All inclusive 8 Days Albania Highlights - Fully guided Small Group (North & South)

Your journey begins in Tirana, then drifts gently toward the quiet embrace of Bovilla Lake, where emerald waters mirror towering cliffs and the breeze carries the scent of untouched nature. It is a peaceful opening — a moment where travelers understand Albania’s beauty without a single word spoken.

Next awaits Kruja, rising proudly on its mountain ridge. Inside the Skanderbeg Museum, history feels alive, while the Old Bazaar invites you with colorful carpets, handmade treasures, and the warm smiles of artisans.

By afternoon, you reach Shkodra, a cultural city shaped by legends, lakes, and centuries of stories.

Today the road leads to the Albanian Alps, where the mountains of Theth rise like guardians of an ancient world.

In Theth National Park, the air feels fresher, the silence deeper, and the scenery more dramatic — stone houses, green valleys, wildflowers, and crystal springs.

It is a day of reconnecting with nature, of slowing down, of breathing fully.

Return to Shkodra as the evening sky softens.

Begin the day at Rozafa Castle, standing noble above the joining of three rivers. Legends whisper through its stones, and the view stretches across fields, water, and sky.

Continue to Shiroka, a lakeside village where the calm surface of the water gives you a moment of quiet reflection.

For lunch, experience Mrizi i Zanave, Albania’s most beloved agritourism farm — a place where tradition meets creativity. Here every flavor is meaningful: vegetables grown meters away, cheese aged in old stone rooms, herbs picked at sunrise. It is more than a meal; it is a celebration of Albanian earth and craftsmanship.

In the afternoon, continue to Berat, the UNESCO city where windows shine in the sun like small lanterns on the mountainside.

Wander Berat’s charming quarters, where white houses climb the hills and narrow paths lead to hidden courtyards and peaceful views.

Then travel south to Gjirokastra, the “Stone City,” where history is carved into slate rooftops and steep cobblestone streets.

Explore the mighty Gjirokastra Castle, stroll the Old Bazaar, and step into the elegant Zekate House, whose interior feels like stepping into another century — wooden ceilings, carved balconies, and stories in every corner.

Overnight in the city’s timeless embrace.

Your path leads to the enchanting Blue Eye, a natural spring where the water glows in impossible shades of sapphire and turquoise. It is a place where light and water dance together.

Arrive in Saranda, a town kissed by the Ionian Sea.

As the golden hour approaches, climb to Lëkursi Castle. From the hilltop, the entire bay opens like a watercolor painting — blues, pinks, and gold melting into each other as the sun goes down.

Saranda

Discover Butrint National Park, where nature and ancient ruins blend in harmonious silence. Here, every stone tells a story — Greek temples, Roman theaters, Venetian towers — all surrounded by shimmering waters and soft forest light.

Later, relax in Ksamil, where the beaches glow white and the sea shines in bright turquoise shades. It is a Mediterranean paradise, simple and unforgettable.

Return to Saranda for the evening.

Follow the winding road of the Albanian Riviera, where mountains lean toward the sea and the horizon stretches endlessly.

Stop in Himara, a peaceful coastal gem, and continue to Dhermi, famous for its luminous waters and sun-washed cliffs.

The journey ends in Vlorë, a city shaped by history, seafront boulevards, and the meeting point of two seas.

In the morning, immerse yourself in the gentle world of Karavasta Lagoon, where quiet waters and green wetlands create a sanctuary for rare birds — especially the proud Dalmatian Pelican. A boat trip through this peaceful landscape brings a sense of calm and connection.

Return to Tirana and end your adventure with a walking tour through its colorful streets, artistic corners, and lively squares — the perfect closing note to a journey filled with history, nature, and light.