The exciting tour will begin at the scheduled time, depending on your pickup location, in a comfortable SUV that will make your journey more comfortable and enjoyable. Once we are all in the vehicle, we will head towards Apollonia Archaeological Park, which can be reached in about 2 hours by car from Tirana.
Discover the history, nature, and coastal beauty of southern Albania on this full-day tour departing from Tirana/Durres. Your journey begins with a scenic drive to Apollonia Archaeological Park, one of the most important ancient sites in the country. Explore the impressive ruins of this former Greek and Roman city, including temples, theaters, and panoramic views over the surrounding countryside.
Continue towards the coast to visit Zvernec Island, home to the picturesque 13th-century Zvernec Monastery. Walk along the wooden bridge through the lagoon, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, and take in the natural beauty of the Narta Lagoon.
Next, head to the vibrant coastal city of Vlora, where the Adriatic and Ionian Seas meet. Enjoy free time to stroll along the seaside promenade, relax at a café, or have lunch while admiring the sea views.
For those seeking adventure, an optional speedboat tour is available to the Sazan Island and Karaburun Peninsula. Experience crystal-clear waters, hidden caves, and untouched beaches, making this boat trip a highlight of the day.
This tour perfectly combines culture, history, nature, and relaxation, offering an unforgettable day trip from Tirana.
At the end of this journey, with all the memories this tour has given you, you will resume the return journey to Durres/Tirana and be dropped off at the same starting point.
PICK UP: If you select the hotel pick-up option, please note that in some cases, you may be kindly asked to walk a short distance (1–5 minutes) to a nearby main street. This is usually due to certain hotels being located on narrow streets where our vehicle cannot easily access.
Please note: Based on the number of people participating in the day tour, a different vehicle will be used, ranging from a normal Car, SUV, and Van.
IMPORTANT: You’ll receive the final tour details via email and WhatsApp the day before the tour, within midnight. Pick-up times may slightly change depending on the schedule, so it’s very important to check our message. If you’re asleep when we send the info, just check it in the morning to confirm your pick-up time.
MOBILE DATA ROAMING: On the tour day, all communication will be via WhatsApp, so please make sure your phone number is linked to WhatsApp and you have mobile data/roaming enabled.
