May–Sep tends to combine better weather, sea and tour operations to enjoy beaches, islands and water experiences on this route.
ALBANIA · CULTURE + BEACHES
ALBANIA — RIVIERA & STONE CITIES
Between stone cities and a still surprising Adriatic.
DURATION8 days
BEST TIMEMay–Sep
EXPERIENCECulture + Beaches
COUNTRYAlbania
THE JOURNEY
Route map
Tirana → Berat → Gjirokastër → Himarë → Sarandë
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FEATURED
Key highlights
1Tirana beaches and coves
2Navigation in Berat
3Gjirokastër coastal landscapes
4Snorkeling and sea
5Sunset by the sea
6Islands and viewpoints
Between stone cities and a still surprising Adriatic. The combination of Tirana and Sarandë gives the itinerary an identity that does not depend on a single postcard.
SEASONALITY
When to go
A STARTING POINT
Suggested base itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival in Tirana
First hours in Tirana for monuments, traditions and daily life in Tirana and adapting to the local rhythm.
DAY 2
Tirana → Berat
The route between Tirana and Berat changes the scene of the trip; Upon arrival, enter Berat's historic center, architecture and local life.
DAY 3
Berat in depth
Staying in Berat continues with Berat's heritage, markets and notable neighborhoods.
DAY 4
Berat → Gjirokastër
From Berat to Gjirokastër, the journey leads to a new stage, followed by Gjirokastër's heritage, markets and striking neighborhoods.
DAY 5
Gjirokastër — full day
Day in Gjirokastër for monuments, traditions and daily life of Gjirokastër.
DAY 6
Gjirokastër → Himarë
Moving from Gjirokastër to Himarë. After arrival, the day opens up space for monuments, traditions and everyday life in Himarë.
DAY 7
Himarë — landscapes and culture
Himarë gets a full day for Himarë's historic center, architecture and local life.
DAY 8
Himarë → Sarandë
Departure from Himarë towards Sarandë, where upon arrival you can start exploring the historic center, architecture and local life of Sarandë.
THE EXPERIENCE
The spirit of the journey
Between Tirana and Sarandë, beaches, islands and sea lead a light-paced journey, with navigation, coastal landscapes and real time by the water.
YOUR WAY
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