Durres
The port town of Durres is home to Albania’s liveliest beach, but it is the town’s amphitheatre that is the main attraction. One of the Balkan’s most impressive surviving architecture, the amphitheatre was built in 100AD by Roman emperor Hadrian and could seat 20,000 spectators. Make sure to visit the onsite chapel.
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Albania and Kosovo ~ Walking in Illyria and Epirus
Exploring Albania’s capital and surroundings
Durres Tours
Tirana and a Taste of Illyria
Explore Tirana, Durres and the hilltop citadel of Kruja
5 daysFrom £840| Tirana, Durres, Kruja | |
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Private guided tour |
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Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Culture, Archaeology, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History, Solo Travel |
Durres Travel Companies
3e Travel
Adventures in Montenegro & the Western Balkans
| Balkans | |
| Custom itinerary, Private guided tour, Self-guided tour | |
| Family, Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Camping, Cycling, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, History, Culinary, Food, Wine, Solo Travel |
Kudu Travel
Cultural walking tours in the Balkans
| Balkans | |
| Small group tour | |
| Beach, Family, Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Horseback Riding, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Archaeology, Museums & Galleries, History, Culinary, Food, Wine, Solo Travel |
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