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If you're looking for a unique and unforgettable experience, look no further than this wine tour overlooking the Durres majestic hills & lakes above the Adriatic Sea. Join us as we stroll through beautiful vineyards and learn about the local terroir, grape varieties, tasting wine and food and lean about rich history of the area, including the impact of the Communist era and the post-Communist revival. Afterwards, we'll take you to a unique wine cellar to explain the production process from start to finish. A professional and friendly sommelier will guide you through a tasting of the finest local wines, all set in an absolutely stunning environment. Book your countryside & wine tour today and discover the incredible beauty and flavor of the region.
The Latins unequivocally mention that Biturica, the ancient Illyrian vine, was the mother of the Carmenet grape family (including Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, etc.), and perhaps Biturica minori (Gamay grape variety) originated from Durrës (Albania). When the Romans took over in 168 BC, the region was divided into different provinces, and the wine produced in the area was definitely celebrated for its unique flavor. Local winemaking continued until the start of Ottoman rule in the late 15th century. From then on, it was a very long road to independence for Albania. And as was the case in other Islamic nations, wine production dipped drastically due to the dietary restrictions of the faith. From 1944 to 1992, Albania was under socialist rule. During this time, almost all wineries and plantations were dedicated to producing wine for export. By 1990, Albania had a vineyard area of about 18,000 to 20,000 hectares.
We can meet you and pick up & drop-off you directly from Hotel Continental Plepa Durres
Durrës Countryside Vineyard Experience with Wine & Food Pairing lasts about 4–5 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $105 per person for this Tirana experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. We can meet you and pick up & drop-off you directly from Hotel Continental Plepa Durres Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyPDouxnn1+qM0olkvMgvFRY=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyOjbBDgiBXEqZ/vVHt17xqA=.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 127 verified reviews; it is run by Tok Tours. Most-mentioned highlights: Professional English-speaking guide; Welcome shot of homemade raki (Albanian brandy); Guided vineyard tour in the Durrës countryside.
Was sold as cheese and cured meats with wine tasting - were served no meat or cheese - only bread olives some vegetables and yoghurt !! Very poor value for money and not given any real response from customer service. Our plates did not look like the ones shared from other reviews at all. Also bus was hardly road worthy - every time the driver braked the seats lifted up off the ground
Excellent day touring the countryside outside of Durres. The winery is absolutely lovely! We very much enjoyed learning about the region’s history and the local varietals. Highly recommend!
Very good experience with Mario as our driver . He gave us a detailed tour and was very friendly and helpful. 100% recommended
Mario—-He did an excellent job today. He was knowledgeable, efficient, and very approachable. He took the time to explain what he was doing and made sure everything was completed properly before leaving. We’re very happy with the service and wouldn’t hesitate to use him again.”
An amazing trip from start to finish. We had such a great time and this was the highlight of our whole trip. We were picked up by Mario, very informative and excellent English. Arrived at a most beautiful vineyard and made to feel welcome by every member of staff. Fantastic selection of wines and food. Highly recommended
Thank you for your kind review. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the Durres Countryside Vineyard Experience and that it was a highlight of your trip. It is great to know that the tour, the vineyard hospitality, and the wine and food pairing met your expectations, and that our guide provided a professional and informative service.
The female employee gave a very clear and fascinating explanation about the wines and made it very educational and enjoyable.
Hartelijk dank voor uw mooie review. Wij zijn erg blij om te horen dat u de uitleg over de wijnen als duidelijk, boeiend en leerzaam heeft ervaren. Het is fijn om te weten dat onze medewerkster heeft bijgedragen aan een plezierige en informatieve ervaring tijdens het vineyard bezoek. Dank u wel voor het delen van uw feedback. Wij hopen u in de toekomst opnieuw te mogen verwelkomen.
This is really a must if you are in Albania. Full of enthusiasm we were picked up by our Guide Mario. Mario knows how to tell passionately about his land and the vineyards. You get a tour of the beautiful landscape full of surprises. In addition enjoyed delicious wines and food.
Hartelijk dank voor deze geweldige review. Wat fijn om te horen dat u deze tour als een absolute must in Albanië heeft ervaren. We zijn blij dat u heeft genoten van de enthousiaste begeleiding, de passie waarmee over het land en de wijngaarden werd verteld, en de rondleiding door het prachtige en verrassende landschap. Natuurlijk doet het ons ook veel plezier dat de wijnen en het eten zo goed in de smaak vielen. Wij hopen u in de toekomst opnieuw te mogen verwelkomen
The walk through the vineyards, then a detailed tour of the bunkers/ distillery was very educational & interesting. The location & setting is so picturesque, beautiful. There was a good selection of wine & food provided for tasting & pairing. Be careful of the Raki, i kid you not. The guides were very good, polite, friendly & informative, they definitely want you to have the best experience.
Thank you very much for your detailed and thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the vineyard walk, the educational tour of the bunkers and distillery, and the stunning setting especially at sunset. It’s great to know the wine and food selection added to the overall experience, and your note about the raki certainly made us smile. We’re especially pleased that the guides made a positive impression with their professionalism, friendliness, and genuine care in creating the best possible experience. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and hope to welcome you again in the future.
Degustation at Abaia winery. The visit was really enjoyable ! Our guide Erisa was lovely, and kind and really clear in her explanation. The wines were delicious, I enjoyed a lot my visit ! Plus, our driver, Mario was really kind and told us a lot about albanian history ! I recommend this experience !
Thank you very much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed such a pleasant evening at the winery and that the tasting was a highlight of your visit. It’s wonderful to know that the explanations were clear and engaging, the wines were to your liking, and that both the guide and driver contributed to making the experience informative and welcoming. Thank you for recommending this experience and for taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you again in the future.
Today was a fun experience with charmimg Alexandra, who helped us, introduced us to local customs, shared her knowledge, time with us, ín a perfect vibe, bringing people with different cultural backgrounds together. We arra now singing along, ín a minubus, going home, with a feeling of joy, brotherhood/sisterhood and a night of connecting.
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