Day 1 — Tirana
Arrival at Tirana International Airport. Meet your guide and driver. (Suggested arrival between 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM).
Transfer to Tirana, the capital city of Albania.
Enjoy a welcoming coffee as the day begins, followed by a guided walking tour of Tirana (approx. 2 hours). Discover the city’s history, its transformation through the years, and its blend of old and modern architecture.
Visits include:
- Namazgjah Mosque — the largest and newest mosque in the Balkans.
- The Orthodox Cathedral of Tirana
- The Tirana Pyramid and the main boulevard, Martyrs of the Nation
Enjoy lunch at a traditional Albanian restaurant.
In the afternoon, visit the House of Leaves, once the headquarters of the secret police and surveillance operations during Albania’s communist era.
Check in at your hotel. The evening is free for personal exploration — your guide will offer recommendations for the city’s most popular bars, lively neighborhoods, and restaurants for dinner.
Day 2 — Kruja
Depart at 8:30 AM for Kruja (approx. 1.5–1.45 hours, depending on traffic).
Explore Kruja Castle, the stronghold of Albania’s national hero, Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg — defender of Christianity and revered as the King of the Albanians.
Stroll through Kruja’s historic Ottoman-style bazaar, known for its traditional crafts and preserved architecture.
Enjoy a traditional lunch in Kruja.
Return to Tirana in the afternoon.
Visit Bunk’Art, an anti-nuclear bunker from the communist era, now a museum detailing the Cold War period and the network of over 173,000 bunkers built across Albania.
Evening at leisure for dinner.
Day 3 — Durrës
Travel to Durrës, ancient Dyrrachium (Epidamnus) — one of Albania’s oldest cities, founded in the 8th–7th century BC. It’s home to the largest amphitheater in the country and Albania’s most important seaport.
Visits include:
- The Amphitheater of Durrës
- The Venetian Tower
Free time for lunch by the beach promenade.
In the afternoon, transfer to Tirana International Airport. (Suggested flight departure after 5:00 PM — plan to arrive at the airport at least 2 hours prior to your flight.)
Farewell and end of services.
