GJIROKASTËR & DURRËS DAY TOUR FROM TIRANA

Ancient Durrës, UNESCO Gjirokastër, Stone Castles & Sunset Dinner

From the Adriatic Empire to the Stone City — Discover Two Faces of Albania in One Day

Travel through centuries of Albanian history on a spectacular journey from Tirana to Durrës and Gjirokastër.

Begin beside the Adriatic with a walking tour through ancient Durrës, discovering its Byzantine Walls and magnificent Roman Amphitheatre.

Then continue south towards Gjirokastër, the UNESCO-listed “Stone City”, where Ottoman-era houses, cobbled streets and an imposing hilltop castle create one of Albania’s most atmospheric destinations.

End your journey with a delicious traditional Albanian dinner at sunset, surrounded by the stone rooftops and mountains of southern Albania.

Two historic cities. Two completely different worlds. One unforgettable day.

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🗓️ YOUR JOURNEY THROUGH ALBANIAN HISTORY

Tirana → Durrës → Gjirokastër → Sunset Dinner → Tirana

Your adventure begins in Tirana with a comfortable departure towards the Adriatic coast.

Enjoy the changing landscapes as your professional licensed guide introduces you to Albania’s fascinating history and culture.

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🏛️ FIRST STOP — ANCIENT DURRËS

Byzantine Walls • Roman Amphitheatre • Historic Centre

Arrive in Durrës, one of Albania’s oldest and most historically important cities.

Begin a relaxed walking tour through the historic centre.

Discover the remains of the impressive Byzantine Walls, then continue to the spectacular Roman Amphitheatre.

Imagine the city during the Roman era, when Durrës was one of the most important centres on the Adriatic.

Walk where empires once walked.

Take some time to enjoy the atmosphere of the city before continuing south.

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🏔️ THE ROAD TO GJIROKASTËR

Leave the Adriatic behind and journey through the changing landscapes of southern Albania.

As the mountains begin to rise around you, the atmosphere changes completely.

The destination ahead is one of Albania’s greatest cultural treasures.

Welcome to Gjirokastër — the Stone City.

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🏰 GJIROKASTËR CASTLE

Arrive in the historic city and explore the impressive Gjirokastër Castle, dramatically positioned above the old town.

Walk through its ancient stone spaces and enjoy breathtaking views across the Drino Valley and surrounding mountains.

The castle is more than a monument.

It is a window into the centuries of history that shaped southern Albania.

🪨 STONE WALLS. MOUNTAIN VIEWS. CENTURIES OF STORIES.

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🏡 DISCOVER GJIROKASTËR’S OTTOMAN HERITAGE

Continue your exploration through the atmospheric old town.

Depending on the day’s programme and availability, visit either the historic Zekate House or Skenduli House, two remarkable examples of traditional Gjirokastër architecture.

Discover beautifully preserved stone houses, traditional interiors and stories of the families who once lived within these walls.

Walk along the famous cobbled streets and explore the unique character of the old bazaar.

Every stone has a story.

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🌅 SUNSET IN THE STONE CITY

As the afternoon turns into evening, Gjirokastër becomes even more magical.

Watch the warm light fall across the stone rooftops and surrounding mountains.

Then sit down for a delicious traditional Albanian dinner, discovering the flavours and hospitality of southern Albania.

Enjoy authentic local dishes, traditional recipes and the atmosphere of a city that feels frozen in time.

🍽️ Traditional food. Mountain views. Golden light.

The perfect Albanian ending.

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🚐 RETURN TO TIRANA

After dinner, relax during the comfortable return journey to Tirana.

Think back on a day that took you through completely different chapters of Albania:

Roman history • Byzantine heritage • Ottoman architecture • mountain landscapes • UNESCO culture • traditional food • unforgettable sunsets

Arrive back in Tirana with memories of a truly extraordinary Albanian day.

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✨ WHY CHOOSE OUR GJIROKASTËR & DURRËS DAY TOUR?

✔️ Full-day tour from Tirana
✔️ Comfortable transportation
✔️ Professional licensed local guide
✔️ Durrës historic walking tour
✔️ Byzantine Walls
✔️ Roman Amphitheatre
✔️ Gjirokastër Castle
✔️ Zekate House or Skenduli House
✔️ Historic Old Bazaar
✔️ UNESCO World Heritage experience
✔️ Traditional Albanian dinner
✔️ Sunset experience
✔️ Southern Albanian cuisine
✔️ Spectacular mountain scenery
✔️ Perfect for couples, families & friends
✔️ Ideal for history, culture & gastronomy lovers

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❤️ TWO CITIES. TWO ERAS. ONE UNFORGETTABLE DAY.

🏛️ DURRËS

Roman & Byzantine Albania by the Adriatic.

🪨 GJIROKASTËR

Ottoman heritage, stone houses and mountain legends.

🌅 SUNSET

The Stone City glowing in golden light.

🍽️ DINNER

Authentic flavours from southern Albania.

🇦🇱 GJIROKASTËR & DURRËS DAY TOUR FROM TIRANA

ROMAN HISTORY • BYZANTINE WALLS • UNESCO HERITAGE • CASTLES • STONE HOUSES • SUNSET DINNER

Walk through ancient history.

Enter the Stone City.

Taste the soul of southern Albania.

One day. Two historic worlds. A lifetime of memories. 🇦🇱