You’ve seen the golden beaches and turquoise seas, but trust—this hits different. Think cable car rides and vintage vibes in Tirana, insane beaches, vineyard dinners, and low-key cultural gems on the Albanian Riviera. Then wrap it up with next-level hiking in Valbonë. It’s 8 days of non-stop adventure in Albania’s underrated paradise. Let’s get it!
Includes
8 Day Contiki Guided Holiday
7 Nights in Hotels
7 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
Coach
Experienced Trip Manager and Local Guides
Optional free time add on experiences (additional costs apply)
Included Experiences
Hike in Valbonë National Park: Lace up your boots! We've got 3 hours of hiking and endless breathtaking views in this national park. Expect jaw-dropping natural beauty & plenty of spots for your photo ops.
Ride a Cable Car to the Dajti Summit: Buckle up! We're soaring in a cable car at 1050m. We'll explore the Enver Hoxha path (or 'the Promenade' as known locally) once we're at the summit - accompanied by breathtaking views of Tirana and its surroundings.
Relax & Recharge on Sun-kissed Beaches: It's a free beach day! Spend it away relaxing on the golden beaches. Take a dip in the sparkling sea. The local beach clubs here will defo pique your interest too...
Savor an Organic Dinner with Gorgeous views and much more!
Excludes
Flights
Arrival/ departure transfers
Visas
Travel Insurance
Spending money and items of a personal nature
Extras
You have to be between the age of 18 and 35 years old to travel with Contiki
Additional costs apply for optional free time add on experiences
Secure your spot today with a deposit from as low as R1000* and pay the rest 60 days before departure
Highlights
7 Nights in Hotels
10 Meals
Included experiences and sightseeing
Itinerary
Day 1: Tirana
You ready? Welcome to Tirana! Tonight, you’ll have the chance to chat & eat with your brand new crew over a welcome dinner at a charming local restaurant.
Accommodation: Tirana International Hotel & Conference Center (or similar)
Included Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Tirana
Sun’s out, buns out. (No really, go get your breakfast…). Today’s all about epic views, history & some more epic views. First, we’ll take the cable car up to Dajti Mountain where jaw-dropping views of the city await us. Then, we’ll head back down where a local guide will show us around the city’s historical buildings - where you’ll get to try local olive oil. The rest of the day is all yours. And luckily, there’s plenty of stuff here to keep you entertained.
Accommodation: Tirana International Hotel & Conference Center (or similar)
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 3: Tirana > Mostar
Tirana
Time to turn up the dial… coz we’re seeing the Albanian Riviera today! After breakfast, we’ll say goodbye to Tirana and hop onto our coach for a short drive to our next stop.
Vlorë
Turquoise waters, golden sand - that's how you know we’re in a coastal wonderland. You can choose to spend all day unwinding on the stunning beaches. Or take a boat tour to the National Marine Park with views of rugged coastlines & lush green hills. For dinner, maybe you’d like to join us at a traditional, family-owned restaurant (inside a literal vineyard) for a wholesome dine & wine experience.
Accommodation: Hotel Partner (or similar)
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Vlorë > Himarë > Porto Palermo Bay > Vlorë
Vlorë
Wakey wakey, we’ve got some more beach destinations to tick off today.
Himarë
No, you’re not in the Maldives. This is the Albanian Riviera! You’ve got some time today to check out the beaches and streets of this beautiful hidden gem. Then, we’ll make our way to a stunning little bay.
Porto Palermo Bay
There’s a castle. There’s a sparkling blue bay. And there’s some time for you to explore ‘em. Then, on our way back to Vlorë - we’ll stop by to witness a unique performance of traditional Albanian singing.
Vlorë
With our bodies all travel-tired, there’s only one thing on our minds: dinner. So we’ll walk about town and grab food. Next thing on the agenda? A good night’s sleep.
Accommodation: Hotel Partner (or similar)
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Vlorë > Fishtë > Shkodër
Vlorë
This morning is all about recharging & relaxing by the sandy beach. After lunch, we’ll drive to another shiny new destination.
Fishtë
Sprawling fields, rolling hills and tranquil panoramas - that’s how you’ll be greeted at Fishtë. This evening, we'll gorge on a delicious, homegrown dinner (with glorious vineyard views as the backdrop). Ahh, life’s good. Isn’t it?
Shkodër
Equipped with a new sense of serenity, tonight we’ll rest in a wonderful traditional hotel here.
Accommodation: Hotel Tradita (or similar)
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6: Shkodër > Koman > Valbonë
Shkodër
Rise & shine travellers, we’ve got a long day ahead of us. Fill up on breakfast at the hotel and let’s get started…
Koman
It’s ferry time! You’ll cruise along the breathtaking valleys and hills surrounding Lake Komani towards Feirya. Then, a short drive later, we’ll have arrived at Valbonë.
Valbonë
If the boat cruise has impressed you already, just wait till you see what's next. After a short break at our guesthouse, we'll head off for an afternoon of hiking in Valbonë National Park - passing by tranquil rivers, jaw-dropping valleys and rocky cliffs along the way. Then, we’ll finish it all off with a hearty dinner back in our guesthouse.
Accommodation: Hotel Margjeka (or similar)
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7: Valbonë > Prizren > Tirana
Valbonë
Wave goodbye to the mountains. A different adventure awaits us today. That’s right, this morning we’re going to Kosovo!
Prizren
This beautiful old town is studded with restaurants that are perfect if you wanna try the local cuisine. Then you’ve got some time to explore the cobblestone streets here, before we continue onto Tirana.
Tirana
Tirana, did ya miss us? You'll have the option to grab your pals and head to a restaurant in the city to enjoy some local eats (It's our last evening together sadly). Then, it’s back to the hotel for a well deserved snooze.
Accommodation: Tirana International Hotel & Conference Center (or similar)
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 8: Tirana
Tirana
Oh, what a treat it has been… 8 days of beautiful beaches, perfect peaks and undisturbed exploration. Grab your final breakfast here. And grab your friends’ socials too. The only thing left to do now is plan your next trip together!
Included Meals: Breakfast
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