Explore Albania
Destination: Albania
From: R23 010 per person sharing
Travel dates: 2026-05-01 to 2026-11-08
Category: Tours
Rating: 4 stars
Discover the soul of Albania on this unforgettable 7-night journey, blending ancient history, UNESCO treasures, and stunning landscapes. From Tirana’s intriguing Bunk’Art Museum to the Roman Amphitheatre of Durrës, the castles of Berat and Gjirokastër, and the legendary ruins of Butrint, this tour brings Albania’s past vividly to life. Enjoy authentic moments like meeting a local family inside Berat Castle, marvel at the Blue Eye’s natural beauty, and travel the spectacular Albanian Riviera from Saranda to Vlora. With cultural gems such as Kruja’s Skanderbeg Museum, Shkodër’s Rozafa Fortress, and the charm of historic towns throughout, this immersive itinerary offers the perfect introduction to Albania’s heritage, culture, and breathtaking scenery.
What's included
- Return airport transfers
- Three nights' accommodation in a double room at Hotel Theatro (or similar) in Tirana
- One night's accommodation in a double room at Hotel Portik (or similar) in Berat
- One night's accommodation in a double room at Hotel Cajupi (or similar) in Gjirokaster
- One night's accommodation in a double room at Hotel Brilant (or similar) in Saranda
- One night's accommodation in a double room at Hotel Palace (or similar) in Vlore
- Daily breakfast
- Air-conditioned coach during the tour
- Tasting experience in Berat
- Professional English-speaking or bilingual guide (Day 2 – Day 7)
- Tourist map of Albania
- 24/7 agency assistance
- Tour highlights:
- - Durrës: Roman Amphitheatre
- - Shkodër: Rozafa Fortress
- - Berat: Castle, Onufri Museum, meeting with a local family inside the castle
- - Gjirokastër: Castle, Ethnographic Museum
- - Saranda: Butrint Archaeological Park
- - Kruja: Skanderbeg Historical Museum, Ethnographic Museum
- - Tirana: Bunk’Art Museum
- Itinerary:
- Day 01: Arrival in Tirana
- Day 02: Tirana - Durres - Berat (UNESCO)
- Day 03: Berat - Ardenica – Gjirokaster (UNESCO)
- Day 04: Gjirokaster – Blue Eye – Butrint (UNESCO) – Saranda
- Day 05: Saranda - Riviera - Porto Palermo - Vlora
- Day 06: Vlora - Apollonia - Tirana
- Day 07: Tirana - Kruje - Shkoder - Tirana
- Day 08: Depart Tirana
Not included
- Flights
- Visas
- Travel insurance
- Tips
- Local hotel taxes
- Porterage service
- Meals and drinks not specified
- Entrance tickets to archaeological sites and museums (approx. EUR70)
- Anything of a personal nature not mentioned above