I am looking to book 2 one day tours for my clients arriving in Tirana in September. Could you tell me the maximum number of people you accept on a tour on a given day? I am looking at booking them in for activities on September 17 and/or 18. Do you have other 1 day tours that are within 2 or 2 1/2 hours from Tirana?

Our groups vary from 19-54 people depending on the day. Thank you. Please look at our 1 day tours and decide whic is suitable for your clients.

Does this tour operate in Mid-September (17 or 18 September)? What time would pick up be in Tirana? Is this a private tour? How many people maximum can go? There would be a group of 3-4 people. How long is the hike up the mountain, is it possible to swim in the lake? Is there a place to get lunch there? What time is the return to Tirnana?

This is not a private tour. It operates whole year. The pickup at 9:00 am and the drop off at 16:00. Maximum people is 31 persons in one bus. We accept any group form 1 to infinite. The hike is 25 mins incline. 15 mins decline. There is a restaurant for lunch in Bovilla.

Approximately what time is the pickup and drop-off in Tirana?

Pickup is at 9:00 am. Drop off at 16:00

We only need to know wich location is possible for pick up.

The best meeting point for you is: Kisha Katolike Zemra e Krishtit at 9:20 am

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From Tirana: Bovilla Lake, the Canyon and Gamti Mountain Hike

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Operator: Smart Tour Albania
Hiking & Trekking: Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
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Group Size 1 - 50
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Explore the Albanian countryside
Hike up Gamti Mountain
Enjoy views from Bovilla Lake's dam
Swim in a fresh mountain river
Experience Tirana's suburban life

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Day 1 Go hiking to enjoy Bovilla's wonderful lake view

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Abdullah
· June 25th, 2025
This is a must to do if you are visiting Albania. It is one-day and you will love the breathtaking views of the lake, the mountain and the road. The resturant is a must to try with village organic meat.
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Trip date: June 2025
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Vera
· May 19th, 2025
It was great, the tour guide was very helpful...
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Bill
· May 15th, 2025
We had a fantastic day trip. Was nice to get up in the mountain.seeing the real beauty of Albania.
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Trip date: May 2025
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Anonymous
· October 7th, 2024
Difficult weather ie steady and quite heavy rain made the initial arrival at the mountain. Deo was excellent at managing everything, enabling us to stay in the restaurant until weather had cleared and being flexible with what the group wanted. The actually hike was managed very well, Deo regularly checked everyone was happy, chilled but professional and a good manner of working with people. The rock ascent, not for the faint hearted possibly was handled very well. No pressure but those that wanted to were given help and encouragement. Great selfie opportunity though I didn't stand on the rock just sat on it. Quite a few in the group just held back and enjoyed view from rest of the mountain. As I say, no pressure to go outside your comfort zone but felt very safe. Thank you Deo for a great day out in not the nicest of weather conditions. Safe driver too up some unmade narrow mountain roads. Recommended!
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Trip date: October 2024

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Deborah
Asked on August 15th, 2025
I am looking to book 2 one day tours for my clients arriving in Tirana in September. Could you tell me the maximum number of people you accept on a tour on a given day? I am looking at booking them in for activities on September 17 and/or 18. Do you have other 1 day tours that are within 2 or 2 1/2 hours from Tirana?
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- Smart Tour AlbaniaOperator•Written August 2025
  Our groups vary from 19-54 people depending on the day. Thank you. Please look at our 1 day tours and decide whic is suitable for your clients.
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Brooke
Asked on July 30th, 2025
Does this tour operate in Mid-September (17 or 18 September)? What time would pick up be in Tirana? Is this a private tour? How many people maximum can go? There would be a group of 3-4 people. How long is the hike up the mountain, is it possible to swim in the lake? Is there a place to get lunch there? What time is the return to Tirnana?
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- Smart Tour AlbaniaOperator•Written July 2025
  This is not a private tour. It operates whole year. The pickup at 9:00 am and the drop off at 16:00. Maximum people is 31 persons in one bus. We accept any group form 1 to infinite. The hike is 25 mins incline. 15 mins decline. There is a restaurant for lunch in Bovilla.
- Smart Tour AlbaniaOperator•Written July 2025
  In the Lake you can freshen up in the waters. So bring the bathing suits.
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  Brooke
  Traveler•Written July 2025
  Do you offer any private tours?
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  Brooke
  Traveler•Written July 2025
  I have a group of 3 (possibly 5) I am looking for 2-3 day trips from Tirana and was wondering what private tours you might have or what options I could string together.
- Smart Tour AlbaniaOperator•Written August 2025
  All the tours that we have can be Private. Please let us know the tours that you want the number of people and we can prepare an offer for you :)
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Leanne
Asked on June 1st, 2025
Approximately what time is the pickup and drop-off in Tirana?
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- Smart Tour AlbaniaOperator•Written June 2025
  Pickup is at 9:00 am. Drop off at 16:00
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Steve
Asked on May 23rd, 2025
I would like to know if you have any other tours or hikes near Himare?
Tour Details
- Smart Tour AlbaniaOperator•Written May 2025
  Our tours start from Tirana.
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Olivia
Asked on November 1st, 2024
We only need to know wich location is possible for pick up.
Transport
- Smart Tour AlbaniaOperator•Written November 2024
  The best meeting point for you is: Kisha Katolike Zemra e Krishtit at 9:20 am

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