From Tirana: Berat UNESCO & Osum Canyon Swimming Tour
ID: GYG1205648-1850557
Category:
Country: Albania
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Explore UNESCO-listed Berat and swim in the Osum Canyon Skrapar. Enjoy a relaxed small-group experience led by a local guide combining culture, nature, and adventure.
Discover two of southern Albania’s highlights in one balanced and enjoyable day trip from Tirana.
Your journey begins in Berat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the “City of a Thousand Windows.” Explore Berat Castle with your local guide, walk through historic stone streets, and enjoy panoramic views over the Osum River while learning about the region’s culture, traditions, and daily life.
After exploring the old town, continue toward the Osum Canyon in the Skrapar region. During the warmer months, you’ll have time to relax and swim in the refreshing waters surrounded by dramatic canyon cliffs and untouched nature. This is a scenic and peaceful stop, perfect for photos and enjoying Albania’s natural beauty.
There will also be free time for lunch at a traditional local restaurant (optional).
This experience is led by a local guide who personally accompanies the group, ensuring a friendly small-group atmosphere and attention to detail throughout the day.
Swimming takes place in the Osum Canyon area near Skrapar and depends on weather and river conditions.
Highlights
- Explore Berat Castle and UNESCO old town with a local guide
- Swim in the Osum Canyon near Skrapar
- Travel in a small group for a more personal experience
- Enjoy scenic canyon views and authentic local stories
- Free time for lunch at a traditional restaurant
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Moderate walking involved
• Swimming is seasonal and weather dependent
• Small-group experience
• Lunch stop is optional
INCLUDED
- Transportation in a comfortable car or minivan, selected based on group size
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Tirana
- Local English-speaking guide
- Guided visit of Berat Castle and old town
- Visit to Osum Canyon (Skrapar area)
- Free time for swimming
- Bottled water
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch (optional stop at local restaurant)
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities (optional)
When should I book?
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.
Cancellations
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.
