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An immersion in the rural areas of Albania

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Handpicked agritourisms to discover the delicious farm-to-table gastronomy, historical monuments and breathtaking landscapes of Albania.

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An immersion in the rural areas of

Isolated in the middle of the nature and only 25 minutes away by car of long sandy beaches, Agritourism Gjepali is a comfortable and modern establishment. Created by the renowned albanian chef and entrepreneur Fundim Gjepali the establishment is particularly focused on high quality culinary, composed with a large number of locally sourced ingredients. The surroundings of the agritourism include the coastal city of Durrës, an important port and place of trade of the region during the roman era, and thus rich in history. Visiting Agritourism Gjepali is thus a full experience, combining delicious food, archeological heritage and relaxing time.

Located in the village Shko te harta in the north of Albania, 45 minutes by car from Tirana and 25 minutes away from the coastal town of Durrës

Rooms 6 double rooms available, Double/ Twin beds - 35 EUR/Night including breakfast

F&B 100 seats in restaurant area (outdoor and indoor terrace available) - 22 EUR pp.

On-farm activities

Farm tour wine tastings Walk along the river

Outside-farm activities

Outdoor activities

Hiking

Kayak

Cycling

Bird and fauna watching at

Karavasta Laguna

Culture and heritage

Roman amphitheater

Venetian Citadel

Archaeological Museum

Relax and enjoy

Sand beaches

Fishing trip

Spa and Wellness

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Blerina Farm is a small farm and restaurant which offers local, seasonal and traditionally cooked food. The owners’ goal is to bring customers closer to nature, as well as to provide natural and healthy food, while allowing visitors to enjoy all the elements of an Albanian village, such as planting, livestock and handicrafts. A special feature of lovely establishment is the space dedicated to children, with activities that bring them closer to nature and encourage their creativity. Its ideal location between the countryside and city makes of Blerina farm an optimal place to enjoy comfortably the authenticity of Albanian rural lifestyle whilst allowing its guests to easily reach the capital of Tirana to visit its rich history and vibrant lifestyle.

Blerina Farm is located in Laknas Village, close to the Mother Teresa international Airport of Tirana, and less than 30 minutes away from the capital city.

Rooms 10 rooms (including suites and family room), average price of 120 EUR/Night including breakfast and dinner

F&B 120 seats in restaurant area (outdoor and indoor available) - 20 EUR pp.

On-farm activities

Farm tour Kitchen classes Specific children activities Wellness and Spa (including massages to be soon established)

Outside-farm activities

Outdoor activities

Bunk’Art (communism era museum)

Hiking (including canyon discovery)

Cycling

Culture and heritage

Bunk’Art (communism era museum)

City tour of Tirana

Tirana’s Opera

Relax and enjoy

Vibrant food scene of Tirana

Wine and cocktail bars

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An immersion in the rural areas of

The guesthouse Bujtina Maria is located in the mountainous and lovely village of Labove e Poshtme, close to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Gjirokastra. This authentic and comfortable guest house, serves delicious food and wine produced by the nearby farmers and prepared in an ancestral way by the owner Maria and her family. Generosity, warmth and unique hospitality are the key words to define this one of a kind establishment. Located only meters away from a beautifully maintained Byzantine church built in 546 AD, Bujtina Maria is therefore a must-do whilst visiting the South of the country. Throughout their stay, guests will have the opportunity to discover the specific lifestyle of the southern region, exploring the surrounding mountains or lakes by horse or by foot, whilst crossing the way of traditional shepherds and diverse and preserved fauna. From Bujtina Maria, one will have the opportunity to stroll in the paved streets of old Gjirokastra, admiring a unique example of ottoman architecture, and visiting the imposing castle of the city, which played a huge role in the country’s ancient and recent history.

Bujtina Maria is located in Labove e Poshtme, near the UNESCO heritage site of Gjirokastra in the southern part of the country and about 3.5 hours from Tirana

Rooms 10 spacious rooms from 35 EUR/Night including breakfast

F&B 70 seats in restaurant area (outdoor and indoor terrace available) - 13 EUR pp.

On-farm activities

Farm tour

Outdoor activities

Horse riding

Hiking in surrounding mountains

Rafting in the closeby river

Visit of Byzantine church

Outside-farm activities

Culture and heritage

Visit of Gjirokastra (tour) including:

Old bazaar, (Pazari i vjeter)

Gjirokastër castle

Kadaré and Ethnographic Museum

Relax and enjoy

Thermal bath of Benjë

Traditional music concert

(UNESCO intangible cultural heritage)

Ancestral Hot stone coffee

Kantina Pupa is located in the middle of a famous and beautiful wine producing region of the country and very close to the UNESCO heritage city of Berat. This brand new establishment offers spacious and comfortable rooms overlooking lovely rural landscapes, where most of the food offered in the restaurant originate from. The generous food offered in the restaurant may be paired with the delicious wines produced only a few kilometers away by the two owners. Following the dinner or as an “aperitivo” guests may visit the freshly built wine tasting facilities and discover the different wines produced exclusively from endemic varieties of grape. The nearby city of Berat, also known as the “the town of a thousand windows” due to its unique ottoman architecture and steapy topology, is a true wonder for tourists who find their rich history and lively atmosphere.

Kantina Pupa is located in the outskirts of Beat, the UNESCO heritage site in the middle part of the country and about 1.5 hour away from Tirana.

Rooms 15 rooms (5 spacious rooms and 2 villas with 5 rooms each) from 70 EUR/Night including breakfast and wine tasting

F&B 100 seats in restaurant area (outdoor and indoor terrace available) - 23 EUR pp.

On-farm activities

Farm tour Wine tasting and winery visit Olive oil production visit

Outside-farm activities

Outdoor activities

Hiking (Tomori holy mount)

Rafting

Rafting in the closeby river

Culture and heritage

Visit of Berat (tour) including:

Old bazaar

Berat castle and Byzantine churches

Gorica bridge

Onufri museum

Relax and enjoy

Wine tastings

Folkloric festivals (music, history)

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No compilation of Albanian agritourism farms would be complete without mentioning Mrizi i Zanave. The poster child of Albanian agritourism is the brainchild of chef Altin Prenga and his brother Anton, who established the restaurant and adjacent farm in the village of Fishta in northern Albania. Arriving at Mrizi i Zanave, the vibe is buzzing. No wonder, as 100,000 guests are served here annually. A total of 70 workers are involved in all aspects of the farm’s production, food processing and restaurant. Products such as vegetables, dairy and meat are gathered from 400 nearby families, who in addition to what they grow themselves, forage for food such as berries or greens. The unique and comfortable rooms, designed by young albanian architects, offer the guest a true immersion in the rural spirit of the place.

Mrizi i Zanave is located in the village of fishte in the northern part of the country, about 1.5 hour away from Tirana on the way to the iconic Albanian Alps and closeby the city and lake of Shkodra

Rooms 9 modern and design rooms including balconies. Rooms from 70 EUR/Night including breakfast.

F&B 180 seats in restaurant area (outdoor and indoor terrace available) - 18 EUR pp.

On-farm activities

Farm tour Wine tasting and winery visit Children specific activities

Outside-farm activities

Outdoor activities

Kayaking in Lake Shkodra

Bird watching and visit in Kunë-Vain-Tale Nature Park Lagoon

Rafting in the closeby river

Culture and heritage

Rozafa Castle

Shkodra old town

Venice Mask factory

National Photo gallery “Marubi”

Relax and enjoy

Spa and wellness

A world of autochthonous wines and flavour, discover Albania’s finest wineries…

Lovely winery located near an artificial lake, with the possibility of Kayaking. Visiting of the steepy vineyards and degustation of the different vintage at the restaurant directly.

52 minutes by car from TIrana

Closest agritourism:

Blerina Farm (40 minutes by car)

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According to the legend, the hot springs located in the vineyards exploited to produce the Belba wines is the very source of their unique characteristic. Belba winery offers delicious “aperitivo” and a wide variety of wines to taste from, with the expert stories of Bart and his son, maintaining to this day the family business.

55 minutes away from Tirana

Closest agritourism:

Blerina Farm (50 minutes by car)

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This brand new winery infrastructure is producing one of the highest quality wine in the region of the city of Berat. The success of this family is without borders, exporting wines to various places of Europe and the US. Wine tours packages already prepared and in high demand, provided with english speaking guide.

Lovely and modern rooms also available.

Kalmett winery is one of the oldest in the country and has chosen to specialize on the national pride of Albania, the Kalmett variety. Delicious food and homemade olive oil will accompany a tasting provided in english by the knowledgeable Gjini.

Alpeta winery, located near berat is the first agritourism to have receive the agritourism certification. Outstanding hospitality and delicious Raki tasting.

2 hours away from Tirana

Closest agritourism:

Cantina Pupa (3 minutes by car)

1.5 hours away from Tirana

Closest agritourism:

Mrizi i Zanave (12 minutes by car)

2 hours from Tirana

30 minutes away from Berat

Closest agritourism: Cantina Pupa (30 minutes by car)

Kantina Duka

Kantina Belba

Kantina Nurellari

Kallmet Winery

Alpeta Agrotourism & Winery

Other delicious restaurants and agritourisms

Lord Byron

Lovely agritourism on the shore of vjosa river. Delicious homemade products and exciting cooking classes

2:30 hours by car from TIrana Closest agritourism: Bujtina Maria (1 hour by car)

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Located near an artificial lake, this restaurant offers delicious homemade food with an ideal panorama

1:20 hour away from Tirana Closest agritourism: Mrizi i Zanave (5 minutes by car)

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Adventure, cultural heritage and relaxation, an overview of the exciting activities…

Gjepali: details of activities located nearby the agritourism

Outdoor activities

Hiking & Kayaking

Cape of Rodon

Cycle to Karavasta Lagoon

Stunning peninsula located 1 hour away by car from Gjepali, including a one of a kind easy trail leading to the Rodoni Castle and the old franciscan monastery of St Anthony. Possibility to rent Kayaks to discover the beautiful area from the sea.

Cycling

Enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the region by cycling until the infamous Karavasta Lagoon. About 3-4 hours ride from Gjepali.

Bird and fauna watching

Bird and fauna watching at Karavasta Laguna

Observe the beautiful nature of Karavastra Laguna, the largest lagoon of the country classified as a Natural Park. only an 1.5 hour away from Gjepali agritourism you will be transported to a world of natural wonders

Culture and Heritage

Durrës (23 minutes away by car)

Roman amphitheater

Venetian Citadel

Archaeological Museum

Sand and sun bathing at Lalez Beach

Fishing trip

Spa and wellness

The largest Roman amphitheatre ever built in the Balkan Peninsula, once having a capacity of 20,000 people.

Heritage of the different forces dominating the region, and particularly the Venetian republic, the monument is enclosed in the city walls and has been built in the late 5th century.

Museum rich in artifacts and information on Ancient Greece and Rome, the museum offers its visitor a glimpse of the glorious past of the region.

Relax & enjoy

Enjoy the lovely sand beaches located near Durrës and only 30 minutes from Gjepali.

Take part to an exciting fishing trip departing from the port of Durrës and enjoy the beautiful albanian coastline from the sea.

Enjoy a pampering moment at the spa & wellness of Shijak, located only a few minutes away from Gjepali.

Blerina farm: details of activities located nearby the agritourism

Outdoor activities

Hiking

Dajti Mountain

The Cave of Pellumbas

Cycle in the streets and surrounding of Tirana

Accessible by cable car, the Dajti mountain is overlooking the city of Tirana and is a beautiful place to relax, have lunch in the panoramic restaurant and enjoy the wide range of touristic activities (e.g. horse riding).

The lovely cave of Pellumbas are located an hour away from Blerina farm by car. This easy getaway will take about 40 minutes to reach by hike from the dropping point.

Cycling

Enjoy and discover the city by bike, from the artificial lake to the rural outskirts of the capital.

Culture and Heritage

Tirana (20 minutes away by car)

Bunk’Art

Opera of Tirana

This very special bunker was the personal shelter of ex-dictator Enver Hoxha and is now reconverted into a museum and place of art. This place is a true heritage from the communist era and provides insights regarding the regime which rules the country for almost five decades.

The lovely Opera of Tirana is located in the very center of the city and is a cornerstone of the culture scene of the capital.

Tour of Tirana

Vibrant food scene of Tirana

Cocktail and wine bar

Enjoy a tour in the city and discover the fascinating history of the capital of Albania, from the communist era to the current and rapid transformation of the country, Tirana is a vibrant place worth discovering!

Relax & enjoy

Enjoy the delicious and exciting restaurants of Tirana, here is a list to a mouthwatering list of options: Era, Cenis, Mullixhiu and Kripe Dhe Piper

Discover the vibrant night scene of Tirana by having delicious wine at Vena or a cocktail at Colonial

Bujtina Maria details of activities located nearby the agritourism

Outdoor activities

Hiking

Surrounding mountains

Explore the steep and unique landscapes around the agritourism by hike. Itineraries may be designed for guests directly at the agritourism with or without the supervision of local guides.

Horse riding

Surrounding mountains or fertile agricultural lands

Jump on a horse to enjoy the beautiful and mountainous surroundings of the Bujtina Maria. Excursions may be designed for the guests directly and are organized through the agritourism directly.

Rafting/Kayaking

Rafting in the Vjosa river

Old Bazaar

Gjirokastër castle

Enjoy a fun and unique experience on the infamous Vjosa river, the last free-flowing and wild river of Europe.

Culture and Heritage

Gjirokastra (40 minutes away by car)

Buy souvenirs and explore the wonderful talents of the craftsmen/women of the region.

Enter a mythic monument of Albania’s cultural heritage. The castle of Gjirokaster is a well-known fortress, used successfully as a place of power and protection, social encounter as well as political prison.

Kadare Museum and Ethnographic museum

Thermal bath of Benjë

Ancestral coffee experience

Traditional music concert (UNESCO intangible cultural heritage)

Visit the museum presenting the life of the internationally famous albanian author, Kadaré as well as the insightful ethnographic museum of the city.

Relax & enjoy

Located further North from Bujtina Maria (about 1h50 by car), the thermal bath of Benjë are a stunning and natural place to relax in the middle of the nature.

Make sure to try the delicious and ancestrally coffee using hot stones!

Traditional Albanian polyphonic music is a one of a kind music style. In Gjirokastra, one may even participate to the National Folklore Festival hold at the beginning of May. Concerts are also done regularly for tourists outside of these dates.

Kantina Pupa details of activities located nearby the agritourism

Outdoor activities

Hiking

Tomorr holy mountain

Experience the Osum river

Not far from Berat’s city center, Mount Tomor rises some 2416 meters above sea level. The mountain is famous for the National Park Tomori (Parku Kombëtar Mali I Tomorrit) but also has a deeper, spiritual significance. This sacred mountain, named for and presided over in Albanian lore by Baba Tomor or Father Tomor, carries a special significance among even modern-day Albanians. Another of the country’s fascinating traditions, Tomor exemplifies much about the Albanian spirit. Accessible by car or hiking (4-5 hours)

Rafting

Try rafting in the fresh waters of the legendary Osum river and its canyons, for a fun experience including lovely views of the city and its surrounding landscapes.

Rafting/Kayaking

Rafting in the Vjosa river

Enjoy a fun and unique experience on the infamous Vjosa river, the last free-flowing and wild river of Europe

Culture and Heritage

Berat (22 minutes away by car)

Old Bazaar

Buy souvenirs and explore local culture of this rich and mythic region

Berat castle

Onufri iconographic museum

The castle area of Berat constitutes a neighborhood of the city in itself, still inhabited to this day. Vestige of the successive cultures (byzantine churches and ottoman mosques) having influenced Albania history, this castle is a must to visit. Incomparable view over the Gorica bridge!

The Museum holds about 200 artwork amazing objects, icons and liturgical items dating from the Byzantine to the Ottoman empire, brought together from several churches and monasteries of the region and is a must to understand the and admire the variety of artifacts of the region.

Relax & enjoy

Wine tastings

Different traditional festivals

Discover the delicious local wines of this central region for Albanian wine production. Get to taste rare endemic varieties of wines accompanied by delicious homemade food in the brand new facilities of the Kantina Pupa.

Berat is a very active city and has a wide-range of great activities dedicated to celebrate the local culture and rich history of Albania. It is then worth keeping an eye on the schedule of the long list of exciting event planned

Mrizi i Zanave details of activities located nearby the agritourism

Outdoor activities

Kayaking

Discover the stunning Shkodra lake from the water

The lake Shkodra located between Montenegro and Albania is a rich sanctuary for local biodiversity and is located only 30 minutes away from Mrizi i Zanave agritourism. Discovering this beautiful place by kayak is thus an optimal way for the guests to grasp the unique beauty of the Northern part of the country.

Stroll in the wild and bird watching

Kunë-Vain-Tale Nature Park

Visit this beautifully preserved national park, rich in stunning ecosystems and considered as one of the most important site for bird species preservation

Rafting/Kayaking

Rafting in the Vjosa river

Enjoy a fun and unique experience on the infamous Vjosa river, the last free-flowing and wild river of Europe

Culture and Heritage

Shkodra (30 minutes away by car)

Rozafa Castle

Shkodra old town

Venetian Mask factory

Marubi National Museum of Photography

The ruins of this historically important castle offer a beautiful view on the surrounding region of Shkodra.

Visit the charming old town of Shkodra

Heritage of the italian influence in the region, visit the beautiful venetian mask factory of Shkodra

Interesting photography museum located in the center of Shkodra

Relax & enjoy

Spa and wellness

Enjoy a relaxing time at the Spa following your visit of the city of Shkodra

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Closest medical facilities for each agritourism

Agroturizem Gjepali Durres Regional Hospital - 32 minutes drive

Blerina Farm

Spitai Universitar i Traumes - 26 minutes drive

Bujtna Maria Omer Nishani Regional Hospital - 36 minutes drive

Kantina Pupa Berat Regional Hospital - 15 minutes drive

Mrizi i Zanave Lezha Regional Hospital - 30 minutes drive