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Experience parts of North Macedonia and Kosovo from Tirana with ease on this two-day private tour. Customize the itinerary to suit your particular interests. Depart from your Tirana accommodation in an air-conditioned vehicle and make your way to Ohrid, Skopje, Prishtina, and Prizren hassle-free. Relax in provided accommodation in Skopje.

Escape the hustle of the city and spend a peaceful day discovering some of Albania’s most beautiful and culturally rich destinations. We begin our journey heading south toward the stunning coast of Vlora. Along the way, we stop for a delicious local treat—traditional Albanian byrek . It’s the perfect roadside snack to fuel the adventure ahead. Our first stop is the breathtaking Narta Lagoon, a peaceful paradise where you can spot flamingos and admire the tranquil landscape. We’ll then cross a wooden bridge to visit Zvernec Monastery, a centuries-old Orthodox site nestled on a small island surrounded by pine trees. The journey continues to the ancient city of Apollonia, dating back 6th century BC. Explore temples, theatres, and the beautifully preserved monastery-turned-museum, all set against a backdrop of rolling hills and olive groves. This tour blends nature, history, and local flavors, perfect for travelers who want to experience the authentic soul of Albania .

A mix of history, culture, and in-depth exploration of Albania’s communist past, this private tour provides a comprehensive overview of Tirana, especially for first-time visitors. Visit the National Theater of Opera and Ballet, National History Museum, House of Leaves, the Enver Hoxha Pyramid, the Clock Tower of Tirana, and several other notable landmarks. Enjoy a sampling of rakia, a strong Albanian alcoholic beverage, plus coffee, tea, and hotel pickup included.

Be amazed by the mesmerizing blue waters of Ksamil and Blue eye and enjoy a city tour around Saranda all in one day.

See three cities near Tirana with ease on this full-day group tour. Depart from your hotel with hassle-free pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle and travel to Kruja and Durres during the day. Learn about the history and culture of each city from your guide and visit Kruja Castle and other notable places.

Less than two hours’ north of Tirana, Shkoder is known for its stunning natural setting, surrounded by the lakes and valleys of the Albanian Alps. On this tour, visit landmarks including Rozafa Castle, Shkodër Cathedral, and the Leaden Mosque; shop for souvenirs at the local bazaar, and tuck into a traditional Albanian lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant.

Discover the flavors of Albania on a small-group wine tour from Tirana. Visit one of the country’s finest wineries and soak up the tranquil vineyard setting as you learn about local winemaking traditions. Enjoy a guided tasting of three distinctive Albanian wines, perfectly paired with a selection of local snacks for a relaxed and flavorful day out.

Meet your host and head to a local market to gather ingredients, then enjoy a private cooking lesson where you’ll learn to prepare three traditional Albanian dishes. Taste several appetizers and beverages and learn about Albanian cuisine and culinary traditions. This is a good tour for foodies and travelers who enjoy meeting new people.

Experience the wines of Berat with ease on this small-group tour. Depart from your Berat hotel in a private vehicle and make your way to a nearby winery. In the company of a guide, learn about winemaking in Albania and the history of this vineyard, and sample three local wines paired with food.

Explore the city of Kruja with ease from Durres on this private half-day tour. Depart from Durres in a private vehicle and make your way to Kruja,. In the company of a guide, learn about the history and culture of Kruja. Enjoy personalized attention and customize your itinerary to suit your interests.

UNESCO-protected Berat and Apollonia are within day-trip reach of Tirana, but visiting them independently means finding your own way around and perhaps overlooking some of their history. This tour gets you to both sites in comfort and lets you explore them with a guide who’ll share detail and stories you may otherwise miss. Roam Berat’s castle and old quarters, learn why it’s called the "Town of 1001 Windows", and explore Apollonia’s ruins before watching the sunset cast them in gold.

Visit the splendours of Montenegrin Riviera: Sveti Stefan, Budva and Kotor in one day from Tirana, Albania

Experience the highlights of Tirana’s history and culture on foot on this half-day group walking tour. In the company of your guide, learn about Tirana’s history and visit some of its most notable sites, including Skanderbeg Square, Blloku, Ethem Bey Mosque, and more. Enjoy included entry to the National Historical Museum.

Get to know Tirana’s history and beauty on this group tour. Travel in the company of your driver-guide in an air-conditioned vehicle to Bunkart 1, a museum housed in a former Commuist-era bunker. Ride in a cable car up to the top of Mount Dajti and admire the views of the city.

Explore the rich winemaking heritage of Albania when you book this full-day tour from Berat. Visit two carefully chosen wineries, where families share their traditions and guide you through the wine production process. Indulge in tastings of local wines and traditional Albanian raki, complemented by local snacks. Conclude with a delicious lunch or dinner at a local restaurant (own expense).

Visit Shkodra and Kruja in a day with ease on this private tour from Tirana. Depart from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle and head to Kruja and Shkodra. Learn about the history of the areas from your guide and enjoy a customizable experience as you explore at your own pace.

Get to know the UNESCO-designated city of Berat and the ruins of Apollonia on this full-day private tour. Depart from your accommodation in Tirana or Durres in an air-conditioned vehicle and make your way to Berat. Learn about the area’s history from your driver-guide and take time to explore at your own pace.

Experience local vineyards and sample Albanian wine on this group wine tasting tour. Travel in a private vehicle to the village of Roshnik and admire the rolling green of the vineyards. Learn about wine making methods and traditions at one family vineyard and sample a variety of wines produced locally.

Explore Tirana’s Communist history and culinary landscape on this full-day tour. In the company of a guide, travel in an air-conditioned minivan to Bunk’Art, a museum that was formerly a massive bunker. Visit the National Gallery of Arts, the pyramid of Tirana, Skanderbeg Square, Mother Teresa Square, and the Blloku neighborhood. As you stroll, sample traditional meatballs, pastries, and drinks.

Experience the center of Tirana at your own comfortable pace on this private walking tour. In the company of a guide, stroll the streets of the city and learn about its history. Visit BunkArt 2, the Blloku neighborhood, Skanderbeg Square, and other notable spots in Tirana. Customize the itinerary to suit your interests.

Get an adrenaline rush high above Tirana on this private tandem paragliding experience. Travel in a taxi to the starting point on Dajti Mountain and fly while strapped to your tandem partner high above the ground. Take in views and record the experience on a GoPro to relive the experience later.

Spend a day exploring the city of Berat with ease on this full-day private tour. Travel from Durres in a private car with a driver-guide and make your way to Berat. Enjoy personalized attention and customize the itinerary to fit your interests. Learn about Berat’s history and culture and visit the Castle of Berat with an included entry ticket.

This small group tour lets you explore Shengjergj Waterfall while on a guided nature walk with transfers to/from Tirana. Your guide and driver will take care of the logistics, including light refreshments, so you just need to be prepared to hike and enjoy the natural beauty along your walk.

The national park of Tomorr mountain now offers a lot more opportunities to hike, trek and explore the area. This tour can be arranged in two options, to reach either the castle of Tomorri or the highest peak of the mountain. With the first option, we will drive for about 1.5 hrs to reach the village of Tomorr and then from there start hiking up toward the castle of Tomorri. The hike/trek is around 1.5 – 2 hrs depending on the travelers’ level. We will then reach the place called ‘Qafa e Skures’ in where we will rest and enjoy the fantastic view of the mountain just in front of us. We can have lunch in here or around 80m above, at the castle (ruins of the castle). An experienced local guide will be with us to tell us some of the most interesting stories, legends and cultural heritage of the area. We will get down through another shorter way, to enjoy another view of the park and village as well.