Albania

Albania

Alpine skiing in winter or Riviera beaches in summer? Take your pick in this guide to the best time of year to visit Albania.

Activities
27 tours
Top sights
9
Travel tips
1

About Albania

Albania packs a lot into a small map: the jagged Albanian Alps, warm Adriatic and Ionian beaches, Ottoman-era towns, and a lively café culture. Here’s what to know before you go. From restaurant etiquette to getting around on buses and furgons, a few smart tips will make your trip smoother and…

Top sights

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Tirana essentials

Stroll Skanderbeg Square, ride the Dajti Express cable car for city views, and explore Bunk’Art to unpack recent history. Café-hop in Blloku by night.
2

UNESCO Berat & Gjirokastër

See white-washed Berat (“the city of a thousand windows”) and stone-roofed Gjirokastër. Plan half a day in each old town; add their castles for sunset.
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Hike Theth & Valbonë in the Albanian Alps

Tackle the famed Theth–Valbonë trail (late May–October), visit the Blue Eye of Theth, and stay in cozy guesthouses serving home-cooked fare.
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Sail Lake Koman

Take the scenic Komani ferry (Shkodër gateway) through fjord-like canyons—one of the most photogenic boat rides in the Balkans.
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Beach-hop the Albanian Riviera

Base in Sarandë or Himarë and day-trip to Ksamil’s islets, Mirror Beach, and Drymades. Drive the dramatic Llogara Pass for epic coastal views.
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Butrint National Park

Wander 2,500 years of history—Greek, Roman, Byzantine—set in wetlands teeming with birdlife. Go early to beat the heat and tour groups.

Activities in Albania

Albania tours from Tirana to ​​Butrint, Saranda and Gjirokaster
$
 317.72
Albania

Albania tours from Tirana to ​​Butrint, Saranda and Gjirokaster

The tour begins early in the morning, leaving Tirana at 06:00 and heading south toward some of the most remarkable historical and cultural landmarks of…

The secrets of Albanian Cuisine: cooking class in Tirana-Small Group
$
 79.43
Tirana, Albania

The secrets of Albanian Cuisine: cooking class in Tirana-Small Group

During the cooking class, you will be taught to create some of the Albanian dishes from scratch, including some recipes that are passed down from…

Saranda walking tour with history and archeology: half day panoramic tour
$
 80.57
Albania

Saranda walking tour with history and archeology: half day panoramic tour

This half day panoramic tour offers a journey through the ancient origins, cultural heritage and archaeological treasures of Saranda. The experience…

Visit Butrint and Ksamil: half-day guided tour from Saranda
$
 90.78
Albania

Visit Butrint and Ksamil: half-day guided tour from Saranda

Our tour in southern Albania begins with a visit to the archaeological site of Butrint Albania , where you will immerse yourselves in the ancient Greek…

Daily trip in South Albania- Qeparo and Himara -Small group
$
 124.82
Himarë, Albania

Daily trip in South Albania- Qeparo and Himara -Small group

The village of Qeparo is a charming destination known for its breathtaking views and its beautifully preserved traditional architecture. Narrow…

Day trip to the National Park of "Blue Eye" Small Group - from Saranda
$
 79.43
Albania

Day trip to the National Park of "Blue Eye" Small Group - from Saranda

The Blue Eye National Park is one of Albania’s most captivating natural attractions. Located near the small village of Muzinë, along the national road…

Golem ATV Adventure: Off-Road Ride in Durrës
$
 44.81
Rrashbull, Albania

Golem ATV Adventure: Off-Road Ride in Durrës

After a brief safety introduction, ride your own powerful and easy-to-handle ATV along carefully selected trails suitable for both beginners and…

Korça walking tour
$
 34.05
Korçë, Albania

Korça walking tour

Korça is situated in south-eastern Albania, known for its wide wheat-growing fields, luscious apple grapes fields, and also has its brewery as well as…

Rafting Vjosa from Gjirokaster
$
 147.52
Kutal, Albania

Rafting Vjosa from Gjirokaster

Discover with MyTour in Albania the beauty of the last wild river in Europe-The Vjosa River! Come with us to enjoy the adrenaline of rafting in the Vjosa…

Food Experience & Walking Tour of Tirana
$
 147.24
Tirana, Albania

Food Experience & Walking Tour of Tirana

Taste traditional Albanian food in Tirana Welcome to the tour that combines Tirana's history , architecture and traditional Albanian food . First of all…

Explore Theth in a Day from Tirana - Albania’s Best Escape
$
 107.60
Theth, Albania

Explore Theth in a Day from Tirana - Albania’s Best Escape

Experience the natural beauty and rich traditions of northern Albania on this full-day tour to Theth National Park. Traveling through spectacular mountain…

Gjirokaster walking Tour Baazar – The Castle – Zekate house
$
 16.99
Gjirokaster, Albania

Gjirokaster walking Tour Baazar – The Castle – Zekate house

During this tour you will be accompanied by a local guide that knows all the secrets of the city. We will start the tour at Cerciz Topulli square where we…

Travel tips

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Money & payments

Bring some euros, convert to Albanian lek (ALL), and keep cash for taxis, cafés, markets, and tips. ATMs are common in cities; smaller places may be cash-only.

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