Apollonia Archaeological Park & Byllis
Explore ancient ruins, a hillside amphitheater with stunning Vjosa valley views, and enjoy a comfortable stay at a 4-star hotel.
We leave Tirana this morning and visit Apollonia Archaeological Park, once an important Greek trading colony and later a Roman city. We then continue to Byllis, a major 4th-century BC settlement in southern Illyria, where the hillside amphitheatre looks out across the Vjosa valley. By evening we reach Vlora and stay overnight at the 4-star Hotel Partner.
EXPLORING TIRANA
Discover art in repurposed bunkers and explore Albania's history at the Archaeological Museum.
Skanderbeg Museum, Krujë
Explore medieval architecture, historical artifacts, and stunning views over the Albanian landscape, showcasing 15th-century resistance to the Ottoman Empire.
Apollonia Archaeological Park & Byllis
Explore ancient ruins, a hillside amphitheater with stunning Vjosa valley views, and enjoy a comfortable stay at a 4-star hotel.
Amphitheatre of Byllis
This ancient Roman site offers tiered seating, remnants of public spectacles, and stunning views of the Albanian countryside.
Butrint (archaeological site)
Discover ancient ruins with Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Venetian influences, featuring a Roman theatre, basilica, and city walls in a lush, wooded setting.
Citadel of Gjirokastër
Explore a historic fortress with stunning valley views, featuring a clock tower, artillery displays, an armaments museum, and a vibrant folklore festival.
BERAT
A UNESCO site since 2008, this Albanian town features unique layered architecture, ancient castles, and a blend of mosques and Byzantine churches.