Tirana to Durres and Petrele Castle: Private day trip
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About your trip
Experience Albania’s coastal flair and castle charm in one day! Explore Durres’ Roman heritage before savoring the lofty views from Petrele’s fortified heights.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Tirana whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
After arriving in Durres, you'll have the freedom to discover its historic sights and coastal ambiance, before continuing on to Petrele Castle, where you can take in amazing views of the fortress, all at your leisure. Meanwhile, your driver will wait for you nearby, ensuring a stress-free return trip.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Guided tours or entry tickets to paid attractions in Durres and Petrele Castle should be purchased separately
From €45
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€135
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Tirana
You choose the pickup spot.
1
Durres
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 5 hours - admission not included


Founded by Greek colonists in 627 BC, it's one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Albania. After the Romans took control in 229 BC, they developed it into a major military and naval base. In the 2nd century, they built the city’s massive 20,000 person amphitheatre. The Durres Castle also dates back to the Roman Empire, when Anastasius I made the city into one of the most fortified on the Adriatic. The city thrived for centuries, until it fell under Ottoman control in 1501. For the next 400 years, the city declined, falling into complete anarchy in 1997, when the national economy was devastated by the the collapse of a massive pyramid scheme. Fortunately, the city has recovered since, and offers modern amenities along with its ancient architectural landmarks and the Durres Archaeological Museum is the largest in the country.
2
Petrele Castle
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 2 h 40 min - admission not included


Built under the rule of ‘The Last Roman’, Justinian I, as part of his attempt to restore the Western Roman Empire, Petrelë Castle has had a long, rich history. It still has a 6th century tower, while the rest of the building dates back to the 15th century. In the 15th century, during Skanderbeg’s fight against the Ottomans, the castle was under the command of his sister, Mamica Kastrioti. Since Skanderbeg’s fight for independence from the Ottomans, Petrelë has been converted to a restaurant where you can enjoy local fare while appreciating spectacular views of the Erzen valley, olive groves, and surrounding mountains. Please note the castle is accessed via a short hike, which might be difficult for people with mobility issues.
Back to Tirana
We’ll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.
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