Berat city UNESCO tour, the Castle & Belshi lake- From Tirana
Overview
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Join a guided tour of Berat City, a UNESCO heritage site. Explore the historic neighborhoods of Mangalemi & Gorica. Visit Berat Castle & Onufri Museum and stop at Belshi Lake on the way
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for travelers with walking problems
The walking tour inside the castle includes stone streets with some uphill and downhill paths. Comfortable shoes and basic fitness are recommended
Since Berat is located further south than Tirana, temperatures during the summer can be noticeably higher. We kindly recommend bringing a bottle of water, a sunhat, and wearing light, comfortable clothing to ensure you stay cool and enjoy the tour to the fullest
Kindly note that this tour is not suitable for children under 4 years old.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Belsh
Meet your guide at your location and start your journey to the historic city of Berat, one of Albania’s most unique and visited destinations. This UNESCO World Heritage site is famous for its well-preserved Ottoman architecture and rich history. Your first stop is Belshi Lake, a peaceful and picturesque spot near a small town. Take a moment to enjoy the natural beauty before continuing to Berat.
Berat Castle
Upon arrival, visit Berat Castle, a remarkable fortress where people still live within its ancient walls. As you explore, admire the stunning views of the city and discover several well-preserved Byzantine churches. Next, you have the option to visit the Onufri Museum (optional) known for its breathtaking collection of sacred artwork with vibrant red and gold hues.
What‘s Included
Castle entrance fee
Transportation to destination location
English speaking tour guide
Pickup & Drop off from Tirana city
Snacks and drinks
Everything not mentioned in the included section
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Berat city UNESCO tour, the Castle & Belshi lake- From Tirana
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Reviews
871 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Go frollick through the mountains and enjoy Albanian wine, nature, and hospitality
Jessica L,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great experience! I learned a lot, saw such beauty and fell in love with Albania 🇦🇱 Our tour guide was great and the group was very friendly. It can be intimidating to go somewhere alone, but I had such a great time joining solo. They offered food recommendations in the town and it was lovely. I loved seeing the castle and learning about Berat and the city of a thousand windows.
Great tour
Audrenltllr7,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour. Very knowledgeable and friendly guide. Highly recommend.
10/10 no notes
nikolauss294,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super informative tour to beautiful locations!
We learned a lot about albanian history.
mharl0n0,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellente and unforgetable expérience. Thank you to mr. Noël and iur driver
Satisfactory
555olaniyio,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great experience and the tour guide was polite,friendly and accommodating all through the guide.
Great experience
shannonmV4905PJ,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Noel was very knowledgeable about Albania and Berat. The views from the castle were amazing and learning about the history was interesting. I enjoyed this tour very much. Thank you Noel!
Recommended tour
472karenp,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour: comfortable transport, plenty of coffee breaks. Tour guide knowledgeable and have a good overview of city and surroundings
What a wonderful tour experience! I fell in love with Albania and look forward to trying their other tours!.
ellel522,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gorgeous views & learned a lot
Must Try Tour
Compass59010270242,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Tour guide was excellent! Very knowlegeable and it was a smooth tour.
Maybe the best one of all:-)
Larry B,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Berat City is stunning and the castle is incredible. I enjoyed the museum even though I am not religious, the Renaissance art was unbelievable to see in person. Belshi, the first stop was also really cool. The highlight of this tour though was Kladji, our tour guide. Not only was his English perfect, he also spoke fluid Italian and of course Albanian. He provided really interesting details all day and kept the day moving and fun. All the Smart Albania Tours have been great and I would suggest consider a serious look if visiting Tirana. Tour Advisor has also worked out really well for finding adventures worthy of spending valuable time and money on.
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