Tirana Sightseeing Trips

A fab tour from Explore. Their tour leaders are always so passionate and enthusiastic and group sizes are not too big. This trip allows you to experience the beauty and diversity of Albania and understand the ongoing political and economic struggles the country has been through with centuries of occupation by the likes of the Ottoman Empire, the Romans and then at the hands of Communist Communism. Albania is now able to show off its beauty and is increasing it tourism offering. A hidden gem.

The white water rafting was fairly calm in August, but one of the highlights of the trip. Great to see so much of Albania at the same time as doing lots of activities with our great tour leader, Tedi. Gjirokaster very pretty and Tirana, although not a large capital, was very safe and interesting to explore by ourselves at the end of the tour. Hadn't realised how safe Albania was. Tirana and Gjirokaster very cheap, €1 for a large scoop of amazing ice cream, and €5-€10 for some lovely main courses, but more expensive by the coast. Just a pity smoking allowed everywhere outside in restaurants. Definitely worth always carrying some cash, Euros and a very small amount of Albanian Lek. Euros widely accepted, in fact seemed preferred in all but entrance fees to historic places and bus fares where Lek were essential. Equivalent of 40p for a half hour public bus ride. Bus conductors so friendly and helped us get off at the right stop. Change always given in Lek, but with lots of €10 Euro notes and a bit of planning, not left stuck with a whole load of Albanian currency at the end of the trip. (Changed my €100 notes obtained in the UK into €10 notes at the same time as changing about £100 into Albania Lek in Tirana where there are several money changing places in the central area).

This Balkans trip was one of the best tours I have ever joined. It had the perfect combination of nature and history. Our guide Ana was amazing 🤩. Thank you Ana and her outstanding tour company for this amazing adventure.

"People are very supported and the whole program is very organised. The guides are friendly and very responsible. I’d definitely love to join another trip with this company. Thanks Alb and Arton my beloved guides!!"

Had an absolute blast during my visit in late February. Although prior to travelling everyone kept telling me you’re travelling in the wrong season nonetheless Berkana and Ana were off tremendous help ensuring I got to see Albania outside of the capital. Working their magic and working out routes that are supposingly closed due to tourist low season. I was fortune enough to have Ana as tour guide throughout my 4 tours with them hands down the best tour guide I have ever came across throughout my long travels. She’s very informative, outgoing and extremely patriotic so you could easily spot how passionate she is with what she loves doing. I was honestly out spending some good quality time with a close friend♥️ she’s also extremely multitalented videographer, photographer, and if you’re lucky enough she might bust out some of her phenomenal passion to dance moves😉 a 100% will be back in the summer to explore more and definitely with them. Words can’t express how thankfully I am🙏🏻

Sirma was terrific. She took us to little out of the way places (like the Kommittee bar) and really gave us a good overview of the city, Tirana history, etc. We wanted to sample some local cuisine and we definitely did (yum, barek). Highly recommend!