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Albania Expedition
9 Days | Experience rugged beauty and warm hospitality in this Balkan treasure
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Start
Tirana, Albania
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Finish
Tirana, Albania
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Trip Code
WBSL
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Physical Rating
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Meals
8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
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Transport
Private vehicle, Ferry, Motorboat
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Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights), Village Guesthouse (2 nights), Farmstay (1 night), Apartment (2 nights)
From £1,529(9 days)
Trip Informations
It may be an under-the-radar-travel destination, but when it comes to dazzling landscapes and fascinating culture, Albania is every bit as magnificent as its more popular neighbours. Spend nine days getting to know this Balkan gem with a local leader, travelling from bustling cities to remote reaches. Drink coffee with locals in Tirana, hike along off-grid rivers in the country’s north, stay in welcoming guesthouses and beachside hotels, and spend the night on a sustainable farm. You’ll learn about local crafts with artists, birdwatch as you eat breakfast in a spectacular national park, and learn about Albania’s culture and history from those who know it best.
Why you’ll love this trip
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Venture into the wild and beautiful landscapes of northern Albania, explore spectacular lakes and rivers and experience a slice of rural life.
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Spend the night on a sustainable farm, where you’ll enjoy dinner made from fresh ingredients grown on site and learn about local farming practices.
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With the support of non-profit ecotourism organisation MEET, learn about conservation efforts at the Karavasta Lagoon in Divjake- Karavasta National Park, spend the night at a locally owned beach accommodation and rise for a sunrise breakfast atop a birdwatching tower.
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Visit the village of Babunje, where you’ll take part in a hands-on craft experience with local artists and be introduced to polyphonic singing, homemade raki and Turkish coffee reading plus enjoy a home-cooked lunch with a family.
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Get to know Albania’s capital as you explore Tirana with your local leader, and share a coffee in the garden of our local friends to learn about their culture and family history.
Is this trip right for you?
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Don’t let the heat keep you from exploring the world! Summer temperatures can be very high in Albania, which can make things uncomfortable. It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat and drink plenty of water.
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Space is at a premium in Europe and your accommodation is no exception. Rooms are often small, but usually the central location makes up for that. For those travelling as a duo, hotels in Europe often don't have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together. In some cases, bathroom facilities will be shared rather than ensuite.
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Albania is a developing country and accommodations are basic but comfortable – a combination of simple hotels, guesthouses, apartments and a farmstay. The farmstay is a wonderful opportunity to witness every day rural Albanian life and includes a home-cooked dinner.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Tirana
- DAY 2Lake Koman - River Shala
- DAY 3Shala River
- DAY 4Shala River - Farm Stay
- DAY 5Divjaka-Karavasta National Park
- DAY 6Divjaka-Karavasta National Park - Babunje - Bay of Vlora
- DAY 7Tragjas - Bay of Vlora
- DAY 8Berat - Tirana
- DAY 9Tirana
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
airport_shuttle Transport
Private vehicle, Ferry, Motorboat
bed Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights), Village Guesthouse (2 nights), Farmstay (1 night), Apartment (2 nights)
festival Activities
circleShala River - Hiking
circleMrizi I Zanave - Farm to table dinner
circleDivjaka-Karavasta National Park - Conservation tour
circleDurres - Beach stop
circleDivjaka-Karavasta National Park - Sunrise birdwatching breakfast
circleBabunje - Local handicrafts experience
circleBabunje - Turkish coffee reading
circleBabunje - Family visit & home-cooked lunch
circleBay of Vlora - Hike to Tragjas Village & farm visit
circleBerat - Old Town & Berat Castle guided tour
circleTirana - Villa with a Star Memorabilia Collection visit
museum Add on activities
circleShala River - Hiking to Molle Village ruins - EUR20
circleDivjaka-Karavasta National Park - Bike ride - EUR10
circleBay of Vlora - Boat ride from - EUR25
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Saturday Jun 07, 2025
Sunday Jun 15, 2025
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Saturday Jun 21, 2025
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Saturday Sep 06, 2025
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Saturday Sep 20, 2025
Sunday Sep 28, 2025
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Saturday Oct 04, 2025
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Saturday May 16, 2026
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Saturday Jun 06, 2026
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Saturday Jun 20, 2026
Sunday Jun 28, 2026
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Saturday Sep 19, 2026
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Saturday Oct 03, 2026
Sunday Oct 11, 2026
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Important notes
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1. A Single Supplement is available for this trip with the exception of Days 2 & 3 where we will be in multi-share village guesthouse accommodation.
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