Tour of Albania North to South – Nature & Culture on a 4 Days Trip
Shkoder · Theth · Berat · Saranda · Tirana
Resumo da viagem
This multiday tour of Albania includes all the must-visit cities, rich in culture and stunning nature sceneries, from the north of Albania, also known as the Gheg region to the south region of Toskeria. You will discover the history of the country dating from the early Antique Period to the Modern Days, and enjoy the beautiful diverse nature of tall mountains and amazing beaches. In addition, the highlights of the country such as Shkodra, Berat, Gjirokastra, Durres, and Saranda will be explored in detail to offer you the real taste of “Albania“.
Itinerário dia a dia
Starting in Tirana, we will head towards the North of Albania with the Castle of Rozafa as the first stop. Built over the top of a hill, the castle has played a crucial role in Albanian History dating from the Antiquity and the Illyrian–Roman Wars. Its building history is also connected with one of the most fascinating legends.
After our visit of the castle, we will head down to the city of Shkoder. Famous for its typical architecture, sense of humor, and warm welcome, it has been one of the most important centers of Albania. Shkodra is also a city with high religious tolerance. At a short distance from each other, we can find a Catholic Church, Orthodox Church, and Muslim Mosque.
On a Walking tour through Shkoder, we will see some of the most interesting parts of the city and the famous “Pedonale”.
Diving through the history and culture of Shkoder we will enjoy some picturesque views of Lake Skadar and Shiroke. Situated by the Skadar lake, this part of the city is often visited for its special cuisine and “Karp” fish specialties.
Theth
The tour heads then to Theth National Park with its glamorous mountain terrain decorated with waterfalls and natural springs, where we will have a short hike to explore the untouched nature of Theth.
Overnight in Theth in a local guesthouse
