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From Tirana: Berat Castle, Old Town, and Belshi Lake Day Tour with Hotel Transfer

Boat on the shore of Belshi Lake with hills in the background.
Guest walking along stone path inside Berat Castle, Albania.
Berat Castle stone walls and archway under a clear blue sky in Albania.
Historical arched bridge spanning the Osumi River in Berat, Albania.

Duration

9 hr 30 min

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers included

Hotel pickup

    • Set off from Tirana with AC transfers and easy pickup. Explore Berat Castle, Ottoman-era neighborhoods, Gorica Bridge, and the peaceful Belshi Lake.

    • Travel with an English-speaking guide who stays with you throughout the day, offering cultural insights and context at each stop. Entry to Berat Castle is included in your ticket.

    • Climb the hilltop Berat Castle to explore its churches, stone alleys, and incredible panoramic views, with your guide sharing stories behind this living fortress.

    • Wander the historic Mangalemi and Gorica neighborhoods, known for their Ottoman architecture, and cross the scenic Gorica Bridge for memorable photo stops.

    • Pause at Belshi Lake to enjoy the natural setting, take photos, and rest before returning to Tirana.

    • Full-day tour of Berat Castle, Mangalemi and Gorica neighborhoods, and Gorica Bridge

    • Round-trip transportation from Tirana

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off from your accommodation or 7 designated locations in Tirana

    • Entry ticket to Berat Castle

    • Visits to Mangalemi and Gorica neighborhoods

    • Visit to the historic Gorica Bridge

    • Expert English-speaking guide

    • Snacks and drinks

    • Onufri Museum ticket (optional at €5 per person)

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • What to bring

    • Ensure your entry tickets are on hand for a smooth experience.

    What’s not allowed

    • For safety reasons, guests under the age of 3 years are not allowed on this experience.

    • Wearing modest attire is recommended at religious or heritage places.

    • Drones, alcohol, sharp metallic tools or objects, food & beverages large bags are not permitted on this experience.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.

    • For your convenience, accessible parking and public transportation are readily available at the stops.

    • Safety first! This experience is restricted to people with back issues, cardiac issues and pregnant people.

    Additional information

    • Hotel transfers are applicable to all hotels in Tirana city only. Make sure to specify the name and address of your hotel.

    • Ensure you arrive at your hotel lobby 10–15 minutes prior to your scheduled departure on the day of the tour.

    • Group sizes are limited to a maximum of 30 participants for a more comfortable experience.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the pickup point.

    Hotel transfers

    • This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.

    • In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.

    • This is applicable to select hotels in Tirana city.

    • On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 10-15 minutes prior to your scheduled departure.

    • If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.

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