What is the typical length of multi-day tours starting in Tirana?

Tours departing from Tirana range from quick 2-day excursions to extensive 10-day explorations. Most travelers opt for 3-4 day itineraries that focus on the Albanian Alps or coastal areas. The "Full Albanian Experience" spans 10 days taking visitors through key destinations like Berat Castle Shkoder and the Albanian Riviera. Shorter options such as the 3-day UNESCO Heritage Sites tour concentrate on specific cultural regions. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The mountains of Theth are the most beautiful mountains I have ever seen such nature is to be admired."

What are the common starting points for tours within Tirana?

Tour operators collect guests from central points including Skanderbeg Square Mother Teresa Square and the bustling Blloku district. Many offer free pickup service from established properties like Hotel Iliria and Hotel Valza. Day one usually features stops at the Et'hem Bey Mosque Clock Tower and BunkArt museum before departing the city. As mentioned by a TourRadar traveler: "Our guide was most helpful in answering every question and picking us up right on time from our hotel in central Tirana."

What's the best season to start a tour from Tirana?

The main tourist season runs April through October with July and August drawing the largest crowds. Spring and fall present ideal conditions for hiking especially in areas like Theth National Park. Winter tours continue to operate though some mountain routes become inaccessible due to snow. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned: "We had perfect weather in September for our coastal tour starting from Tirana not too hot and still great for swimming."

How long is the typical travel time from Tirana to major attractions?

The drive to Kruje takes about 1.5 hours while Berat requires 2.5 hours on the road. Reaching Saranda involves a 4-hour journey and Theth Village sits 3 hours from the capital. Trips to the Albanian Riviera typically take 4-5 hours with rest stops included. As reviewed by a TourRadar traveler: "The drive times were well planned with interesting stops and beautiful viewpoints along the route."

What are the most popular destinations included in tours from Tirana?

Tours frequently visit the UNESCO heritage cities of Berat and Gjirokastra along with the dramatic landscapes of Theth National Park and Valbona Valley. Coastal stops often include Saranda and Durres while the ancient ruins of Butrint and the Blue Eye spring draw steady crowds. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The variety was incredible - from historic UNESCO towns to pristine alpine hikes and beautiful beaches along the Albanian Riviera."

What unique cultural experiences can I expect in the first days of tours starting in Tirana?

Early tour activities often center around the BunkArt museum housed in a former nuclear bunker the National History Museum and local markets like Çam bazaar. Visitors can explore traditional coffee culture try fresh byrek pastries and discover both the historic center and modern Blloku area. As one TourRadar traveler noted "our walking food tour through Tirana with Markel was very fun seeing how locals live in areas off the tourist track."

Albania Tours from Tirana

Find your perfect adventure! We have 211 tours of Albania that start in Tirana, Albania. The most popular month is September, and tour lengths range between 1 and 21 days.

10 best Albania tour packages from Tirana

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Southern Albania: Culture and nature adventure
5.0 (4 traveler reviews)
"Amazing tour to see off the beaten paths of Albania. Hotel choices and transportation were very comfortable."
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Tirana, Karavasta, Berat, Apollonia Archaeological Park,Vlore,Llogara National Park,Saranda,Butrint National Park,Gjirokastra,Nivicë,Benje,Permet,Voskopoje,Korca,Pogradec+11 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Operated in
English
Operator
SEE Trips
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From $1,392
US$1,114per person
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Explorer
Albania Uncovered: A 5-Day Journey from North to South
5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"Wonderful way to discover the history, sights and food of Albania."
seunghee, traveled in October
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Tirana, Krujë, Shkoder, Durres, Berat, Gjirokastra, Ksamil,Saranda,Llogara National Park,Himara,Vlore,Karavasta+5 more
Age Range
Ages 20+
Operated in
English, Italian,French+1 more
Operator
Enjoy Travel and Tours
20% Off
From $812
US$650per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
Best of Albania Explorer 8 days Tour
4.7 (3 traveler reviews)
"The tour was excellent, and the guide shared a wealth of knowledge."
Des, traveled in October
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Tirana, Krujë, Lezha, Shkoder, Durres, Berat, Ardenice,Apollonia Archaeological Park,Vlore,Himara,Saranda,Ksamil,Butrint,Gjirokastra+7 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Albania Explorer DMC
20% Off
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US$937per person
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Explorer
5 Days Private Tour Albanian Country Side UNESCO Lake and old Towns
5.0 (4 traveler reviews)
"I saw a lot of Albania in the 5 days, cities, lakes, mountains, castles, thermal springs and UNESCO-sites."
Dr., traveled in May
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Tirana, Elbasan, Voskopoje, Korca, Permet, Gjirokastra,Saranda,Ksamil,Berat+3 more
Age Range
Ages 27+
Operated in
English
Operator
Enjoy Travel and Tours
20% Off
From $1,102
US$882per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Tailormade 8-day South Albania and Ohrid Self-Drive - Flexible Itinerary
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"There was a lot of flexibility where to go taking into account that there were so many things to see. The quality of the roads was a pleasant surprise."
Elena, traveled in December
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Tirana, Elbasan, Pogradec, Korca, Erseke, Leskovik, Permet,Gjirokastra,Saranda,Butrint National Park,Himara,Dhermi,Orikum,Vlore,Berat+8 more
Age Range
Ages 21+
Operated in
English
Operator
Drive Albania Tours
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From
US$859per person
Price based on Private Double Room
- Booking needs min. 2 travelers
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Hiking & Trekking
Semi-Private Hiking Tour; Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 3 Days
5.0 (56 traveler reviews)
"Amazing walk over the mountains to Valbone, more very good accommodation, though a little more basic."
David, traveled in June
Duration
3 days
Destinations
Tirana, Shkoder, Theth, Valbona Valley National Park,Koman+1 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Operated in
English
Operator
Choose Balkans
25% Off
From $853
US$640per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Private Albanian Luxury Tour Culture, Coast and Cuisine in 11 Days
4.5 (2 traveler reviews)
"Meals were AMAZING. Accommodations were unique and pretty well selected."
Hannah, traveled in June
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Tirana, Durres, Krujë, Elbasan, Berat, Tepelena, Gjirokastra,Butrint National Park,Ksamil,Saranda,Lukovë,Borsh,Qeparo,Palermo,Himara,Dhermi,Llogara National Park,Vlore,Apollonia Archaeological Park,Karavasta+13 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Spanish+2 more
Operator
InAlb TPP Shpk
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US$4,293per person
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Hiking & Trekking
Semi – Private Hiking Tour of Theth & Blue Eye in 2 Days
5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"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
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Choose Balkans
25% Off
From $455
US$341per person
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Explorer
Albania in 14 Days, The Perfect Mix of Adventure and Relaxation
4.6 (9 traveler reviews)
"The private transfers made traveling stress free and the guides were fantastic. My favorite part was exploring Berat at sunset and ksamil island hopping, absolutely magical."
Olivia, traveled in August
Duration
14 days
Destinations
Tirana, Krujë, Shkoder, Koman,Valbona Valley National Park,Theth,Berat,Vlore,Tepelena,Gjirokastra,Permet,Benje,Butrint National Park,Saranda,Ksamil,Lukovë,Borsh,Qeparo,Himara,Dhermi,Llogara National Park+17 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Operated in
English
Operator
InAlb TPP Shpk
25% Off
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US$2,088per person
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Hiking & Trekking
Semi-Private Tour; Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 4 Days
4.9 (12 traveler reviews)
"The trip was perfectly organized, the accommodations great, the food fantastic, especially all the Albanian traditional food we had."
Sebastian, traveled in September
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Tirana, Theth, Valbona Valley National Park, Koman
Age Range
Ages 12+
Operated in
English
Operator
Choose Balkans
25% Off
From $1,137
US$853per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Pearls of Albania; Semi - Private Tour with Dedicated Tour Leader & Car
4.9 (59 traveler reviews)
"This tour exceeded all expectations, and we learnt so much about the country and its history."
Deborah, traveled in June
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Tirana, Shkoder, Theth, Berat, Gjirokastra,Butrint National Park,Ksamil,Himara,Dhermi,Vlore,Durres+6 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Choose Balkans
25% Off
From $2,843
US$2,132per person
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Solo Traveler Tour in Albania 11 days
4.8 (6 traveler reviews)
"I really enjoyed every place we were and every activity. Well done."
Linnea, traveled in July
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Tirana, Berat, Gjirokastra, Benje, Permet,Butrint National Park,Saranda,Lukovë,Palermo,Himara,Dhermi,Llogara National Park,Vlore+8 more
Age Range
Ages 26-48
Operated in
English
Operator
InAlb TPP Shpk
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US$1,740per person
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$Walking Albania\'s Coastal Trails Tour$
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Hiking & Trekking
Walking Albania's Coastal Trails
4.0 (1 traveler review)
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Tirana, Vlore, Llogara National Park, Himara, Lukovë, Borsh,Qeparo,Palermo,Tepelena+3 more
Age Range
Ages 16+
Operated in
English
Operator
Explore!
20% Off
From $1,780
US$1,420per person
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In-depth Cultural
Albanian Riviera; Semi – Private Tour with Dedicated Tour Leader & Car
5.0 (11 traveler reviews)
"It was an absolute seamless experience. They have curated drivers to fit the needs of the passengers."
Dino, traveled in August
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Tirana, Saranda, Ksamil, Himara, Dhermi
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Choose Balkans
25% Off
From $2,133
US$1,599per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Highlights of Albania
4.1 (5 traveler reviews)
"The weather through the ten days was superb - there was one shower of rain, if you blinked you missed it. Food was very good and instances of poor health was minimal."
Roger, traveled in October
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Tirana, Pogradec, Voskopoje, Erseke, Benje, Permet, Dhoksat,Gjirokastra,Butrint National Park,Saranda,Dhermi,Vlore,Apollonia Archaeological Park,Ardenice,Berat,Durres,Krujë+10 more
Age Range
Ages 16+
Operated in
English
Operator
Exodus Adventure Travels
20% Off
From $2,248
US$1,800per person
Price based on Shared Room
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