9-Day Albania Beaches & Mountains

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.

This morning, we’ll head out on foot to explore Tirana’s wonders on a walking tour, soaking up the city’s must-sees and local buzz as we go.Next up: Fishtë. Think wide-open fields, rolling hills and seriously peaceful views. This afternoon, we’ll gorge on a delicious, homegrown lunch (with glorious vineyard views as the backdrop). Ahh, life’s good. Isn’t it? 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 on to Valbonë.After a long journey, we’ll roll into gorgeous Valbonë. Hungry? Dinner’s on at the guesthouse tonight. Then it’s an early one — sleep tight, because tomorrow we hike.

Big nature day incoming. This morning we’ll hit the trails in Valbonë National Park for a hike, soaking up those peak Albanian Alps views and forest-fresh air along the way. The afternoon is all yours to chill at the guesthouse, wander the valley or just spend time with your new mates. Later, we’ll regroup for an included dinner.

Time to say goodbye to the lush mountain views. We’ll make our way to our next adventure.It’s ferry time! You’ll cruise along the breathtaking valleys and hills surrounding Lake Komani towards Fierza. Then, a short drive later, we’ll have arrived at Krujë.Hello Krujë! We’ll take a walking tour through the cobbled lanes, old Ottoman bazaar and up by the castle walls, with a stop at the Skanderbeg Museum inside the fortress. Then it’s free time — shop, snack, explore, or do whatever you feel like.

Time to say goodbye to Krujë as we make our way south to Ksamil.Say hello to the bright-blue waters of Ksamil. Tonight’s yours — wander the town’s beachy corners, chase that sunset, and grab dinner at a laid-back spot by the sea.

A free day in paradise? Yep. Today you can do Ksamil your way — think sugar-soft beaches, tiny islands just offshore and water so clear it looks filtered. Want to level it up? There’s an optional boat cruise up for grabs for even more Ionian-blue goodness, hidden coves and coastline views. Then you’ve got one more free evening to spend however you like — sunset stroll, seaside dinner, or one last dip before dark.

Bye for now, Ksamil. But don’t worry — the next stops are seriously worth it, and your camera roll is about to level up.

This morning we’ll say goodbye to Gjirokastër and make our way back towards the capital.Quick pitstop in the “City of a thousand windows”. Expect hillside neighbourhoods, Ottoman-era houses stacked above the river, postcard views at every turn and yep… a lot of windows. After a walking tour, we’ll continue on our way.Back in Tirana tonight, you have the option to keep it low-key or join an Albanian Night, with dinner, music and dance that brings local culture to life.

Oh, what a treat it has been. 9 days of beautiful beaches, perfect mountains 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.