First impressions of Albania


Trip description

This first idea of residence leaves Tirana, the capital of Albania. One week makes it possible to browse the most symbolic and important places in Albania, allowing a good first impression of that country.

Day 1: Arrival in Tirana

Day 2: Ancient city of Lezha and ancient capital of Kruja

Day 3: Port of Durrës

Day 4: Berat, a city with a troubled history

Day 5: Gjirokastra, one of the most beautiful cities in Albania

Day 6: History, nature and relaxation between Saranda and Butrint

Day 7: Discovery of Mediterranean landscapes

Day 8: Excursion to the largest archaeological park in the country

Day 1 : Arrival in Tirana



Visit of Tirana, the capital. Night in Tirana. 




Day 2 : Ancient city of Lezha and ancient capital of Kruja

Day2 : Ancient city of Lezha and ancient capital of Kruja ©Céline CHAUDEAU


Walk in the towns of Kruja and Lezha, important places in Albanian history. Night in Lezha or Tirana. 




Day 3 : Port of Durrës

Day3 : Port of Durrës ©Céline CHAUDEAU


Discovery of Durrës, the country's largest port and second largest city. Then, direction Berat (UNESCO), night in Berat. 




Day 4 : Berat, a city with a troubled history

Day4 : Berat, a city with a troubled history ©Céline CHAUDEAU


In-depth exploration of Berat, also known as "the city of a thousand windows" (UNESCO). Night in Berat




Day 5 : Gjirokastra, one of the most beautiful cities in Albania

Day5 : Gjirokastra, one of the most beautiful cities in Albania ©Céline CHAUDEAU


Walk in the stone streets of Gjirokastra (UNESCO). Overnight in Gjirokastra




Day 6 : History, nature and relaxation between Saranda and Butrint

Day6 : History, nature and relaxation between Saranda and Butrint ©Aleksandr MJASNIKOV - Fotolia


Saranda, seaside resort and Butrint National Park (Unesco), night in Saranda.




Day 7 : Discovery of Mediterranean landscapes



Albanian Riviera. Overnight at Logara Pass




Day 8 : Excursion to the largest archaeological park in the country

Day8 : Excursion to the largest archaeological park in the country ©Julie Briard


Appolonie from Illyrie and return to Tirana.




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