Half-Day Trip
Total Price / Person €
75
Gjirokastra Heritage Day Trip
The City of Stone!
Featuring rows of slate roofed houses, narrow cobbled streets and a fortress holding the artifacts through the eras, Gjirokastra is a beautiful relic of Albanian history.
This ancient city perched on top of a hill overlooking Drino Valley, is an UNESCO Heritage Site known for its preservation of the Ottoman architecture.
Walk with us today all the way to Gjirokastra castle, holding not only Ottoman relics, but history spanning from the ancient times to now!
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Tour
Itinerary
Meeting Point
We will pick you up from your location. Pickup available from anywhere in
Tirana.
Viroi Lake
An artifical lake just outside of Gjirokastra, known for its clear spring water and gorgeous landscape. This location is perfect for a short stop and walk alongside the the water
Cold War Tunnel
For all of the dark history enthusiasts, this is a great opportunity to understand the underbelly of communism and the lengths Albania has gone through to prepare during the Cold War.
Old Bazaar
In the olden days, when every family had a trade of their own, the Old Bazaar was the heart of the economy of the city. To this day the cobble streets of this neighborhood remain an active cultural and social space for the people.
Here you will be able to have lunch to your liking!
Gjirokastra Castle
Known as one of the largest castles in Albania, Gjirokastra Castle predates construction from the medieval era to our modern times. Visit with us this landmark of the city and view Gjirokastra from above.
Drop Off Point
After Gjirokastra we drive we back to Tirana, where we drop you off at your location.