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The 15 Best Berat Tours & Day Trips

65 tours  ·  from $13

Berat is two Ottoman quarters facing each other across the Osum, with a castle above that people still live inside. These 15 cover the town on foot, the canyon and waterfall days upstream, and the wine road, with prices and how early the minibus leaves Tirana.

Berat city UNESCO tour, the Castle & Belshi lake- From Tirana - Entering Berat Castle above the city
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Berat city UNESCO tour, the Castle & Belshi lake- From Tirana

1.Berat city UNESCO tour, the Castle & Belshi lake- From Tirana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 804 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $12Our pick

Travel from Tirana to Berat with an English-speaking guide such as Paola, Noel, Klajdi, or Arber. Stop at Belshi Lake, explore the living fortress of Berat Castle, cross Gorica Bridge, and enjoy free time for lunch. Castle admission and city pickup are included, though large-group transport and changing pickup points require patience.

“Noel Karimi is an excellent guide. Un excepted delays because of some protests but he was quick to adapt and keep us informed. The sites were beautiful.”

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Berat Rafting, Kayaking & River Tubing – Osumi Canyons - Getting ready for the river
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Berat Rafting, Kayaking & River Tubing – Osumi Canyons

2.Berat Rafting, Kayaking & River Tubing – Osumi Canyons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 336 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $54

From Berat, you travel to the Osumi Canyons for a guided rafting trip through waterfalls, narrow canyon walls, and clear river stretches. Guides such as Enver, Bledi, and Renato lead the activity, provide safety gear, and may photograph the adventure. Low summer water can change rafting into canyon exploration.

“We had a fantastic day rafting at Osumi Canyons. We were collected from the centre of Berat and taken for a 2 hour drive to Osumi Canyons. The drive was an adventure in its own right, speeding along winding roads and though the mountainous Albanian countryside up to the gorge itself. Once there we were provided all the kit we needed, wetsuits, helmets and life jackets and given a safety brief before another short drive with the boats down to the waters edge. The water was quite low when we were there but, although the river wasn’t going to provide the adrenaline, the scenery certainly did. With the gorge towering…”

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Berat-Durres and Belsh Lake, day tour from Tirana - Durres Amphitheater: Roman Albania in 30 minutes
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Berat-Durres and Belsh Lake, day tour from Tirana

3.Durres and Belsh Lake, day tour from Tirana

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 274 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $22

Spend 9 to 10 hours visiting Durres, Berat, and Belsh Lake from Tirana in an air-conditioned vehicle with a guide such as Bledi. See the Roman amphitheater, Venetian Tower, Berat’s old quarters and castle, then stop by the lake. The small group holds up to 10 people, though some departures use two vehicles.

“It was nice and was done at a good pace. Tour guide is friendly too. I would definitely recommend 👌”

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Berat Tour Osumi Canyons Exploration Lunch Transfer - The 60-kilometer road from Berat
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Berat Tour Osumi Canyons Exploration Lunch Transfer

4.Berat Tour Osumi Canyons Exploration Lunch Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 212 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $47

Travel from Berat to Osumi Canyon for about three hours of guided walking, swimming, and optional rock jumps. Your guide provides neoprene gear, a life jacket, helmet, and other safety equipment. The day also includes lunch, a Bogovë water stop, local legends, and a return transfer.

“Meer dan de helft van de activiteit is reistijd, om half 9 verzamelen uiteindelijk pas om tien voor 12 gaan canyoningen om vervolgens om 2 uur alweer klaar te zijn en pas weer rond half 6 terug in Berat te zijn. Activiteit zelf is echt mega leuk maar niet de moeite waard met al het reizen erbij. Mensen zijn wel aardig en de lunch was ruim voldoende. Was ook een beetje aan de dure kant vind ik voor wat je er uiteindelijk voor krijgt”

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Bogove Waterfall and Osumi Canyon - River hiking inside Osumi Canyon
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Bogove Waterfall and Osumi Canyon

5.Bogove Waterfall and Osumi Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 180 reviews · from $79

From Berat, this 8.5-hour private outing pairs a forest walk to cold Bogove Waterfall with river hiking through Osumi Canyon. Expect coffee, lunch at a local tavern, swimming, natural pools, caves, and water shoes. Guide Miri is praised for clear help and photos, though the canyon route and time in the water can vary.

“The canyon and waterfalls were both beautiful. Tour guide very knowledgable and ideal group size. Lunch was lovely also, nice traditional meal at local tavern.”

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Osumi Canyons and Bogova Waterfall from Berat - Tour by 1001 Albanian Adventures - Viewpoints, Kasabashi Bridge, and the Bride’s Hole
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Osumi Canyons and Bogova Waterfall from Berat – Tour by 1001 Albanian Adventures

6.Osumi Canyons and Bogova Waterfall from Berat – Tour by 1001 Albanian Adventures

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · 5 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $72

This 5 to 8-hour outing from Berat combines a 20-meter Bogova Waterfall visit with a walk and swim through Osumi Canyon. Guide Genti is often praised for his local stories, geology knowledge, and photography. Expect private transport, a small group of up to 14, cold waterfall water, and warmer canyon pools. Bring water shoes, a towel, dry clothes, and cash for lunch.

“Ervis the guide was great, explained everything great and made us have a perfect xìa. My bad review goes to the Enterprise that makes the trip. It started raining halfway through the excursion and we couldn't go to the waterfalls. Paying 60 euros each, just to go to the canyons. Whether it rains or not, it is not the fault of the company but if they propose a solution since we try to contact them and have not received a response...Auto-translated”

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Berat Osum Canyon & Bogove Waterfall Tour - Poliçan explains a less polished side of Albania
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Berat Osum Canyon & Bogove Waterfall Tour

7.Berat Osum Canyon & Bogove Waterfall Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 130 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $70

From Berat, this 7 to 8-hour trip visits Poliçan, the Abaz Ali holy site, Osum Canyon, and Bogove Waterfall. In summer, you can hike and swim through the canyon. In cooler months, the route moves above it for wide views. Guides such as Soni, Igi, Ervis, and Randi are known for adding local culture and flexible help.

“Upon arrival we were warmly welcomed by the guide, such a friendly atmosphere, nice facts/knowledge about Albania! The guide and tour was extremely good, very flexible (appreciate this!) and deserves a special thanks. Our son was carsick but they helped us and they were very understanding. Thank you.”

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Berat Cooking Class- Traditional Albanian Cooking Class /By Vato - Nina’s Home Adds the Human Part
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Berat Cooking Class- Traditional Albanian Cooking Class /By Vato

8.Berat Cooking Class- Traditional Albanian Cooking Class /By Vato

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $41

Meet at Visit Albania Tour Operator, then head to Nina’s home inside Berat Castle. She guides you through two traditional Albanian dishes, with possible choices such as fërgesë, byrek, or tave kosi. You’ll cook, eat, share a glass of wine, and hear about Albanian family life in an intimate group of up to 10.

“Geweldige (kook-) ervaring bij Nina en Freddy. Hele lieve mensen, enorm gastvrij. Albanees gericht gemaakt : Fergez. Gezamenlijk gegeten, eindeloos (na-) getafeld en over en weer verteld over onze culturen en achtergronden . Kortom fantastisch en zeer de moeite waard! Thank you Nina & Freddy ! faleminderit 🥰”

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From Tirana: Berat UNESCO & Belshi Lake Full-Day Tour - Walking through Mangalem and Gorica
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From Tirana: Berat UNESCO & Belshi Lake Full-Day Tour

9.Berat UNESCO & Belshi Lake Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 118 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $12

Leave Tirana for a full day in Belshi and Berat. You’ll pause beside Belshi Lake, explore Berat Castle and the Onufri Museum, then walk through Mangalem and Gorica. Guides such as Orlanda, Eno, Landi, and Armela lead the day, with optional lunch and wine tasting at a family-run winery. Expect about eight to nine hours, cobbles, stairs, and a late return.

“Very good guide was very good everything was good very informative and guide was very good at speaking English”

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Berat Full Day Trip from Tirana - Belsh and the quiet start beside the lake
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Berat Full Day Trip from Tirana

10.Berat Full Day Trip from Tirana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $96

Travel from Tirana to Berat in a small group of up to 12, with hotel pickup, transport, a city tour, castle entry, and a guide. Explore Belsh, Berat Castle, the Onufri Museum, old town, and Halveti Teqe. Guides such as Ilir, Aron, and Eri are known for strong English and lively history talks.

“Ilir is a fountain of information and leaves a complete understanding of both present and past Albania. Makes the tour come alive.”

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Berat Walking Tour - Berat Castle is the tour’s main reward
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Berat Walking Tour

11.Berat Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $18

Start at Ura e Goricës with local guide Bruno, then explore Berat’s Gorica Bridge and hilltop castle. Expect history, personal stories, photo help, and useful local advice rather than a fast-paced march. The group is limited to 14 people, and the tour ends where it begins.

“Bruno, a lifelong resident of Berat, was thorough, patient and had thoughtful answers for all our questions. He takes you up to the castle which is also a huge perk (one doesn't want to walk up!) But Bruno knows everyone in town and easily organised a taxi up for us. He sincerely said contact him if we needed any local recommendations or anything and he was responsive and so helpful when we did text him after. It was so welcoming of him to show us his home and his pride and love for his town shines through.”

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From Tirana; Semi - Private Day Trip to Berat & Belsh Lake - Inside Berat Castle, where people still live
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From Tirana; Semi – Private Day Trip to Berat & Belsh Lake

12.From Tirana; Semi – Private Day Trip to Berat & Belsh Lake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $168

Spend 7 to 8 hours with a professional guide exploring Berat’s castle, Onufri icons and Gorica Bridge, then pause beside Belsh Lake. Guides such as Klodi, Toni, Altin, Arian and Leki have led this route with history, local customs, Albanian food tips and flexible conversation. Pickup is available in Tirana, with Durres pickup by request.

“Our day with Toni our guide could not have been any better. He arrived at the hotel in good time and we immediately set off for the city of Berat in a very comfy and air-conditioned car. We were led along smooth, largely traffic-free roads, and into the countryside. The views all around were breath-taking. Along the way, we stopped off at a developing eco-site for a coffee and rest, before completing the rest of the journey. Berat was steeped in history and its beauty didn't disappoint. Toni led us up some well-worn stone tracks around the castle grounds and other historical buildings including a church, providing us with a…”

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Savor Albanian Cuisine Cooking Class with Mama Nina Berat Castle - A shared meal, not a quick tasting
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Savor Albanian Cuisine Cooking Class with Mama Nina Berat Castle

13.Savor Albanian Cuisine Cooking Class with Mama Nina Berat Castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $48

Meet Mama Nina at her kitchen inside Berat Castle for a three-hour Albanian cooking class. With help from English-Albanian translator Mikael, you’ll prepare home-style dishes such as baked eggplant, meatballs, fërgesë, pies, and baklava, then sit down to eat together.

“Nina and her family were extremely welcoming and friendly. She was helpful and full of humour, allowing us to make traditional and authentic Albanian dishes that were tasty. It was very interesting to get to know the culture and interact with locals to immerse into the Albanian culture on a deeper level. Me and my partner were very grateful for this unique experience.”

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From Berat exploring Bogova waterfall & Osumi canyon - Bogova Waterfall: cold water and a proper break
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From Berat exploring Bogova waterfall & Osumi canyon

14.From Berat exploring Bogova waterfall & Osumi canyon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $84

Meet your English-speaking guide near Berat’s new bridge for a private 6 to 8-hour outing to Osumi Canyon and Bogova Waterfall. Expect scenic canyon stops, time to swim in cold water, fruit, coffee or tea, and optional local lunch. Guide Piro, also referred to as Pirens, may add personal tips and cliff-jumping opportunities where suitable.

“Great experience with Piro. I had a private tour, just him and me in his Fiesta. We had a great time. He had good tips on the waterfall and in the canyon we went cliff jumping, great fun. Lunch with the locals, great experience. I came as a customer and left as a friend! Absolutely recommendable, all around.”

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Berat wine Tour Guided Winery Tour with Transfers and Tastings - What the winery choice means for you
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Berat wine Tour Guided Winery Tour with Transfers and Tastings

15.Berat wine Tour Guided Winery Tour with Transfers and Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $41

From the Visit Albania Tour Operator office in Berat, ride in an air-conditioned vehicle to an available winery such as Edoni, Alpeta, or Pupa. A family representative leads the visit, explains winemaking, and serves three wines, raki, olives, cheese, and vegetables. The Professor may guide the tasting.

“I cannot recommend this tour enough, it was a highlight of our trip! Learned lots of interesting things about the vineyard and the wine making process, tasted delicious wines and had so much fun! The Professor was a great guide.”

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