dive according to my interests
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Maxw2011
Sep 21, 2024
Sympathetic guide provides you with the relevant information in a targeted manner and leaves you the necessary time alone - It was a great tour! Berg knows a lot and conveys everything relevant straight to the point - both in terms of the necessary information and locally in terms of the important spots. Subsequently, I still had free time both in the museum and within the city to deepen the explorations according to my own interests. Berg, the Owner of HeyAlbania and my guide always adapted to my wishes during the tour. I would book a tour with HeyAlbania again at any 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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