Description

From the sparkling Adriatic coast, over the Ionian Sea and across the central highlands of mainland Greece, join an adventure from arguably the most beautiful city in Croatia to the ancient metropolis of Athens. Along the way, stop to bask on pristine Montenegrin beaches, explore the historic towns and cities of undiscovered Albania and travel back in time in Corfu's evocative Old Town - this trip is an Albanian Adventure to remember.

Highlights

• Explore the jewel of the Dalmatian Coast.
• Relax on a pristine Montenegro beach.
• Admire exquisite frescoes in Albania's Et'hem Bey Mosque.
• Wander through Berat - the 'City of a Thousand Windows'.
• Be captivated by charming Corfu.
• Lose yourself in ancient Athens.

Itinerary

Days 1-2 Dubrovnik

The undisputed jewel of the Dalmatian Coast, Dubrovnik is a beautiful white stone town that is picturesque, full of character and surrounded entirely by city walls.

Day 3 Ulcinj

With some of the most beautiful beaches in Montenegro, a thriving nightlife and a charming old town, Ulcinj is often described as a little piece of heaven.

Days 4-5 Tirana

Tirana is gradually being reborn with its colourful buildings, a revamped city centre, great museums and the intricate E'them Bey Mosque being but some of its gems.

Days 6-7 Berat

Surrounded by ancient stone walls, Berat's well-preserved citadel encloses dozens of old churches and houses, and has a feeling as if time stood still.

Days 8-9 Gjirokastra

Gjirokastra is a rare example of a well-preserved Ottoman town. Perched on a mountainside, its enchanting citadel overlooks the Drinos River Valley.

Days 10-11 Saranda

With a Mediterranean climate, clear azure waters and spectacular beaches, Saranda is Albania's little slice of paradise.

Days 12-13 Corfu

Corfu is possibly the most beautiful of Greece's Ionian Islands, with wild flowers, cypress groves, mountains, a scenic coastline and beautiful beaches.

Days 14-15 Athens

Named after the goddess of wisdom, Athens has a weighty history that spills out over the modern city, represented most dramatically by the ancient Acropolis.

Group Size

Maximum of 12 travellers per group

Accommodation

Homestay, Hotel

Transport

Bus, Ferry, Metro, Minibus, Private Bus, Taxi

Important notes

A Single Supplement is available on this trip, please ask your booking agent for more information.