Experience the coastal heritage of Albania on a day tour to Vlora and Kanina Castle. Explore the picturesque Zvërnec island, visit the historic Kanina fortress, and discover the rich history of Vlora town.
Experience the coastal heritage of Albania on a day tour to Vlora and Kanina Castle. Explore the picturesque Zvërnec island, visit the historic Kanina fortress, and discover the rich history of Vlora town.
- Zvernec Monastery - Around 10 am, the group will arrive at Zvërnec, Narta Lagoon. The island hosting the Monastery is linked to the mainland by a charming and distinctive 270-meter-long wooden bridge. Participants will stroll across the Zvërnec Lagoon under the morning sun. The monastery, constructed in the 13th century, is dedicated to Mary….
- Zvernec Monastery - Around 10 am, the group will arrive at Zvërnec, Narta Lagoon. The island hosting the Monastery is linked to the mainland by a charming and distinctive 270-meter-long wooden bridge. Participants will stroll across the Zvërnec Lagoon under the morning sun. The monastery, constructed in the 13th century, is dedicated to Mary. During the communist era, it was repurposed for military use, leading to the deterioration of its beautiful frescoes, which now require urgent restoration.
- Kanine Castle - After spending about an hour exploring the monastery and the island, the group will proceed to Vlora to visit the Kanina Fortress. This site offers a breathtaking view of Vlora Bay, Narta Lagoon, the Karaburun Peninsula, and both the Adriatic and Ionian Seas.
- Vlore - The tour will then move to the historic center of Vlora town, where its rich history will be shared. Vlora is known as the city of independence and plays a significant role in both the past and present. The port of Vlora is a key hub on the Adriatic Sea, and the rocky coast along the Ionian Sea is a popular summer destination. Recently, the historical area of Vlora has been renovated, and this will be part of the visit.
- Private transportation
- Certified Guide
- Entrance tickets to Kanina Fortress
- Private transportation
- Certified Guide
- Entrance tickets to Kanina Fortress
- Everything else that is not mentioned at the Inclusion section.
- Guide Gratuity
- Everything else that is not mentioned at the Inclusion section.
- Guide Gratuity
At Albania My Way, we focus on the unique local elements that give our country its distinct identity and strive to provide our guests with a genuine Albanian experience. Today, we’ll be exploring Vlora, a bright gem among Albanian towns, hugged by both the Adriatic and Ionian seas. We’ll start our journey at the Zvërnec area within the Narta Lagoon….
At Albania My Way, we focus on the unique local elements that give our country its distinct identity and strive to provide our guests with a genuine Albanian experience. Today, we’ll be exploring Vlora, a bright gem among Albanian towns, hugged by both the Adriatic and Ionian seas. We’ll start our journey at the Zvërnec area within the Narta Lagoon. Accessible via a picturesque wooden bridge 270 meters in length, we’ll take a serene morning walk across the lagoon. Here, we’ll find a monastery dating back to the 13th century, dedicated to Mary. During the communist era, it was used for military objectives and, unfortunately, its stunning frescoes have suffered decay and are in urgent need of restoration. Our journey continues to Vlora where we will ascend to the Kanina fortress and be awed by the breathtaking view of Vlora Bay. We’ll then explore the historic heart of Vlora and delve into the town’s rich past.
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