Itinerary
- Day 1
Tirana
You'll land in Tirana and start walking through the city's lively streets with all that colorful architecture and busy squares everywhere. After getting oriented, take the cable car up Dajti Mountain for views across the landscape. The afternoon lets you pick what sounds good: rope courses at the Adventure Park, horseback riding, or archery if you want something different. By evening, sit down for a raki tasting paired with local meze that'll give you a real taste of Albanian food.
- Start point
- Tiranë, Tirana, Albania (Your guide will be waiting for you at the airport exit, holding a sign with your name on it.)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Raki tasting with sommelier-paired meze)
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Explore Tirana's lively streets and landmarks
- Ride Dajti Mountain cable car with outdoor activities access
- Raki tasting with sommelier-paired meze
Optional Activities
- Rope courses at Dajti Mountain Adventure Park
- Horseback riding on Dajti Mountain
- Archery at Dajti Mountain
Landmarks Dajti Mountain 
- Day 2
Tirana to Kruja
Head to Durres early and take a coastal walk at Kepi i Rodonit, then spend time on the sandy shores of Lalzi Bay. You'll do a private wine tasting and boat tour on the vineyard lake with kayaking included, followed by a three-course lunch. In the afternoon, go up to Kruja's hilltop castle and walk through its busy Old Bazaar before heading back to Tirana for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Gourmet three-course lunch)
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit Durres, ancient port city
- Coastal walk at Kepi i Rodonit
- Private wine tasting and vineyard lake boat tour
- Kayaking on vineyard lake
- Gourmet three-course lunch
- Explore Kruja's hilltop castle
- Browse Kruja's Old Bazaar
Landmarks Durres Kepi i Rodonit Lalzi Bay Kruja Castle Kruja Old Bazaar 
- Day 3
Tirana to Berat
Drive through Elbasan on your way to Berat, called the City of a Thousand Windows because of how it looks. You'll wander through Ottoman-era streets, check out the hilltop castle, and see the riverside views. Later, head into the countryside to Rroshnik for a farm-to-table meal at Alpeta with rose elixir and wines. Return to Berat for an evening performance with local music, dance, and traditions.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Gourmet farm-to-table experience at Alpeta with rose elixir and fine wines)
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Explore Elbasan
- Explore Berat's historic quarters and Ottoman-era streets
- Visit Berat's hilltop castle
- Farm-to-table gourmet experience at Alpeta in Rroshnik
- Evening Albanian Night cultural show
Landmarks Elbasan Berat Berat Castle 
- Day 4
Berat to Gjirokastra
On the way to Gjirokastra, you'll stop at the clear Uji i Ftohte spring and see Ali Pasha Castle in Tepelene. In Lazarat, join in on harvesting and making your own medicinal herbal potion while learning about how the community changed over time. End the day in Gjirokastra with dinner and a walk through the cobblestone streets to get a feel for the place.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Gourmet agrotourism dinner)
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit Uji i Ftohte spring
- Visit Ali Pasha Castle in Tepelene
- Herbal potion-making experience in Lazarat with locals
- Farm-to-table gourmet agrotourism dinner
- Explore Gjirokastra's cobblestone streets
Landmarks Uji i Ftohte Spring Ali Pasha Castle Lazarat Gjirokastra 
- Day 5
Gjirokastra to Ksamil
Start with a workshop in Gjirokastra's bazaar, then have traditional coffee with local women and hear their stories. Get to the Blue Eye spring with its turquoise water and grab lunch by the river in Mesopotam. Spend the afternoon exploring ancient Butrint, then finish at Ksamil watching the sunset over the islands from a rooftop terrace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Riverside lunch in Mesopotam)
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Artisan souvenir-making workshop in Gjirokastra's bazaar
- Traditional coffee ritual with local women
- Visit Blue Eye spring
- Riverside lunch in Mesopotam
- Explore ancient city of Butrint
- Sunset experience over Ksamil's islands from rooftop terrace
Landmarks Blue Eye Spring Mesopotam Butrint Ksamil 
- Day 6
Ksamil
You have the full day in Ksamil to do what you want. Swim in the clear turquoise water, sunbathe on the sandy coves, or just relax and look out at the nearby islands from your place right on the coast.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Leisurely beach day in Ksamil
- Swimming in turquoise waters
- Sunbathing on sandy coves
Landmarks Ksamil - Day 7
Saranda to Ksamil
Board a private boat in Saranda and head to secluded beaches, including remote Krorez Beach. You'll swim, sip drinks, and have onboard snacks. Back on shore, climb up to Lekursi Castle as the sun goes down for dinner with views over Saranda and live music playing.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Gourmet dinner at Lekursi Castle with live music)
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Private boat trip to Krorez Beach and secluded beaches
- Onboard snacks and drinks
- Gourmet dinner at Lekursi Castle with live music and panoramic views
Landmarks Krorez Beach Lekursi Castle - Day 8
Albanian Riviera
Travel along the Albanian Riviera stopping through charming villages like Lukova, Borsh, and Qeparo. Check out coastal castles including Porto Palermo, Borsh, and Himara Castles, each with their own history. Settle into Dhermi for the evening with cocktails, seaside food, and a bonfire to warm up by.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Seaside dinner by the fire)
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit Lukova village
- Visit Borsh village
- Visit Qeparo village
- Explore Porto Palermo Castle
- Explore Borsh Castle
- Explore Himara Castle
- Evening cocktails and seaside dining in Dhermi by the fire
Landmarks Lukova Borsh Qeparo Porto Palermo Castle Borsh Castle Himara Castle Dhermi 
- Day 9
Dhermi to Vlora
Drive through Llogara National Park's pine-covered slopes up to the viewpoint, then head down to Vlora's historic center. See landmarks connected to Albanian independence and take a slow walk along the Lungomare seafront promenade in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Scenic drive through Llogara National Park
- Visit Llogara viewpoint
- Explore Vlora's old town and monuments
- Evening walk on Lungomare promenade
Landmarks Llogara National Park Vlora - Day 10
Vlora to Tirana
Visit a peaceful monastery first, then check out the ancient ruins of Apollonia, which was once a big learning center in Illyria. Continue to the wetlands at Karavasta Lagoon, then return to Tirana for a final meal and an Albanian Night show to close out your trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Degustation dinner with Albanian Night show)
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Monastery visit
- Explore Apollonia archaeological park
- Discover Karavasta Lagoon
- Degustation dinner and Albanian Night show in Tirana
Landmarks Apollonia Karavasta Lagoon 
- Day 11
Tirana
Your last morning in Tirana is yours to use however you'd like. Browse shops for souvenirs, sit at a café for espresso, or take one more walk through the city before your private transfer takes you to the airport.
- End point
- Tiranë, Tirana, Albania (You will be escorted by your guide to the airport entrance.)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Last-minute shopping or café time in Tirana
- Private transfer to Tirana Airport
