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The 13 Best Balkan Multi-Country Tours in Albania

13 tours  ·  from $34 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 13 balkan multi-country tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Self-guided: Peaks of the Balkans Tour in 8 days - Day 1: Shkodra, Boge, and the Blue Eye of Theth
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Self-guided: Peaks of the Balkans Tour in 8 days

1.Self-guided: Peaks of the Balkans Tour in 8 days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · from $1,366Our pick

This self-guided eight-day trek crosses Albania, Montenegro, and Kosovo through the Peaks of the Balkans. Expect long mountain days, shared homestays, shepherd huts, border crossings, breakfast, and basic comforts. A guide is not included, so you will follow the provided route with support from Choose Balkans. The group limit is 10.

“Our guide Ervis was so knowledgeable, informative, interesting, professional, and entertaining! Thank you Choose Balkans.”

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Self - Guided Peaks of the Balkans tour in 7 days - Day 2: The remote crossing toward Theth
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Self – Guided Peaks of the Balkans tour in 7 days

2.Self – Guided Peaks of the Balkans tour in 7 days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $1,237

This seven-day self-guided trek links Albania, Montenegro, and Kosovo by mountain paths, shepherd trails, and local roads. Choose Balkans arranges transport, border passes, guesthouses, and daily support from Brikena Shametaj and her team. Expect long hikes, basic mountain huts, shared rooms, and spectacular views around Theth, Valbona, Gjeravica, and the Accursed Mountains.

“We had a great experience with Balkan tours. A wonderful 7 days trekking along the peaks of the Balkans trail. Beautiful terrain. Nice guest houses and everything perfectly arranged by Brikena Shametaj. 🙏🙏🙏”

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Private Transfer Tirana Airport to cities in Albania &the Balkans

3.Private Transfer Tirana Airport to cities in Albania &the Balkans

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $33Best value

Choose Balkans provides one-way private transfers from Tirana Airport or central Tirana to destinations across Albania and the Balkans. Drivers such as Ervis, Genti, Erikson, and Reshit handle airport pickups, hotel drop-offs, and border routes to places including Pristina and Dubrovnik. WhatsApp contact, scenic stops, and flexible service are useful extras.

“Ervis picked us up Tirana airport and took us to Pristina in Kosovo. Very polite and informative. Excellent driver and a credit Balkan Tours.”

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Peaks of the Balkans Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 5 days - Day 2: Grunasi Waterfall and an easier afternoon
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Peaks of the Balkans Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 5 days

4.Peaks of the Balkans Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 5 days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $1,237

You’ll cross Albania’s mountain country with a guide, riding the Lake Koman ferry, hiking to the Blue Eye and Grunasi Waterfall, crossing Valbona Pass, and sleeping in simple local guesthouses. Guides such as Albi, Ervin, and Gerion have been praised for their hiking skill and cultural insight. Expect long, steep days and basic rooms.

“The Albanian Alps is certainly breathtaking and a must see for adventurous travelers. My mountain guide Albi is very knowledgeable in Albanian culture and history so I learned a lot from him during the hike. I am so grateful not only to enjoRead more”

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Peaks of the Balkans - Cerem and Doberdol take you farther from the easy route
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Peaks of the Balkans

5.Peaks of the Balkans

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 10 days (approx.) · from $1,384

Join Wilderness Balkans for a 10-day trek through the Accursed Mountains of Albania, Kosovo, and Montenegro. Starting in Shkodër, you’ll hike from Theth through Valbona, Cerem, Doberdol, Milishefc, Plav, Vuthaj, and more. Adriatik Gacaferi and his team arrange stays, meals, transport, permits, and route support for groups of up to 10.

“Adriatik is a wonderful guide. I would highly suggest taking a tour with him! He will tell you the history of the area and make sure the trip goes smoothly. The peaks of the balkans are beautiful and I hope to come back and hike more.”

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Self – Guided Peaks of the Balkans tour in 10 days - Day 2: Maja e Berizhdolit and the Albanian Alps
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Self – Guided Peaks of the Balkans tour in 10 days

6.Self – Guided Peaks of the Balkans tour in 10 days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $1,718

Spend 10 days hiking the Peaks of the Balkans across Albania, Montenegro, and Kosovo. Choose Balkans arranges transport, border permits, nine nights of simple lodging, and daily route support from Brikena and her team. Expect demanding hikes, shepherd huts, alpine lakes, Theth, Valbona, Gjeravica, and basic rooms shared with other hikers.

“Ten days in the Peaks of the Balkan. We had a really good time. The scenery is awesome, such a great environment. Stayed at local guest houses. They were clean, tidy, nice and a great hospitality from the staff. We traveled with Choose BRead more”

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Small Group Hiking Tour; Peaks of the Balkans Trail in 7 Days - Day 3: The old mule trail over Valbona Pass
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Small Group Hiking Tour; Peaks of the Balkans Trail in 7 Days

7.Small Group Hiking Tour; Peaks of the Balkans Trail in 7 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $1,992

This seven-day trek links Albania, Montenegro, and Kosovo on foot, with pickup from Tirana or Podgorica, a maximum group of 10, and overnight stays in guesthouses and shepherd huts. Expect long mountain days, shared rooms, border crossings, local transport, and guidance from a professional leader. Saimir is one guide named in recent tour feedback.

“Great experience with CB and amazing Tour Guide (Samir). CB helped us deal with lost luggage and last minute itinery changes so our trip webt smoothly. Samir is a great guide with a wonderful manner who is professional and most knowledgeable. Highly reccomend!”

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Semi-Private Hiking Tour; Peaks of the Balkans in 10 days - Day 1: Tamarë waterfalls and the meadows of Lëpushë
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Semi-Private Hiking Tour; Peaks of the Balkans in 10 days

8.Semi-Private Hiking Tour; Peaks of the Balkans in 10 days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $1,964

This 10-day trek from Tirana crosses Albania, Montenegro, and Kosovo on foot, with guides such as Ervin or Valentin, simple guesthouses, shepherd huts, and daily hikes of up to eight hours. You will see Talijanka, the Blue Eye of Theth, Valbona Pass, Gjeravica, and Prizren. Strong fitness and flexible plans are essential.

“Choose Balkans team offered from the first moment till end of our 10 days hiking trip premium service. We had experienced drivers for transports, a professional guide and 24/7 support by the team. The guest houses were clean, the hosts friendly and food excellent.”

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Semi-Private Tour of The Balkans from Tirana to Dubrovnik / Split - Tirana: Albanian food, coffee, and the communist past
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Semi-Private Tour of The Balkans from Tirana to Dubrovnik / Split

9.Semi-Private Tour of The Balkans from Tirana to Dubrovnik / Split

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $2,754

Travel in a group of up to 10 from Tirana through Albania, Kosovo, Montenegro, and Bosnia and Herzegovina to Dubrovnik or Split. Expect 3-star hotels, seven breakfasts, private transport, a tour leader, border crossings, local food stops, Kruja Bazaar, Kotor, Mostar, Sarajevo, and Blagaj. Guides associated with the experience include Besa and Sirma.

“We enjoyed our time in Albania so much. Choose Balkans staff especially Sirma, she was very friendly and helpful. We would definitely return and book with Choose Balkans Again”

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Peaks of the Balkans - 8 Days Tour - Day 1: Komani Lake and the first taste of Valbona
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Peaks of the Balkans – 8 Days Tour

10.Peaks of the Balkans – 8 Days Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $1,272

Walk the Peaks of the Balkans across Albania, Kosovo, and Montenegro in a group of up to eight. You’ll cross remote passes, sleep in village guesthouses, ride the Komani Lake ferry, and finish in Theth and Shkoder. Guides connected with the operator include Daniel, Redi, Andi, and Erin.

“Amazing tour, especially because of the people and the views. The people in the group were amazing, and I think this is always the case. And man, the two tour guides, Daniel and Redi: so much fun, responsibility, knowledge about history and nature,... I only wished there would have been a little bit more hiking instead of city sightseeing”

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Small Group Tour; The Balkans & Central Europe - Tirana to Vienna - Montenegro’s Adriatic views and Kotor’s stone lanes
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Small Group Tour; The Balkans & Central Europe – Tirana to Vienna

11.Small Group Tour; The Balkans & Central Europe – Tirana to Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $4,876

Travel from Tirana to Vienna in a group of no more than 10, with private transport, a tour leader, 3-star hotels, breakfast, and entry fees included. The route covers Kruja, Prizren, Kotor, Mostar, Sarajevo, Belgrade, Budapest, Bratislava, and more, with free time for local food, wine, cafés, and independent exploring.

“Amazing places, rich historic and cultural heritage. Choose Balkans is THE tour operator for the region. Highly professional with knowledgeable people.”

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12 Day Self-guided Tour: Peaks of the Balkans - Day 3: The hard climb over Valbona Pass
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12 Day Self-guided Tour: Peaks of the Balkans

12.12 Day Self-guided Tour: Peaks of the Balkans

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $1,186

Spend 12 days hiking the Accursed Mountains across Albania, Montenegro, and Kosovo. You’ll cross Valbona Pass, visit Theth’s Blue Eye, sleep in shepherds’ huts, and reach Tromedja’s three-country border point. Shared lodging, breakfasts, transport, and border permits are included. Expect long days, basic rooms, and a small group of up to 10 people.

“A trip of a lifetime. We were expertly guided each day on the walks by Daniel, managing not only the directions but also ensuring we rehydrated, rested and refuelled sufficiently to really enjoy the challenge. He also told us so much about the Read more”

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Balkans in 3 Days;Semi – Private Tour Dedicated Tour Leader & Car - Ohrid, the lake city of churches
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Balkans in 3 Days;Semi – Private Tour Dedicated Tour Leader & Car

13.Balkans in 3 Days;Semi – Private Tour Dedicated Tour Leader & Car

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $945

Cover four Balkan destinations in three days from Tirana with a dedicated tour leader and private car. Visit Berat Castle, Ohrid, Matka Canyon, Skopje’s Old Bazaar, and Prizren’s Sinan Pasha Mosque. The tour includes two hotel nights, breakfast, entry tickets, road costs, and pickup on request.

“- The trip was intense and pleasant. Guide Erald was attentive and drove well. The transport car was comfortable. I recommendAuto-translated”

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