Ionian and Adriatic Tour

Arrival at the airport of Corfu, private transfer to the hotel. Free time in the evening to explore Corfu Old town and overnight in Corfu.

After breakfast, private transfer to Corfu Port. We take the ferry towards Albania and stop in the coastal city of Saranda. Meet with your guide at the port and start the tour with a visit of Butrint Archeological Park - an UNESCO world heritage site. It is situated in a beautiful peninsula among dense vegetation, offering visitors more than just old ruins. Free afternoon in Saranda and overnight.

Today we visit the National Park of Blue Eye (Syri i Kalter). We will enjoy walking and sightseeing of 15 springs of the area. Later we continue the journey to Gjirokastra, known as the city of stones. Gjirokastra is included in the World Heritage List of UNESCO since 2005. The city is known for its characteristic and narrow coble stone streets. We will visit the fortress overlooking the city from the top of the hill. We will also visit the Ethnographic Museum, which is also the house where the Albanian dictator was born. After the visit of the old town and the bazaar, we drive back to Saranda for overnight.

Drive on the spectacular Albanian Riviera looking down at the Ionian Sea, passing through the small coastal villages of Himara, Dhermi, Jala. Enjoy swimming in the undiscovered stony beaches if weather permits. In the late afternoon we will arrive in Vlora; the town of Albania's independence proclamation. Overnight in Vlora.

Today we travel to Apollonia, one of the most well known archeological sites in the country and recently a national archeological park. We visit the Odeon, and the courtyard of the monastery where there is a Byzantine style church. Afterwards we drive to Tirana, the capital. We take a walking or a driven tour of the major sites of the city. Overnight in Tirana.

Heading towards Dajti mountain - 1,613 meters above sea level. We start the trip with a panoramic cable car ride to the National Park of Dajti. This is the longest cableway in the Balkans. The 15 minute scenic journey takes visitors over forest, farms, hilltops and even bunkers. We visit Dajti National Park and enjoy the panoramic views over Tirana. Transfer back by cable car at the starting point and drive back to the hotel for overnight.

Today we drive to the northern city of Albania - Shkodra. We visit the Castle of Rozafa and enjoy the view of the city. After, we visit the city and walk in the narrow stony streets with its venetian architecture. Later we cross border with Montenegro and drive towards Budva; the main tourist centre of the country. In addition to the splendid beaches of the "Budva Riviera", the city also possesses a tiny, but beautiful, historic centre. Overnight in Budva.

Today we drive towards Skadar Lake where we will enjoy its magnificent view while on a boat tour. We will also have the possibility to enjoy wine made in a local winery in the area around the lake. Drive back to Budva for free afternoon and overnight.

Drive towards Old City of Kotor, a well preserved urbanisation typical of the Middle Ages. Medieval architecture and numerous monuments of cultural heritage have made Kotor an UNESCO listed "World Natural and Historical Heritage Site". The entrance of the city is in three different old gates, with Kotor's Main Gate being the largest and probably the most beautiful. Afterwards we see the clock tower, located in the very heart of Kotor. It is one of the most recognizable landmarks of the city. Further we pass by the Drago Palace. Decorated with dragons, the palace remains a good example of Gothic architecture. Drive back to Budva for overnight.

Today we travel towards Croatia, with city tour of Dubrovnik, this UNESCO protected pearl of the Adriatic and its Cathedral, Rector's Palace, Fransican Monastery, Clock Tower, Orlando's Columns, Sponze Plaza, Dubrovnik City. Free time in the old city. Overnight in Dubrovnik.

Transfer to the airport based on your flight timing.