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Albania Explorer “Illyria Route”

8 days
Start and end in Tirana
5.0
3 traveler reviews
Albania Explorer “Illyria Route” - Albania Explorer DMC
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Albania Explorer DMC
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Age range:
18 to 75
Operated in:
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Highlights

  • Explore Kruja's historic Skanderbeg Museum
  • Discover Durres' ancient Roman amphitheater
  • Tour Berat's UNESCO-listed castle and museums
  • Visit Apollonia's atmospheric Roman ruins
  • Wander through Gjirokaster's traditional streets

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrival - Tirane
  2. Day 2 Kruje - Tirane.
  3. Day 3 Lezhe - Shkoder.
  4. Day 4 Durres - Berat (UNESCO).
  5. Day 5 Ardenica Monastery - Apollonia (UNESCO) - Vlore.
  6. Day 6 Himare - Ksamil - Butrint (UNESCO) - Saranda.
  7. Day 7 Mesopotam - Blue Eye - Gjirokaster (UNESCO) - Tirane
  8. Day 8 Departure.
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Customer Photos

5.0
(9 reviews)

Number of tours

17

Age Range

12 to 85 years old

Response time

within 3 days

Response rate

100%

Albania Explorer is a motivated and ambitious Tour Operator / DMC and with main office in Tirana / Albania. It is specialized in providing to its travelers the best ways to the best destinations of Albania, the Balkans, Central & South East Europe and Mediterrenean countries, or other related...

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Customer Reviews

  • FL
    · September 25th, 2024
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    The trip was excellently organized, the tour guides well informed and very helpful. Not all the hotels met the specified standards. Unfortunately.
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    Trip date: September 2024
  • PK
    · April 20th, 2024
    I undertook this tour in April, out of season, but with wonderful hot sunny weather on most days. This meant that in many of the places we stayed, some of the restaurants were closed, but the advantage was that there no crowds. The tour was an excellent introduction to this fascinating country and its complicated history. Throughout the tour was very well organised and our guide Edmund was excellent - very knowledgeable and with a great personality and sense of humour. He provided the perfect balance of guided tours of the sites and free time. The tour covers quite a distance, but the coach was comfortable with plenty of space, and our driver was really excellent. The hotels used were clean and comfortable but overall the breakfasts were average. In a country where there is so much fresh fruit it was a pity not to see more of this prepared for the breakfast buffet. There was a good mixture of visits to sites of historical interest and those of natural beauty. Some, such as the amphitheatre in Durres were a little underwhelming, but others - Berat, Apollonia, Butrint and Gjirokaster were truly magnificent. I only regret that I didn't take the longer tour that included Lake Ohrid. In short, this was an excellent introduction to a country with a fascinating history, beautiful scenery and very friendly people. I look forward to returning in the future to explore more of the delights of Albania.
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    Trip date: April 2024
  • Albania Explorer “Illyria Route” reviewer 3
    · October 28th, 2019
    We covered so much ground and could never have seen so much or get such an insight to Albania trying to do it on our own or without such a diligent guide. Erjan was an excellent, safe driver and manoevred the route and roads expertly, he was also able to tailor the itinerary to our interests. The hotels exceeded expectations and ranged from good to excellent. The Albanian people were friendly and helpful. We loved our tour, without a doubt the cloudless skies throughout played a big part.
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    Albania Explorer DMC commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your good words for our company services. It was a great honor also for us to host you in Albania and share such wonderful moments together. We hope to host you, your family or friends in Albania again, or in any other trips in... Show more
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    Trip date: October 2019

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Albania Explorer “Illyria Route”
From Tirana to Tirana

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    • Is there a cancellation policy I should be aware of?

      Yes, our cancellation policy varies based on how close to the departure date the cancellation occurs.

    • What activities are included in the itinerary?

      The itinerary includes visits to UNESCO sites, local cultural experiences, and outdoor activities.

    • Can I arrange for a personal guide during the tour?

      Yes, arrangements for a personal guide can be made at an additional fee if desired.

    • Are entrance fees to attractions included?

      Yes, all entry fees for scheduled activities and attractions during the tour are included in the price.

    • How do I arrange for additional nights of accommodation?

      Additional nights can be added to your itinerary based on availability at your requested hotel.

    • What happens if I need to change my travel dates?

      If you need to change your dates, please notify us as soon as possible to check availability for the new dates.

    • Is travel insurance included in the tour package?

      Travel insurance is not included, but we can provide information on policies you can purchase.

    • Can I get a price breakdown for the tour?

      The total cost of the tour includes accommodation, transfers, and some meals. Specific price details can be provided on request.

    • Are there options for dietary restrictions?

      Yes, we can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian and vegan options upon request.

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      • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
      • Typhoid - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
      • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Albania. Ideally 10 days before travel.
      • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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      • For any tour departing before January 20th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 20th, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Albania Explorer DMC. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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