From Tirana: Berat UNESCO & Belsh Day Tour
5.022 reviews
Discover the 2,500-year-old Berat Castle and its rich history on a guided day trip from Tirana. Explore the Mangalemi and Gorica neighborhoods and their landmarks.
Duration
9 hours
Type
Day Tour
Starting
Tirana
Ending
Same as pickup point
Group size
1 to 50
Live tour guide
English
Difficulty
Easy
Cancellation
Free cancellation 24h
Highlights
- Discover the 2,500-year-old Berat Castle and its rich history
- Explore the Mangalemi and Gorica neighbourhoods and their landmarks
- Enjoy a brief stop in the town of Belsh and admire its scenic lake
- Learn about the development of Berat under different empires
- Visit the Church of Saint Mary, the Red Mosque and more
Full description
Begin your journey in Tirana and drive with your group towards the Ottoman city of Berat. Midway, stop in the small town of Belsh, located by Belshi Lake and surrounded by 84 other small lakes. Enjoy a brief stop for a coffee by the lake.
Next, ascend the castle hill for a visit to the 2,500-year-old Berat Castle. Embark on a 1.5-hour walking tour and learn about its development under different empires, spanning from Roman to Byzantine to Ottoman. Visit several landmarks, including the Church of Saint Mary, the Church of the Holy Trinity, the Red Mosque, the fortress walls and watchtowers, and traditional Ottoman houses.
Descend to the city center and explore the renowned Mangalemi neighborhood. Discover significant landmarks such as the city gate and former Pasha's residence, the Sultan's Mosque, and Berat's bustling boulevard. Pass by the famous Gorica Bridge and explore the old Gorica neighborhood.
Itinerary & Details
Your journey
StartFinishStops in itinerary order
Lines show the stop order, not the roads traveled.
Tirana
Drive
(50 minutes)
Belshi Lake
(30 minutes)
Drive
(50 minutes)
Berat Castle
(1.5 hours)
Berat Castle Free Time
(40 minutes)
Berat Old Town
(2.5 hours)
Drive
(1.5 hours)
Tirane
Pickup and meeting point
- Please note that one day before the tour starts you will receive a message with pick up instructions via WHATSAPP.
- You will be provided with an exact location via Google Maps link that will be at or very near your hotel along with the exact pick up time.
- Kindly ensure you are at the provided location at the requested time.
- The tour guide with the transportation will stop there, greet you and your trip will start!
What’s included
- Included: Visit to Belshi Town
- Included: Visit to Berat Castle
- Included: Visit to Onufri Museum (During free time)
- Included: Visit to Mangalemi and Gorica Old Towns
- Included: Walking tour of Berat Castle
- Included: Visit to Church of Saint Mary
- Included: Visit to Church of the Holy Trinity
- Included: Visit to Red Mosque
- Included: Visit to Fortress Walls & Watchtowers
- Included: Visit to Traditional Ottoman Houses
- Included: Visit to the city gate and former Pasha's residence
- Included: Visit to The Sultan's Mosque
- Included: Visit to Berat's bustling boulevard
- Included: Pass by the famous Gorica Bridge
- Not included: Food and drinks
Important information
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes for walking on cobble stone roads
- Protection from the sun and heat during summer season
- Warm attire during winter season
Know before you go
- The tour starts in Tirana
- The tour involves walking so comfortable shoes are recommended
- The tour includes a brief coffee stop by Belshi Lake
Q&A
How long does the tour last?
The tour lasts about 9 hours. It starts at 09:00.
Where does the tour start?
The tour starts in Tirana.
How big is the group?
This is a group tour with up to 40 travellers.
What language is the tour guided in?
The tour is guided in English.
Can I cancel my booking?
You can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
What should I bring?
What to bring: Comfortable shoes for walking on cobble stone roads, Protection from the sun and heat during summer season, Warm attire during winter season, Bottle of water.
How can I book the tour?
This is an easy process. Please proceed at the calendar and choose your preferred travel date and the number of people you would like to book for. Below press "Check Availability", fill in your personal details and proceed to payment.
Is pick up offered at the hotel?
Pick ups are offered at the hotel or very nearby, depending on the route of the bus and how accessible is your accommodation.
Is Berat worth visiting?
Berat city, being close to Tirana and a UNESCO protected site, it is one of the main attractions of Albania. Many people enjoy berat so we can definitely recommend berat.
Do I have to pay the full amount when I book?
Yes. Day trips are paid in full when you book. You can still cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
How difficult is this tour?
The difficulty level of this tour is easy. If you have any health or mobility concerns, let us know when you book and we will advise you.
Top Rated
From
€35per person
Start from:Tirana
- Lowest Price GuaranteedThe final price may vary depending on date, participants, and availability.
- Free cancellationCancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refundRead the cancellation policy
Customer reviews
Overall rating
5.0/5
Based on 22 reviews
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- 5.0
Dick M
17/07/2026
Tirana to Berat
Terrific tour! Steep climb to the Berat Castle, though. Worth the effort.
- 5.0
Jo Rimmer
16/05/2026
Just returned from a wonderful day trip to Berat. Our guide, Jeffry, was the perfect host - providing us with comfortable travel and brilliant history and details about this wonderful country and the beautiful places we visited. Nothing was too much trouble - and the care Jeffry took to make sure we were always happy and well fed ensured every moment of our day was enjoyable!
- 5.0
Enxhi
17/04/2026
A fairytale city of stone
Absolutely loved visiting Berat! Wlking along the Osum river at sunset was unforgettable. Beautiful and full of charm...
- 5.0
Sonila L
21/02/2026
Nice experience
It was a really enjoyable experience, not only because of the beautiful places we visited, but especially thanks to the excellent guide. He was very knowledgeable and shared the information in a fun and engaging way, which made everything more interesting. The driver also did a great job and made the trip comfortable and smooth
- 5.0
Liney Colas
10/02/2026
Everything was perfect 👌 and Nolan was amazing 🤩 thanks Really recommend
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