Berat UNESCO Town and Belshi Lake guided day tour
Excursions & day trips

Berat UNESCO Town and Belshi Lake guided day tour

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$41.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Italian, Spanish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 6 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • You will visit the most important UNESCO World Heritage Site in Albania
  • The tour allows you to learn about Berat’s fascinating history and architecture
  • You will walk in the old quarters of Mangalem and Gorica
  • There's the opportunity to explore the Berat Castle, one of the biggest inhabited castles in Albania
  • You will make a short stop at Belshi Lake, a quiet and scenic spot near a small town
What to expect

Meet your guide at your location and begin the journey toward Berat, one of Albania’s most distinctive and frequently visited cities. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Berat is celebrated for its preserved Ottoman architecture and deep historical roots.

Make a short stop at Belshi Lake, a quiet and scenic spot near a small town, perfect for enjoying the surrounding natural beauty before continuing the drive.

Upon arrival in Berat, explore Berat Castle, an extraordinary fortress where local families still live within its ancient walls. Wander through its stone pathways, admire panoramic views over the city, and visit several well-preserved Byzantine churches.

Continue with a walk through the historic quarters of Mangalemi and Gorica, located on opposite sides of the Osumi River and connected by the iconic Gorica Bridge. These neighborhoods offer a glimpse into the timeless character of the city.

Enjoy approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes of free time to explore the newer part of Berat, take photos, and have lunch at your leisure.

After the visit, relax on the return journey to Tirana.

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What's included
  • check Entrance fees
  • check Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • check Tour guide
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
Where
Meeting point:
Pick up from your accommodation in Tirana, Durres or Golem. Please provide your pickup location at checkout. You may be kindly asked to walk a short distance (1–10 minutes) to a nearby main street. This is usually due to certain hotels being located on narrow streets where our buses cannot easily access.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • The walking tour inside the castle follows uneven stone streets with uphill and downhill sections. Comfortable footwear and a moderate level of fitness are recommended

PICK UP: If you select the hotel pick-up option, you may be kindly asked to walk a short distance (1–10 minutes) to a nearby main street. This is usually due to certain hotels being located on narrow streets where our buses cannot easily access. IF YOUR HOTEL IS OUTSIDE THE URBAN AREA, YOU NEED TO COME AT A MEETING POINT.

  • IMPORTANT: You’ll receive the final tour details via email and WhatsApp the night before the tour, between 17:00 and midnight. Pick-up times may slightly change depending on the schedule, so it’s very important to check our message. If you’re asleep when we send the info, just check it in the morning to confirm your pick-up time.
  • MOBILE DATA ROAMING: On the tour day, all communication will be via WhatsApp, so please make sure your phone number is linked to WhatsApp and you have mobile data/roaming enabled
  • FITNESS LEVEL: The walking tour inside the castle includes stone streets with some uphill and downhill paths. Comfortable shoes and basic fitness are recommended!
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Provider
AlbanianBus
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

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