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The Albania Guide.
The 10 best things to do in Tirana, from the painted blocks and Cold War bunkers to the day trips into the mountains behind the city. What each one involves and what it costs.
Hike Gamti Mountain above Lake Bovilla, then enjoy canyon views near Ishëm on a comfy Tirana day trip with local guide stories.
“Super cool. Great views of the lake and the surrounding mountains. Hike is very short, maybe 15-20 minutes and it is 100% worth it. For $13, it is definitely worth half of your day. Bledjan was super friendly and funny too.”
Tour Berat UNESCO from Tirana with Belshi Lake and Berat Castle, plus free time in the old town. Hotel pickup, English guide.
“We had a great day with Arbor (our tour guide). He had a great personality and very personable. Berat was a city I think everyone should do at least once… and if you do Arbor, should be your guide!”
Tirana walking tour with English guides. Skanderbeg Square, BunkArt 2, Enver Hoxha Pyramid, Blloku, and a cathedral finish.
“The perfect way to start my Albanian journey. Clint my guide was funny, passionate and very knowledgeable! I highly recommend this if you want to get to know Tirana and get your bearings right”
A guided day trip from Tirana to Sari Salltik and Kruja Castle, with Old Bazaar shopping time and mountain views.
“I really enjoyed this trip! Bledi was an excellent tour guide. He told us very interesting information about Albania and about the places that we visited. The castle, the old Bazar, and the mountain were all absolutely beautiful so I'm very pleased to have visited them! I was travelling solo so doing this day trip…”
A Tirana night of Albanian costumes, live folk music, interactive circle dances, and a optional 7-course dinner with regional dishes.
“Amazing experience! An absolute must do when in Tirana! Wonderful musical and cultural experience, peppered with humor and family vibe.”
Tirana day trip to Lake Bovilla and Gamti Mountain: round-trip pickup, short guided hike with big views, river time, and photo stops.
“Bad experience - summary last minute changes and ran late then SWITCHED bus soo don’t leave your stuff!! They will lose it !! 1. Pick up time was different from initial booking when they messaged the night before 2. changed the pick up time the 2nd time 3. pick up day- messaged to be there…”
Boat across Komani Lake and swim Shala River with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, and a long but worthwhile day trip.
“Lumi i Shalës is absolutely stunning, very beautiful, totally worth the visit. It is also a good amount of time to stay there and actually be able to enjoy it, but it is a very long trip, so be prepared, especially if you go from Tirana.”
Cook Tirana classics with Chef Sindi: Lakror, Tave Kosi, and Sheqerpare, plus lunch, drinks, and easy conversation in a small group.
“Sindi the hostess greeted us at the door and escorted us in to the dinning area. She proceeded to introduce us to to the other people and then poured us a glass of wine. We then started cooking and having fun. Food turned out great and everyone enjoyed her teaching skills. We learned a lot…”
Small-group day trip from Tirana to Durrës and Berat plus Belsh Lake. Roman amphitheatre, Ottoman alleys, castle views, great value.
“It was nice and was done at a good pace. Tour guide is friendly too. I would definitely recommend 👌”
Canyoning Osum Canyon from Berat with neoprene gear, swimming and jump options, spring stops, Albanian lunch, and guides. Good value for active days.
“Positive points: the nature and canyoning experience is really worth. The tour is well organized and the guide Henry was really friendly. Points to improve: the equipment provided needs to be improved. This is particularly important for the old, damaged and dirty water shoes provided. And the water “tshirt” is useless as the water gets…”
