7 Days trip in Albania

Day 1

1. Divjaka-Karavasta National Park

   240 minutes

   Explore the beautiful landscapes of one of the largest lagoons in Albania, home to over 250 species of birds and turtles.

2. Durres Beach

   120 minutes

   Spend the afternoon enjoying the warm sun and clear waters of one of the most popular beaches in Albania. Try some local seafood specialties by the beach restaurants.

3. Oda Restaurant

   90 minutes

   Sample some Albanian traditional dishes with a modern twist at this well-known restaurant in the capital.

Day 2

1. Mount Dajti National Park

   360 minutes

   Go on a scenic cable car ride that offers stunning views of Tirana and hike the trails that go through the beautiful forests, home to a variety of fauna and flora.

2. Bunk’Art 1

   90 minutes

   Visit the first of the two Bunk’Art museums, housed in a bunker built during the communist era to demonstrate the strength of Albanian leadership and ideology.

3. Juvenilja Kafe Muzeum

   120 minutes

   Try some delicious homemade pasta and other Italian dishes, accompanied by local beer and wine at this quirky, art-filled café.

Day 3

1. Butrint National Park

   360 minutes

   Visit the UNESCO world heritage site of ancient ruins, wildlife-rich wetlands and crystal clear waters of the Vivari Channel.

2. Lekursi Castle

   120 minutes

   Enjoy some traditional Albanian food and refreshing drinks while taking in the stunning views of Saranda and the Ionian Sea from the hilltop castle and restaurant.

3. Blue Eye

   120 minutes

   Visit one of the most beautiful natural pools, with crystal-clear blue water and amazing natural beauty.

Day 4

1. Valbona Valley National Park

   480 minutes

   Embark on a hiking and camping adventure in one of the most stunning national parks, nestled deep in the Albanian Alps.

2. Hotel Margjeka

   120 minutes

   Treat yourself to some delicious traditional Albanian dishes, accompanied by locally produced wine and raki, at this cozy mountain hotel restaurant.

Day 5

1. Shkodra Lake

   360 minutes

   Explore the largest lake in the Balkans, home to over 270 species of birds, and stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

2. Rozafa Castle

   120 minutes

   Visit the ancient castle, which sits on a hilltop and offers panoramic views of the surrounding valley and mountains.

3. Tradita Gege & Toske Restaurant

   120 minutes

   Try the traditional dishes of the northern and southern Albanian cuisine at this cozy, family-run restaurant.

Day 6

1. Jale Beach

   240 minutes

   Soak up the sun and swim in the clear waters of one of the most beautiful beaches in southern Albania. Try some fresh seafood specialties at the beach restaurants.

2. Llogara Pass

   120 minutes

   Drive through the winding roads of the Llogara National Park, home to various fauna and flora species, and take in the breathtaking views of the Albanian Riviera from the highest point of the pass.

3. Nivica Restaurant

   120 minutes

   Discover the traditional Albanian dishes, such as bakllavë, byrek, and grilë me arra, prepared with fresh and authentic ingredients, at this charming restaurant in the heart of Vlore.

Day 7

1. Apollonia Archaeological Park

   240 minutes

   Explore the ancient ruins of Apollonia, a city founded in the 6th century BC, and visit the nearby Monastery of Saint Mary in Çobo, a peaceful oasis of wildlife and vegetation.

2. Berat Castle

   120 minutes

   Visit one of the most well-preserved Ottoman cities in the Balkans, known as the 'City of a Thousand Windows'.

3. Mangalemi Restaurant

   120 minutes

   Taste the authentic Albanian cuisine, ranging from the traditional tavë kosi, to the vegetarian qifqi, in a charming traditional house in the old city of Berat.