Apollonia & Durrës 1 Day Tour

This full-day guided tour from Tirana combines a visit to Apollonia, one of Albania’s most important ancient Greek and Roman archaeological sites, with a countryside lunch focused on local fish and an afternoon guided walk through the ancient heritage of Durrës. Prices start from €69 per adult. The tour is led by a dedicated Tour Director and an on-site archaeologist at Apollonia, with private motor coach transportation, a coffee break, and all museum and archaeological site entrance fees included.

Who This Tour Is For

Apollonia is among the Balkans’ most impressive ancient archaeological sites and remains relatively uncrowded. Founded by Greek colonists in the 6th century BC and later developed under Roman rule, the city became important enough to draw the attention of Julius Caesar during the civil war and was also where the future Emperor Augustus studied. Today, the archaeological park sits in the open countryside near Fier and includes a monastery, a museum, and an extensive collection of ancient remains that can be explored away from the crowds.

This tour combines Apollonia with Durrës, also featured in the Kruja day tour, but here the two destinations form part of a route focused on Albania’s ancient past, from the Greek colonial period through the Roman era and into Byzantine times. It is particularly suited to history enthusiasts, archaeology lovers, and travelers looking for a quieter and more in-depth alternative to Albania’s busier city and nature tours.

Tour Highlights

• Guided tour of Apollonia Archaeological Park with an on-site archaeologist

• The Temple of Artemis, Odeon, and Triumphal Arch at Apollonia

• Apollonia’s monastery museum and its collection of Greek, Roman, and Byzantine artefacts

• Fish-based lunch with wine at a local countryside restaurant near Apollonia

• Roman Amphitheatre and Byzantine City Walls of Durrës

• Venetian Tower, Byzantine Forum, and Roman Thermal Baths of Durrës

• Street art set among the ancient ruins of Durrës

• Coffee break with panoramic views over Durrës

Good to Know Before You Book

Group Rates

Prices may vary depending on the final group size, date, availability, and booking conditions. The current published website price should therefore be used as the reference starting rate.

Children Policy

Children aged 0–2 years travel free of charge.

Children aged 6–12 years pay 50% of the applicable tour price.

Children aged 12 and above are charged the full adult price.

Payment and Booking

Full payment is required when confirming the booking. Payment can be made by credit or debit card through a secure payment link provided during the booking process.

Once the booking is confirmed, travelers receive a tour voucher containing the final confirmation, tour manager and customer care contact details, as well as other useful information for the trip.

Cancellation Policy

Liberty Travel does not charge a cancellation fee for tours and excursions cancelled due to force majeure or circumstances beyond the traveler’s control.

For standard cancellations, the tour can generally be cancelled up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund, minus any applicable administrative fees.