5 Days in Albania
📍 Tirana, Albania
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This itinerary from Tirana to Krujë, Apollonia, and Vlorë offers a rich mix of history, culture, and coastal relaxation. It begins in Tirana with its vibrant urban life, museums, and main squares, continues to Krujë to explore the castle, Skanderbeg Museum, and the Old Bazaar, then moves on to Apollonia to discover its impressive ancient ruins and archaeological landscape. The journey concludes in Vlorë, combining sites linked to Albania’s independence with seaside walks, modern promenades, and time to enjoy the Adriatic and Ionian coast.
✓ Incluso
- Accommodation in hotels with breakfast (double room or triple room, according to your choice).
- Guide and driver services throughout the trip with a comfortable van.
- Transportation to and from the airport / Hotel
- Excursions and visits according to the itinerary.
✕ Escluso
- Lunch and Dinner
- Entrances to cultural objects
Itinerario
Giorno 1
Day 1
Tirana
Arrival at Tirana International Airport (Rinas)
Overnight: Tirana
Early arrival at Rinas Airport. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for check-in (early check-in if available, or luggage storage). Start exploring the city with a walk around Skanderbeg Square, followed by an optional visit to Bunk’Art 2 or the House of Leaves for a glimpse into Albania’s history. Head to the Blloku area for lunch and coffee. In the afternoon, take the Dajti Express Cable Car for panoramic views of Tirana (optional, ticket not included). Evening at leisure with dinner on your own.
Arrival at Tirana International Airport (Rinas)
Overnight: Tirana
Early arrival at Rinas Airport. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for check-in (early check-in if available, or luggage storage). Start exploring the city with a walk around Skanderbeg Square, followed by an optional visit to Bunk’Art 2 or the House of Leaves for a glimpse into Albania’s history. Head to the Blloku area for lunch and coffee. In the afternoon, take the Dajti Express Cable Car for panoramic views of Tirana (optional, ticket not included). Evening at leisure with dinner on your own.
Giorno 2
Day 2
Tirana – Bovilla (optional) – Krujë – Durrës
Overnight: Durrës
After breakfast at the hotel, you can opt for a visit to Bovilla (optional and included at no extra cost), with a panoramic stop perfect for photos—no mandatory hiking required. Continue to Krujë to explore the castle and bazaar, followed by lunch on your own. In the afternoon, transfer back to Durrës. For dinner, enjoy an optional meal based on your preference: a traditional agritourism experience near Durrës or a seafood restaurant by the sea.
Overnight: Durrës
After breakfast at the hotel, you can opt for a visit to Bovilla (optional and included at no extra cost), with a panoramic stop perfect for photos—no mandatory hiking required. Continue to Krujë to explore the castle and bazaar, followed by lunch on your own. In the afternoon, transfer back to Durrës. For dinner, enjoy an optional meal based on your preference: a traditional agritourism experience near Durrës or a seafood restaurant by the sea.
Giorno 3
Day 3
Durrës – Apollonia – Vlorë
Overnight: Vlorë
After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Apollonia Archaeological Park for a cultural visit and walk. Enjoy lunch on your own, then continue to Vlorë for hotel check-in. In the evening, take a leisurely walk along the Lungomare to soak in the coastal atmosphere.
Overnight: Vlorë
After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Apollonia Archaeological Park for a cultural visit and walk. Enjoy lunch on your own, then continue to Vlorë for hotel check-in. In the evening, take a leisurely walk along the Lungomare to soak in the coastal atmosphere.
Giorno 4
Day 4
Vlorë – Zvërnec – Orikum (Relax Day)
Relax by the Sea
Overnight: Vlorë
After breakfast at the hotel, visit the Zvërnec Monastery and enjoy a walk along the lagoon. In the afternoon, relax at the beach (weather permitting) or take an optional boat tour (not included). Dinner on your own concludes the day.
Relax by the Sea
Overnight: Vlorë
After breakfast at the hotel, visit the Zvërnec Monastery and enjoy a walk along the lagoon. In the afternoon, relax at the beach (weather permitting) or take an optional boat tour (not included). Dinner on your own concludes the day.
Giorno 5
Day 5
Vlorë – Rinas
After breakfast at the hotel, depart for the airport, with an optional coffee stop along the way. End of tour
After breakfast at the hotel, depart for the airport, with an optional coffee stop along the way. End of tour