Many tourists travel and tours Albania to experience its natural beauty and view the ruins of monuments left behind by the Romans, Byzantines, and the
Albania sits on the Ionian Sea and Adriatic Sea in southern Europe, bounded by Montenegro, Kosovo, Macedonia, and Greece. This small country is dominated by the Albanian Alps. An Albania small group tour explores the Balkan peninsula with its roots in ancient Illyrian society that influenced Albanian culture.
Albania existed in relative isolation for many centuries until its transition to democracy in the 1990s. What was once ” Europe‘s enigma” Albania Tours now welcomes the curious mature and senior travellers who want to explore, learn and see Albania‘s spectacular scenery in the mountain regions and national park network of central Albania, understand the Ottoman empire and the ancient city of Berat. As well the historic importance of Albanian coastline on the Adriatic sea, the Ionian sea and Mediterranean where today pristine beaches on the Albanian riviera appeal.
Ottoman empire, who once ruled the country as part of their respective kingdoms. Albania is a worthy stop in a trip to the Balkans, which usually includes trips to nearby Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Serbia.
The 2400-year-old ancient city of Berat, originally an Illyrian settlement, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a highlight of your trip to Albania. Another World Heritage Site is the Archaeological Park of Butrint, located in the southern Albania. Butrint, known in ancient times as Buthrotum, was an important settlement for the Greeks and the Romans as it was near the Greek island of Corcyra (present-day Corfu) on the route from Italy to Greece down the Ionian Sea. The coastal town of Saranda is part of the Albanian Riviera, known for its deep, blue waters and bustling nightlife, is a popular entryway to Albania for travellers coming from Greece, and a great jump-off point for the beach and spectacular scenery.
On an Albania small group tour from Odyssey, you will learn more about this long and fascinating history and Albanian culture whilst exploring its famous sights and hidden gems.
Albania small group tours start in Tirana
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