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From Tirana: Berat Castle, Old Town, and Belshi Lake Day Trip

Berat old town houses with traditional Ottoman architecture in Albania.
Berat Castle stone walls and towers with scenic hillside view in Albania.
Interior of Berat Castle chapel with religious icons and wooden altar.
Frescoes depicting religious figures inside Berat Castle, Albania.

Duration

9 hr

Free cancellation

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

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Guided tour

Transfers included

    • Travel from Tirana on a hassle-free day trip with round-trip AC transfers, perfect for exploring Albania’s cultural and natural gems in one go.

    • Get expert insights from an English-speaking guide throughout the tour. Entry to Berat Castle and insurance are included in the experience.

    • Walk through Berat Castle’s fortified walls and discover its medieval churches, quiet alleyways, and stunning river views from the hilltop.

    • Stroll through Berat’s Old Town, with time to admire its iconic white Ottoman houses and preserved streets that give the city its UNESCO title.

    • Pause at Belshi Lake to take in peaceful lakeside views and unwind in a quiet natural setting before heading back to Tirana.

    • Full-day tour of Berat Castle, Berat Old Town, and Belshi Lake

    • Round-trip AC transfers from Tirana

    • Entrance ticket to Berat Castle

    • Expert English-speaking guide

    • Liability insurance coverage

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off

    • Food and drinks

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

  • What to bring

    • Have your entry tickets ready for a seamless experience.

    What’s not allowed

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

    • Safety is a priority, so this experience is restricted to guests under the age of 3 years.

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

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not wheelchair or pram/stroller accessible.

    • Accessible parking spaces and public transportation options are conveniently located at the stops.

    • People with back issues, cardiac issues and pregnant people are restricted from participating in this experience.

    Additional information

    • Wait times may vary at the stops depending on the group size.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption 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 all hotels in Tirana.

    • On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 10-15 min 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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