From Tirana: Gjirokastër Day Trip with Guided Tour

Discover the UNESCO World Heritage city of Gjirokastër on a day trip from Tirana. Explore the historic Gjirokastër Castle, the UNESCO-listed old town. With ample free time after.
Join us on a full-day journey from Tirana to the heart of southern Albania, where history, nature, and tradition meet. Our first stop takes us to Aragosta Music, a beautiful spot by the Vjosa River—a perfect moment to marvel at one of Europe’s last wild rivers and soak in the serene landscape.

From there, we continue to Gjirokastër, the UNESCO World Heritage city known as the "Stone City." We’ll dive into its rich heritage with a thorough guided tour of the imposing Gjirokastër Castle, exploring its layers of history and enjoying panoramic views of the Drino Valley.

After the castle, we’ll walk through the UNESCO-listed old town, where cobbled streets and traditional stone houses whisper stories of the past. As a token of gratitude, each guest will receive a small souvenir and a bottle of water—our way of saying thank you for joining us.

Before your three hours of free time to explore the old bazaar, taste local food, or visit museums, we invite you to stop by our small spot in the bazaar, where you can enjoy coffee, raki, or drinks—the perfect way to experience local flavors and hospitality.

We’ll end the day as a group and head back to Tirana, leaving you with beautiful memories of Albania’s most charming stone city.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.