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Albania Explorer “Illyria Route”

8 days
Start and end in Tirana
5.0
6 traveler reviews
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 20
Ages 18+
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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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4.9
(15 reviews)

Number of tours

23

Age Range

12 to 85 years old

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  • MS
    · August 31st, 2025
    This was an excellent tour and great way to view the country. The driver and guide were incredible.
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    Trip date: August 2025
  • Albania Explorer “Illyria Route” reviewer 2
    · May 28th, 2025
    Great tour and great leader
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    Albania Explorer DMC commented on this review
    Dear Deborah Fenton, Thank you for the review and we hope that you enjoyed your stay in Albania with us. We wish you all the best. Albania Explorer Team !
    Trip date: May 2025
  • MT
    · March 30th, 2025
    Overall, an excellent tour. Guide was attentive and informative. Back office organisation was very good. Only minor negative was unexpected payment for 2 exttra nights that I thought were already paid for. This was an error in communication. Lesson here is to be clear about cost and to ensure total payment prior to tour. A slight blight on what otherwise would have been a perfect tour.
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    Trip date: March 2025
  • 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,...
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    Trip date: April 2024
  • Albania Explorer “Illyria Route” reviewer 6
    · October 28th, 2019
    We covered so much ground and could never have...
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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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    Rachel

    Asked on July 29th, 2025

    Is this tour guaranteed to depart or are there other dates in september/ october that are guaranteed?

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    • Albania Explorer DMCOperatorWritten July 2025

      We have guaranteed departure dates on 19th or 29th Sept 25!

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      Rachel

      TravelerWritten July 2025

      I don't see September 29th as a booking option. Did you mean September 26th by chance?

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      Rachel

      TravelerWritten July 2025

      I would be interested in booking the September 29th option, but that doesnt appear on your website or on Tourradars.

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    Suzanne

    Asked on February 8th, 2025

    Can we join this tour? Also, have all hotels private en-suit bathrooms?

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    • Albania Explorer DMCOperatorWritten February 2025

      We've had other travelers in their 80s join our past tours, and they managed the experience just fine. However, we do want to mention that there are certain sections of the tour where you may encounter hilly and slippery terrain. If at any point you feel uncomfortable with these parts, you're more than welcome to rest and enjoy the view while waiting for the group to continue. All our hotels are excellent, with 3* and 4* ratings, offering comfortable standard rooms.

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      Suzanne

      TravelerWritten February 2025

      Please confirm that all hotels have en-suit private bathroom

    • Albania Explorer DMCOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes all the hotels have private bathroom en-suit. The category of hotels we use are nice: Ebel boutique 4* in Tirane, Mozart Hotel 4* in Shkoder, Portik Hotel 4* Berat/Unesco, Semajo Hotel 3*Vlore, Havana 4* Sarande or similar.

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      Suzanne

      TravelerWritten February 2025

      Is there availability for 26 Sept? Please confirm that the hotels on this tour have en-suit bathrooms and twin beds.

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    Lisa

    Asked on December 7th, 2024

    What activities are included in the itinerary?

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    • Albania Explorer DMCOperatorWritten December 2024

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

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    Adam

    Asked on November 19th, 2024

    What does the B stand for after the name of the hotel

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    Anais

    Asked on November 11th, 2024

    Is there a single supplement for solo travelers?

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    • Albania Explorer DMCOperatorWritten November 2024

      Yes, a single supplement fee applies for solo travelers wishing to have their own room.

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    Michaela

    Asked on October 17th, 2024

    What are the options for accommodation during the tour?

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    • Albania Explorer DMCOperatorWritten October 2024

      We offer various accommodations including 4-star hotels and 5-star resorts based on your preferences.

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    Sebastián

    Asked on October 9th, 2024

    What is the maximum group size for the tour?

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    • Albania Explorer DMCOperatorWritten October 2024

      Our tours typically accommodate small groups, usually up to 10 participants for a more personalized experience.

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    Lynn

    Asked on October 8th, 2024

    What is the main difference between the 2 Albania tours that you offer? What, of importance, is missed in the longer tour?

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      Lynn

      TravelerWritten October 2024

      We are in our early 80's and can hike only modest trails up to 3 miles and 200 - 300 ft elevation. We are looking for a personalized service with your best hotels and to get a good feel for your country

    • Albania Explorer DMCOperatorWritten October 2024

      We will work on the itinerary as requedted. Ad it is going to be a private tour, please specify how many days you want it to be, so we can prepare the program as requested by you.

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    Ken

    Asked on August 14th, 2024

    What location is the hotel for the night before the itinerary starts? Is the hotel included? What is the cost? Also how much is the airport transport?

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    • Albania Explorer DMCOperatorWritten August 2024

      Airport transfer is 25 euro for private transfer for both of you. The group is staying at Hotel Destiny and Spa 4*. Extra night here is 80 euro / double BB. Up to now we have 13 participants. You can choose to stay in another hotel for the first night.

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      Ken

      TravelerWritten August 2024

      Can you provide an estimate for the followint: - pre/post hotel - name of hotel -airport transfer pre and post -entry fees - tourists taxes -tipping protocol

    • Albania Explorer DMCOperatorWritten August 2024

      The group that starts the tour on 4th October will be staying at the Hotel Albanopolis 4* during the stay in Tirana. Extra night there is 80 euro for a double room with breakfast included. The airport transfers cost 25 euro for one way. Entry Fees price is 86 euro per person as indicated here in the system.

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    Paula

    Asked on August 6th, 2024

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