Albanian Riviera Escape

Please note: All program activities begin the day following your arrival in Tirana.

As this tour welcomes travellers from different countries, flight schedules vary — some guests arrive earlier in the day, while others land in the evening. To ensure a seamless and consistent experience for everyone, Day 1 is reserved for arrival, rest, and personal exploration.

Upon landing at Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza, you will be welcomed in the arrivals hall by a representative of our company, holding a sign with your name. You will then be transferred by private vehicle to your hotel in the heart of Tirana's city centre.

After check-in, the rest of the day is entirely yours. Your hotel's central location places you within easy reach of the city's most charming streets, cafés, and squares — a perfect opportunity to take your first steps into Albanian life at your own pace. Prior to your arrival, we will send you a curated list of suggestions to help you make the most of your free time, with dinner at your own expense this evening.

We recommend using this time to rest, refresh, and prepare for the experiences that await you from Day 1 onwards.

08:00 – Breakfast at the hotel & check-out

09:00 – Meet your guide and fellow travellers.

Depart for Durrës (approx. 1 hr).

10:00 – Roman Durrës (approx. 45 min).

A short walk to the 2nd-century Roman amphitheatre and the Venetian Tower, in one of Albania's oldest port cities.

11:00 – Free time in Durrës.

Relax at a beach club on the Adriatic, and enjoy a seaside lunch (own expense).

14:15 – Continue south to Vlorë (approx. 2 hrs 20 min).

Vlorë is the city where the Adriatic meets the Ionian Sea.

16:30 – Hotel check-in.

Time to rest, swim in the pool or on the hotel's private beach.

18:00 – Evening walk along the Lungomare.

Vlorë's palm-lined seafront promenade is lined with cafés and restaurants.

19:00 – Welcome Dinner

Welcome dinner at a seafront restaurant on the Lungomare, as the sun sets over the bay. A relaxed first evening with your guide and fellow travellers. Included.

08:00 – Breakfast at the hotel.

09:00 – Transfer to Vlorë harbour (approx. 30 min).

09:30 – Boat trip along the Karaburun Peninsula (approx. 5 hrs).

-Karaburun: a protected peninsula of high cliffs and quiet bays reachable only from the sea, with stops to swim and snorkel in clear water.

-Haxhi Ali Cave: one of the largest sea caves on the Albanian coast, entered by boat when the sea allows.

-Sazan Island: a stop at the uninhabited island when landing is permitted.

14:30 – Return to the harbour & seafood lunch in Vlorë (own expense).

16:30 – Return to the hotel.

The rest of the afternoon is free by the pool or the sea.

19:00 – Dinner at leisure (own expense).

08:00 – Breakfast at the hotel.

09:00 – Drive up to the Llogara Pass (approx. 50 min).

The road climbs through the pine forests of Llogara National Park to the pass at 1,027 metres.

10:00 – Llogara viewpoint.

Coffee among the pines and wide views of the mountains dropping into the Ionian Sea.

Optional (July – mid-October): a tandem paragliding flight from the pass down to Palasë Beach (extra cost).

10:30 – Descend to Palasë (approx. 30 min).

11:00 – Palasë Beach.

A long, open beach backed by mountains, with clear water and plenty of space. Time to swim and relax, with lunch at a beach restaurant (own expense).

16:30 – Return to Vlorë (approx. 45 min, through the Llogara Tunnel).

Approx. 17:15 – Arrival at the hotel. Time to rest.

19:00 – Dinner at leisure (own expense).

08:00 – Breakfast at the hotel.

09:00 – Coastal drive to Himarë (approx. 1 hr 10 min).

10:15 – Livadhi or Potam Beach.

Two of Himarë's best beaches, with clear water and a quiet atmosphere. Swim, relax, and have lunch by the sea (own expense).

14:45 – Himarë Old Town & Castle (approx. 45 min).

The old village sits inside the castle walls on the hill above the town, with views along the Ionian coast.

15:45 – Free time on Himarë's seafront promenade for a coffee.

16:45 – Return to Vlorë (approx. 1 hr 10 min).

Approx. 18:00 – Arrival at the hotel.

19:00 – Dinner at leisure (own expense).

08:00 – Breakfast at the hotel & check out.

09:00 – A last morning at Radhimë.

Swim and relax on the quiet beaches of Radhimë, among olive groves and calm Ionian water.

12:30 – Orikum (approx. 15 min).

Lunch by the marina (own expense), followed by a short walk along the shore of the bay.

14:45 – Return to Tirana (approx. 2 hrs 50 min, with a short break).

Approx. 17:35 – Arrival in Tirana & check-in.

19:00 – Farewell dinner at a carefully selected restaurant in the heart of Tirana.

A last evening together over Albanian specialities, to remember the Ionian coves, the views from Llogara and the long evenings by the sea. Included.

Breakfast at hotel & check-out

As our journey comes to an end, we hope you’ve had an unforgettable experience exploring the stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture of Albania. With cherished memories and new adventures to look back on, we bid you farewell.

Transfer to Tirana International Airport for your departure flight.

Safe travels, and we hope to welcome you again!