Durres to Berat and Apollonia: Private day trip

Explore Albania's most beautiful Ottoman town, a UNESCO World Heritage site where traditional white houses cascade down hillsides, creating the famous 'thousand windows' that gave the city its nickname. Walk through the atmospheric Mangalem quarter with its distinctive Ottoman architecture, narrow cobblestone streets, and traditional Albanian houses featuring characteristic wooden balconies and stone foundations. Visit the hilltop Berat Castle, which features Byzantine churches, an active mosque, and traditional houses where families still live within medieval walls, preserving centuries-old neighborhood traditions. The traditional markets sell local products, including olive oil, honey, and handmade crafts.

Discover this important ancient Greek city founded in the 6th century BC, where extensive ruins reveal sophisticated Hellenistic urban planning and the advanced civilization that educated many Roman leaders, including Augustus. Explore the well-preserved theater, ancient agora, and residential areas while learning about Greek colonial expansion and the city's role as a major cultural and educational center in the ancient Mediterranean world. Please check the official website for the opening hours and the ticket prices, which are separate from the Daytrip fee: https://apolloniaarchaeologicalpark.al/en/home/