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Private Tour, Wine Tasting, Ardenica Monastery, Durres. Car & Driver included

New To The Site! Tirana, Albania

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5 to 6 hours (approx.)
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A day where you can dive in time travel and indulge in rare Albanian wines, complemented with a fantastic view of vineyard hills and Adriatic Sea.
Walking tour of Durres Castle, Amphitheater and beachfront promenade.
Drive to the serene hills of Ardenica, visiting a 700 year old monastery followed by relaxing at Albanica Winery, tasting local wine from rare native grapes that grow in Albania only, accompanied with fresh food (meze) traditional way of serving wine.

What's Included

  • Brunch Mixed appetizers (meze) with wine tasting
  • Alcoholic beverages Wine tasting at Albanica Winery
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch No meals or Drinks
  • Entry fees in museums and Ardenica Monastery
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What To Expect

Durres

Visit Durres Castle, surrounded by fortified walls built since 5th century, repaired during middle ages and recently from damages of 2019 earthquake. Inside the castle you'll find the largest amphitheater in Albania, still buried underground for most part. The amphitheater is about 1800 years old, built by Romans in second century AD. Stroll on Durres beachfront promenade to enjoy a snack, coffee or buy a souvenir to remember it by. *Admission ticket to Durres Castle and drinks are not included in price
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Ardenica Monastery

Visit the 700 years old Ardenica Monastery. Inside you'll find a beautiful church with surviving original frescos and a magnificent iconostasis carved of wood that seats in front of the church hall. *Entry fee at Ardenica Monastery not included in price.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ardenica Restaurant & Wine

Wine tasting in Albanica Prifti Family Winery. A family vineyard position on top of the hills facing west towards the Adriatic sea. Prifti family grows varieties of autochthonous grapes, Debine, Moschat as well as Mediterranean traditional vines Cabernet and Merlot. Here you'll have the opportunity to taste: 3 glasses of white, red and rose wine. Bruschetta Kish (byrek) Cheese Mixed plate (meze) Wine tasting and appetizers are included in the tour price!
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour, Wine Tasting, Ardenica Monastery, Durres. Car & Driver included?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • BrunchMixed appetizers (meze) with wine tasting
  • Alcoholic beveragesWine tasting at Albanica Winery
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Dedicated Driver, and assistance (Not Guide)
  • LunchNo meals or Drinks
  • Entry fees in museums and Ardenica Monastery

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour 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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