Fier: Apollonia & Ardenica Monastery Guided Tour

Discover Albania’s rich history on a guided Apollonia and Ardenica Monastery tour from Tirana, combining ancient archaeology, breathtaking landscapes, and spiritual heritage in one unforgettable day trip. Visit the legendary ancient city of Apollonia, founded in the 6th century BC and once a major center of learning in the Roman world. Walk through remarkably preserved ruins including the Odeon, Roman theatre, Agora, and the medieval monastery inside the archaeological park. Learn how Apollonia shaped regional history — and even educated the future Emperor Augustus. Continue to the stunning Ardenica Monastery, a 13th-century Orthodox monastery set on a scenic hilltop. Famous for its vibrant 18th-century frescoes and impressive Byzantine iconography, Ardenica offers peaceful surroundings and panoramic views over the Myzeqe plain.