Butrint National Park
Please inquire about small group pricing.
In the southwest corner of Albania are the remains of the ancient city of Butrint, a UNESCO World Heritage site, hosting the best preserved, beautiful ancient outdoor theater and floor mosaïc.
First UNESCO Site of Albania
Architectual highlights
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Roman theatre
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Dionysus altar
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Nymphaeum
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Thermae
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Gymnasium
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Forum
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Aquaduct
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The temples of Minerva and Asclepius
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The Lion Gate
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Baptistery
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On this tour you will discover the ancient history of Butrint. This old Roman city was made a UNESCO Hertitage Site by among others Auron Tare, the founder of Our Own Expeditions. So we can guarantee an in-depth knowledge of the National Park.
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What should I wear?We will be walking, so wear flat, comfortable shoes. During summer months, we strongly recommend sun protective gear and bringing a bottle of water. Optional: swimsuit and towel.
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What happens when it rains?All tours are held rain or shine. Albania has 300 sunny days a year and there is a very low chance of it raining during May-September. But just in case, check the weather report beforehand and dress appropriately for the day’s weather conditions and bring an umbrella if necessary.
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Can I shop on the tour?We ask you to refrain from shopping while your tour guide is showing you around so that we can stay on schedule.
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Are bathrooms available?Yes, there will be bathrooms available throughout the tour.
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Are cameras allowed?Yes! In fact, we strongly encourage participants to take photos or videos during our tours.
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Is the tour accessible by wheelchair or baby stroller?Wheelchairs or strollers are not recommendable. Please contact us at auron@ourownexpeditions.com for more information.
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Is the tour only in english?Most of our tour guides only speak English and Albanian. Contact us at auron@ourownexpeditions.com to see if we have a tour guide in your desired language available or if you would like to make arrangements for your own interpreter to join the tour.
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Can I reschedule or refund my tour?All our tours have the following cancellation policy: 72 hours in advance canceled: 100% refund 48 hours in advance canceled: 80% refund 24 hours in advance canceled: 50% refund Less than 24 hours: no refund
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What if the tour is sold out?If there is no availability on the date you wanted to book, please contact us at auron@ourownexpeditions.com. We will try to make it possible to still do the tour on your desired date or look for an alternative solution together.
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Do you offer discounts for elderly or children?No, at the moment we do not offer discounts.
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Can we bring children on the tour?Yes. This tour is accessible to people of all ages.
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How about my dog?Pets of any kind are not allowed on this tour.
Combine with
Gjirokastra I City Tour
Walk through the beautiful, old ottoman-style UNESCO Heritage Site city Gjirokastra, and visit multiple historic highlights.
Saranda I City Tour
Breathe in the fresh, salty air and walk through the 1400 years of history.