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7-Day Albanian Highlights Private Tour | From South to North

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Tirana

    Tirana
    Start point
    Tiranë, Durrës, Albania (Flexible pick up point )
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Entrance fee to Bunk'Art 2
    • Guided walking tour of Tirana
    • Visit to Skanderbeg Square
    • Visit to New Market square
    • Visit to Orthodox Autocephalous Church of Albania
    Landmarks
    Bunk'Art 2
    Skanderbeg Square
    New Market Square (Pazari I Ri)
    Orthodox Autocephalous Church of Albania
  3. Day 2

    Tirana - Kruje - Shkoder

    Tirana - Kruje - Shkoder
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Entrance fee to Kruje Museum
    • Walk through the Old Bazaar of Kruje
    • Guided walking tour along Pjaca in Shkoder
    • Entrance fee to Rozafa Castle
    Landmarks
    Skanderbeg Castle
    Kruje Museum
    Old Bazaar of Kruje
    Pjaca
    Rozafa Castle
  4. Day 3

    Shkoder - Berat

    Shkoder - Berat
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Berat Castle
    • Taste Turkish café and Gliko in a traditional local house
    • Walk through Berat's old town
    • Walk across the New Bridge
    • Views of Mangalem and Gorica UNESCO quarters

    Optional Activities

    • Wine Tasting in Berat — €25 per person
    Landmarks
    Berat Castle
    Mangalem Quarter
    Gorica Quarter
    New Bridge (Berat)
  5. Day 4

    Berat - Apollonia - Gjirokaster

    Berat - Apollonia - Gjirokaster
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Apollonia Monastery and Church of St. Mary
    • Visit to Apollonia Archaeological Museum
    • Entrance fee to Gjirokaster Castle
    • Guided tour of Gjirokaster Castle
    • Walk through Gjirokaster Bazaar
    Landmarks
    Apollonia
    Apollonia Monastery
    Church of St. Mary (Apollonia)
    Apollonia Archaeological Museum
    Gjirokaster Castle
    Gjirokaster Bazaar
  6. Day 5

    Gjirokaster - Butrint - Ksamil - Sarande

    Gjirokaster - Butrint - Ksamil - Sarande
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Entrance fee to Butrint
    • Guided tour of Butrint National Park
    • Visit to Ksamil Islands

    Optional Activities

    • Boat Trip in Butrint — €25 per person
    Landmarks
    Butrint
    Butrint National Park
    Ksamil Islands
    Sarande
  7. Day 6

    Sarande - Albanian Riviera - Vlore

    Sarande - Albanian Riviera - Vlore
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Entrance fee to Porto Palermo Castle
    • Swimming at the beach near Porto Palermo Castle
    • Visit to Dhermi Old Village
    Landmarks
    Porto Palermo Castle
    Dhermi Old Village
  8. Day 7

    Vlore - Zvernec - Karavasta Lagoon - Tirana

    Vlore - Zvernec - Karavasta Lagoon - Tirana
    End point
    Tiranë, Durrës, Albania (Flexible Drop off point )
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Zvernec Island
    • Visit to Byzantine Monastery of St. Mary at Zvernec
    • Entrance fee to Ardenica Monastery
    • Entrance fee to Divjaka Park
    • Visit to Karavasta Lagoon tower

    Optional Activities

    • Boat trip in Karavasta Lagoon (subject to availability, not always possible)
    Landmarks
    Zvernec Island
    Byzantine Monastery of St. Mary (Zvernec)
    Karavasta Lagoon
    Ardenica Monastery
    Divjaka Park

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4.9
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  • Itinerary
    4.7
  • Transport
    4.8
  • Guide
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
    4.7
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  • Richard5.0•October 2026
    Our tour of Albania was superb. The comprehensive itinerary covered historical sites, cultural highlights, and...
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    Traveled in October 2026
  • Noel5.0•October 2026
    Our trip 7day Albania Highlights private tour was fabulous!! Our guide Randy was amazing. We were 4 in a very large...
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    Traveled in October 2026
  • Clifford5.0•September 2026
    The tour on the whole was excellent,with all the best hotels.We hv travelled to more than half the world wt Cosmos...
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    Traveled in September 2026
    Reply from: Visit Albania
    Hello Clifford I hope you are well. Thank you very much for your review. It is a real pleasure for us to hear that you had a good time. Thank you as well for being such a flexible guest. We wish you and your family all the best and hope to see you again. Best regards Isuf
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  • Brian
    Brian5.0•September 2025
    We absolutely loved our tour of Albania. Our guide Albi was so attentive and flexible with our days. This tour...
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    Traveled in September 2025
  • Kathryn
    Kathryn5.0•June 2025
    Very enjoyable. Tour guide Randi was excellent.
    Traveled in June 2025
  • Kathryn5.0•November 2023
    Zeni made this trip into the history, culture and cuisine of Albania unbelievably precious. He gave us a gift that we...
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    Traveled in November 2023
  • Ann5.0•October 2023
    Having Zeni as our personal guide for the tour was a huge bonus. His command of English was exemplary and his...
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    Traveled in October 2023
  • Kay
    Kay5.0•September 2023
    I found the company on the Internet. I always organize personalized trips for us using a driver/guide. In discussions...
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    Traveled in May 2020
    Reply from: Visit Albania
    Hello! ???? We are delighted to hear about your fantastic experience with Visit Albania! It's wonderful to know that our personalized trip, crafted with the assistance of Isuf, met and exceeded your expectations. We're thrilled that the schedule adjustments and focus on the history and culture of Albania resonated with your interests. The choice of funky hotels and the delightful local restaurants were curated to add that extra special touch to your journey. We appreciate your kind words and are pleased to have been a part of creating a memorable experience for you. If your future travels lead you back to Albania or if you're seeking personalized trips in other destinations, we would be honored to assist you once again. Thank you for choosing Visit Albania, and we wish you many more incredible adventures ahead! ????✨
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  • Onaso5.0•September 2023
    The standard of food on the whole trip was excellent. Not only was there plenty of it but it was all extremely fresh...
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    Traveled in April 2023
  • Lynn3.0•June 2023
    We seemed to skip over things like extras, no wine tasting or boat trip even though it was an optional extra. Too...
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    Traveled in June 2023
    Reply from: Visit Albania
    Dear I hope this message finds you well. I would like to express my sincere gratitude for taking the time to provide a review of our recent trip. Your feedback is invaluable to us. At our company, we strive to meet our clients' needs and exceed their expectations. We understand that additional services are often desired, and I assure you that our guide is more than happy to accommodate any requests you may have. You didn't ask for one of these extra services so we where going to add this extra on the trip. We pride ourselves on being flexible and adaptable to ensure your utmost satisfaction. Regarding the accommodation, we had specifically arranged for lodging in advance, as communicated to you beforehand. It is important to note that all the accommodations we utilize boast a 4-star rating and have received consistently high ratings of over 9.5 on various reputable websites. Furthermore, the locations of these accommodations are conveniently situated within a mere 5-minute walking distance from the city centers. Once again, thank you for your time and consideration. If there is anything else we can do to address your concerns or assist you in any way, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Best regards,
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    Khalil

    Asked on March 13th, 2025

    Are meals included in the tour?

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    • Visit AlbaniaOperator•Written March 2025

      Meals may not be included and can vary by tour itinerary. Check specific tour details for meal arrangements.

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    Livia

    Asked on February 26th, 2025

    What is the confirmation process for the booking?

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    • Visit AlbaniaOperator•Written February 2025

      Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a travel voucher with details about the itinerary and accommodations.

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    Asked on February 19th, 2025

    Can we arrange pickup from our hotel?

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    • Visit AlbaniaOperator•Written February 2025

      You should provide your accommodation details so the tour guide can arrange the pickup from your location.

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    April

    Asked on December 22nd, 2024

    Will the tour accommodate older travelers?

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    • Visit AlbaniaOperator•Written December 2024

      The tour is accessible for all ages. We can make exceptions for older travelers based on health and well-being.

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    Katrin

    Asked on December 1st, 2024

    What is the price for two adults sharing a twin room?

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    • Visit AlbaniaOperator•Written December 2024

      If both adults share a room, the price will not increase. Booking a twin room is usually more economical than booking separate rooms.

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    • Visit AlbaniaOperator•Written October 2024

      Tours usually start at around 9:30 a.m., with pickup arranged from accommodation for your convenience.

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    Henriette

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    When will I receive details of my accommodation?

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      Details about your accommodation will be sent shortly after confirmation of your booking.

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    Florian

    Asked on February 1st, 2024

    Is accommodation included in the tour price?

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    • Visit AlbaniaOperator•Written February 2024

      Accommodation is provided at an additional cost of approximately 65 euros per night. Please confirm before booking.

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    Magali

    Asked on January 22nd, 2024

    What if I have a different group size?

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    • Visit AlbaniaOperator•Written January 2024

      We can accommodate private groups or adjust according to your needs. Just let us know your party size.

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    Denise

    Asked on December 2nd, 2023

    Are there limits on group departures?

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    • Visit AlbaniaOperator•Written December 2023

      Departure availability may be limited, especially during peak seasons. Check with us for the latest for your desired dates.

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