Përmet Day Tour: Benja Thermal Baths & Langarica Canyon

Canyons, Culinary Delights, and Ancient Springs in Albania’s Soulful South.

Leave the bustle behind for a journey into the heart of southern Albania’s "Green City." Përmet is a place where time slows down, defined by the rushing Vjosa River and the jagged peaks of the Nemërçka range. Your day begins with a scenic drive through the Vjosa valley, Europe's last wild river, leading you to the hidden wonders of the Langarica Canyon. Once there, we trade the vehicle for the trail, hiking through a dramatic limestone gorge where high walls frame a narrow strip of sky. The trek is balanced by the therapeutic warmth of the Benja Thermal Pools. These ancient, sulfurous springs are tucked beneath a majestic 18th-century Ottoman bridge, offering a natural spa experience with panoramic mountain views. No trip to Përmet is complete without honoring its reputation as Albania’s culinary capital. You will sit down to a slow-food feast featuring regional specialties like gliko (preserved fruits), local cheeses, and wood-fired meats, all sourced from the surrounding mountain villages. It is a day of physical invigoration and deep cultural immersion.

Highlights

• Bathe in the therapeutic Benja Thermal Baths under an iconic Ottoman bridge.
• Hike the stunning Langarica Canyon with its towering limestone walls.
• Explore the Vjosa River valley, Europe’s last wild river.
• Indulge in a traditional multi-course 'Slow Food' lunch featuring Përmet specialties.
• Experience the pristine nature of the Fir of Hotova-Dangelli National Park.

What's included

• Round-trip private transportation from Saranda or Gjirokastër.
• Professional local mountain guide.
• Full traditional lunch and refreshments.
• All entrance fees to the National Park and Thermal area.