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The 15 Full-Day Trips in Albania That Earn Their Price

29 tours  ·  from $15 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 full-day trips worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Day Trip to Saranda and Butrint National Park from Corfu - The coastal road from Saranda to Butrint
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Day Trip to Saranda and Butrint National Park from Corfu

1.Day Trip to Saranda and Butrint National Park from Corfu

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 847 reviews · 10 hours · from $68Our pick

Cross from Corfu to Saranda by boat, then ride along Albania’s southern coast to Butrint, a UNESCO-listed ancient city. A local guide such as Aferdita, Dori, Ilir, or Darinela may lead the visit, with ruins, a Venetian castle museum, and Roman mosaics. Choose free time in Saranda instead of Butrint if you prefer a slower day.

“Fantastic day out. Amazing sights, so much history at Butrint.”

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Shala river & Komani lake -Day trip departure from Tirana/Shkodra - The Komani Lake boat ride through mountain gorges
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Shala river & Komani lake -Day trip departure from Tirana/Shkodra

2.Shala river & Komani lake -Day trip departure from Tirana/Shkodra

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 309 reviews · 13 to 15 hours (approx.) · from $62Top rated

Travel from Tirana, Shkodra, or Lezha to Komani Lake and Shala River by minibus and boat. You’ll cruise through mountain gorges, swim in clear river water, and have about three hours for lunch or a short hike. Guides including Arber, Bledi, and Bledjan are praised for their humor, local knowledge, and careful organization.

“Lumi i Shalës is absolutely stunning, very beautiful, totally worth the visit. It is also a good amount of time to stay there and actually be able to enjoy it, but it is a very long trip, so be prepared, especially if you go from Tirana.”

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From Durrës/Golem: Saranda, Ksamil, and Blue Eye Day Trip - Ksamil gives you the Ionian Sea
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From Durrës/Golem: Saranda, Ksamil, and Blue Eye Day Trip

3.From Durrës/Golem: Saranda, Ksamil, and Blue Eye Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 113 reviews

Travel from Durrës or Golem to Ksamil, Saranda, Lekursi Castle, and the Blue Eye with an English-speaking guide and hotel transfers. You’ll have time for beaches, photos, views, and a possible boat ride in Ksamil. Guides may include Beni, Kledi, Aurel, Kristina, or Klod.

“It was such an amazing trip. The tour guide was very polite and helped us whenever needed. He also suggested amazing speedboat tour and restaurant with good food. I highly recommend if you’re coming to Albania book this trip”

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Hiking to Gamti, Bovilla Lake and Kruja Day Trip from Tirana - Kruja brings Albania’s past into the afternoon
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Hiking to Gamti, Bovilla Lake and Kruja Day Trip from Tirana

4.Hiking to Gamti, Bovilla Lake and Kruja Day Trip from Tirana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $43

Leave Tirana at 9 a.m. for a short, steep hike above Bovilla Lake, then continue to Kruja Castle and its old bazaar. Guides such as Gjenc are praised for clear English, local insight, careful driving, and help on the trail. Expect a full day, a small group of up to 15, and lunch at your own cost.

“The experience was very pleasing. Lots of interesting places and aspects of these wonderful places were covered in depth. Tour guide was prompt, polite and informative. Would definitely recommend this tour if you happen to be in Tirana. Weather was perfect even in November.”

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Berat Full Day Trip from Tirana - Onufri Museum explains the frescoes and icons
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Berat Full Day Trip from Tirana

5.Berat Full Day Trip from Tirana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $96

Travel from Tirana to Berat with a small group of up to 12 people, stopping at Belsh before exploring Berat Castle, Onufri Museum, historic churches, Ottoman quarters, and the Gorica Bridge. Guides such as Ilir, Aron, and Eri lead the day in English. Hotel pickup, transport, entrance fees, and return travel are included. Lunch is optional.

“Aron was a tremendous host and very knowledgeable about Berat and the region we visited. He was both informational and entertaining which made for a wonderful day. The area and towns we visited were beautiful and unique. It was well worth the time. Thank you so much!”

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1-Day Tour in Blue Eye, Monastery, Gjirokaster and Lekursi Castle - Gjirokaster, Albania’s stone city
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1-Day Tour in Blue Eye, Monastery, Gjirokaster and Lekursi Castle

6.1-Day Tour in Blue Eye, Monastery, Gjirokaster and Lekursi Castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $44

Travel from Saranda in an air-conditioned van with an English-speaking licensed guide. Visit the Byzantine monastery near Mesopot, the Blue Eye spring, UNESCO-listed Gjirokaster, and Lekursi Castle. You get generous free time at the main stops, with a small group capped at eight people. Ilmi Hasani is one guide associated with this experience.

“I booked just to fill a day but it turned into one of the best memories of my vacation. Every stop had something unique from history to nature to great coffee spots. The guide’s passion really showed. Worth every minute!”

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Bovilla Lake And Gamti Mountain Hiking Day Trip From Tirana - Starting at the Bovilla Lake dam
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Bovilla Lake And Gamti Mountain Hiking Day Trip From Tirana

7.Bovilla Lake And Gamti Mountain Hiking Day Trip From Tirana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $14Best value

Leave Tirana for Bovilla Canyon and Lake Bovilla, then hike 30 to 45 minutes up Gamti Mountain to a superb lake viewpoint. Guides such as Artol, Aniled, Orgest, and Bledi have led departures with lively English commentary. Expect a bumpy ride, a real uphill climb, and free time for a swim below the dam.

“Man muss eine halbe Stunde recht steil aufsteigen. Schuhe mit Profil empfohlen. Tolle Aussicht und Landschaft.”

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From Tirana; Semi - Private Day Trip to Berat & Belsh Lake - Walking through Berat, the city of 1001 windows
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From Tirana; Semi – Private Day Trip to Berat & Belsh Lake

8.From Tirana; Semi – Private Day Trip to Berat & Belsh Lake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $168

Travel from Tirana to UNESCO-listed Berat in a small group of up to 15, with time for the castle district, Onufri Museum, Gorica Bridge, and Belsh Lake. Guides such as Klodi, Toni, Altin, and Arian bring local history and practical help, while private transport keeps the long day simple.

“Altin was a great tour guide. He took me to see the Berat castle, museums and we had a very tasty authentic Albanian lunch in Berat. I learned a lot about local culture and the country history.”

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Bovilla Lake & Gamti Mountain Day Trip from Tirana and Durres - The road to Bovilla Lake
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Bovilla Lake & Gamti Mountain Day Trip from Tirana and Durres

9.Bovilla Lake & Gamti Mountain Day Trip from Tirana and Durres

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 reviews · from $64

This five-hour trip takes you from Golem, Durres, or Tirana to Bovilla Lake for a scenic 12-minute walk, wide mountain views, free time, and an optional local meal. Guides such as Renato and Marsuel have earned praise for safe driving and friendly help, but the rough road and variable guiding style are worth noting.

“La nostra guida Marsuel è stata eccezionale. Ragazzo super gentile e disponibile. La vista del lago è mozzafiato. Escursione super consigliata”

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Day Trip To Berat,UNESCO Heritage with Tirana Day Trips - Starting with Berat Castle above the Osum River
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Day Trip To Berat,UNESCO Heritage with Tirana Day Trips

10.Day Trip To Berat,UNESCO Heritage with Tirana Day Trips

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 7 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $132

Travel from Tirana to UNESCO-listed Berat in a small group of up to eight. Your English-speaking guide takes you through Berat Castle, the Onufri Museum, Mangalem, the King Mosque, and a short scenic stop in Belsh. Hotel pickup, transport, entrance fees, and taxes are included. Lunch and personal costs are extra.

“Randi was an excellent guide. He was very informative and the sites were interesting. Would definitely recommend”

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Albanian Alps Off-Road Adventure :Boge & Theth 1 Day - Boge brings the first serious mountain views
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Albanian Alps Off-Road Adventure :Boge & Theth 1 Day

11.Albanian Alps Off-Road Adventure :Boge & Theth 1 Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $96

Travel from Tirana to Theth with a licensed guide in an air-conditioned vehicle, stopping in Shkoder, Boge, and Qafë Thore. You’ll walk to Theth’s Blue Eye, visit its historic stone church, and enjoy mountain views with a maximum of 10 people. Pickup is available, and the tour runs about 10 hours.

“It was an amazing day trip with these amazing people.”

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Dajti Mountain & Shengjergj Waterfall Day Trip on Land Rover - Shengjergji Waterfall and the First Forest Walk
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Dajti Mountain & Shengjergj Waterfall Day Trip on Land Rover

12.Dajti Mountain & Shengjergj Waterfall Day Trip on Land Rover

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $89

Leave Tirana at 9:00 AM in a small Land Rover group of up to six. With a personal English-speaking guide, you’ll hike 20 to 30 minutes to Shengjergji Waterfall, pause for photos or a swim, then visit Dajti National Park and Gurra e Perrise restaurant before returning. Hotel pickup may be arranged in advance.

“You should definitely book this. The guide is friendly, interesting, tells a lot of informations about everything we'll see. I'm glad I did this trip!”

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Day Trip to Bovilla Lake and Kruja city (from Tirana) - Kruja Bazaar is the best place to shop for handmade items
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Day Trip to Bovilla Lake and Kruja city (from Tirana)

13.Day Trip to Bovilla Lake and Kruja city (from Tirana)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 6 hours 20 minutes to 8 hours 20 minutes (approx.) · from $207

Travel from Tirana with guide Ari to Bovilla Lake and Kruja, combining a short mountain hike, a coffee stop, the old bazaar, and Kruja Castle. Hotel pickup, bottled water, snacks, transport, and entry fees are included. Lunch with traditional food may be arranged at extra cost, and the tour is private for your group.

“This is the highlight of our weekend trip with Ari. It was short but definitely worth our time and money. We only had a couple of hours left before our flight back to Milan, but Ari made sure that we would enjoy this trip. He picked us up early, grabbed something to eat and drink along the way and headed to our first stop, Lake Bovilla. It was one of the most beautiful sights I’ve ever seen. We went to Kruja afterward. It was a nice city on top of the mountain. Sadly, we weren’t able to go inside the castle as we only had a limited time. Overall, it…”

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Day Trip to Ohrid Macedonia & Pogradec / by Tirana Day trips - Leaving Tirana at 8:00 am
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Day Trip to Ohrid Macedonia & Pogradec / by Tirana Day trips

14.Day Trip to Ohrid Macedonia & Pogradec / by Tirana Day trips

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $204

Set out from Tirana at 8:00 am with a guide and private transport for a 10 to 12-hour trip across Albania and North Macedonia. Visit Ohrid, St. Naum Monastery, Pogradec, and Lake Ohrid in a group of no more than eight. Guide Endrit has earned special praise for safe driving, clear English, and thoughtful help.

“Great guide, very friendly and helpful. And Ohrid is absolutely amazing! Great walks, amazing views.”

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Day Trip to Kruje & Shkoder/ By Tirana Day Trips - Krujë Bazaar: Albania’s old trading street
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Day Trip to Kruje & Shkoder/ By Tirana Day Trips

15.Day Trip to Kruje & Shkoder/ By Tirana Day Trips

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $126

Leave Tirana at 8:30 a.m. for Krujë’s 400-year-old bazaar, the Skanderbeg Museum, and Krujë Castle, then continue to Shkodër for its castle views and pedestrian street. Hotel pickup, private transport, an English-speaking guide, and groups of up to eight are included. Guides may include Giulio or Zeni, depending on the departure.

“We enjoyed this trip very much. The history and beauty of the area are not to be missed. Our driver and guide Giulio was wonderful - personable, friendly, and very knowledgeable.”

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