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- Platinum Operator
- Choose Balkans
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 1 - 10
- Age range 2 to 90
Highlights
- Explore Albania's UNESCO site treasures of Berat, Gjirokastra, and Butrint.
- Immerse yourself in the stunning Albanian Alps while visiting Theth National Park
- Discover the natural beauty of the Blue Eye spring and the ancient ruins of Butrin
- Dive in the crystal-clear waters of Ksamil, Himara and Dhermi
- Visit the vibrant capital of Tirana, known for its colorful buildings, bustling markets, and rich
- history
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Tirana – Shkodra
- Day 2 Shkodra – Theth National Park – Shkoder
- Day 3 Shkoder – Berat
- Day 4 Berat – Gjirokastra
- Day 5 Gjirokastra – Blue Eye – Butrint – Ksamil - Albanian Riviera
- Day 6 Albanian Riviera – Himare – Dhermi –- Vlore
- Day 7 Vlora – Durres – Tirana
- Day 8 Day tour of Tirana
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Meals
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Hotel Treva (or similar)
HotelDays 1, 2Hotel Mozart (or similar)
HotelDays 1, 2Upgrade AvailableHotel Onufri (or similar)
Hotelday 3Portik Hotel (or similar)
Hotelday 3Upgrade AvailablePalorto Hotel (or similar)
Hotelday 4Sharm Hotel Luxury (or similar)
Hotelday 4Upgrade AvailableHotel Julia (or similar)
Hotelday 5Hotel Iliria (or similar)
Hotelday 5Upgrade AvailableAgora Bed & Breakfast (or similar)
Hotelday 6Hotel Valza (or similar)
Hotelday 6Upgrade AvailableRooftop Tirana (or similar)
Apartmentday 7Hotel Boka (or similar)
Hotelday 7Upgrade Available
Adventure Type
- Group AdventuresJoin a group and forge lifelong friendships.What to expect
- Group of 10 travelers max.
- Fast booking confirmation
- Carefully planned itineraries
- Travel with like-minded people
- Personalized AdventuresCustomize an existing itinerary or create your own.What to expect
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries
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Operated by
Choose Balkans
Number of tours
93
Age Range
2 to 90 years old
Response time
5 hours
Response rate
96%
Choose Balkans is a leading Incoming Tour Operator offering tourism services...
Read moreCustomer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- CLCherie· June 10th, 2025My companion and I have been fortunate to travel extensively and we both agreed Albania is one of our favorite destinations. This tour was a wonderful introduction to Albania and we enjoyed every aspect of it. Our guide, Elton, was excellent. He patiently answered all our questions and even shared locales that weren’t on the itinerary. His commentary made the trip interesting and informative. We highly recommend visiting Albania before it becomes overrun by tourists.Show moreTrip date: April 2025
- EPElena· June 9th, 2025Loved every minute of it! The itinerary was exciting, the guide was exceptional, and the memories will last a lifetime. Definitely a highlight of my travelsShow moreTrip date: April 2025
- LMLuca· June 9th, 2025An unforgettable experience! Every moment was enjoyable, and the tour struck the perfect balance between activity and relaxation. You won’t regret booking this.Show moreTrip date: June 2025
- KCKasie· June 5th, 2025Elton/Toni was, without question, the highlight of our time in Albania. From the very first day, it was clear that this wasn’t just a job to him—he genuinely cares about the experience his travelers are having. His kindness, patience, insight, and subtle humor made every moment of our tour feel personal and intentional. He managed the group dynamic with so much grace, gave us space to enjoy things at our own pace, and never felt like he was just running through a script. In fact, we’ve had other tour guides since leaving Albania, and the contrast has only made it clearer: Toni set the bar incredibly high. If you’re lucky enough to have him as your guide, you’re in for a truly special experience. He’s the kind of person who makes you want to come back to Albania—not just for the country, but for him.Show more
Choose Balkans commented on this reviewDear Kasie, Thank you fro your wonderful review! We are happy to hear that our guide Elton (Toni) made such a positive impact on your experience in Albania. Thank you again for choosing to travel with us and for sharing your experience. We look... Show moreTrip date: May 2025 - AAnonymous· May 30th, 2025Awesome trip, great guides. Erlis and Edit, the bestShow moreChoose Balkans commented on this reviewThank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We hope to welcome you back in the future! Best regards, Choose Balkans TeamTrip date: May 2025
- WDWilliam· May 26th, 2025Our tour was exceptional due to the fact our tour guide went above and beyond expectations. Tony /Elton will not be forgotten we made a new friend. Hotels pretty good with the exception of one or two locations .Itinerary very good we got to see a lot of Albanian. Markell our guide in Terana for the last day was also a very nice well informed guy. Thank YouShow moreChoose Balkans commented on this reviewDear William, Thank you so much for your kind words! We are happy to hear that your tour was exceptional and that our guide Tony/Elton made such a lasting impression. We are also happy to hear that you enjoyed the itinerary and had a positive... Show moreTrip date: May 2025
- AAAnya· May 23rd, 2025A wonderful way to discover new places and meet great people! The tour was fun, informative, and incredibly well-organized. I’d absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable travel experienceShow moreChoose Balkans commented on this reviewDear Anya, Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We hope to welcome you back in the future! Best regards, Choose Balkans TeamTrip date: January 2025
Denis· May 23rd, 2025Excellent travel, great location, very nice place to stay and a very good operator who guided usShow moreChoose Balkans commented on this reviewDear Denis, Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We hope to welcome you back in the future! Best regards, Choose Balkans TeamTrip date: March 2025- AAnonymous· May 23rd, 2025Excellent tour so far , best service, great location, 10/10 recommendedShow moreChoose Balkans commented on this reviewThank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We hope to welcome you back in the future! Best regards, Choose Balkans TeamTrip date: March 2025
- MDMathias· May 19th, 2025An amazing experience from beginning to end! The places we visited were stunning, the group vibe was great, and the guide made everything come alive. I’d absolutely do it again.Show moreChoose Balkans commented on this reviewDear Mathias, Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We hope to welcome you back in the future! Best regards, Choose Balkans TeamTrip date: May 2025
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Vicki
Asked on March 31st, 2025Can't tell whether with activities starting on "day 1" we would need to come in a day earlier (in which case interested in starting 31st) or not. Similarly on last day "drop at hotel" its unclear whether that means we would need a hotel that night to fly out next day or or fly out that afternoon?
Choose BalkansOperator•Written March 2025On Day 1, we depart from Tirana to Shkoder at 09:00 AM, so we recommend arriving the day before the tour begins. As for Day 8, we'll have a local food tour until midday. If your flight is in the late afternoon or evening, you can take an airport shuttle right after the tour ends. Alternatively, if you prefer, you can spend the night in Tirana (additional cost, not included in the tour price).
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Sabrina
Asked on February 6th, 2025Interested in the Pearls of Albania tour in July or August 2025. Solo traveler.
- Choose BalkansOperator•Written February 2025
In July or August we can depart this tour on any date if you book with a single supplement. Price for a solo traveler: 2945 Euros / Person. Alternatively if you are flexible with travel dates, we have confirmed departures with special pricing: March 24, May 18, May 24, May 29, June 1, June 10, June 16, June 17, June 28. Standard solo traveler price: 2945 Euros / Person. Special Price to join any of the above dates: 1550 Euros / Person + 315 Euros for the single room.
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Charles
Asked on February 2nd, 2025Cost advertised is AU $1,754, but when we go to booklet jumps up $500, we are sharing a room. Please advise why this happens? Also, we want to pay, but pay separately, but share a room, is this possible?
- Choose BalkansOperator•Written February 2025
The advertised first price is the price if you are a group of 8+ travellers and you pay on the same time. You fall under the category of the Group 2-7 travelers. Standard price: €1,550 euros/person. January sale discounted price: 1395 euros/person (ends on the 4th of February). Sure, you can book separately and share same room during the tour.
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Benjamin
Asked on January 9th, 2025How can we check for group discounts on the tour?
- Choose BalkansOperator•Written January 2025
Group discounts apply for bookings of 8 or more travelers. You can inquire about available discounts based on your group size.
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Hassan
Asked on January 2nd, 2025What happens if we want to change our itinerary during the tour?
- Choose BalkansOperator•Written January 2025
You may request itinerary changes, and the operator will do their best to accommodate your preferences based on availability.
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Michael
Asked on November 14th, 2024Can you recommend one of your guided group tours suitable for a solo traveller without paying very high single supplements?
- Choose BalkansOperator•Written November 2024
Yes, if you are joining a group where costs can be shared, then you will not have to pay the single supplement. We do not have many bookings for October 2025 as these will start to come in over the next few months. We have one 8 Day Tour available on 09 October 2025: Gems of Albania, Kosovo & N. Macedonia. Usual solo traveler price 2,945 euro. Special price to join on the current sale 1,633.75 euro / or 1,943.75 after the Black Friday sale ends.
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April
Asked on October 23rd, 2024What is the maximum # in a group? Can we upgrade hotels? Is it appropriate for healthy 80 year olds? How do we best fly from Dubrovnik to Tirana?
- Choose BalkansOperator•Written October 2024
We can run this tour even for 1 participant by paying a single supplement, our groups are small for up to 8 Pax. Our hotels are usually 3 stars, however upgrade in 4 stars hotels is possible on extra charge. In regards to the tour, walking uphill old towns, walking through cobblestone streets. Thus make sure to pack some comfortable and supportive shoes. Also note that August is one of the hottest months in Albania, so it's great for summer activities but be prepared for the heat, temperatures can vary from 35°C - 40°C. In regards to the flight, there is no direct flight from Dubrovnik to Tirana. In this case we would suggest a private transfer form Dubrovnik to Tirana.
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April
Traveler•Written October 2024Could you also arrange the air flights? If so, what would be the details of the flights and the cost?
- Choose BalkansOperator•Written October 2024
We do not do air fair tickets. There is no direct flights from Dubrovnik to Tirana. If you wish we can arrange a private transfer for you from Dubrovnik to Tirana, we can arrange accommodation in Tirana and then you can depart the tour the next day.
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Linda
Asked on September 5th, 2024Is it best to check in in another month or two to see if there are any other bookings?
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Linda
Traveler•Written September 2024Would she paying a different price if she is a solo traveller and joins the group and there are 8 or more people booked?
- Choose BalkansOperator•Written September 2024
The price for a solo traveler to book for June 2025 is 2,394 Euro with our current September sale. However on 01 June, we already have a couple of other travelers who have booked this same tour. As you are able to share the costs, we can offer you a special price to join this group and still keep a single private room. The cost to join the others on 01 June will be 1,575 Euro.
- Choose BalkansOperator•Written September 2024
Of course, you may either check back in a couple of months or you may book your preferred date and we will leave it for others to join and suggest them this same date. If others join then when the tour starts, we will arrange the single supplement refund for you.
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Leah
Asked on September 4th, 2024The single supplement is prohibitive. I am happy to share a room. Would that be possible?
- Choose BalkansOperator•Written September 2024
Following your questions about the single supplement, it guarantees the departure even for 1 participants. For this exact tur we have the below confirm departures: Price: 1190 Euros / person + 315 Euros for the single room
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Leah
Traveler•Written September 2024Thank you but the dates I can come are Sept 12 or 13. Either one of those possible?
- Choose BalkansOperator•Written September 2024
As we unfortunately do not have any confirmed departures on either 12 or 13 September, these dates would need to be booked as a solo traveler which is €2,394
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Kirstin
Asked on August 27th, 2024Do we need to bring cash for payments during the tour?
- Choose BalkansOperator•Written August 2024
It is advisable to bring cash for small purchases and local transactions. ATMs are available in cities for withdrawing local currency.
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