Apollonia, founded during the first half of the 6th century BC, was one of the largest cities of the Adriatic basin. Preserved in an exceptional condition, its architecture suggests the mingling of western and eastern building traditions.
Durrës ( Dyrrah ), founded in the 700th BC by ancient Greek settlers from Corinth and Corcyra, is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities.
Highlights
From 8 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 8 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Afternoon tea
Tour escort/host
Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea
All activities
Drinks
Gratuities
Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Minimum drinking age is 18 years
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May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
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Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Apollonia, founded during the first half of the 6th century BC, was one of the largest cities of the Adriatic basin. Preserved in an exceptional condition, its architecture suggests the mingling of western and eastern building traditions.
Durrës ( Dyrrah ), founded in the 700th BC by ancient Greek settlers from Corinth and Corcyra, is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities.
Highlights
From 8 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 8 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Afternoon tea
Tour escort/host
Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea
All activities
Drinks
Gratuities
Itinerary
1
Apollonia Archaeological Park
Transfer to Apollonia this morning and set off on a guided tour, where an on-site archeologist explains the history behind the temple of Artemis, the Odeon, the Triumphal Arch and more.
1 hour and 30 minutes
2
Pojan
We head for lunch in a local restaurant in the countryside of Apollonia.
2 hours
3
Durres
In the afternoon, you will be transferred to Durrës, for a guided tour of the city’s famed ruins. You will wander around its City Walls, Venetian Tower, Byzantine Forum, roman Thermal Baths, the Amphitheater, and more. Take a coffee break with a great view of the city before travelling back to Tirana.
