Albania · TOURS
The good tours & day trips fill up first and the best of them go weeks ahead. Below are 15 to book early, what each includes, and where they differ.
Half-day escape from Durrës to Bovilla Lake and Gamti Mountain for a guided hike, 360° views, photo stops, and smooth hotel pickup.
“Right on time pickup with a nice van and good music for the ride. The guide was super friendly and made everything easy and fun. Bovilla Lake and Gamti Mountain were absolutely beautiful the views are something else! Totally worth it.”
From Tirana, hike Lake Bovilla and Gamti Mountain with a guide, scenic photo stops, panoramic summit views, and pickup for $12.
“This activity is great! The view at the top is amazing. Highly recommended; the tour guide Cimi was really friendly too.”
Half-day speedboat from Vlorë to Sazan Island, Haxhi Ali Cave, and Karaburun. $35, 5 hours, swimming and pirate stories.
“Adi and Nema (?) have been great guides for the Tour on 28.09. 11:45. Tour was really great. Highly recommended.”
Guided day trip from Durres or Golem to Kruja Castle, Skanderbeg Museum, and the Old Bazaar, with scenic views and free time.
“The trip was very interesting and our tour guide Afrim was very nice and he explained everything good. Keep up the good work Afrim!! 😁”
2-hour guided Tirana tour of top sights and lesser-known stops, ending at Bunk’Art 2. Small group, local guide, $15.
“The tour was excellent, and the guide was extremely knowledgeable”
Speedboat tour from Vlorë to Sazan Island, Haxhi Ali Cave, and Karaburun beach, with cave exploring, swimming stops, and big sea views.
“We really enjoyed the trip. The stops were nice especially with the weather today (warm and sunny).”
9-hour Saranda tour to Lekursi Castle, Blue Eye, and Gjirokaster, plus Mesopotam Monastery and Ottoman Bridge. Small group, comfy transport.
“It was very informative and Ilir gave us chance to take photos as much as we can. He’s very accommodating and funny tooo.”
Beat the crowds with an early start speedboat trip from Vlorë into Haxhi Ali cave, then swim at Karaburun and Shen Vasil Beach.
“We had our bachelorette party on a speedboat last Wednesday, and it was amazing! Our whole group of girls really enjoyed it. Our captain Aldo was just awesome – super friendly and fun. He even changed the boat for us when we couldn’t connect to the speaker on the first one, so we could have our music. That made the experience even better. Totally recommend!”
Guided day trip from Tirana to UNESCO Berat with Belshi Lake, Berat Castle, free time, pickup, and English guide.
“It was an amazing experience with great organisations d veey clear communication. We had a great day with no worries and the tour guide to care of us and answered all of our question and gave us recommendations. Definitely would recommend it.”
Saranda half-day tour: see the Blue Eye spring walk and seasonal train, then watch Lekursi Castle sunset over Corfu and Ionian Sea.
“Traffic out of the castle was poor and it took a very long time to get back to Sarandë due to this, however I understand that’s nothing to do with the guide. Overall very good experience and would recommend if you want to visit both those places.”
Speedboat from Vlora to Haxhi Ali Cave and Karaburun beaches. Swim in clear water, explore St. Vasil and St. Koli in 4 hours.
“Great day out. Loved the cave and beaches afterwards. Boat ride was great. A bit more about the history of the area would have been good”
Half-day boat tour from Sarande to Hidden Cave, Gremina, Kakome and Krorez Bay, with swim stops and snorkel gear.
“A fantastic boat tour with Captain Ilir. He was very service-minded and always looked out for our best experience. He showed us different spots and even took us to a secret place at the end. There were a lot of boats out that day, which caused some delays, so he had to time it well to avoid crowds at the different locations. Patience is definitely needed.”
One long day from Tirana or Durrës: Saranda, Ksamil beaches, and the Blue Eye spring. Swim, walk, and cool off at Syri i Kalter.
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Wonderful day trip — highly recommended! We had a fantastic day on this tour with our guide, Ervin. The morning started at the Blue Eye, which was absolutely stunning and felt really peaceful. Then we headed to Sarandë for lunch — a nice chance to enjoy some local food by the coast. The highlight for me was Ksamil in the afternoon, where we had time to relax and enjoy the beautiful clear water and beach views. Ervin was friendly, informative, and kept everything well-organized without rushing us. A great mix of nature, sightseeing, and relaxation — definitely worth it!”
A lively 2h15 English walking tour of Tirana, linking Skanderbeg Square, BunkArt 2, Blloku, and the Orthodox Cathedral with included admissions.
“We had the pleasure of joining a walking tour in Tirana with our guide, K, and it was an unforgettable experience. K explained the history of Albania in a clear, engaging, and passionate way, weaving in stories from his own family’s life under Communism. Hearing personal experiences from a local made the history come alive in a way no book or museum ever could. This tour is perfect for anyone who wants to truly understand Albania — its past, its culture, and its people. K’s storytelling not only deepened my knowledge, but also made me fall in love with the country. Highly recommended!”
Speedboat day from Sarandë to Krorez and hidden caves, snorkeling stops, DJ music, and 3 hours on the beach for $35.
“A great boat trip with lots of beautiful places to stop & swim”
Pick a coast, a canyon, a castle or a kitchen.
