Gjirokastra Full-Day Tour

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Highlights

Be introduced to the most fascinating monuments and heritage sites in the city
Visit Gjirokastra Castle
Taste coffee ground in a stone pot
Visit Skenduli house and the Ethnographic Museum

Description

Visit the medieval bazaar and the Ottoman-style houses in the old part of the town, where you will see artisan women making handmade doilies, carving wood or silver and other guild shops in the narrow cobbled stone streets of this suburb. While visiting people in their homes, have traditional coffee (ground in stone) and mountain tea will be served. You will also visit Gjirokastra city, the castle and much more. Later, you will have the chance to taste the typical local food cooked by local women. You will also visit the Skenduli House, you'll most likely be shown around by Mr Skenduli himself. The house was built around the year 1700 and has many fascinating features. Later, you will visit the Ethnographic Museum. In the end, you will enjoy free time around the city.

Includes

Entrance to the castle
Entrance to Skenduli House
Entrance to Ethnographic Museum
Traditional coffee (ground in stone) and mountain tea
Food and additional drinks
Transportation

Important Information

Comfortable shoes - there will be a lot of walking on uneven surfaces

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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