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Europe Explorer Grand Tour "Adriatic and Ionian Route"

25 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
Guided in English
Ages 18+
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Highlights

  • Explore Skanderbeg's mausoleum in Lezha
  • Stroll through Ulcinj's medieval old town
  • Discover Dubrovnik's ancient maritime success
  • Tour the UNESCO-listed old city of Kotor
  • Visit the Roman amphitheater in Pula

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Tirana - Lezha – Ulcinj(131 km, 2h 15 min)
  2. Day 2 Budva (UNESCO) - Kotor (UNESCO). (157 km, 3 h 40 min).
  3. Day 3 Dubrovnik (UNESCO)(91 km, 1 h 40 min).
  4. Day 4 Makarska - Split (UNESCO). (213 km, 3 h 20 min).
  5. Day 5 Trogir (UNESCO) - Zadar - Starigrad(211 km, 3 h 10 min).
  6. Day 6 Lukovo - Rijeka - Opatija (191 km, 3 h 10 min).
  7. Day 7 Pula (UNESCO) - Trieste (Italy). (230 km, 2 h 55 min)
  8. Day 8 Venice (UNESCO). (155 km, 1 h 48 min)
  9. Day 9 Ravenna (UNESCO) - Rimini. (225 km, 2 h 25 min).
  10. Day 10 San Marino (UNESCO) - Ancona. (135 km, 1 h 55 min).
  11. Day 11 Pescara. (155 km, 2 h 15 min).
  12. Day 12 San Giovanni Rotondo - Foggia.
  13. Day 13 Castel del Monte (UNESCO) - Bari (161 km, 2 h 15 min) - Ferry to Durres (Albania) overnight in ferry, (300 km, 8 h 0 min).
  14. Day 14 Durres - Tirana.
  15. Day 15 Berat (UNESCO).
  16. Day 16 Ardenica Monastery - Apollonia (UNESCO) - Zvernec Monastery - Kanina - Vlore. (114 km, 2 h 10 min).
  17. Day 17 Orikum - Llogara National Park - Himare - Butrint (UNESCO) - Saranda. (159 km, 3 h 35 min).
  18. Day 18 Igumenica - Parga - Nikopolis (UNESCO) - Preveza. (204 km, 3 h 30 min).
  19. Day 19 Patras - Olympia (UNESCO). (282 km, 3 h 30 min).
  20. Day 20 Mystras - Sparta - Mycenae - Corinth. (322 km; 4h 20 min).
  21. Day 21 Epidaurus - Athens (UNESCO). (184 km; 2h 40 min).
  22. Day 22 Delphi (UNESCO) (330 km; 4 h 20 min).
  23. Day 23 Kalambaka - Meteora (UNESCO). (330 km; 4 h 20 min)
  24. Day 24 Kastoria - Korce. (Albania). (197 km; 2 h 55 min).
  25. Day 25 Pogradec - Lin - Elbasan - Tirane. (168 km; 2 h 55 min).
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What's Included

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4.9
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12 to 85 years old

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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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Tour ID: 231607

  • Currencies
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    Albania
    Euro
    Croatia, Greece and Italy
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, L.

    Type C
    Albania and Montenegro
    Type E
    Albania and Montenegro
    Type F
    Albania and Montenegro
    Type L
    Italy
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Albania.Greece.Montenegro. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Albania.Croatia.Greece.Montenegro. 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.Croatia. Ideally 6 months before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before April 11th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after April 11th, 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.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Albania Explorer DMC will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
    • The following cards are accepted for "Albania Explorer DMC" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
  • Cancellation Policy
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