Valentin Aréno
a day ago
Très beau et très belle expérience
Durrës Sunset Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting
4.9 out of 5 starsbased on 106 reviews
Leave the coast of Durrës behind and head into Albania’s wine countryside for an evening experience shaped by history, landscape, and local craftsmanship. Walk through sunlit vineyards during golden hour and learn about indigenous grape varieties such as Shesh i Bardhë and Shesh i Zi, alongside internationally cultivated Sangiovese.
Experience
Highlights
- Sunset wine experience in the Albanian countryside
- Guided vineyard walk and winery tour inside historic bunkers
- Tasting of Rosé, Shesh i Bardhë, Shesh i Zi, and Sangiovese
- Two traditional raki tastings, including one aged variety
- Small-group atmosphere for a more personal experience
Full description
Leave the coast of Durrës behind and head into Albania’s wine countryside for an evening experience shaped by history, landscape, and local craftsmanship.
Walk through sunlit vineyards during golden hour and learn about indigenous grape varieties such as Shesh i Bardhë and Shesh i Zi, alongside internationally cultivated Sangiovese. Visit the winery’s unique production spaces built inside former communist-era bunkers — a rare setting that connects Albania’s complex past with its modern wine revival.
Taste a curated selection of wines, including rosé and red varieties, guided by local experts who explain the production methods, terroir, and evolution of Albanian viticulture. The experience concludes with two traditional raki tastings, including an aged expression that reflects local distillation traditions.
With panoramic countryside views and a relaxed sunset atmosphere, this small-group tour offers a focused and authentic introduction to Albanian wine culture.
Includes
Round-trip transportation from Durrës
Guided vineyard walks
Winery and bunker tour
Wine tasting: Rosé, Shesh i Bardhë, Shesh i Zi, Sangiovese
Two raki tastings (including one aged variety
Free time to relax or browse the winery shop
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Customer reviews
4.9/5
out of 5 stars
Jessica Gomes
a day ago
This was a great experience! The tour guides were so friendly and knowledgeable! Plus great music
Pearl George
a day ago
Had an incredible boat day in vlora! The team was so friendly and took us to a bunch of hidden spots I wouldn’t have found alone. Pickup and drop-off included made it totally stress-free. One of the best days of my trip. Book it.
Robyn Cooke
a day ago
Mario was an amazing guide, we had a wonderful day out and would definitely recommend!
Ilham
a day ago
WORTH EVERY PENNY!! VERY EDUCATIONAL AND ADVENTUROUS. HIGHLY RECOMMEND 💯MARIO WAS GREAT TOUR GUIDE …
Martyna Sz
a day ago
Brak słów! Wycieczka zarezerwowana kilka dni wcześniej i w dniu, w którym ma się odbyć czekamy już na odbiór a tu wiadomość że wycieczka jest przełożona na kolejny dzień z powodu braku odpowiedniej ilości osób ! Nawet nie wystali żadnej wiadomości dzień wcześniej zeby można cos innego wyszukać ! Obsługa klienta to jakiś żart . Nie polecam
Marc Wiedemann
a day ago
Heute schöne Speedboat Tour bei Vlore zur Insel Karaburun mit Tropfsteinhöhle und tollen Meer. 🙂 …
Auriane Dufrene
2 days ago
Super activité avec une très bonne ambiance !
booczysco
2 days ago
Mario is the best! Super funny guy🤪 The trip was awesome and i want to go back with my girls💃 …
Joshua Tsidekenu
3 days ago
Had the most fun day started in the morning, happy to see the cave, Mario is a good guide
Véronique Hermans
3 days ago
Super journée avec Mario Endroit magnifique grotte super impressionnante
Akinkugbe Oluwaseun
3 days ago
Going on the boat cruise is so lovely, the guys are so welcoming and accommodating. They are helpful as well, they tell stories about places in the boat. I highly recommend this activities for anyone is Albanian, Duress. So much fun today ❤️❤️❤️. Thanks Mario
Jezabel Birtig
3 days ago
Super experience! Merci Mario tu es excellent
sarah98
3 days ago
Very good trip! The hosts are were amazing and kept us entertained
Daniella O'Nions
3 days ago
It was really funnnnn, Mario is super cool
ShaPapaya
3 days ago
This was a really tour!!! Had a great time with Mario. He was a great guide! It’s very value for money. I would definitely recommend it.
Kehinde Olusegun
3 days ago
I really enjoyed the tour the guys were amazing and very helpful. I really recommend this guys.
Leni Nowakowski
3 days ago
This was the best experience of my life. Mario is the best and it was just so much fun. I cannot recommend it enough!
Karen Nowakowski
3 days ago
Mario was an incredible guide, fun, funny and informative I would highly recommend Mario and this tour to anyone visiting Albania
Charles English
3 days ago
The boat ride was terrific and our guide Mario was phenomenal.
Collin Peck
3 days ago
Marco was great with our tour and was friendly to all
Дмитрий
3 days ago
Franko is really a good specialist in history of the city. Recommend him!
Thelma Tracol
4 days ago
mario est un super guide, magnifique excursion
Karl Tracol
4 days ago
très bon moment, guide très sympa je recommande
Steph H
6 days ago
Visite guidée de Krujë avec Mario 👍 Panoramas magnifiques, visite du château, du grand bazar et restaurant panoramique avec plats traditionnels. Guide très sympathique …
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