Albania and Montenegro Tours & Trips

• Active
• Explorer
• Historical

A 9-day route through Albania and Montenegro leads from medieval Kotor's limestone cliffs to Ulcinj's Adriatic beaches. The Bunk'Art bunker museum in Tirana and traditional coffee houses in Gjirokaster showcase local culture. Boat tours to Pigeon's Cave and Crystal Bay complement stays in authentic guesthouses and hotels for approx. $160 per day.

The route winds through UNESCO sites like Berat's 'town of a thousand windows' and Kotor's historic bay. Local specialties await in Njegusi village with traditional ham and cheese tastings. Comfortable 3-4* hotels across Albania and Montenegro serve as bases for tours of Tirana's Skanderbeg Square and Shkodra Lake's shoreline.

A 20-day adventure unfolds from off-roading in Kolašin to the medieval walls of Kotor. The UNESCO-listed Butrint archaeological park and Ali Pasha Castle in Ksamil tell ancient tales. Cultural immersion includes visits to a traditional shepherd's outpost in Tragjas and wine tasting with Albanian polyphonic singing in Gjirokastër.

• In-depth Cultural
• Sightseeing
• Christmas & New Year

This 12-day route showcases Tirana's National Museum and Enver Hoxha's bunker before reaching UNESCO-listed Kotor's medieval walls. Budva's Old Town, Our Lady of the Rocks in Perast, and the luxury island resort of Sveti Stefan highlight coastal charm. Four-star hotels provide comfort with daily breakfast and English-speaking guides.

• In-depth Cultural
• Family

Boutique hotels in historic centers anchor this refined tour through Albania and Montenegro. UNESCO sites like Kotor's medieval walls and Butrint Archaeological Park reveal centuries of history. Wine flows at Alpeta Winery, while Koman Lake offers scenic ferry rides and Tirana's Blloku district serves traditional cuisine.

• Hiking & Trekking

The Albanian Alps open up from Theth to Valbona Valley, with paths through Kosovo's Rugova Canyon and Montenegro's pristine Ropojana Valley. Authentic guesthouses and hotels host travelers while local cuisine shines through 8 included dinners. Total costs around $2,100 for this hiking adventure through traditional Balkan villages.

• Hiking & Trekking
• Family
• Mountain Hikes

A 10-day trek scales iconic peaks like Talijanka and Mount Arapi across Albania and Montenegro. Traditional guesthouses and shepherd huts provide authentic lodging and meals. The Blue Eye of Theth and the challenging 1050m ascent to Valbona Pass mark memorable milestones.

• Hiking & Trekking
• Mountain Hikes

A 12-day adventure combines the Koman Lake ferry ride, Valbona National Park's beech forests, and Theth's historic tower houses. Authentic guesthouses and shepherd huts welcome hikers crossing three borders on foot, featuring summits like Mt. Trekufiri (2,366m) and the emerald Liqenat lakes.

• Bicycle
• Family

Mountains and coastline blend on this 8-day cycling route from Zabljak's Black Lake to the Bay of Kotor. Montenegro's Durmitor National Park, Albania's mountain villages, and Croatia's coastal roads provide diverse scenery. Charming local hotels offer rest stops while Lake Skadar's wineyards provide tastings.

• In-depth Cultural
• Christmas & New Year

UNESCO heritage sites anchor this tour, from Kotor's Old Town to Butrint Archaeological Park. Medieval fortresses in Shkoder and coastal Budva charm visitors, with 3-star hotels throughout. Small groups of 5+ ensure personal attention at landmarks like Ostrog Monastery and Perast's maritime sites.