Berat & Durres and Belsh Lake Day Tour from Tirana
This tour is as unique as the city itself. Berat's architecture, history, culture, and traditional costumes are all distinctive, complemented by homemade food and the renowned hospitality of its people, as noted by previous visitors.
The Berat Castle is a UNESCO site, offering a glimpse into ancient history with many fascinating discoveries. Geographically, Berat is surrounded by the Tomorr and Shpirag mountains, with the Osum River running through it. The Mediterranean climate and fertile land make it a hub for fresh fruits and vegetables, which are readily available in local restaurants.
Architecturally, Berat is built on a green hillside. The castle sits atop the hill, with white houses cascading below, creating a unique and picturesque view.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Durres, Durres, Durres County
The meeting point at the hotel in Tirana .After you will start the journey to Berat .
On the way to Berat.You will have a stop at the city of Durres.
*You are going to visit the Old Busantine wall, which was built in the 13th century, as a fortress to protect the old town that was inside.
You will also visit the ancient Roman Amphitheater built in the second century BC
*After you will visit the Venecian Tower and then you are going nearby Adriatic Sea to walk along the promenade to enjoy the endless sea.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Berat Castle, Rruga Mihal Komnena, Berat 5001 Albania
First you will visit Berat Castle, which dates back to 4th century BC. The castle is one of the biggest inhabited castles and has many Byzantine churches, as well as some mosques built during the Ottoman era ,which began in 1417. Then you will learn a little history of Berat which is UNESCO World Heritage Site, more than 2400 year old. It is the most attractive city in our country. Berat is a very old town established by Ilyrians with a fortified castle known as a city of Antipatrea.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kisha Shen Triadha (Holy Trinity Church), Berat Albania
You are going to visit this Byzantine Church built in 13 Century, stands on the steep hillside of Berat castle rising above the town
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Quarter Of Gorica, Berat Albania
Our next stop is in the old quarters of Mangalem and Gorica (old Berat)that are connected with each other by the Gorica Bridge over the Osumi River The bridge was built in XVIII century. It was originally made in 1780, during the ruling of Ahmet Kurt Pasha, it was rebuilt with stones.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
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: The King Mosque, Rruga Kurt Pasha, Berat Albania
Visit King Mosque,also known as the Sultan's Mosque or Sultan Bayezid Mosque, is a mosque and a Cultural Monument in Berat .The mosque was built in the 15th century by the Ottoman sultan Bayezid II for the local Albanian population. The King mosque became a Cultural Monument in 1948.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Halveti Teqe, Berat Albania
Visit Halveti Tekke.
The Halveti Tekke is a Cultural Monument of Albania, located in Berat. ...
The teqe was built in 1782 from Ahmet Kurt Pasha and pertained to the Khalwati order, a Sufi sect. This Tekke has great architectural values, its ceiling is unique in its kind ,as far as the paintings and carvings inside it are unique.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: National Ethnographic Museum Berat, Lagja 13 Shtatori Mangalem, Berat Albania
The Ethnographic Museum ,with a rich collection of 1,300 objects is an important testimony to the culture, the interesting and rich traditions of the Berat .
It is a museum of great value, which is worth seeing during your visit to Berat (Optional)
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Belsh, Belsh, Elbasan County
Leave Berat and continue the journey through a road with many views and picturesque, to arrive at Belshi lake with a wonderful view. You will enjoy the beauty of the lake and take wonderful photos there (30')Return to Tirana 1.30 minutes
Duration: 2 hours
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duração: 8 To 9 Hours
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
Visitors will be waiting for our guide at the scheduled time at the hotel
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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