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Europe Explorer Grand Tour “Imperial Route”

15 days
Start and end in Tirana
4.9
15 traveler reviews

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 15
Ages 18+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Bari

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Bari vecchia (old town)
    • Visit Basilica of Saint Nicholas

    Optional Activities

    • Taste local specialties and street food
    • Watch locals prepare handmade orecchiette pasta
    Landmarks
    Basilica of Saint Nicholas
    Bari vecchia
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  2. Day 2

    Pescara

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • City tour of Foggia
    • Visit Civic Museum of Foggia
    • Visit Cathedral Beata Maria Vergine Assunta in Cielo
    • Explore Foggia historic centre

    Optional Activities

    • View Ponte del Mare (bridge)
    • Explore Pescara's modern architecture
    Landmarks
    Cathedral Beata Maria Vergine Assunta in Cielo
    Ponte del Mare
  3. Day 3

    Rimini

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Ancona
    • Walking tour of Rimini historic center
    • View Roman Arena in Rimini
    • View Arch of Augustus

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Piazza Tre Martiri
    • Visit Sant'Antonio da Padova temple
    Landmarks
    Arch of Augustus
    Roman Arena (Amphitheatre)
    Piazza Tre Martiri
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  4. Day 4

    Bologna

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Self-paced exploration of San Marino old city
    • City tour of Bologna
    • View Neptune fountain
    • View San Petronio church
    • View Two Towers of Bologna

    Optional Activities

    • Climb towers in San Marino for scenic views
    • Visit Palazzo del Governo
    • Visit Basilica del Santo Marino
    • Explore Quadrilatero shopping area
    Landmarks
    Palazzo del Governo
    Basilica del Santo Marino
    Piazza Maggiore
    Neptune Fountain
    San Petronio Basilica
    Two Towers of Bologna
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  5. Day 5

    Bologna to Florence

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Florence's historical sites and museums
    • Experience Florence's cuisine and shopping
    Landmarks
    Florence Historic Centre
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  6. Day 6

    Pisa - Livorno

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Piazza del Duomo in Pisa
    • View Leaning Tower of Pisa
    • Walking tour of Livorno

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Pisa cathedral
    • Visit Terrazza Mascagni
    • Explore Fortezza Vecchia fortress
    • Discover Venezia Nuova quarter
    Landmarks
    Leaning Tower of Pisa
    Piazza del Duomo
    Terrazza Mascagni
    Fortezza Vecchia
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  7. Day 7

    Pienza - Val d'Orcia

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Siena historic centre
    • Visit Pienza Renaissance architecture
    • Scenic tour of Val d'Orcia

    Optional Activities

    • Experience local Pienza cuisine
    Landmarks
    Siena Historic Centre
    Pienza
    Val d'Orcia
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  8. Day 8

    Val d'Orcia

    Meals
    Breakfast
  9. Day 9

    Civitavecchia

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Tarquinia Etruscan necropolises
    • Walking tour of Civitavecchia
    • Explore Civitavecchia port area

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Michelangelo's Renaissance fortress in Civitavecchia
    • Explore Civitavecchia medieval village
    Landmarks
    Tarquinia Etruscan Necropolises
    Civitavecchia Port
    Fortress of Michelangelo
  10. Day 10

    Civitavecchia to Rome

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Rome
    • Visit St. Peter's Basilica with priority entrance
    • View St. Peter's Square
    • View Colosseum
    • View Altar of the Fatherland
    • View Trevi Fountain
    • Visit Pantheon
    • View Navona Square
    Landmarks
    St. Peter's Basilica
    St. Peter's Square
    Colosseum
    Altar of the Fatherland
    Trevi Fountain
    Pantheon
    Navona Square
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  11. Day 11

    Caserta - Naples

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Royal Palace of Caserta
    • Explore Royal Palace gardens
    • Walking tour of Naples
    • Visit Cappella San Severo with Veiled Christ
    • Visit Church of Gesù Nuovo
    • Visit San Gregorio Armeno
    • Visit Santa Chiara cloister
    • View Piazza Plebiscito
    • View Maschio Angioino
    Landmarks
    Royal Palace of Caserta
    Cappella San Severo
    Church of Gesù Nuovo
    San Gregorio Armeno
    Santa Chiara Cloister
    Piazza Plebiscito
    Maschio Angioino
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  12. Day 12

    Amalfi Coast - Pompeii - Naples

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Amalfi Coast scenic drive
    • Explore Pompeii ruins
    • Visit Pompeii thermal baths
    • Visit Pompeii large theatre
    • Visit Pompeii basilica
    • Visit Pompeii macellum
    • Visit House of Faun in Pompeii
    Landmarks
    Amalfi Coast
    Mount Vesuvius
    Pompeii Ruins
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  13. Day 13

    Naples to Castel del Monte

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Castel del Monte
    Landmarks
    Castel del Monte
  14. Day 14

    Bari - Ferry to Durres

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Bari vecchia (old town)
    • Visit Basilica of Saint Nicholas
    • Ferry trip to Durres

    Optional Activities

    • Taste local specialties and street food
    • Watch locals prepare handmade orecchiette pasta
    Landmarks
    Basilica of Saint Nicholas
    Bari vecchia
  15. Day 15

    Tirana

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • City tour of Durres
    • Visit Roman amphitheatre in Durres
    • Visit Archaeological Museum in Durres
    • Visit Roman Baths in Durres
    • Explore Skanderbeg Square in Tirana
    • Visit Mosque of Ethem Bey
    • Visit Archaeological Museum in Tirana
    Landmarks
    Roman Amphitheatre of Durres
    Archaeological Museum of Durres
    Roman Baths of Durres
    Skanderbeg Square
    Mosque of Ethem Bey
    Archaeological Museum of Tirana
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Reviews from other tours by Albania Explorer DMC

  • Misty
    August 31st, 2025
    5.0
    This was an excellent tour and great way to view the country. The driver and guide were incredible.
  • Noreen
    July 7th, 2025
    5.0
    Albania is a beautiful country and has lots of historical places to visit, including ancient ruins and medieval castles
  • Deborah
    May 28th, 2025
    5.0
    Great tour and great leader

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Albania. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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    • For any tour departing before April 15th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after April 15th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Albania Explorer DMC. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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