Across Albania & Kosovo
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Across Albania & Kosovo
Itinerary
Arrive Tirana, Albania
Transfer and stay at the Hotel Opera (or similar) for two nights. Enjoy a welcome drink at Komiteti-Kafe Museum. (N)
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Tirana
This morning, visit the National Historical Museum, followed by BunkArt - an antinuclear bunker built under the city, that is now a museum and modern art gallery. Afterwards, visit Bektashi World Centre, a Dervish sect that fuses elements of Shia and Sufi Islam. Your afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Apollonia - Gjirokastër
Depart Tirana and drive to the historic Ottoman town of Gjirokaster. Pausing en route to visit Apollonia. Arrive in Gjirokaster and check-in at Hotel Argjiro for two nights. (B)
Butrint
Tour the ancient city of Butrint, travelling along the spectacular Albanian Riviera, stopping to visit the historic city of Sarandë. (B, D)
Gjirokastër - Berat
Spend the morning touring the key sights of Gjirokastër. Visit Hoxha's birthplace and learn more about Albania's recent history. In the afternoon, depart for the town of Berat, pausing en route to sample wine at a renowned local vineyard. (B)
Berat
Explore Berat - another UNESCO-listed town - where you visit the Onufri Museum and the town castle. In the afternoon, meet a local family and learn how to prepare raki - a strong spirit made using twice-distilled grapes - as well as traditional coffee. (B)
Prizren, Kosovo
Depart Berat and travel north across Albania's northeastern border to Prizren, the historic and cultural capital of Kosovo. (B)
Prizren - Pristina
Begin the day with a visit to Gracanica Monastery and admire its elaborate Byzantine frescoes. Embark on a tour of Pristina, including both the modern city and the historic Ottoman district, which dates from the 14th century. (B)
Prizren - Kruja
Depart Prizren and return to Albania, in the afternoon enjoy a highlights tour of Kruja. (B, D)
Kruja - London
Transfer from Kruja to Tirana Airport for your flight to London or proceed to Budva in Montenegro to begin your extension. (B)
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
The Cox & Kings signature experiences
- Lunch with a local sheep herder
- Wine and brandy tasting at Skanderbeg
- Visit one of Europe's most unique art galleries, BunkArt
- Tour the well-preserved Roman sites of Butrint & Apollonia
- Explore the architectural legacies of the Ottoman empire & Communist era
What's included
- 3- & 4-star accommodation
- Flexible - extensions, room & flight upgrades available
- Average group size - 12 people (max 18)
- Direct international flights with British Airways
- Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
- Experienced local tour manager
- 9 breakfasts & 2 dinners
- Guided sightseeing & entrance fees
- Welcome drink
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