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From Tirana: Private Berat Full-Day Trip, Private Guide/Car
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At a glance
Duration
7 hours
Price from
$137 / person
Location
Tirana, Albania
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 9 reviews
Languages
EN, NL
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Albania Tour Guide
Description
Berat is a historical city in Albania and a UNESCO site. You will explore the historical neighborhoods of Mangalem, Gorica & Kala. You will visit Berat Castle, the Red Mosque and the Holy Trinity Church. You will go inside the Museum of Iconography and the National Ethnographic Museum. In the afternoon, you will have some free time to shop for souvenirs, take pictures & stroll through the cobblestone streets. Hotel pick-up in Tirana, transportation and all entrance fees are included.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
8:30 AM
Next available
Thu, Oct 15
Adult
$137
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $205.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 10 of the next 17 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
From Tirana: Private Berat Full-Day Trip, Private Guide/Car
Pickup included
Itinerary
Berat Castle
Admission included60 min
The first stop of the tour is the Castle of Berat. The Kala fortress is an enormous castle on the top of the hill in Berat. From the castle, you will have amazing views in all directions and see the historical town and river below.
Within the castle walls, you will see a village-like neighborhood, called Kala. Until this day, some people are still living within the castle walls. The castle dates back to the 13th century and there are many Byzantine churches within the walls and one Ottoman mosque.
Pass by
The Holy Trinity Church is one of the best preserved churches inside the Berat castle. It will be one of the first buildings you see, as you walk up the hill towards the upper castle. The church is very beautiful and quite an eye-catcher. It was build in the 14th-century and still remains beautiful until this day.
National Iconographic Museum Onufri
Admission included20 min
The Museum of Iconography is a museum with religious painting from several Albanian monasteries. The museum is located within the castle walls in the largest church on the premises, called "the Church of the Dormition of St. Mary". The museum is named "Onufri" after the Albanian fresco and icon-painter.
National Ethnographic Museum Berat
Admission included60 min
Just down the hill from the Berat castle, we will visit the National Ethnographic Museum of Berat. The museum is inside a beautiful 18th century Ottoman house. On the ground floor, you can see a traditional medieval bazaar with embroidery, woodcarving and metalworking shops. On the second floor, you can visit a traditional house with a guest room, a kitchen and a work room.
60 min
Then in the afternoon, we will visit the Mangalem & Gorica Quarters. These are the traditional neighbourhoods build on the side of the hill. You will see hundreds of little white Ottoman-style houses. From the bottom of the hill, it looks like the little houses are stacked on top of each other. Therefore, Berat is called "the city of a thousand windows". In short, Berat is a very romantic city with an Italian atmosphere.
Berat
120 min
Free time to explore Berat
In the late afternoon, you will have some free time to stroll through the old neighborhoods of Berat. You can buy souvenirs, sit down on one of the many terraces, take stunning pictures on the bridge and try some local food. Berat has many beautiful architecture and traditional houses, which have been turned into restaurants, shops and hotels. After seeing this beautiful city, you will no doubt understand why it is a museum city and a UNESCO Heritage Site.
What's included
Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Gratuities
Lunch
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
9 reviews
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How it compares in Tirana
Starting price $137 is close to the typical $137 for tours of similar length in Tirana
Excurgo comparison of 984 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Check our Terms and Conditions on our website
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does From Tirana: Private Berat Full-Day Trip, Private Guide/Car take?
From Tirana: Private Berat Full-Day Trip, Private Guide/Car lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does From Tirana: Private Berat Full-Day Trip, Private Guide/Car cost?
Prices start at $137 per person for this Tirana experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $205. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does From Tirana: Private Berat Full-Day Trip, Private Guide/Car run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM.
Does From Tirana: Private Berat Full-Day Trip, Private Guide/Car sell out?
It can: 10 of the next 17 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel From Tirana: Private Berat Full-Day Trip, Private Guide/Car for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Hotel Agron, Krokodil hotel & bar.
What languages is From Tirana: Private Berat Full-Day Trip, Private Guide/Car offered in?
The experience is available in EN, NL.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is From Tirana: Private Berat Full-Day Trip, Private Guide/Car worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 9 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Albania Tour Guide.
Reviews(9)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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JGJ21
September 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent Albanian Trip
We booked 5 one day tours in Albania and Jack was our guide and driver. He was great at both, very knowledgeable, helpful, on time and showed parts of Albania we would never try on our own. He was a safe and patient driver which is necessary in Albania. We booked early and Manon and Jack were there to help with non-tour questions. We have had private tours before in Asia, South America and Europe and Jack and Manon's service is 5 star. Albania is a beautiful country! If you want to see the best it has to offer, book Jack and Manon!
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Lieschen M
October 31, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
6 Day Tours with Jack
We booked three day tours and a three day round trip. In advance, Manon advised us well. Jack is a knowledgeable, reliable guide and a safe driver. (Land Rover, very convenient) He brought us closer to the culture, history and landscape of Albania. I highly recommend tours with Jack and Manon
Operator response
Hi,
Thank you for the 5-star review.
It was very lovely to meet you both.
And we wish you all the best.
Kind regards from Albania,
Jack and Manon
Albania Tour Guide
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R8294UImaggiem
October 8, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Beautiful Albania
The whole day was a wonderful experience. We were treated so well and Jack made sure we were informed about the history of the town and the area. He was very knowledgeable and easy to get on with. It was a most enjoyable day all round and we were glad of the opportunity to see more of the beautiful country.
Operator response
Hi Maggie,
Thank you so much for the 5 star review.
It was so lovely to meet you both.
We wish you all the best.
Kind regards from Albania,
Jack and Manon
Albania Tour Guide
M
mariasR1631FT
September 29, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent 1 + 2 days tour with Albania Tour Guide
We did 2 tours combined (1 day to Berat and 2 days to Ksamil, Burint etc) with Albania Tour Guide and both were excellent.
The contact with Manon before and after we booked the tour was really good.
We did our 1+ 2 day trip with Jack and it was professional and personal at the same time. We felt very well taken care of, the guiding at the different stops were really interesting as well as all other information about the country and its history. The tips/advices we got for restaurants was excellent! It was a lot of driving and it felt like Jack was a really good and safe driver as well.
When we come back to Albania we know who to contact för new tours. Thank you Manon and Jack for making our trip to Albania so interesting and nice!
Operator response
Hi Maria,
Thank you so much for the lovely review. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your holiday in Albania.
We wish you all the best.
Kind regards from Albania,
Jack and Manon
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dianneh296
August 7, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
You must see this place in Albania and you must use this guide service
This one of several trips we took out of the capital Tirana with Jack, a partner in the guide service. No surperlatives are sufficient to describe how good and informative jack’s service was. To back up his knowledge he is a genuine, kind and caring professional as well as his driving skills which are excellent, a must in Albania. His partner Manon is also a great guide and an excellent communicator and administrator re bookings and emails.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Hi Dianne and Phil,
Thank you so much for the amazing review.
It was so lovely to meet you.
And we wish you many more beautiful travel adventures in your future!
Kind regards,
Jack and Manon
Albania Tour Guide
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Odyssey65179006657
July 2, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Berat Day trip, great experience.
We had a great time on our day trip to Berat with Orlanda. There were only 3 of us and we had free time to walk around Berat as well as seeing the main sites. She also recommended some restaurants, one of which we had one of the best meals while in Albania. Highly recommend her.
Operator response
Thank you
S
S-curious
September 22, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Nice activity and beautiful country
My sister and I did this day trip with Manon and his driver (I forget his name sorry) and it was a lovely day!
We enjoyed the view, the history of the Berat castle, and exploring this small town. We appreciated particularly the stories that Manon shared with us about Albanian traditions and native peoples.
It was an activity appreciable and without a rush. Man on recommends us a nice restaurant where we could try the true Albanian dishes and have a lot of fun with local people.
Our driver was lovely and let us listen to Albanian music while we were contemplating the farms and fields on the road.
I recommend it for sure! I will contact Manon for my next holidays in Albania (north trip).
Thank you a lot for everything !
Operator response
Thank you so much for the 5-star review!
You and your sister were such lovely guests.
I wish you both all the best!
Kind regards,
Manon
Albania Tour Guide
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TariqQayyum
July 11, 2021 · via Tripadvisor
Tour of Berat the UNESCO heritage city of 1000 windows
Worth to see the City of thousand Windows, (Berat) added in the UNESCO heritage list. With this the tour of castle added more joy. You will find yourself in altogether a different world, highly recommended.
This was a personal trip, the tour was planned professionally, very punctual, provided what was promised in the agreed price. Highly recommended guys, thanks Jack :-)
Operator response
Hi Tariq,
It was so nice to meet you! And thank you so much for your amazing review. I am so happy that you enjoyed your private tour of the City of a Thousand Windows & the Castle of Berat!
Kind regards,
Jack
Albania Tour Guide
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285RobD
July 6, 2021 · via Tripadvisor
Lovely tour guides/lovely country
We did 3 separate day trips (1 with Manon and 2 with Jack). They are a lovely couple who speak very good English.
The first tour we did was to Berat and it was lovely to see this beautiful town and the views from the castle were excellent.
The second tour we did was to Lake Komani. Whilst this is a 4hr journey each way with a 5am start, it was well worth it. I’ll be honest I didn’t know a lake as beautiful as that was here when we booked a holiday in Albania, it’s very much on par with what you’d see in somewhere like New Zealand.
The third tour we did was Cape Rodon, this was more of a relaxing peaceful trip.
Throughout the trips Manon and Jack constantly answered all our questions including ones not related to the tour as we like to get a better understanding of a country and no better way than to ask those who live there!
Guys, thanks again so much for sharing your beautiful country with us. We absolutely intend to recommend you and your country to others. We just felt so safe and literally every person we met was welcoming.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Hi Rob & Laura,
Thank you so much for the amazing review!
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your tour to Berat & the stunning view from Berat Castle.
And thank for letting people know that Lake Koman is just as beautiful as the nature in New Zealand! It put a great smile on our faces to read you really enjoyed getting to know Albania & that you would recommend Albania to your friends!
It was so lovely to meet you both!
Kind regards,
Manon & Jack
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