Albania Tours in May 2026
4.6 stars on(9,098 reviews)- Choose from 100+ Albania tours
- 500+ verified reviews from TourRadar travelers
- 24/7 customer support
10 best Albania trips in May 2026
Compiled by
NinaAlbania travel expert at TourRadar
- Albania's Highlights in 6 Days
- Small Group Tour of Albanian Riviera; Saranda, Ksamil, Himara & Dhermi
- Albania: Local Food & UNESCO Heritage
- 3-Day South Albania Tour: Gjirokastra, Blue Eye, Himara, Riviera & Boat Tour
- Albania Discovery
- Timeless Albania: Coast to Countryside
- Best of Albania Explorer 8 days Tour
- A Weekend Getaway to Tirana and Kruja
- A Weekend City Break in Albania
- Exploring Albania: A 6-Day Private Tour of Nature, Culture, and Adventure
Duration 6 days Destinations Tirana, Krujë, Lezha, Shkoder, Durres, Berat, Apollonia Archaeological Park, Vlore Age Range Ages 7+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Albania Explorer DMC May departure dates
See All Departure Dates4 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 5 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From
- NZ$1,435
Small Group Tour of Albanian Riviera; Saranda, Ksamil, Himara & Dhermi
11 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 All Ages Welcome Operator Choose Balkans May departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 May, 2026 10 spaces left 2 May, 2026 10 spaces left From
- NZ$1,761
Albania: Local Food & UNESCO Heritage
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The guides were so accommodating and personable, not to mention extremely passionate and knowledgable about Albania.”
Randi, traveled in July
Duration 7 days Destinations Tirana, Krujë, Fishtë, Gjirokastra, Saranda, Butrint National Park, Palermo, Berat Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Good Albania May departure dates
3 May, 2026 8 spaces left From
- NZ$3,150
3-Day South Albania Tour: Gjirokastra, Blue Eye, Himara, Riviera & Boat Tour
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Highly recommend. Grat experience”
Zen, traveled in June
Duration 3 days Destinations Tirana, Nivicë, Gjirokastra, Himara, Vlore Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Local Friends Albania May departure dates
See All Departure Dates7 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 14 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From
- NZ$946
Duration 7 days Destinations Tirana, Vlore, Berat Age Range Ages 12+ Operator G Adventures May departure dates
See All Departure Dates16 May, 2026 9 spaces left 23 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From
- NZ$2,339
Duration 9 days Destinations Tirana, Shkoder, Fishtë, Krujë, Berat, Apollonia Archaeological Park, Llogara National Park, Saranda, Qeparo, Butrint National ParkSee all destinations Age Range Ages 14+ Operated in English, Italian Operator Up Albania May departure dates
See All Departure Dates2 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 23 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $2,542
10% Off- NZ$2,288You save $254
Duration 8 days Destinations Tirana, Krujë, Lezha, Shkoder, Durres, Berat, Apollonia Archaeological Park, Vlore, Himara, KsamilSee all destinations Age Range Ages 7+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Albania Explorer DMC May departure dates
See All Departure Dates4 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 5 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $1,917
30% Off- NZ$1,342You save $575
Duration 3 days Destinations Tirana, Krujë Age Range Ages 7+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Albania Explorer DMC May departure dates
See All Departure Dates4 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 5 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From
30% Off- NZ$717
Duration 4 days Destinations Tirana, Krujë, Lezha, Shkoder Age Range Ages 7+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Albania Explorer DMC May departure dates
See All Departure Dates4 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 5 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From
30% Off- NZ$956
Exploring Albania: A 6-Day Private Tour of Nature, Culture, and Adventure
16 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We were shown to great places to the most famous one in, but also hidden sports all around.”
Samuel, traveled in April
Duration 6 days Destinations Tirana, Krujë, Shkoder, Durres, Berat, Gjirokastra, Himara, Saranda, Llogara National Park Age Range Ages 18+ Operated in English, Italian Operator Local Friends Albania May departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 2 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From
30% Off- NZ$1,791
What people love about Albania Tours in May
- Small Group Tour; Pearls of Albania in 8 Days (3 UNESCO Sites)
The tour was a perfect blend of the historical, the wilderness and the gastronomic! Being able to learn so much knowledge about regional and urban Albania was a complete delight. Throw in having your own personal time to enjoy each day, by yourself, as well was great for me as well. The tour was extremely well structured with my guide, Daniel, being flexible and accommodating is what interested me the most. His encyclopedic knowledge of all subjects was amazing and made the journey so much more interesting. Special call out to all the accommodations along the trip which were so welcoming and first rate. I would certainly recommend this tour to others I meet wanting to travel to Albania. Cheers,
- Semi-Private Tour; Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 4 Days
An epic adventure! What we saw was amazing but even more impressive was the logistics behind our travel
- 4-Day Cultural & Scenic Tour: Southern Albania's Best | Berat Gjirokaster Butrint |Riviera
Wonderful .we enjoyed everything
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."
Months