Along the Via Egnatia. From Durres to Istanbul

Along the Via Egnatia. From Durres to Istanbul 980 , 10 Days

This tour is unique, due to the fact that it follows the real footsteps and trail of Alexander the Great, the Apostle Paul, the Roman general and statesman Julius Caesar, Marcus Junius Brutus, as well as the great Crusader Knights.

During the trip we will take the epic journey through Albania, North Macedonia, Greece, and European Turkey, and more specifically along "Via Egnatia".

The Via Egnatia was a Roman road that connected the Eastern and Western parts of the Holy Roman Empire. Nowadays, it is the trail from Rome to Istanbul. Furthermore, this road is also known as the continuation of the Silk Road along with the Appian Way which was one of the most strategically important routes in the ancient republic.

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Price Includes:
Good 3*** hotels incl. breakfast
All transport according itinerary
Airport transfer on day 1 from Tirana Airport
English speaking tour leader from Penguin Travel
local English speaking guides on spot

Not Included:
Entrance fees
other meals not mentioned in the program
International flights
Insurance
Tips and personal expenses
Airport transfers in Istanbul on day 10


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Along the Via Egnatia. From Durres to Istanbul (Rated 4.83 / 5 Based on 100 Reviews.)
Price
980 EUR
Duration
10 Days
Single Supplement
190 EUR
Status
Open for booking

Currency fluctuations might cause correction of price at any time.

Group Size
8-22

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