Apollonia Park, Narta Lagoon and Vlore 1-day Tour in Albania, Tirana

Duration

8 hours

Language

English

Guests

2-15

Drive south of the Adriatic Sea for a journey blending history, culture, and natural beauties.

Highlights:

Admire Greco-Roman temples at the Apollonia Archeological Park
Watch flamingos and pelicans in Narta Lagoon
Visit Vlore, the city of Albanian Independence
Learn more about the co-existence of different religions in Albania

Includes:

Entrance fees
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Tour guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Tirana

Not Included:

Food and drinks

Please note: Please note there's a minimum of 2 people per booking. Minimum age for joining this activity: 6 years old. This tour includes pickup from Tirana or Durres. Please complete the booking with all required information. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring some water, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and a mosquito repellent.

Your first destination will be the Apollonia Archeological Park, where Julius Caesar and the Roman emperor Augustus set foot. You will take a walk around the ancient city dominated by Greco-Roman temples, olive groves, and panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea. At the heart of the site, you will visit the Byzantine church of St. Mary and the impressive museum of Apollonia. The trip continues to the Narta Lagoon, a protected area lived by flamingos and pelicans. The tour will drive you all around the lagoon and salt marshes for birdwatching.

Later, you will head to the coastal city of Vlore, where the Independence of Albania took place in 1912. You will have plenty of time to visit the Old Town, the Independence Square, and the different religious sites - the Muradie Mosque, and Kuzum Baba Bektashi Temple - to learn more about religious co-existence in Albania. After the tour, you'll be driven back to your hotel.