Is this a private tour or with a group? Also, details of the hotels are not mentioned, is it possible to know to get an idea?

We can organize it as a group tour and as a private tour. Just let us know what suits best for you!

is the departure of 5th october guaranteed once we book or can still be cancelled? can we have italian speaking guide guaranteed in the trip? and are entrances to sites/museums incuded in the fare or do we need to pay ourselves for each entrance?

The departure will be October 5th. Yes the departure Is confirmed. Yes you can have Italian speaking guide if you confirm in Advance so we can add him in that date. Only few main and important ones, the other specific museums are not, since that matters from the guests. If you visit all the hotels in these destinations the max you will spend will be around 50€.

we are two adults who require our own rooms how much would this tour cost us please?

We can organize the tour for you with 2 private rooms with bathrooms for all nights for a price of 1190euro per person. You can continue booking directly in the website and no extra fee will be added in the price.

Can you pick me up there. If so, what time on Nov. 4?

Yes we can pick you up at your hotel. The details will be sent to you one day before the tour takes place.

Is it possible to leave the tour on the last day before returning to Tirana?

We can drop you off in Saranda, there is no problem.

Do I understand correctly that if we are flying into Albania from Italy we would need to arrive the night before (ie Day 0) to make the Day 1 pickup? Similarly we would either need to fly out evening of Day 7 or book an overnight hotel to fly out Day 8. If above is correct any hotel suggestions to accommodate pickup? Can you advise cost if this were just wife/self?

Starting time can be arranged even at starting day, that means even if you fly in the morning we can pick you up directly from the airport. (Of-Course not later than 12:00) For the last day you can fly in the evening of the last day too. You can choose your pickup Location Between: Any Hotel near Airport or in Tirana City, no extra charge for pick up service. The price will not change even if you are only 2 persons, you and Wife.

I wonder what is an option for accommodation in the national park -day 2?

In Thethi we usually collaborate with some of the best GuestHouses in the center of the valley. All of them have private room, with bathroom and breakfast included.

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One Unforgettable Week in Albania: Shala River, Komani Lake, Shkoder, Theth, Kruja, Tirana, Berat, Gjirokaster, Saranda, Blue Eye, Butrint

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Tirana to Shala River to Shkoder
Tirana to Shala River to Shkoder
Meals
Breakfast
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Hotel 4*
Included Activities
- Scenic boat journey through Komani Lake
- Swimming and exploring Shala River area
Optional Activities
- Dining at local restaurant
- Partying or enjoying a drink in Shkoder
Landmarks
Komani Lake
Shala River
Day 2
Shkoder to Thethi
Shkoder to Thethi
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic drive with stop at Qafe Thore
- Exploration of Lock Tower
- Exploration of Grunas Canyon and Waterfall
- Village exploration in Thethi
Landmarks
Qafe Thore
Lock Tower
Grunas Canyon and Waterfall
Day 3
Thethi to Kruja to Tirana
Thethi to Kruja to Tirana
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4*
Included Activities
- Visit Thethi Blue Eye natural spring
- Exploration of Kruja Castle
- Museum exploration about Skanderbeg
- Visit to Ethnographic Museum
- Shopping in historic bazaar
- Exploration of Skanderbeg Square
- Visit to National History Museum
Landmarks
Thethi Blue Eye
Kruja Castle
Ethnographic Museum
Kruja Bazaar
Skanderbeg Square
National History Museum
Day 4
Tirana to Berat to Gjirokaster
Tirana to Berat to Gjirokaster
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4*
Included Activities
- Exploration of Berat Castle
- Visit to Onufri Museum
- Stroll through Mangalem district
Landmarks
Berat Castle
Onufri Museum
Mangalem
Day 5
Gjirokaster to Blue Eye to Saranda
Gjirokaster to Blue Eye to Saranda
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4*
Included Activities
- Exploration of Gjirokastra Castle
- Wander through Qafa Pazarit market
- Visit to House of Zekate
- Leisure time at Blue Eye natural spring
Landmarks
Gjirokastra Castle
Qafa Pazarit
House of Zekate
Blue Eye
Day 6
Saranda to Butrint to Ksamil Islands
Saranda to Butrint to Ksamil Islands
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4*
Included Activities
- Exploration of Butrint ancient city and ruins
- Boat excursion to Ksamil Islands
- Swimming and sunbathing at Ksamil Islands
Optional Activities
- Dinner at local restaurant in Saranda
Landmarks
Butrint
Ksamil Islands
Day 7
Saranda to Tepelena to Tirana
Saranda to Tepelena to Tirana
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Tepelena historic sites and landmarks
- Scenic drive along Vjosa River
Optional Activities
- Morning relaxation on Saranda beaches
- Exploring Saranda town
Landmarks
Vjosa River
Tepelena

Landmarks
Komani Lake
Shala River

Landmarks
Qafe Thore
Lock Tower
Grunas Canyon and Waterfall

Landmarks
Thethi Blue Eye
Kruja Castle
Ethnographic Museum
Kruja Bazaar
Skanderbeg Square
National History Museum

Landmarks
Berat Castle
Onufri Museum
Mangalem

Landmarks
Gjirokastra Castle
Qafa Pazarit
House of Zekate
Blue Eye

Landmarks
Butrint
Ksamil Islands

Landmarks
Vjosa River
Tepelena

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Hotel 4*
Days 1, 3, 4, 5, 6

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Rating: 4.3 (12 reviews)
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4.3

Overall rating based on 1 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
3.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.0
Food
5.0
Tour Operator
4.3

Julia4.3•October 2026
The trip did not start the best way as our italian speaking guide had to cancel last minute for personal reasons, so...
The trip did not start the best way as our italian speaking guide had to cancel last minute for personal reasons, so the agency had to find a new guide last minute, and luckily Kreshnik accepted to step in and take us for the tour. Despite he could not speak Italian, he has been an eccelent guide taking us to very nice spots and restaurants where Albanians go. The itinerary is really nice from very north to very south and allows you see the whole country. We really enjoyed the mountains in the north and Shala river, actually the differentiator of this tour is that it covers Theth national park that the other agencies do not. However some clarification needs to be provided in the description of the tour: the excursions at waterfalls and blue eye are actually hikings, and this must specified as we did not have proper shoes or clothes for it, also my dad is 78 and could not join the hikes….Also, the accomodation at Theth was not a 4 star hotel but a very simple guesthouse, and this should also be indicated. Also the car had terrible smell of diesel, so i advise to provide more modern transport. Other than that, I really enjoyed the trip overall, also appreciated the flexibility of the agency in changing itinerary or plans when needed. So with some small adjustments and clarification in the tour descriprion, I recommend this tour to anyone visiting Albania for the first time!Show more
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Joanna
Asked on September 12th, 2026
Is this a private tour or with a group? Also, details of the hotels are not mentioned, is it possible to know to get an idea?
Accommodation
Group size
Tour Details
- LIT Travel and ToursOperator•Written September 2026
  We can organize it as a group tour and as a private tour. Just let us know what suits best for you!
- J
  Joanna
  Traveler•Written September 2026
  Can you please send me the quote with choice of hotels please?
- LIT Travel and ToursOperator•Written September 2026
  The quote will be 2090Euros per person. Hotel selection is 4 star hotels with breakfasts included. The exact name of the hotels will be confirmed only few days before the tour will start based in the number of group participants.
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Lesley
Asked on August 2nd, 2026
is the departure of 5th october guaranteed once we book or can still be cancelled? can we have italian speaking guide guaranteed in the trip? and are entrances to sites/museums incuded in the fare or do we need to pay ourselves for each entrance?
Operator
Tour Details
- LIT Travel and ToursOperator•Written August 2026
  The departure will be October 5th. Yes the departure Is confirmed. Yes you can have Italian speaking guide if you confirm in Advance so we can add him in that date. Only few main and important ones, the other specific museums are not, since that matters from the guests. If you visit all the hotels in these destinations the max you will spend will be around 50€.
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Oliver
Asked on July 20th, 2026
we are two adults who require our own rooms how much would this tour cost us please?
Accommodation
Group size
Price / Availability
- LIT Travel and ToursOperator•Written July 2026
  We can organize the tour for you with 2 private rooms with bathrooms for all nights for a price of 1190euro per person.
  
  You can continue booking directly in the website and no extra fee will be added in the price.
N
Nick
Asked on September 21st, 2025
Can you pick me up there. If so, what time on Nov. 4?
Tour Details
Transport
- LIT Travel and ToursOperator•Written September 2025
  Yes we can pick you up at your hotel. The details will be sent to you one day before the tour takes place.
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Dan
Asked on April 24th, 2025
Is it possible to leave the tour on the last day before returning to Tirana?
Tour Details
- LIT Travel and ToursOperator•Written April 2025
  We can drop you off in Saranda, there is no problem.
O
Olivia
Asked on April 2nd, 2025
Do I understand correctly that if we are flying into Albania from Italy we would need to arrive the night before (ie Day 0) to make the Day 1 pickup? Similarly we would either need to fly out evening of Day 7 or book an overnight hotel to fly out Day 8. If above is correct any hotel suggestions to accommodate pickup? Can you advise cost if this were just wife/self?
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- LIT Travel and ToursOperator•Written April 2025
  Starting time can be arranged even at starting day, that means even if you fly in the morning we can pick you up directly from the airport. (Of-Course not later than 12:00) For the last day you can fly in the evening of the last day too. You can choose your pickup Location Between: Any Hotel near Airport or in Tirana City, no extra charge for pick up service. The price will not change even if you are only 2 persons, you and Wife.
S
Sabrina
Asked on March 21st, 2025
I wonder what is an option for accommodation in the national park -day 2?
Accommodation
- LIT Travel and ToursOperator•Written March 2025
  In Thethi we usually collaborate with some of the best GuestHouses in the center of the valley. All of them have private room, with bathroom and breakfast included.
- S
  Sabrina
  Traveler•Written March 2025
  I understand that you will be able to pick up us from hotel for trip if booked for 17 -23 of May. Our flight back from Tirana is in evening at 20.45 on 23 of May so I wonder if you can drop us back to the airport after trip.
- LIT Travel and ToursOperator•Written March 2025
  Yes we can pick you up at your stay in Tirana and Drop you off in Airport. Its easily doable.

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