Albania Tours in May 2026
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- 4-Day Cultural & Scenic Tour: Southern Albania's Best | Berat Gjirokaster Butrint |Riviera
- Albania Discovery
- Small Group Tour of Albanian Riviera; Saranda, Ksamil, Himara & Dhermi
- Exploring Albania: A 6-Day Private Tour of Nature, Culture, and Adventure
- Albania: Local Food & UNESCO Heritage
- North Albania Food & Wine Experience
- One Unforgettable Week in Albania: Shala River, Komani Lake, Shkoder, Theth, Kruja, Tirana, Berat, Gjirokaster, Saranda, Blue Eye, Butrint
- Semi-Private Tour; Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 4 Days
- Highlights of Albania
- Small Group Hiking Tour of Theth & Blue Eye in 2 Days
4-Day Cultural & Scenic Tour: Southern Albania's Best | Berat Gjirokaster Butrint |Riviera
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The sites were shown as best as he could, even though it was some rainy sleet days.”
Anthony, traveled in October
Duration 4 days Destinations Tirana, Berat, Fier, Gjirokastra, Saranda, Butrint National Park, Ksamil, Qeparo, Vlore Age Range 2 to 70 year olds Operator Visit Albania May departure dates
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- NZ$1,530
Duration 7 days Destinations Tirana, Vlore, Berat Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator G Adventures May departure dates
See All Departure Dates16 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 23 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $2,499
25% Off- NZ$1,874You save $625
Small Group Tour of Albanian Riviera; Saranda, Ksamil, Himara & Dhermi
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Fantastic from start to finish! I felt safe, engaged, and completely taken care of.”
Anouk, traveled in June
Duration 5 days Destinations Tirana, Saranda, Ksamil, Himara, Dhermi Age Range 2 to 90 year olds Operator Choose Balkans May departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 May, 2026 10 spaces left 2 May, 2026 10 spaces left From $1,676
15% Off- NZ$1,424You save $251
Exploring Albania: A 6-Day Private Tour of Nature, Culture, and Adventure
15 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was a great experience, I had a great time everything was organized perfectly.”
Skerdi, traveled in January
Duration 6 days Destinations Tirana, Krujë, Shkoder, Durres, Berat, Gjirokastra, Himara, Saranda, Llogara National Park Age Range 18 to 75 year olds Operated in English, Italian Operator Local Friends Albania May departure dates
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15% Off- NZ$1,704
Albania: Local Food & UNESCO Heritage
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“They were all small boutique hotels (except one) and very centrally located.”
Brooke, traveled in June
Duration 7 days Destinations Tirana, Krujë, Fishtë, Gjirokastra, Saranda, Butrint National Park, Palermo, Berat Age Range 12 to 89 year olds Operator Good Albania May departure dates
3 May, 2026 8 spaces left From
15% Off- NZ$2,997
Duration 7 days Destinations Tirana, Lezha, Shkoder, Fishtë, Krujë Age Range 30 to 100 year olds Operated in English, Italian Operator Drive Albania Tours May departure dates
17 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From
15% Off- NZ$2,633
Duration 7 days Destinations Tirana, Koman, Theth, Shkoder, Krujë, Durres, Berat, Gjirokastra, Saranda, KsamilSee all destinations Age Range up to 100 year olds Operator LIT Travel and Tours May departure dates
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15% Off- NZ$2,279
Semi-Private Tour; Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 4 Days
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Nice hike to the amazing Blue Eye. It was perfect. We loved all the places we went to.”
Dawood, traveled in June
Duration 4 days Destinations Tirana, Theth, Valbona Valley National Park, Koman Age Range 12 to 90 year olds Operator Choose Balkans May departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 May, 2026 10 spaces left 2 May, 2026 10 spaces left From $1,293
15% Off- NZ$1,099You save $194
Highlights of Albania
105 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Hotels were all pretty good and in handy spots for walking around the towns. A very enjoyable, comprehensive tour.”
Rhona, traveled in June
Duration 11 days Destinations Tirana, Elbasan, Pogradec, Ohrid, Voskopoje, Korca, Permet, Kelcyra, Gjirokastra, SarandaSee all destinations Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operator Explore! May departure dates
See All Departure Dates2 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 9 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $3,190
21% Off- NZ$2,530You save $660
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
Duration 2 days Destinations Tirana, Theth Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operator Choose Balkans May departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 May, 2026 10 spaces left 2 May, 2026 10 spaces left From $622
15% Off- NZ$529You save $93
What people love about Albania Tours in May
- Exploring Albania: A 6-Day Private Tour of Nature, Culture, and Adventure
This 6-day tour offered a fantastic mix of sightseeing, adventure, and relaxation. The itinerary was well-paced, allowing us to explore key landmarks while also giving us enough downtime to recharge. The guides were knowledgeable and friendly, enhancing the experience with interesting insights and local tips. Accommodation was comfortable, and the included meals were delicious. Overall, it was a great way to experience a new destination in a short amount of time, and I'd highly recommend it to anyone looking for a balanced and enjoyable trip.
This was more than we expected - AMAZING - recommended to everyone both young and old - our guide went above and beyond to accomodate our needs - food , experiences, local people amazing, sites - three out of four UNESCO sites in 8 days! - wonderful - prepared to change plans if we asked - food AMAZING - local people so friendly and humble it touched our hearts - sites - best ever - we came after doing the UK - including Scotland and Ireland and Croatia and we were overwhelmed each day with sites, tours, food - we will be back!!! Randal is an amazing person - his knowledge and relationship with Albania and its people touched our hearts as we were allowed to experience it - accomodation very good, food from so many regions - how did they plan this in just 8 days - and the Raki!!!! We have no special memory other than ALBANIA!!! Go for it if you want a holiday you will remember - eat too much but never gain weight because you do do much - THANK YOU Good Albania
Albania: Local Food & UNESCO Heritage
- 4-Day Cultural & Scenic Tour: Southern Albania's Best | Berat Gjirokaster Butrint |Riviera
It was a fantastic experience in a lovely country
What our customers ask about Albania Tours in May 2026
What are the best places to visit in Albania during May?
Albania's varied landscape is especially accessible in May. The UNESCO cities of Berat and Gjirokaster offer clear views of their stone architecture and cultural sites. Along the coast Himara Dhermi and Ksamil beaches provide warm but not hot conditions for swimming and sunbathing. Natural attractions like Blue Eye Spring and Butrint National Park show their colors with spring vegetation. Coastal accommodations such as Hotel Colombo in Saranda or Hotel Partner in Vlore make good base camps. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The combination of historical sites and beach time in May was perfect - Butrint archaeological park was fascinating and not crowded."
What are the best outdoor activities to do in Albania during May?
May's moderate temperatures create ideal conditions for outdoor pursuits across Albania. Visitors can paddle board on Shkodra Lake trek through Theth National Park to the Blue Eye or bike the coastal roads from Vlora to Saranda. The waters of Osumi Canyon welcome rafters while the Karaburun Peninsula draws hikers to its seaside paths. Tour operators often package these activities together particularly the popular Theth to Valbona route which one TourRadar traveler called "absolutely breathtaking in May with all the spring wildflowers in bloom."
What are the best hiking trails to explore in Albania during May?
The spring hiking season brings Albania's mountain paths to life. The signature Valbona Pass route between Valbona and Theth National Parks showcases meadows filled with seasonal blooms. Near Theth the Blue Eye trail covers 6.2km round trip climbing 700m in elevation. Hotel Pisha Villa in Theth serves as a convenient launch point for day hikes. According to a TourRadar traveler "The walk between Valbona and Theti was amazing with stunning mountain views and meadows covered in spring flowers."
Which UNESCO sites are best to visit in Albania during May?
Spring temperatures make Albania's UNESCO heritage especially approachable. Key sites include the ancient ruins at Butrint Archaeological Park the historic Ottoman quarters of Berat and Gjirokastra and the remains of Apollonia. Hotel Republika in Berat puts visitors steps from the castle complex and Onufri Museum. TourRadar reviews confirm "The scenery in Albania is one of its greatest assets especially the UNESCO sites in springtime."
What is the weather like in Albania during May?
Spring brings temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F) to Albania creating comfortable conditions throughout the country. Visitors to spots like Theth National Park and the Albanian Riviera find May's weather suits both active pursuits and casual sightseeing. A TourRadar guest at Hotel Panorama in Kruja reported: "The weather in May was perfect for exploring - warm enough for comfortable hiking but not too hot for city walks."
How crowded are tourist sites in Albania during May?
May represents shoulder season in Albania balancing pleasant weather with lighter tourist numbers than summer brings. Major attractions including Butrint Archaeological Park and Berat Castle welcome visitors without peak-season crowds. As one TourRadar traveler noted while staying at Hotel Mangalemi in Berat: "We found May ideal for exploring the old town without the summer crowds."
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