Taste Berat: An Authentic Culinary Experience

Taste Berat: An Authentic Culinary Experience 

Did you know that cooking with a local can be the most memorable experience of your trip? 

Did you know the olives & cheese taste so good you'll forget you are in an amazing castle? 

Did you know Berat’s vineyards date back to ancient Illyrian times? 

That's over 2000 years ago! 

Yes, it's one of Albania’s most historic wine regions.

Itinerary

Day 1

After a scenic trip (departing at 9am) from Tirana, you’ll explore the iconic Berat Castle, visiting the Byzantine Cathedral and the Onufri Museum. The highlight of Day 1 is an authentic wine-tasting experience at a local vineyard with cheese and finger foods for lunch. Stroll along the Osumi River, taking in the charm of Mangalem and Gorica districts.

Day 2

The first authentic food experience of Day 2 involves a 1-hour trip to the village of Bilç for olive oil tasting at Zaimi, home to Berat's finest olives. We’ll visit the beautiful Bogove Waterfall (weather permitting). Relish lunch and a wine tasting at another renowned winery. The highlight of the trip for many is an evening cooking lesson hosted by a local family, where you create your dinner masterpiece.

Day 3

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and check out. Embark on a short hike from the Berat neighborhood of Gorica for breathtaking views of Berat Castle and the majestic Tomorr and Shpirag mountains. Savor light snacks (in place of lunch) before bidding farewell to Berat. Leave from Berat at 12pm.

Testimonials

"Such a fun time, loved the tour! Great way to experience the city, get a glimpse of the interesting history, and taste some good local flavors! We'd recommend it!"

- Mark F, USA

"Both Sarah and Josh are enthusiastic, well prepared and knowledgeable guides."

- Neil, UK

"Bailey was so professional and knowledgable."  

- Sally, USA

"Sarah was fantastic. Her sweet spirit and enthusiasm is contagious. We loved her so much as our tour guide, we booked 3 more tours with her. Our children, ages 17, 18, 20, 22 & 23 enjoyed her young adult perspective."

- CarrieAnn, USA

"The tour was great. A good amount of walking, history, architecture and culture."

- Aliya, Kazakhstan