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Albanian Coastline

Albanian Odyssey

Monday 8 May to Monday 22 May 2023

Albania is a part of Europe rarely visited by most Europeans. Apart from Tirana and the narrow coastal belt, it is mountainous and sparsely
populated yet has a rich and varied history. Above all, its people are friendly and welcoming – after years of isolation they really appreciate our visit.

Day 1- London to Tirana Day 3 - Korcë Day 5 - Gjirokastra
Afternoon direct flight from London for an evening There is time for a stroll in the village before the Morning drive to Gjirokastra for a 2-night stay.
arrival in Tirana, capital of Albania. Transfer to our city short drive to nearby Korcë, a bustling cathedral city Birthplace of Enver Hoxha, the town is built on two
centre hotel. which owes its existence to its proximity to both levels, the upper level of which includes the old city
North Macedonia and Greece. Return to Voskopojë with its pre-Ottoman citadel affording striking views
Day 2 - Lake Ohrid and Voskopojë for overnight. of the Drino River below. We visit the citadel, once a
A short walking tour of the Tirana highlights includes political prison but now a weapons museum.
the clock tower, the Palace of Culture and the Bunk’ Day 4 - South to Permet
Art 2 Museum dedicated to the memory of the tens The mountains are spectacular as we drive along Day 6 - Sarandë, Butrint & Beautiful Coastline
of thousands who were imprisoned and persecuted minor roads towards our next destination. We have Drive via the Blue Eye fresh water spring to the lovely
during the communist regime. Drive to Durrës and lunch at the Farma Sotira bio fish farm and pass close coastal town of Sarandë and the UNESCO World
then train to Elbasan in Albania’s central mountains. to the Greek border before arriving at the spa town Heritage archaeological site at Butrint, originally
Finally, by road to beautiful Lake Ohrid and the tiny of Permet. Dinner at a local restaurant. settled by the Ancient Greeks.
village of Voskopojë where a late evening meal awaits.

Gjirokaster, Albania © Andrew Marshall Shkodër, Albania - konfederatik - shutterstock

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