Albania Small Group Tours
Picture beaches that rival Greece but with half the crowds. Ksamil's water hits that perfect turquoise shade. Albania surprises people, with the Blue Eye spring looks bottomless and incredibly blue, Gjirokastra's Ottoman architecture earned UNESCO recognition, and Theth National Park showcases the Albanian Alps dramatically. Berat is the City of a Thousand Windows, Butrint preserves ancient ruins, and Tirana pulses with unexpected energy.
10 best Albania small group tours
Compiled by
MelissaAlbania travel expert at TourRadar
- Small Group Tour of Albanian Riviera; Saranda, Ksamil, Himara & Dhermi
- 8 Days Albania Highlights - Fully guided Small Group (North & South)
- 5 Days Private Tour Albanian Country Side UNESCO Lake and old Towns
- Albania Uncovered: A 5-Day Journey from North to South
- Private Albanian Luxury Tour Culture, Coast and Cuisine in 11 Days
- UNESCO Heritage Sites in Albania on 3 day Private tour
- Small Group Hiking Tour of Theth & Blue Eye in 2 Days
- Small Group Tour of Albanian Riviera; Vlora, Dhermi, Himara, Saranda and Ksamil
- Small Group Tour of Saranda, Ksamil & Blue Eye from Tirana
- Small Group Hiking Tour; Theth & Blue Eye in 3 Days
Small Group Tour of Albanian Riviera; Saranda, Ksamil, Himara & Dhermi
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Loved every part of the tour. Super easy to follow and worth every penny.”
Xhenxho, traveled in February
Small group adventures with professional English-speaking guides reveal hidden Albanian beaches. The route includes secluded spots like Borsh's 7km coastline and Porto Palermo Castle, with flexible transportation options.
Duration 5 days Destinations Tirana, Saranda, Ksamil, Himara, Dhermi Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Choose Balkans From
- NZ$2,971
Duration 8 days Destinations Tirana, Krujë, Shkoder, Theth, Fishtë, Berat, Gjirokastra, Saranda, Ksamil, HimaraSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 14 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Amazing Albania From $3,498
7% Off- NZ$3,254You save $245
5 Days Private Tour Albanian Country Side UNESCO Lake and old Towns
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I didn't know Albania was so beautiful. This was an extraordinarily experience.”
Erjano, traveled in January
This private guided tour welcomes both small and larger groups through Voskopoja's churches and Permet's thermal springs. Intimate groups receive focused attention at Onufri Museum, while cultural immersion flourishes in local villages.
Duration 5 days Destinations Tirana, Elbasan, Voskopoje, Korca, Permet, Gjirokastra, Saranda, Ksamil, Berat Age Range Ages 27+ Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Enjoy Travel and Tours From $2,467
15% Off- NZ$2,097You save $370
Albania Uncovered: A 5-Day Journey from North to South
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This tour covers the best spots in Albania. A tour you don't want to miss.”
Irma, traveled in October
Duration 5 days Destinations Tirana, Krujë, Shkoder, Durres, Berat, Gjirokastra, Ksamil, Saranda, Llogara National Park, HimaraSee all destinations Age Range Ages 25+ Group Size Max Group Size 8 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Enjoy Travel and Tours From $2,083
15% Off- NZ$1,770You save $312
Private Albanian Luxury Tour Culture, Coast and Cuisine in 11 Days
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Meals were AMAZING. Accommodations were unique and pretty well selected.”
Hannah, traveled in June
Duration 11 days Destinations Tirana, Durres, Krujë, Elbasan, Berat, Tepelena, Gjirokastra, Butrint National Park, Ksamil, SarandaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator InAlb TPP Shpk From
15% Off- NZ$7,482
UNESCO Heritage Sites in Albania on 3 day Private tour
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Albania exceeded all my expectations! The tour was well-organized, with knowledgeable guides and comfortable accommodations.”
Rukije, traveled in December
Small private groups receive dedicated attention at UNESCO sites like Butrint National Park and Gjirokastra Castle. Groups of 7+ benefit from separate guide and driver service. Expert English-speaking guides illuminate Albania's cultural heritage at each location.
Duration 3 days Destinations Tirana, Butrint, Gjirokastra, Apollonia Archaeological Park, Berat, Durres Age Range Ages 18+ Operated in English, Italian Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Local Friends Albania From
15% Off- NZ$1,031
Small Group Hiking Tour of Theth & Blue Eye in 2 Days
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour itself was wonderful. It ended up being a highly personalized experience.”
Maria, traveled in April
Small groups of 2-5 travelers receive focused guidance in English. The intimate setting enables authentic homestays in Theth village and adjustable hiking pace through 18km Blue Eye trail and 6km Grunas Waterfall route.
Duration 2 days Destinations Tirana, Theth Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Choose Balkans From
15% Off- NZ$855
Small Group Tour of Albanian Riviera; Vlora, Dhermi, Himara, Saranda and Ksamil
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was amazing experience. Great Stays...”
Rakesh, traveled in July
Groups of maximum 8 travelers connect deeply with local spots like Vlora's Muradie Mosque and hidden coves of Dhermi beach. English-speaking guides lead the way, with an average traveler age of 33.
Duration 3 days Destinations Tirana, Saranda, Ksamil, Himara, Dhermi, Vlore Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Choose Balkans From
15% Off- NZ$1,784
Small Group Tour of Saranda, Ksamil & Blue Eye from Tirana
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was a really good tour. Choose Balkans allowed me to add Gjirokaster to have a diverse tour.”
Carlos, traveled in April
Small groups of maximum 8 travelers benefit from personalized attention from English-speaking guides. Flexible stops at Saranda's promenade, extended swim time at Ksamil's beaches, and detailed visits to the Blue Eye's natural phenomenon are possible due to the intimate size.
Duration 1 day Destinations Tirana, Saranda, Ksamil Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type Group Operator Choose Balkans From
15% Off- NZ$243
Small Group Hiking Tour; Theth & Blue Eye in 3 Days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“It ran vey smoothly. I highly recommend them. We were well looked after.”
David, traveled in July
Groups averaging 10 travelers delve into the Albanian Alps with expert guides. The small format allows natural exploration of Theth National Park's hidden gems, from secluded waterfalls to traditional guesthouses, fostering genuine local connections.
Duration 3 days Destinations Tirana, Shkoder, Theth Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Choose Balkans From
15% Off- NZ$758
Reviews of Small Group tours to Albania
In early November 2017, my wife and I took the 8 day tour of Southern Albania (Local Food and Unesco Heritage tour). We loved every minute and can highly recommend it. We covered an immense amount of geographic, cultural, and culinary ground in this trip. Even though the week contained a seemingly impossible amount of places, people, meals, and other activities, the pace was ideal. There was a perfect balance of scheduled events and alone time for exploring or relaxing on our own. Our guides were consummate professionals with incredible attention to detail. They are obviously very experienced because everything went so smoothly, but never did things feel routine or scripted. The level of interest and enthusiasm they maintained kept it from feeling like a canned experience. We felt like a group of friends on an adventure together. We were initially on the fence about a guided tour because it seemed so unlike the way we normally like to travel. But Albania from the outside appeared to be more opaque a place than we normally visit. Not much information is available online, and quite a bit of what we did find turned out to be out of date (this country is changing really fast). We’re so happy we chose to go with GoodAlbania. No amount of planning or exploring on our own could have given us as exciting, as honest, or as memorable a trip to this amazing country.
Albania: Local Food & UNESCO Heritage
- Albanian Highlights|6-Day Private Tour Across Albania
It was a wonderful experience. A country with not much known history, culture and traditions from us. Such amazing people to meet and places to visit. We loved the citi of Berat. Thanks to our albanian guide we learned all the amazing story and legends of this city. Gjirokastra was the tween of Berat with to much diversities. Wonderful places in the north also. The acomodation in the hotels was very comfortable and the food was delicious. Our guide Isuf was full of energy, enthusiast and perfect in comunication with a keen sense of direction. We enjoyed any day in Albania. Planing to come back again next year in the summer to visit all the riviera. Although the weather was very good now in november it was to late for the beach :) .
- Small Group Hiking Tour of Theth & Blue Eye in 2 Days
Choose Balkan was very organized and responsive to all requests, working with them made me more comfortable to make this booking. The tour itself was wonderful. It ended up being a solo tour where the guide, Ilir, made the experience highly personalized and adapted to my preferences. Ilir is extremely knowledgeable about Albanian culture and history and he shared many stories which enhanced the tour significantly. He's a great guide and you'd be lucky to have him! I would say this is not an intense hiking tour, yes there are two hikes, but it's more of a cultural/historical and shorter hike. for avid hikers who are seeking a an extended day or half day of hiking, this is maybe not the right fit.
What our customers ask about Albania Small Group Tours
What is the typical size of small group tours in Albania?
Small group tours in Albania keep numbers between 6-12 travelers creating a close-knit environment for exploring key sites from Theth National Park to the coastal areas of the Albanian Riviera. The limited size works well for stays in local guesthouses throughout Theth village and select boutique hotels in Berat's historic district. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The small group size made our experience in the Albanian Alps much more personal and allowed for flexible scheduling when exploring places like Blue Eye spring and Valbona Valley."
What unique accommodations are available for small group tours in Albania?
Albania's small group tours stay in carefully selected properties such as the historic Hotel Osumi within Berat's UNESCO protected area and family-run mountain guesthouses in Theth. Visitors can expect nights in converted Ottoman mansions like Hotel Kalemi in Gjirokastra or seaside properties such as Hotel Brilant in Saranda. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Our small group could stay at authentic guesthouses in Valbona Valley giving us a real taste of Albanian mountain hospitality that larger groups miss out on."
What are the transportation advantages of small group tours in Albania?
Small group tours move around in modern minivans that can reach hidden spots larger vehicles can't access. These vehicles navigate the narrow roads to mountain communities like Theth and Valbona Valley with ease. Groups can make quick stops at coastal viewpoints and lesser-known attractions such as the Blue Eye spring. According to a TourRadar traveler: "Our minivan could navigate the winding mountain roads to Theth National Park easily while larger buses couldn't reach these spectacular locations."
How do small groups access historical sites differently in Albania?
The smaller size allows groups to move freely through UNESCO sites such as Berat Castle and Butrint Archaeological Park. Guides can share detailed stories and lead visitors to quieter corners of these ancient places. A TourRadar traveler observation: "Our small group could explore hidden corners of Berat's castle complex and get detailed historical explanations without rushing."
What is the price range for small group tours in Albania?
Daily rates for small group tours in Albania typically cost between 175-300 USD. Adventure-focused trips such as hiking in the Albanian Alps usually range from 200-250 USD per day while high-end cultural experiences can reach 300 USD. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The value was excellent considering the personalized attention quality accommodations and included activities like wine tasting in Berat."
Are small group tours available year-round in Albania?
The main season for small group tours runs from April through October with summer months being the busiest time. Mountain areas like Theth and Valbona become difficult to access in winter though city-based cultural tours to places like Berat and Gjirokaster continue throughout the year. Tour data shows July and August bring the highest numbers of small group travelers when weather conditions are most reliable for outdoor activities.