Berat Day Tour: Explore Albania’s UNESCO City from Durres
Overview
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7 hours
Mobile ticket
This journey is unique in the same way that the city is unique in terms of architecture, history, culture, tradition, and dramatic mountain beauty. It's no surprise that Berat was designated a museum city by the Albanian government in 1961 and a Unesco World Heritage site in 2008.You will learn about how people have lived in the castle from the 4th century BC and how they still do now. Visit their home and sample their handmade sweets and fresh fruits from the garden.
See the Holy Trinity Church, followed by the Onufri Iconography Museum, which is housed within the Castle.
On this journey, you will be able to sample regional delicacies and wines as well as see picture-perfect scenery.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Berat Castle
From antiquity to the present, a living castle This castle is the city of Berat's pride and joy. Its courtyard gives beautiful views of the city and the valley below, and you're sure to be welcomed warmly by the castle's inhabitants.
National Iconographic Museum Onufri
His name is inscribed on the National Iconographic Museum in Berat, which is housed in the Dormition of St. Mary Cathedral. The Byzantine church is highlighted by an iconostasis carved on walnut wood, gold-plated, and surrounded by other exquisite works of medieval art. The museum's collection, which totals 173 chosen works, also comprises the majority of Onufri's oeuvre. The famous Onufri's post-Byzantine art works were thereafter continued by his students, including his own son, Nikolla. All of the icons in this museum were painted between the 16th and 20th century by Albanian iconographic painters.
What‘s Included
Entrance ticket to the Castle of Berat
Pick up & Drop off from your location
English licensed Tour Guide/Driver
Transport with Comfortable vehicles with AC
Personal expenses
Tip and gratuities
Wine Tasting/Food
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Berat Day Tour: Explore Albania’s UNESCO City from Durres
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Reviews
27 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Berat day trip
alice w,,Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best trip ever! Our guide, Eri, was patient, respectful, and incredibly helpful. He showed us around Berat and the fortress, making sure we were comfortable every step of the way. I would highly recommend this experience 💯
The best day tour we ever had.
paulkI1990PU,,Oct 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ani is such an amazing guide! He is a professional, knowledgeable, and very friendly guide. Berat was stunning; a lovely walk around the castle, stopping at numerous sites. We learnt a lot of things during our trip: we ate great food, drank great wines, strong raki, and learnt a lot about Albanian culture and tradition. Like how to drink raki with a family or group of friends. Best day tour option to book if you are coming to visit Albania!
Mario and Berat exceeded all our expectations
Jeni G,,Sep 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I don’t often write a review but Mario really deserves one. His tour was nothing short of brilliant and I’m already recommending it to others. From when Mario picked us up (on time and in a clean car) he chatted sharing his knowledge of the country and some personal stories too. He answered pretty much all our questions and made us feel at ease. The tour itself to Berat was great (you can ready about the place elsewhere). Mario took us around the castle showing us the best view points, chatting about the history and introducing us to residents as we went. After lunch we visited the towns either side of the river. We requested lunch and Mario took us to a beautiful local restaurant with the most amazing views. Everything on the tour was about giving us the absolute best experience. After lunch we headed to Cobo vineyard for wine tasting. Another great experience where Mario could share more stories and his local knowledge while we drank wine. Then back to the hotel! Throughout it all Mario also took photos of us (both posed and ones we didn’t know were happening). He’s a brilliant photographer! It wasn’t cringy (I generally hate my photo being taken!) and now we have so many photographic memories of the day along. I can’t recommend Mario enough. I’ve heard great things about the other tours too and I only wish we’d known about Tok tours earlier.
Nice trip, nice guide and beautiful nature.
Roving00806112221,,Aug 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was one of the best tours I've ever had. Andi was the perfect guide, answering any questions that we had and telling us everything we wanted to know about Berat as well as Albania. Unfortunately, it was very hot, but he always made sure to talk with us in the shadows so we wouldn't burn. He was a smooth driver while giving tips and history about each area we passed by. It was an amazing tour, and I highly recommend it for anyone traveling to Albania.
Trip to Berat
T4681OMfionah,,May 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent trip, tour guide Mario had great knowledge of the history of the area, and was an excellent driver. We got good information and our guide was polite, professional and helpful, offered good comfort breaks. Berat an amazing place to visit. Trip was tailor made I would recommend this trip to any visitor
Amazing tour!! Amazing guide!
sarahhE8495ZS,,May 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Me and my mum took the tour to berat and berat Castle with Mario and it was amazing! Mario was very informative, professional and friendly and took us to see so much! Offered plenty of stops on the drive to berat and when we got to berat he took us everywhere and showed us everything. We even got to meet the oldest lady living in Berat and have tea with her and talk to her! He had lots of information and history of the place. Fantastic tour and an even more amazing tour guide!
We recommend this experience for everyone!
166harak,,Apr 6, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip to Berat was a lot of fun! Great day out with Andi! He is hilarious, incredibly knowledgeable, and obviously loves Albania. I definitely recommend taking this tour to discover this fascinating city! Thank you very much.
Interesting excursion and very friendly guide
guillaumemA1987QZ,,Mar 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00A very interesting excursion. A very friendly guide, who adapted to my very poor English. Honestly, I advise.
A wonderful trip
kalorinaf,,Feb 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a great time in Berat. The tour is very interesting; there are many things to see and visit. The guide was excellent and we had a great time. Wine tasting is a must. The place is great and the wines are delicious. I highly recommend booking this tour when you are in Albania.
Fantastic day to Berat with great driver and guide!
salvocX9744RO,,Feb 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a really great time on the tour with our guide. He showed us all the good spots and took all the time we needed! I recommend this experience to everyone, especially if Adi is your tour guide!!
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