Albania

Albania is the next hot destination for an alternative Euro-summer trip.

We’ve spent over two months exploring all Albania has to offer, from the brilliant blue beaches in the Albanian Riviera to the majestic mountains in the North.

Read our guides to learn everything you need to know about where to hike, swim, stay, and eat in Albania.

Itineraries and Trip Planning

  • The city of Gjirokaster, Albania is covered in a light fog at sunset. There are a lot of green trees on the hills below the mountains and white buildings in the distance. Be sure to visit if you have 2 weeks in Albania.
  • A girl in white shorts and a black tank top is walking on rocks towards a shoreline. The rocks are a light grey and the turqoise sea is crystal clear
  • The picture is taken from behind a fence in a field in Theth. The alps are in the background and Theth church is in the foreground.

5 Days – Perfect Albania Itinerary: How to Spend 5 Days in Albania

7 Days – Albania Itinerary 7 Days: A Perfect First-Time Route

10 Days – 10 Days in Albania: The Perfect Itinerary for Paradise

14 Days – 2 Weeks in Albania: An Itinerary For An Epic Adventure

Northern Albania – Spectacular Northern Albania – A 10 Day Itinerary

South Albania – South Albania Itinerary: Beaches, Castles & Culture

Destinations and Regional Guides

  • The city of Berat sits below the Berat Castle, green trees on the mountain and a blue sky above.
  • A picture of a girl in a red hat leaning on a walking stick with the Albanian Alps in the background on a hike from Theth to Valbona. Wearing an Osprey bag, a great gift for budget travelers
  • White buildings with pink flowers hanging from them line the streets of Gjirokaster, Albania. The city is very green, with many trees around the city and on the mountains.

North & Central Albania

Spectacular Northern Albania – A 10 Day Itinerary

Valbona Pass Hike: The Best Trek in Northern Albania

Where to Stay in Theth: Best Value Guesthouses

8 Best Things To Do in Shkoder: A Local-Style City Guide

Things to Do in Berat: 10 Impressive Must-See Spots

Southern Albania

South Albania Itinerary: Beaches, Castles & Culture

Things to Do in Gjirokaster: Your Guide to A Charming City

10 Best Himarë Beaches: Local Tips & Hidden Gems

Food, Culture & Logistics

  • A girl is smiling at the camera whilst eating lentil soup at a guesthouse in Theth. There is cheese and salad also on the table
  • A close up of byrek, a classic Albanian dish. It is a puff pastry filled with meat, sliced and piled onto a plate
  • A typical view in Gjirokaster, Albania. There are mountains lined with clouds in the background. In the foreground is a pine tree on the left, then a slightly smaller mosque to the right of the tree. This is a must-stop destination on an Albania itinerary 7 days.

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Albanian Buses: 23 Travel Tips You Need to Know