Bylis – Gjirokaster – Tepelena Tour

Overview

An itinerary among stone and legend: the ancient Bylis, the fortresses and alleys of Gjirokastër, a museum city suspended in time. The Blue Eye offers a moment of natural wonder, while Tepelenë tells the stories of Ali Pasha between walls and riverside panoramas.

Services included in the travel package
• Transfers by bus/minivan or private transport.
• Accommodation: overnight stay in hotel / resort / guesthouse (3★/4★ category).
• Meal plan: breakfast only included.
• Guided tours: excursions and visits with an Italian/English-speaking local guide.
• Entrance fees: tickets for sites, monuments, and museums as per the program.
• Tour leader: multilingual escort for the entire duration of the trip.
• Local transport: private bus / minivan / ferries as per the program.
• Insurance: medical-health coverage.
• 24/7 assistance: dedicated emergency number throughout the stay.
• Optional extra activities: available at an additional cost.

Itenerary

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Day 1 – Durres, Gjirokastër

08:30 – Departure from Durres with transfer through the Albanian hinterland.
10:30 – Visit to the National Archaeological Park of Bylis.
12:30 – Arrival in Gjirokastër and short walk in the historic center for a first exploration.
13:00 – Lunch in the old town with traditional dishes.
14:30 – Visit to Gjirokastër Castle, exploring the walls, the Arms Museum, and the Clock Tower.
16:00 – Walk through the Ottoman bazaar and visit to the dictator’s house and the home of poet Ismail Kadare.
17:30 – Free time to explore the city or take panoramic photos.
20:00 – Dinner in a traditional restaurant and overnight stay in Gjirokastër.

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Day 2 – Gjirokastër, Blue Eye, Tepelenë, Durres

08:30 – Departure from Gjirokastër for the visit to the Blue Eye.
09:30 – Visit to the natural spring with walk and photos.
11:00 – Departure for Tepelenë.
12:30 – Arrival in Tepelenë and lunch in a local restaurant.
14:00 – Visit to Ali Pasha’s Castle, exploring the walls and panoramic views.
15:30 – Free time for a short riverside walk or coffee in the town center.
16:30 – Departure for Durres.
19:30 – Arrival in Durres and end of the tour.

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