UNDISCOVERED  ALBANIA

Journey Highlights

Visit Shkodra, the centre of North Albania

Hike through the pristine ancient forests in Theth

National Park

Take a boat journey on Koman Lake and along the

Shala River and explore the Albanian Alps

Walk through rural villages and witness the

ancient traditions and daily rituals of Northern

Albania

Tour the UNESCO World Heritage site at

Gjirokastra

Experience the astonishing sound of Albanian

polyphony folk music

Explore the UNESCO listed archaeological site of

Butrinti

Hike through epic landscapes on the Ionian Coast

Discover the hidden treasures of the Ionian Coast

by private boat and relax on the white-pebbled

beaches

Enjoy the colourful Tirana and experience the

vibrant nightlife of Europe’s forgotten city

Explore the abandoned relics of Albania’s

communist past and what was once Europe’s

most secretive and closed state

Stay at carefully selected 3 and 4-star hotels.

10 day tour

Shkodra, the centre

of north Albania Day 1

After arriving at Tirana airport, the journey begins by car with a short city tour of Shkodra, one of the oldest inhabited cities in Albania. We will have dinner in a traditional Albanian restaurant. Overnight in a hotel in Shkodra.

Off-road experience and

hiking in Theth and Ndërlysa Day 2

After breakfast we head off on a scenic drive before starting out on a comfortable hike to the guest house in Theth. After a short break there, the trip will continue to Nderlysa.

The glacier mills of Ndërlysë offer a unique nature spectacle as  water squeezes itself through a natural canyon. The hike continues up to the Blue Eye of Kaprre, a spellbinding natural pool with amazingly blue water. After a short break, we will continue our off-road drive to the guest house in Theth, where a traditional Albanian feast awaits. Overnight at the Theth guest house

Experience the Kanun in

Theth

and hike in ancient forests Day 3

After breakfast guests will join a comfortable hike through the ancient forest to the Grunas Waterfall and Canyon. After a short break, we will visit the Isolation Tower.

After returning to the guest house for lunch we drive to Shkodra. There you will have time to explore the “Albanian capital of the north” at your own leisure. Dinner and accommodation in Shkodra. 

Boat tour along Koman

Lake and Shala River Day 4

After breakfast, we drive to Koman, where we embark by boat along the Shala River. This tour will take guests through one of the most remote areas of the Albanian Alps. As epic scenery combines with the region’s abundant flora and wildlife, this forgotten corner of Europe offers the intrepid explorer a rare taste of adventure, mystery, beauty and solitude. For lunch we will join a local family and taste some of the traditional dishes of the mountains.

Returning to Koman we will continue by car to Durrës. The city, founded in 627 BC, has much to tell of its colourful story, beautiful beaches and attractions. We will have time for a short tour of the city, and stop for drinks and dinner at one of the seaside venues on the promenade. Overnight at Durrës hotel.

Hike to Antigonea & Visit

to Gjirokastra Day 5

After breakfast we drive towards Gjirokastra. Our first stop is in a village where you will be guests of a local family. After lunch we set off on a short and comfortable hike to Antigonea which was founded in the 3rd century BC. Guests can take a short hike to the castle and the nearby museum. Dinner and accommodation in Gjirokastra. 

Saranda and the ancient

site of Butrint Day 6

After breakfast we start the journey towards Butrint. Along the way we will enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Blue Eye spring. The ancient city of Butrint is the most important archaeological site of Albania and is also recognised by UNESCO.

After visiting Butrint, guests will travel to Ksamil to enjoy lunch and take some leisure time at the beach. In the evening, dinner is planned in the Lëkurësi castle, where guests will experience the remarkable sounds of traditional Albanian polyphony folk music found nowhere else in the world. Overnight stay in Saranda.

The Ionian coast & walk

from Qeparo to Kudhës Day 7

After breakfast we journey by car to the village Upper Qeparo which plays an important role in Albanian culture and folklore.

Afterwards we will drive to Porto Palermo Bay, Albania’s most important cold war military base - it once harboured Soviet submarines in a secret pen. Nearby, the magnificent castle of Ali Pasha lies on a small peninsula in the middle of the bay,  and guests will have ample time to explore them both. By late afternoon we continue our journey towards Dhërmi, where guests will enjoy dinner. Overnight in Dhërmi hotel. 

Saint Andre Bay, Grama

Bay & Llogara National

Park Day 8

After breakfast we drive to Palasa to begin our hike. Our journey takes us past the delta on the beach of Palasë. We arrive at Saint Andre, an untouched bay and then we will continue our journey by boat to Grama Bay, for a tasty Albanian lunch.

Afterwards, guests will take a short boat journey to Dhërmi, and then a short drive to the Llogara National Park - one of the natural wonders of Albania. One of its most amazing lookouts is the ‘Balcony’ in Llogara pass, at the height of 1050m, from where the Albanian Riviera and the Greek island of Corfu can be seen. Guests will enjoy Albanian coffee and refreshments before we drive to Vlora, where we enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and an overnight stay at the Vlora hotel.

Visit of Tirana and of the

Bunk’Art video-museum

exhibition Day 10

After breakfast we drive to

Tirana, Albania’s capital. Guests

will enjoy strolling through

Skanderbeg square and visiting

the main attractions,

monuments and markets

around the city centre. After a

delicious lunch, guests will be

taken on a special

subterranean tour of the

nuclear bunker of Albania’s

former communist dictator

Enver Hoxha which now houses

the Bunk’Art video museum

exhibition. The exhibition

recreates a historical and

emotional journey through

Albania’s communist past.

In the evening, guests will be

treated to an Albanian feast at

a special ‘slow roast’ restaurant

in the city centre. Afterwards

guests may stroll through the

city’s Blloku quarter to enjoy

the local nightlife.

Overnight at Tirana Hotel.

Overnight at Tirana Hotel.

Transfer to the airport

After breakfast guests will be transferred to Tirana international airport according to your scheduled flight.

Day 10

Inclusions

The price does not include

All transport by car or boat according to the itinerary. All entrance fees and sightseeing costs as per itinerary. Nine nights in 3 star or 4 star rated hotels in a double/twin room, with private bathroom. All Meals as described in the itinerary. All Activities as described in the itinerary. Accompanied by  an English-speaking guide during the entire tour

AUD$3535 PP**

Minimum number of

participants: 3

 Any type of insurance. Alcoholic beverages in hotels, restaurants and bars Any other types of expenses that are not specifically mentioned in the itinerary. Additional costs Single Supplement

Shkodra

..

Ndërlysa

. Theth

. Gjirokastra 

.Saranda.Palasa

.Tirana

** Based on current exchange rates on 10 June, 2018 and based on price in

Euros as supplied by our local partner. 2281 Euros PP

(Twin Share).  Single room supplement 225 Euros.

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