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Vlora Raki Tasting & Meze Pairing

A raki tasting on the Vlora coast, with a range of Albanian raki paired with local meze by the sea.

€30·Updated
  • Small Group
A chalkboard sign about raki at a tasting bar in Vlora
A chalkboard sign about raki at a tasting bar in Vlora
Table set with raki and meze by a fireplace in Vlora
Table set with raki and meze by a fireplace in Vlora
Bruschetta-style meze served with raki in VloraView all 6
Bruschetta-style meze served with raki in Vlora
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Tour Overview

Vlora sits where the Adriatic meets the Ionian, and after a day by the sea a raki tasting is a good way to slow down. You try a range of rakis, from soft and fruity to strong and clear, with a host who tells you what each one is and where it comes from.

What comes with it? Meze, the small plates that always go with raki: cheese, olives, cured meats and byrek. The host pairs the food and the drink so each raki makes sense next to the bite that goes with it.

Who is it for? Anyone over 18 who wants a local break on the coast. It is relaxed and friendly, good for couples and small groups, and an easy thing to add to a day in Vlora. Ages 18 and over.

Day Trip Itinerary

  1. Stop 1: Welcome & first pour

    Start

  2. Stop 2: The tasting flight

    ~+45 min

  3. Stop 3: Toast to finish

    ~+1.5 hr

What's Included

  • Guided raki tasting flight with a local host
  • Traditional meze pairings
  • Commentary on distilling, regions and how to drink raki
  • Soft alternatives for non-drinkers
  • Activity liability insurance

What's Not Included

  • Hotel pickup (the venue is central in Vlora)
  • Extra drinks beyond the tasting flight
  • Gratuities (optional)

Price & Booking Details

Pricing coming soon.

Booking: Request to book

Meeting Point, Pickup & Logistics

Meeting point
Tasting venue in central Vlora
Address
Central Vlora (exact address sent the day before)
Duration
2 hours
Time
18:00 – 20:00

Transportation: Walking

Who This Tour Is Best For

Audience info coming soon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is raki?

Raki is Albania’s home-distilled fruit spirit — usually grape, but also mulberry (mani) and plum. The Vlora region distils its own coastal-southern styles.

How many rakis do we taste?

A flight of several Vlora-region rakis — typically grape, mulberry and plum with seasonal additions — each in a tasting measure paired with meze.

What food is included?

Traditional meze — local cheeses, cured meats, olives and pickles — chosen to pair with each raki.

How long is it?

About 1.5 to 2 hours, relaxed and social.

Is there an option for non-drinkers?

Yes — soft alternatives are provided, and the meze alone is worth the seat.

Where is it held?

At a central venue in Vlora; the exact address is sent the day before. There is no hotel pickup.

Is there a minimum age?

Yes — you must be of legal drinking age to taste. Younger guests are welcome for the meze.

Can I pair it with another activity?

Yes — it pairs perfectly with a Riviera stay and works well as the evening after a beach or boat day.

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