Gjirokastra Daily Excursion A Journey Through the Stone City

By Elite Travel-Albania

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Overview

Explore Gjirokastra, one of Albania’s most historically rich and architecturally stunning cities, known as the “City of Stone”. This full-day guided tour from Durrës takes you on a scenic journey through the Albanian countryside, where rolling hills, quaint villages, and stunning landscapes accompany you along the way.

Why Join This Tour?

✔ Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off in Durrës
✔ Explore a UNESCO-listed historic city rich in culture and tradition
✔ Visit Gjirokastra Castle for panoramic views and historical insights
✔ Experience traditional Albanian life inside Skenduli House
✔ Ideal for history lovers, culture enthusiasts, and photographers

Activity location

Gjirokaster Castle
- Gjirokaster, Albania

Meeting/Redemption Point

Brilliant Hotel & SPA
- Qeret, Tirana County, Albania

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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What's included, what's not

Private transport
Admission fee
English Speaking Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Meals
Tips for Guides and Drivers

Know before you book

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Gjirokaster Castle

5h
Admission ticket included

The Castle of Gjirokastër is a majestic fortress perched above the stone city of Gjirokastër in southern Albania. One of the largest castles in the Balkans, it dates back to the 12th century and offers panoramic views of the Drino Valley. Inside, visitors can explore military artefacts, a clock tower, and even a captured US plane from the Cold War era—making it a fascinating stop for history lovers.

Skenduli House

1h
Admission ticket included

Skenduli House is one of the best-preserved Ottoman-era houses in Gjirokastër, offering a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century Albanian architecture and family life. With its carved wooden ceilings, traditional rooms, and hidden bunkers, the house showcases the elegance and ingenuity of the time. A guided visit reveals stories of the Skenduli family and the rich cultural heritage of the city.

Location

Activity location

Gjirokaster Castle
- Gjirokaster, Albania

Meeting/Redemption Point

Brilliant Hotel & SPA
- Qeret, Tirana County, Albania
Grand Blue Fafa Resort
- 1000, Kavaje, Qarku i Tiranës, Albania
Royal G Hotel and Spa
- Shetitorja e Plazhit
- 2001, Durrës, Qarku i Durrësit, Albania
Hotel Adriatik 2
- SH4
- 2000, Durrës, Qarku i Durrësit, Albania
Sol Tropikal Durres
- 13 Rruga Prometeu
- 2005, Durrës, Qarku i Durrësit, Albania
Klajdi Resort & SPA
- 2001, Durrës, Tirana County, Albania
Bonita Luxury Resort
- Kavajë, Tirana County, Albania
Hotel Grint
- Rruga Ismail Qemali
- Golem, Qarku i Tiranës, Albania
Adriatik Hotel, BW Premier Collection
- Rruga Pavaresia
- 2000, Durrës, Qarku i Durrësit, Albania

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