Itinerary:

Korçë – Kolonjë – Përmet – Gjirokastër – Tepelenë

This journey through southern Albania reveals the rich heritage of the region, blending culinary wonders, music, dance, and authentic connections with the local community. Each day and destination, from Korça to Tepelenë, unveils new chapters of Albania’s folklore through educational tours, performances, and local experiences.

• Explore the beautiful old bazaar of Korçë and visit Mr. Anesti Duka’s traditional and one-of-a-kind bakery

• Visit the ethnographic gallery of Lirika Pojani and workshops of artisans

• Dinner and a traditional dance class at Shtëpia e Kuajve Agritourism, led by renowned choreographer Bardhi Pojani

• Start the day with a traditional breakfast made from local products before visiting the farms and being introduced to its activities

• Experience traditional loom work with Mrs. Fili or needlework with Mrs. Rovena.

• Horseback tour around the village, with stops at the village tekke, river, and a honey production farm

• Visit Polenë for a local village experience

• Farm-to-table meal at Xhufka Agritourism

• Live a traditional culinary experience with the “lakror” cooking class, before staying at Vila Melko

• Have the traditional Albanian breakfast before visiting the Vila Melk activities and discover a small and charming raki production in Boboshticë

• Then visit a dairy farm of the village to discover a century-old production method

• Continue to Sofra Kolonjare Agritourism in Ersekë, where you’ll enjoy delicious and traditional butter-making and singing

• Visit the panoramic and historic village of Rehovë, before stopping at the Ethnographic Museum of Kolonjë

• Conclude this trip with a delicious dinner and lovely stay at the picturesque Sofra Kolonjare

• Start the day early with a meditative walk to the farm lake (30 minute return trip from the farm)
• Return to the farm for a special traditional breakfast.
• Continue to Sotira Farm, explore the farm and surrounding areas
• Drive to Hoseckë village and fields in Radanj village
• Visit the secret lake and, weather permitting, take a no
• Short tour of the mountain stables or visit a resident in Radaj to interact with the locals and find out more about the local society.
• Dinner with folkloric performances by the renowned Leskok Sazet group, with a history of over 200 years, according to old records.
• Overnight stay at the farm

• Breakfast and departure to Përmet, with a short tour of Leskovik
• Culinary experience at Nemerçla restaurant with traditional performances
• Tasting of slow-food delicacies in Përmet
• Visit to Di Pro Bio Përmet and Kastrioti Honey House
• Visit to Flora Sali’s shop for “Bedunica Honey”
• Continue to Ballaban to the Grand Albanik farm for a presentation of the specific history of the farm, built in the middle of nowhere and facing many challenges.
• Join the cooking process for dinner if desired

• Breakfast and exploration of the Grand Albanik farm
• Visit to Altin Meshini’s artisanal cheese workshop in Këcyrë, set up inside a communist-era bunker.
• Traditional lunch and farm tour at The Barrels! Agrotourism and Winery – Te Fuçitë in Valare, Gjirokastër
• Explore the iconic Byzantine church of Labovo dedicated to Saint Mary
• Dinner and accommodation at the Maria Guesthouse in Labovo
• Photo session with traditional costumes and cooking class

• Breakfast and a short tour of Libohova
• Explore the Old Bazaar of Gjirokastra and the famous artisans there
• Visit to the ethnographic museum and master class of ISO Polyphony under the guidance of master Roland Cenko.
• Farewell dinner at the Lord Byron Agrotourism

• Breakfast and educational tour of local crops and traditional costumes
• Return to Tirana and the end of our trip

Learn more about some of the elements of the wine tour:
Type of Tour:
Culinary & Culture
Category:
Agritourism
Trip Duration:
8 Days / 7 Nights
Period:
All Year
This tour can be arranged privately through the suggested itinerary or customized to fit your preferences and schedule