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Athens to Rome; Semi – Private Tour with Dedicated Tour Leader & Car

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 10
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Athens to Delphi - Meteora (Kalabaka)

    Start point
    Athina, Attica, Greece (Hotel p[ick up in Athens , 09:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Delphi archaeological site with Temple of Apollo, Castallian Fountain, Theatre, Stadium, and Museum
    • See the Large Sphinx of Naxos and Treasury of the Athenians at Delphi
    • View bronze statue of the Charioteer (dated 475 B.C.) at Delphi Museum
    • Visit Meteora monasteries perched on rock formations
    Landmarks
    Temple of Apollo
    Castallian Fountain
    Treasury of the Athenians
    Theatre of Delphi
    Stadium of Delphi
    Delphi Museum
    Meteora
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  2. Day 2

    Meteora (Kalabaka) - Ioannina - Gjirokaster

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Ioannina Old Town with Byzantine and Ottoman architecture
    • Visit Ioannina Castle from the Byzantine era
    • Free time to stroll Ioannina's old town and visit traditional cafes
    Landmarks
    Ioannina Castle
    Ioannina Old Town
    Gjirokaster
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  3. Day 3

    Gjirokaster

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Gjirokaster Castle, built in 4th century A.D.
    • Explore medieval bazaar of Gjirokaster
    • Walk through old town with narrow stone-decorated streets
    • View handmade crafts from local artisans and producers
    • Visit one of Gjirokaster's best-preserved traditional houses

    Optional Activities

    • Meal, wine tasting, or leisurely stroll at The Barrels vineyard and restaurant
    Landmarks
    Gjirokaster Castle
    Mali i Gjere
  4. Day 4

    Gjirokaster to Berat

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Berat's medieval old houses and narrow stone streets
    • Visit Berat Castle where residents still live within the walls
    • View ancient churches and mosques in Berat
    • Browse museums in Berat
    • Visit Gorica Neighbourhood
    Landmarks
    Berat Castle
    Gorica Neighbourhood
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  5. Day 5

    Berat - Drilon - Tushemisht - St. Naum - Ohrid

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Drilon National Park with spring-fed lake and greenery
    • Stop in Tushemisht to meet local street vendors and view local crafts

    Optional Activities

    • Purchase homemade preserves, honey, herbs, and handcrafted souvenirs from Tushemisht vendors
    Landmarks
    Drilon National Park
    St. Naum Monastery
    River Crni Drim
    Lake Ohrid
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  6. Day 6

    Ohrid

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Church of St. John at Kaneo viewpoint
    • Explore Ohrid's Orthodox churches and medieval architecture
    • Visit Ohrid Castle
    • See Ohrid Amphitheatre
    • Visit Paper Museum with handmade paper production demonstration

    Optional Activities

    • Purchase handmade paper souvenirs from Paper Museum
    Landmarks
    Church of St. John at Kaneo
    Ohrid Castle
    Ohrid Amphitheatre
    Paper Museum
  7. Day 7

    Tirana - Local Food & Walking Tour

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Byrek tasting at local restaurant), Dinner (Traditional Albanian meal at New Bazaar with regional specialties and Albanian Grape Raki)

    Included Activities

    • Local food tour with companion
    • Taste Byrek at a local restaurant
    • Browse Çam bazaar
    • Explore hidden alleyways and street markets of Tirana
    • Visit second-hand goods market
    • Enjoy traditional Albanian meal at New Bazaar
    • Taste Albanian Grape Raki

    Optional Activities

    • Explore charming neighborhoods with colorful buildings and local shops on free time
    Landmarks
    Çam bazaar
    New Bazaar
  8. Day 8

    Tirana to Durres

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • City tour of Durres
    • Visit largest Ancient Roman-style Amphitheatre in the region
    • Walk Vollga seaside promenade

    Optional Activities

    • Try traditional Durres ice cream from street vendors
    Landmarks
    Durres Amphitheatre
    Vollga Promenade
  9. Day 9

    Durres to Bari (Ferry or Flight)

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Gentle walk by the seaside in Durres
  10. Day 10

    Bari

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Bari Vecchia (Old Town)
    • Walk Lungomare (seaside promenade)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Bari at your own pace during free time
    Landmarks
    Bari Vecchia (Old Town)
    Lungomare Promenade
  11. Day 11

    Bari - Alberobello - Matera - Salerno

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Alberobello and Rione Monti quarter with over 1,000 Trulli houses
    • Explore Matera and its Sassi (ancient cave dwellings)
    • Visit Piazza Vittorio Veneto in Matera

    Optional Activities

    • Meal at local Trulli restaurant in Alberobello
    • Purchase unique souvenirs from Alberobello shops
    Landmarks
    Alberobello
    Rione Monti
    Matera Sassi
    Piazza Vittorio Veneto
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  12. Day 12

    Salerno - Amalfi Coast - Naples

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Drive along Amalfi Coast with scenic views
    Landmarks
    Amalfi Coast
    Lattari Mountains
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  13. Day 13

    Naples to Rome

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Piazza del Plebiscito
    • View Royal Palace
    • Visit San Francesco di Paola church
    • Explore Galleria Umberto I
    • Explore Quartieri Spagnoli (Spanish Quarters)

    Optional Activities

    • Dine at traditional Neapolitan restaurants and pizzerias in Quartieri Spagnoli
    Landmarks
    Piazza del Plebiscito
    Royal Palace of Naples
    San Francesco di Paola
    Galleria Umberto I
    Quartieri Spagnoli
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  14. Day 14

    Rome - Local Food Tour

    End point
    Roma, Rome, Italy (End of the tour , 14:00 - 19:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Local food tour including spreadable creams with truffle, mushrooms, cheese; fresh prosciutto, ham, and salamis; arancini; and authentic Roman pizza), Snack (Limoncello tasting at local market), Dessert (Authentic Italian gelato at gelateria)

    Included Activities

    • Local food walking tour in Trastevere neighborhood
    • Visit local market and sample spreadable creams (truffle, mushrooms, cheese)
    • Taste limoncello at market
    • Visit Norcia region products store and taste prosciutto, ham, and salamis
    • Sample arancini (crispy rice balls) at pizzeria
    • Taste authentic Roman pizza with super-crispy thin crust
    • Try authentic Italian gelato at gelateria

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Rome at your own pace
    • Savor espresso and Cannoli at a bustling cafe
    Landmarks
    Trastevere

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  • Athens to Rome; Semi – Private Tour with Dedicated Tour Leader & Car reviewer 1
    May 29th, 2021
    The best experience! I really enjoyed Albania and definetely will go again during summer, it was a great adventure ,...
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    May 28th, 2021
    We had the most wonderful time hiking south of Albania. My boyfriend and i really enjoyed every day exploring....
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    Dear Maxy, Thank you so much for taking time and writing this kind review. It was a pleasure organising this tour for you and your friend. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed it! Best regards, Choose Balkans team
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    May 31st, 2020
    This was our second tour booked with Choose Balkans, but this time to explore south of Albania. Challenging,...
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    Hello Kamille, thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure organising this tour for you and we are happy to hear that you enjoyed it! Best regards, Choose Balkans team
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    May 31st, 2020
    The trip was incredible! Albania is a beautiful country, but the experience would not have been half as memorable if...
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      We do provide the tents and the mattress, you can bring your own sleeping bags. Until now we do not have a confirmed departure for this date however feel free to book the tour as we can organize this tour even for just one person.

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    I'm traveling solo and interested in hiking I would like to know what is the earliest trip you have in October and how many people in a group what are their ages?

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      We are happy to inform you that we can organize a tour for you. Hiking tour of South Albania in three days, Departure date: 10th of October. There are 2 other travelers on this tour.

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