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Our Tour is unique, because you will be acquainted and you will see the highlights of Berat and get a better understanding of the history of one of the most interesting city of Albania. You will be acquainted, how people lived in this castle and how they still live today, what their traditions and customs are.This tour is Unique as the city is unique itself, its architecture is unique, its history and culture is unique, the home made food is unique, the culture and the customs are unique and above all the people are unique for their hospitality. No wonder it was already declared a museum city in 1961 by the Albanian government and Unesco World Heritage in 2008.

Explore Tirana’s Communist history and culinary landscape on this full-day tour. In the company of a guide, travel in an air-conditioned minivan to Bunk’Art, a museum that was formerly a massive bunker. Visit the National Gallery of Arts, the pyramid of Tirana, Skanderbeg Square, Mother Teresa Square, and the Blloku neighborhood. As you stroll, sample traditional meatballs, pastries, and drinks.

Explore one of the oldest and best wine-producing regions in Albania and know the history of Berat; how it started producing wines in the 8th century BC. Meet the families who started growing grapes in their own gardens and backyards so they could create Rakia and wine for personal consumption. Eat lunch in a small village and walk in the vineyards We are proud to tell that Berat has its indigenous grape called Puls/Pules – Though originally used to make rakia, a traditional fruit brandy popular in Albania, this grape now yields some of the finest dry white wines in the country. With its delicate floral bouquet and a long finish, this could be a worthy addition to your wine cellar. This grape grows in the Berat County of Albania. Guided Tour Roshnik village Cobo & Alpeta winery Lunch in the village Nature&Social impact Culture&Heritage Food&Wine Customized tour ( you can customize this tour )

Synonymous to heaven, Bogova village is a popular draw because of its magical waterfall, which is famous as Sleeping Pearl under Tomorri Mountain. Walk through the national park and enjoy the sound of the river coming from the waterfall. Pass over small wood bridges,do hiking and exploring of the area known as one of the most beautiful natural parks of Berat. Jump from the rocks to the waterfall and swim in the cold crystal waters. This tour will give the opportunity to stop in Pelican known as the city of Weapons see the old factories of weapons. Eat the picnic lunch in front of the waterfall and if you would like on the way to Berat visit a Family Winery located in a scenic valley close to Osum River. Bogove waterfall Hiking & Swimming Visit Polican Guided Tour Customize ( Opportunity to customize this tour )

As far as we are concerned, we are one of the only places in Tirana and all of Albanian that offers this type of unique service: a traditional Albanian cooking class with the highest quality food products where you get a hands-on experience with to try the food you helped make, and try

On this tour you explore a local hotspot for many Albanians: The city of Durres, the most ancient city of Albania, enjoy different types of local wine and food in a picturesque setting in Lazli Bay and hike towards a fairytale castle in the Cape of Rodon. HIGHLIGHTS: • Durres’ street – art • Amphitheater and Archeological Museum visit • Local wine and food in Duka Winery & Vineyard • Skanderbeg Castle in the Cape of Rodon 

Explore Tirana, the capital of Albania, through a culinary lens. Visit architectural and cultural landmarks such as Skanderbeg Square, the New Bazaar, and Blloku, a bustling, now-trendy neighborhood that was once restricted to communist party members. Along the way, enjoy breakfast, lunch, coffee, and raki, a strong, Grappa-like beverage made with star anise and local fruits.

Experience Berat through its wine on this full-day tour. Depart from your hotel in a private motor coach and ride through rolling olive groves. In the company of a guide, explore the distinct architecture of Berat and learn about the city’s history. Enjoy lunch with a view before visiting a vineyard, where you can sample four different local wines.

 Our Tour is unique, because you will be acquainted and you will see the highlights of Kruja and Preza castle ,which were the center of the struggle against the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century, led by national hero Skanderberg. Today, the Kruja castle is home to the National Skanderberg Museum, remains of the Fatih Sultan Mehmed Mosque, an ethnographic museum, a Turkish bath and a reconstructed bazaar. It also offers scenic views of the surrounding area .After you will continue your tour to Durres.There we will enjoy, the beautiful beaches of Adriatik Sea , so you will create a complete idea of Albanian relief by strolling from the hills of Kruja to the coast of Durres.There we will walk along the beach boulevard, soaking up the fresh air of the Sea .After we will have a seafood lunch, in one of the best restaurants by the sea

Escape the crowds in Tirana and spend the day in the rich Tirana countryside, taking in spectacular views of rolling hills and historic villas. Along this tour, every participant will have the chance to taste different unique flavors of Albanian Olive Oil, Authentic Albanian Wine. In addition, professionals will provide us the necessary information about how to distinguish products in the market and how to pick the best of quality. So apart from a tasting tour, it is also an educative one that helps everyone next time will buy some olive oil and get a unique taste of Albanian Authentic Wine.

Roshnik is ocated 12 km from Berat. We will have a walk through the vineyards and the fields, and then visit the 300 year old house of a famous family in there, Qyperlinj, a family which held important governmental post during the Ottoman Empire era. A famous family is Fiska, \who now runs an agrotourism and produces its own wine and raki (traditional Albanian alcoholic drink). We will have a break in the premises of the winery to get introduced to the process of wine making and taste different types of wines and the two types of raki as well, the white and brown one. we will be able to accompany wine tasting with some nice dried figs,cheeses etc. We have visited all the sights of interest of the village and its now time to enjoy the local traditional food too. The restaurant is part of the agrotourism of Fiska family, and they make sure to prepare everything with products from their villagers, that’s why everything comes out to be delicious!

Explore the nightlife of Tirana, walking in the “Bllok” area known as "the forbidden town" where the villas of the communists’ leaders are still standing with parts of them change into coffee-shops . The whole area, once exclusive only for the communist elite, now is full of expensive boutiques, live music pubs, casinos and clubs mostly full during the evenings and nights. *Minimum Pax - 15

Rafting on the Vjosa River, one of Europe’s last free-flowing rivers, is a class II rafting with some rapids of class III . Prepare for waves up to four feet and narrow passages that send the boat shimmying and water gushing over the sides. Vjosa river’s entire 270km course is wild and untamed and adorned with beautiful canyons, braided river sections, islands and oxbows.  Meeting point – Hotel Alvero Permet We can organize the pick up from any other hotel or guest house in Gjirokastra and from any other city in Albania upon request. Length of rafting trip Transportation Permet– Vjosa river – Permet 1 – 1,5 hours Preparation, instructions and downriver 2,5 - 3,5 hours Local lunch 1 hour Optional tour River hiking in Lengarica Canyon and Thermal Baths of Benja (35 Eur/person)

Be witness of Albanian Tradition, Culture, Folklore from various regions of Albania.The main attraction will be a variety of different dances and music from different regions of Albania, especially the famous Albanian Iso-Polyphony which is included in UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list *Minimum Pax - 15

Berat is one of the oldest in Albania, keeping the earliest traces of human habitation and settlement dating from 2600-1800 BC. The city of Berat was composed of two fortifications on both shores of the Osum River and is adorned with 40 Byzantine churches and some 30 mosques. Historical part of Berat features a castle, locally known as the Kalaja, most of which was built during reconstruction in the 13-th century, carried during the reign of the Epirote despot Michael Angelos Comnenus, although its origins possibly date back to the 4th century BC. *Minimum Pax - 15

Visit Berat one of the most beautiful and charming towns of Albania Discover its beautiful castle and the old town Meet the families who started growing grapes in their own gardens and backyards so they could create Rakia and wine for personal consumption. Eat lunch in a small village and walk in the vineyards, see the countryside, tasting fine wine and food, and best of all: experiencing the true meaning of Albanian hospitality. Discover the village of Roshnik.Enjoy the views of the hills ,and walk through the vineyards. Meet locals and taste the best wine of the region, eat the traditional food of the area In the same time if you like to do a walking around nature Wine Tasting Historical walking tour of Berat Culinary Guided Tour Nature& Village History&Culture Customize ( Opportunity to customize this tour )

Berat and Durres are two of the notable historical towns outside of Tirana, but it is tricky to visit both without a car. Tick the two off your list on this 2-day tour. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide and explore the ancient ruins in Durres. Continue to Berat and visit a winery. Taste four wine samples, one raki sample, and local bread and cheeses. Spend the second day strolling through the scenic streets of Berat and learning about its history.

As far as we are concerned, we are one of the only certified place in Tirana and all of Albania that offers a certified and standardized traditional Albanian cooking class. Guests will be able to receive a hands-on experience having fun preparing and eating traditional Albanian cuisine!

Our trip start in capital city of Tirana.You will meet our guides at 9.00 in Stadiumi Dinamo :https://goo.gl/maps/tzT1Pz7nmWKjgHHs9 We will drive for about 1,5 hours till Eco park of Ulza,sHKOPET,diber. Together with our guide you will prepare for Kayaking.Firs you will wear with professional equipments depending of course from the season.if there is spring you will wear wet suit,jacket,save jacket and if it is summer you will wear save jacket. We will paddle on the lake along pristine river beaches and farmhouses for about 2,5 hours with opportunity to jump in the turquoise green water whenever the weather is good. We will have a local lunch of seasonal vegetables and fresh river fish.

Be surrounded by nature and challenge yourself with our new hydrospeed equipment! Emerge into the river and understand the extraordinary power of water. Going through the rapids like full of adrenaline you will be surrounded by spectacular views of the valley and tall mountain ranges. Hydrospeed is a recent recreational sport exercised exclusively in white waters. Experiencing the wilderness of River Vjosa through hydrospeed is designed to be one of the most amazing outdoor adventures offered for the first time in Albania by Albania Rafting Group. Hydrospeed is a low difficulty activity and does not require much strength. You just need to follow the flow of the river and the instructions of the professional guide, who will teach you basic maneuvers to safely go downriver... the rest depends entirely on you! It is recommended for people who have a good relationship with water and is well suited even for the most hesitant, with the supervision of of theprofessional guides.

This Classic Food Tour of Albania brings the best of local flavors and fragrances of Traditional Albanian Food and local life. Every participant will have the chance to try and will be encouraged to participate in cooking some of the most unique and delicious Albanian dishes. All the Foods, Drinks, Hotel and Activities are included and our tour guides will make sure to provide the picked information and the maximum of comfort for every guest. At the end of this Food Tour of Albania, you will have complete information about traditional food. In addition, you will have to taste some of the best and most well known Albanian dishes. You will have to participate in the everyday life activities of Albanians. You will be welcomed to step in the kitchen, prepare the food and be their “Mik” (Guest in their Home) for that day, one of the most respected status of Albanian Society. As an old Albanian proverb says “The house of Albanian belongs to the God & the Guest”

Meet a family who started growing grapes in their own gardens and backyards so they could create Rakia and wine for personal consumption. Explore the beauty of Roshnik village See the countryside, tasting fine wine and food, and best of all, experiencing the true meaning of Albanian hospitality. Discover The village of Roshnik, enjoy the views of the hills, and walk through the vineyards. Meet locals and taste the best wine of the region Wine Tasting & Local snack Nature&Social Impact Meet Locals Roshnik village & Alpeta Winery Walk in the vineyards Customize ( Opportunity to customize this tour )

This trip combines some of the best cycling routes in Albania, Kosovo and Macedonia and includes visits in two of the UNESCO sites, Ohrid and Berat. Enjoy shopping in Kruja’s old bazaar and taste the diverse local cuisine as well as the Mediterranean delights.