14-Day Journey Across Albania - Tirana, The Alps, Coast, and History
Highlights
Tirana
archaeological, historical, museums
Private Tour
14 Days
Medium
English
Description
This trip shows the beauty of Albania in all its facets: the mighty mountains, the beautiful coast, the impressive history and the delicious dishes. You have plenty of time to experience and enjoy all facets because the journey takes 14 days. We start in Tirana, then travel to the Albanian Alps, head to the Albanian Riviera, and return to Tirana.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Tirana (Part-1)
- Pickup from the International Airport of Tirana.
- Discover the bustling center of Tirana, and enjoy a pleasant evening with live music and traditional Albanian dishes.
- Visit some museums and discover Albania's impressive history.
Overnight stay in Tirana.
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Day 2: Tirana (Part-1)
- Breakfast in Tirana.
- Take the cable car to the top of Dajti Mountain and enjoy the view over Tirana.
Overnight stay in Tirana.
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Day 3: Albanian Alps (Part-2).
- On day-3 we will depart from Tirana at 5:00 AM for the Albanian Alps.
- We drive to Komani Lake take the ferry to Fierza and then continue to Valbona.
- In Valbona we have lunch. Then we go for a short walk in Kukaj.
Overnight stay in Valbona.
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Day 4: Albanian Alps (Part-2)
- Breakfast in Valbona.
- On day 4 we will do the great and famous walk from Valbona to Theth; 18km, 7-8 hours.
Overnight stay & dinner in Theth.
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Day 5: The Albanian Alps (Part-2).
- Breakfast in Theth.
- On day 5, we visit Grunas Waterfall and then drive to Shkoder. There you have free time to visit the town. In the evening, we will drive back to Tirana.
Overnight stay in Tirana.
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Day 6: The Albanian Coast (Part-3).
- Breakfast in Tirana.
- On day-6 we drive from Tirana to Sarandë and make a trip along the Albanian coast; on the way, we stop in Vloré.
Overnight stay in Sarandë.
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Day 7: The Albanian Coast (Part-3)
- Breakfast in Sarandë.
- On day seven you have plenty of time to discover Sarandë, possibly with a local guide.
Overnight stay in Sarandë.
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Day 8: The Albanian Coast (Part-3)
- Breakfast in Sarandë.
- Optionally, the Blue Eye and Lekuresi Castle are visited on day 8, with a local guide.
Overnight stay in Sarandë.
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Day 9: The Albanian Coast (Part-3)
- Breakfast in Sarandë.
- Day 9 is spent visiting Butrint National Park and the beaches of Ksamil, optionally with a local guide.
Overnight stay in Sarandë.
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Day 10: The History of Albania (Part-4).
- Breakfast in Sarandë.
- On day ten we will drive from Sarandë to Berat. On the way, we stopped in Gjirokaster (UNESCO city) and Archaeological Park Apolonia. You have plenty of time to visit both destinations.
Overnight stay in Berat.
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Day 11: The History of Albania (Part-4)
- Breakfast in Berat.
- The historic UNESCO city of Berat is visited on day 11. Take plenty of time, possibly accompanied by a local guide.
Overnight stay in Berat.
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Day 12: The History of Albania (Part-4)
- Breakfast in Berat.
- We drive from Berat to Tirana on day 12, stopping in Elbasan. You will have ample time to visit and discover Elbasan.
Overnight stay in Tirana.
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Day 13: Back in Tirana.
- Breakfast in Tirana.
- On day 13 we walk to the Grand Park of Tirana, where we encounter nice and interesting places to visit.
Overnight stay in Tirana.
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Day 14: End of Tour
- Breakfast in Tirana.
- The journey ends on day 14. We can take you to Tirana airport.
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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No refund in case of any cancellation.
Price
Persons | |
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1 to 20 | /person |
This is a private tour |