Durres, Albania (8 dias) from 906 €

Total price From 1.811 €

Created: Wednesday, January 8, 2025

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About the destination

Durres (alb. Durrës), the second largest city of Albania (161,800 inhabitants, 2008 estimate), is the most ancient city and one of the most economically important as the biggest port city. The beaches of Durrës are local hotspots for many Albanians and are an important part of tourism in Albania. The city was colonized by the colonists from Corinth and Korkyra in 627 B.C. It was named Epidamnus, which later became Dyrrachium. Between the 1st and 3rd centuries Durres was an important port and trading centre on the Via Egnatia trading route, between Rome and Byzantium (Istanbul). After a great number of earthquakes, much of ancient Durres sank into the sea or collapsed and was subsequently built over. The most important object is the amphitheatre with 15,000 seats, dating back to the 2nd century AD. In the middle ages was Durres coveted by many different intruders from all over Europe. The fact that this city has been inhabited throughout its history, means that very little of the ancient city has been excavated, as it exists under the newer buildings. However the archeological museum is well stocked and presented. The famous Roman orator, Cicero called Durres an admirable city, while the poet Catullus called it the tavern of the Adriatic. Today the city is well known for the beach resort of Durres with sandy beaches and warm sea waters. It is about 10.5 km long and is frequented by Albanian and foreign tourists from May until October

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05 Jul

Transport from Lisbon to Durres

Departure

EasyJet - U27677

05:50 - Lisbon, Lisboa Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)

10:25 - Tirana, Tirana Rinas (TIA)

Nonstop Fare: Standard

Transport: U27677

Cabin Class: Economy

Fare Name: Standard

05 Jul

Transfer

Transfer from Tirana Rinas (TIA) to EDART

10:25 Maximum waiting time: 45 minutes Private - Economy Sedan

Private

Economy Sedan

Maximum waiting time: 45 minutes

05 Jul

Accommodation

7 Nights

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Edart 7.8 Good

- At 2.2 km from the centreALL INCLUSIVERruga Pavaresia - 2001, Quarto

Featuring a beachfront location in Durrës, Hotel Edart and offers water sports facilities. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar and restaurant. Free WiFi is available and free private parking is provided. You will find sun lounger and parasols at the property. Airport shuttles can be arranged at an additional charge.This property also has one of the best-rated locations in Durrës! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

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12 Jul

Transfer

Transfer from EDART to Tirana Rinas (TIA)

07:44 Maximum waiting time: 15 minutes Private - Economy Sedan