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Gjirokastër Private Day Tour from Tirana

By Welcome Pickups
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$1,018 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 11h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

Experience Gjirokastër in comfort with a private, fully personalised sightseeing ride from Tirana. Together with your English-speaking Welcome Driver, explore the city’s iconic landmarks at a relaxed pace, ideal for first-time visitors. Your friendly local driver shares stories, insights, and recommendations, making the experience feel like a guided visit with a knowledgeable friend.

Start with pickup from Tirana and enjoy the scenic drive south through mountains, valleys, and traditional villages. Visit 1Gjirokastër Castle, one of the largest in the Balkans, with sweeping views and historical exhibits. Explore 2Gjirokastër Old Town, a UNESCO site, and wander the 3Old Bazaar with traditional shops, cafés, and local crafts. End the day at 4Blue Eye (Syri i Kaltër), a mesmerising spring with vibrant blue waters. Relax on the drive back to Tirana, enjoying a comfortable and flexible journey tailored to your interests.

Activity location
  • Tirana
    • Tirana, Albania
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Tirana
    • Tirana, Albania

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Gjirokastër Private Day Tour from Tirana
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$1,009.98 x 1 AdultNZ$1,009.98
Paid at activityNZ$7.64
Total
Price is NZ$1,017.62

What's included, what's not

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    Water
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    WiFi on board
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    All taxes and handling charges
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    Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
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    Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off
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    Fuel and Tolls
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    Hotel pickup and drop-off
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    Meals and drinks
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    Tips and Service charge
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    Gjirokastër Castle
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    Blue Eye (Syri i Kaltër)
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    Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For 1-3 people: A comfortable saloon will be assigned to your group.
  • Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
  • Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative.

Activity itinerary

Tirana
  • 1h
Tirana City / Pickup Point, Your sightseeing ride begins with pickup from your centrally located accommodation in Tirana. Enjoy a comfortable drive through southern Albania, with changing landscapes along the way.
Gjirokaster Castle
  • 3h
Gjirokastër Castle. Visit the largest castle in Albania, dramatically perched above the city. Walk along its massive stone walls, admire panoramic views, and explore one of the country’s most important historical landmarks.
Old town
  • 2h
Gjirokastër Old Town. Stroll through the UNESCO-listed old town, famous for its stone-roof houses, cobbled streets, and preserved Ottoman-era architecture that gives Gjirokastër its unique character.
Gjirokaster
  • 2h
Gjirokastër Old Bazaar. Enjoy time in the historic bazaar, filled with local crafts, handmade souvenirs, and traditional cafés. A perfect place to soak up the city’s atmosphere and take photos.
The Blue Eye
  • 3h
Blue Eye (Syri i Kaltër). Visit the Blue Eye, a breathtaking natural spring where crystal-clear, deep blue water emerges directly from the ground. One of Albania’s most famous natural wonders.

Location

Activity location
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    Tirana
    • Tirana, Albania
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Tirana
    • Tirana, Albania

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