Local roots, global standards
This is an 12-day group tour through Albania, from the northern castles of Kruja and Shkodra down the coast to Berat, the Riviera, Saranda and Ksamil, then back via the Blue Eye and Gjirokastra to Tirana. From 1750 euro per person, double occupancy. From €1,750 per person, two sharing.
Planned and operated by InAlb, Tirana. Last updated .
This is a group tour with a professional driver-guide who will accompany you throughout the entire journey, ensuring a comfortable, safe and enriching travel experience. Discover each destination with expert local knowledge while enjoying a relaxed and hassle-free trip. Booking is instant and any start date from April to October is open.
You start in Tirana, head north to Kruja and Shkodra, then come down the coast through Durrës, Berat and Vlora before driving the Riviera to Saranda and Ksamil. The inland return runs through the Blue Eye, Gjirokastra and Elbasan back to Tirana.
Four food experiences are built into the route, spaced so your eating evolves with the landscape: an agrotourism lunch near Tirana, the farm kitchen at Mrizi i Zanave, wine in Rroshnik. One cultural evenings bookend the trip, the Albanian Night dinner show in Tirana.
Tirana › Petrela › Kruja › Shkodra › Berat › Apollonia › Vlora › Llogara › Dhermi › Himara › Porto Palermo › Borsh › Butrint › Ksamil › Saranda › Blue Eye › Gjirokastra › Antigonea › Tepelena › Elbasan › Durres › Lekursi › Lezha › Rana e Hedhun › Rroshnik › Shiroka
Explore Skanderbeg Square, Tirana Castle and the Pyramid, then drive out to Petrela Castle for the view. Lunch is farm-to-table inside a repurposed military base. The evening is the Albanian Night: traditional dress, an 8-course feast, live music and dance.
In Kruja, visit Kruja Castle and the Skanderbeg Museum, dedicated to the story of the Albanian national hero. Then wander through the historic Old Bazaar, lined with small craft shops, traditional products and souvenirs that reflect local culture.
After the visit, enjoy an authentic Albanian lunch at a farmhouse: traditional dishes made with fresh local produce, in a calm and welcoming setting.
In Shkodra, visit Rozafa Castle.
Enjoy a scenic drive through breathtaking mountain landscapes, traditional villages, and panoramic viewpoints.
Upon arrival in Theth, explore this charming alpine village, surrounded by dramatic mountain peaks and unspoiled nature. Discover its traditional stone houses, the iconic Theth Church, and the historic Lock-in Tower, while learning about the region’s fascinating traditions and cultural heritage.
Optional – Zipline Experience: For those seeking adventure, enjoy an exciting zipline experience, offering spectacular views of the surrounding mountain landscapes, subject to availability and weather conditions.
In the afternoon, return to Shkodër, enjoying the beautiful mountain scenery along the way.
Today you travel south to the charming city of Berat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the City of a Thousand Windows.
With your guide, explore the historic quarters of Mangalem and Gorica, cross the Ottoman bridge and visit Berat Castle, still inhabited today and offering impressive panoramic views.
After sightseeing, continue to a local agritourism restaurant for a relaxed lunch featuring fresh local produce, homemade wine, cheeses, olive oil and traditional recipes.
For adventure enthusiasts, an optional ATV tour at Cape of Rodon is available at an additional cost, subject to the day’s schedule. Participants must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid driver’s licence.
Visit the Illyrian, Greek and Roman ruins of Apollonia on the way to Vlora, and walk the seafront Lungomare.
Travel towards Llogara Pass, where lush pine forests meet breathtaking views of the Ionian Sea.
Continue along the coast, passing Palasë and stopping in Dhërmi to explore its charming traditional village and beautiful beach.
Arrive in Himarë, where you can stroll along the picturesque harbour, enjoy the relaxed seaside atmosphere and spend the rest of the day at your leisure.
Overnight in Himarë.
Sail along the impressive Himara coastline, visiting Livadhi Beach, Aquarium Bay, Mirror Beach and Jala Beach. The route continues to places reachable mainly from the sea, such as Turtle Cave, Marble Beach, Bat Cave and Pigeon Cave.
You also discover the spectacular Gjipe Canyon, where the mountains open onto the crystal-clear water of the Ionian Sea, before continuing to Monastery Cave and the famous Pirates’ Cave, one of the most distinctive spots on this stretch of coast.
Explore the ancient city of Butrint, a UNESCO site. Swim in the turquoise water at Ksamil.
Visit the deep blue spring of the Blue Eye, then climb to stone-built Gjirokastra for its castle, bazaar and the historic Skenduli and Kadare houses. See the ruins of Antigonea.
After breakfast, depart from Gjirokastër towards Përmet to visit the beautiful Benja Thermal Baths, surrounded by stunning mountain scenery and the impressive Langarica Canyon. Enjoy some time to relax in the natural thermal pools.
Optional – Vjosa River Rafting: For adventure lovers, enjoy an exciting rafting experience on the Vjosa River, surrounded by breathtaking natural landscapes.
In the afternoon, return to Gjirokastër.
Overnight in Gjirokastër.
Visit Ali Pasha’s castle in Tepelena, then Elbasan, whose castle still has a living neighbourhood inside the walls. Drive back to Tirana for a relaxed evening.
The trip ends with a farewell dinner.
A last Albanian breakfast, then your private transfer to Tirana airport.
Each scale runs 1 to 5, from very easy to demanding.
Good for. Couples, families and small groups of friends who want to see a lot of Albania at their own pace, both first-time visitors and returning travellers. It is easy to moderate, with short walks and some cobbled streets.
Not for you if travellers who would rather not drive at all (you can add a private driver or driver-guide instead), or who want a single base with day trips out, since you change hotels most nights as you move down the country.
Entry fees. Entrance tickets are included only where they are listed under inclusions in the itinerary.
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21 travellers rated this trip
✓ Every review from a confirmed bookingThe price compared to what we got was excellent. All activities were included, transfers worked perfectly and guides were professional. Some hotels were basic, but for the price we paid really fair.
We had no idea Albania had so much variety: Roman ruins, Ottoman towns, mountain passes, beaches like the Caribbean. The company made it relaxing from airport pickup to the last transfer.
Comfortable walking shoes for castle and old-town cobbles, swimwear for beach days on the Riviera, Ksamil and Himara, a light layer for cooler evenings, sun protection: hat, sunglasses and sunscreen, some cash in euro or lek for fuel, markets and small stops.
April to October. May, June, September and October give the best balance of warm sea, good light and fewer crowds. July and August are hottest and busiest, best for beach days. The tour can also be adapted for winter travel.
The price is for two people sharing; a solo traveller wanting a private room pays a 430 euro single supplement. Double or twin rooms are included, triple and family rooms are on request, and child prices and child seats are available on request.
The tour costs from €1,750 per person, two sharing, with a 30% deposit to book and the balance due 30 days before the trip. That covers accommodation, transport, guiding and the listed activities across the 12 days. International flights and travel insurance are extra.
A 30% deposit secures your booking. The remaining balance is due 1 month (30 days) before departure. The 30% deposit is non-refundable. If you cancel, the remaining balance paid is refunded in full 30 days or more before departure, 70% is refunded 15–29 days before departure, 50% is refunded 1–14 days before departure, and no refund is given on the departure day or for a no-show. For a valid reason, you may request to reschedule your multi-day tour at least one month before departure. Rescheduling is free of charge, subject to availability and approval by InAlb. We strongly recommend travel insurance.
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1. Tag: Tirana 2. Tag: Shkoder 3. Tag: Koman- Valbone (unbedingt die Fähre nehmen, die Serpentinen sind furchtbar) 4. Tag:Kruje 5. Tag: Berat 6. Tag: Elbasan- Tushemisht 7. Tag: Korce- Rehove (Übernachtung bei Einheimischen- Schade, wenn diese keine Sprache außer Albanisch sprechen, Internet gab es keines- somit auch kein Translater) 8. Tag: Benje- Permet 9. Tag: Gjirokaster 10. Tag: Blaues Auge (wirklich sehr schön)- Butrint- Himara 11. Tag: Llogara- Vlora 12. Tag: Apollonia- Tirana
El viaje globalmente ha sido excelente (hoteles, guías, día en el mar con el barco para nosotros, visitas). Hemos quedado satisfechos y con muy buena impresión del viaje. Solo unas apreciaciones: -Mejorar el transfer: tanto en Corfú (autobús con muchas plazas y funcionamiento regular del aire acondicionado) y en Albania (funcionamiento regular del aire acondicionado). Los conductores bien. -En cuanto a los hoteles que fueron en general excelentes, diferencia de nivel entre las habitaciones asignadas al grupo lo que creo alguna protesta.
Die Planung der Reise lief super. Ein schönes Beispiel ist die Buchung eines Hotels. Wir hatten ein Hotel vorgeschlagen, aber Elvira hat uns überzeugt ein anderes zu nehmen. Vor Ort konnten wir dann erkennen, dass der Vorschlag von Elvira vollkommen richtig war.
Wir hatten trotz Teilweise Schlechtwetter eine interessante und schöne Reise. Die Hotels waren gut , unser Fahrer sehr gut , wir hatten viel Spaß und haben viel über Land und Leute erfahren. Bedingt durch das schlechte Wetter in den Bergen bei Valbone sind wir statt Valbone 2 Nächte in Prizren / Kosovo gewesen. Das war viel besser, als dort nur einen kurzen Zwischenstopp einzulegen. Einziges Manko war die Lage des Hotels in Ohrid / Nordmazedonien. Man kann dort nicht einmal einen kleinen Spaziergang machen, weil die Wege fehlen. Wir wären (trotz Regenwetter) gerne am See spazieren gegangen; das ist dort auch bei Sonnenschein unmöglich. Besser wäre ein Hotel etwas näher zur Stadt - ab dem Hotel *** gibt es einen Weg nach Ohrid Stadt. Ansonsten haben wir unsere Rundfahrt durch Albanien mit etwas Kosovo und Nordmazedonien sehr genossen ( wenn auch etwas anstrengend).
DIE REISE WURDE VON ELVIRA WUNDERBAR VORBEREITET UND WIR HATTEN GENAU DIE ERLEBNISSE DIE WIR GEPLANT HATTEN. DIE BEGEGNUNGEN IN NORDALBANIEN MIT DEN EINHEIMISCHEN WAREN EINFACH TOLL.
Der Reiseführer (Ermal) war großartig, es hat wirklich alles gepasst: wir haben eine wunderbare Zeit in einem Land voller Kulturangebot und Naturschönheiten erlebt, und ein Land mit sehr freundlichen Menschen.
Everything was smooth from start to finish. The private transfers made traveling stress free and the guides were fantastic. We left our suitcases in Valbona and we found them in our guesthouse in Theth, nice. My favorite part was exploring Berat at sunset and ksamil island hopping, absolutely magical.
We enjoyed the best of both worlds mountains and beaches. The hike from Valbona to Theth was tough but breathtaking and finishing the trip in Ksamil felt like a reward. The local guides were amazing especially in Berat and Gjirokaster with Matilda. We did not have vauchers to the activities or entrance places but we never had a problem by saying our names and agency . All was very organized and personal.
Unser Wunsch war es, das gesamte Land zu bereisen. Wandern im Gebirge, Welterbestätten Berat und Kruja, Nationalpark Llogara und zum Abschluss bummeln am Meer. Die Durchführung war logistisch sehr durchdacht. Weitere Zusatznächte wurden dabei berücksichtigt. Auch während der Reise haben wir uns super mit unserer Reiseexpertin verständigen können. Die Gebirgslandschaft in Valbona und in Thet ist einzigartig. Leider fehlen aber noch immer gekennzeichnete Wanderwege in dieser Gebirgsregion. Sehr gut ausgeschildert ist der Wanderweg über den Pass von Valbona nach Thet. Wer die Ursprünglichkeit von Albanien noch erleben möchte, sollte bald seine Reise dorthin planen. Überall werden Hotels gebaut, auch mit hohem westlichen Standart und es sind bereits jetzt sehr viele Touristen (in den Bergen meist noch Individualtouristen, in den Unesco Kulturstätten auch Reisegruppen) unterwegs. Wer das Land individuell bereist, wird Abenteuer erleben, viel sehen, über die Kontraste staunen. Die Küstenstraße von Llogara Richtung Himare ist spektakulär!
Viajar en silla de ruedas es un reto, y hacerlo a países poco accesibles como Albania, aún más. Sin embargo, con ***, y con Megi en concreto, todo fue sencillo desde el primer momento. Habiendo dejado clara la falta de accesibilidad del país desde el primer momento, su trabajo, esfuerzo y paciencia, han permitido diseñar un recorrido que nos ha mostrado cómo es este fascinante país, dentro de las limitaciones que suponen ir en silla de ruedas. Ha habido problemas de accesibilidad, sí, pero eran inevitables. Si se tiene una mente abierta, Albania en silla de ruedas es posible (aunque requiere una tracción eléctrica, ya que con una silla manual solo el esfuerzo puede llegar a ser agotador). Y desde luego, con***, ¡aún más!
El viaje ha ido muy bien. Albania tiene mucho que ofrecer al viajero, hay mucho por descubrir. Agradezco particularmente que la agencia ha estado pendiente y ha respondido muy rápido cuando hemos tenido alguna duda. Las actividades sugeridas, y, sobre todo, las visitas guiadas han destacado por la flexibilidad, el trato personalizado, y la amabilidad y profesionalidad de los proveedores locales. En general todo correcto, un trato personalizado y cuidado. Como comentario de mejora, la documentación proporcionada antes del viaje podría incluir los vouchers o justificantes de las reservas, por tranquilidad del viajero, pero la verdad, no he tenido ningún problema.
Ibamos un grupo de cinco personas y a todos nos ha encantado el viaje. Es un pais con un paisaje extraordinario y lugares historicos muy interesante. La organización de la agencia ha sido perfecta. Toda la información previa que nos habían dado se ha cumplido exactamente, tanto en hoteles como en cenas. La atención durante el viaje, poniendose en contacto con nosotros durante el viaje para saber si todo estaba bien tambien fue de agradecer. El chofer-guia, Igli, ha sido todo un acierto.
Guten Kontakt, unkomplizierte Abwicklung, gute Kommunikation. Es wurde auf die Wünsche genau eingegangen. Sehr gute Wahl der Orte und Unterkünfte . Die Reise hat einen gutes Kennenlernen des Landes ermöglicht.
Inalb as a platform has really been a great success, it’s quick and easy to use! We had excellent communication with the agency in question before the trip. The trip went okay, with a couple of minor issues that we had hoped they would help us resolve, but that wasn’t the case.
La agencia lo ha hecho bien, sin excesos
Sehr gute Kommunikation und Betreuung durch die Agentur in Tirana. Schöne Hotels mit sehr netten Menschen, gutem Service. Hilfreich ist das Handy mit alban. Simkarte. Wahnsinnig schöne Landschaften.
We had no idea Albania had so much variety: Roman ruins, Ottoman towns, mountain passes, beaches like the Caribbean. The company made it relaxing from airport pickup to the last transfer.
Nice trip for families and the counrty is family friendly . Everywhere you would get treated verry well when they saw you with kids.
All the meals and agrotourisms were great!
Blue Eye and Ksamil were busy with tourists, which made it hard to enjoy fully. But other places like Elbasan Castle or the small villages were much more relaxed and felt authentic.
The price compared to what we got was excellent. All activities were included, transfers worked perfectly and guides were professional. Some hotels were basic, but for the price we paid really fair.
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Planned and operated by InAlb, Tirana. Last updated 9 October 2026.
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