Simple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Comfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
Upscale 4-5 star hotels and lodges. Enjoy high-end service, refined comfort, and premium locations — ideal for travelers seeking extra indulgence.
Ready for a hiking adventure that spans four countries? The "Hiking the Balkans: Via Dinarica" tour is a challenging, 11-day trekking journey through the Western Balkans, perfect for thrill-seekers eager to discover untamed mountain landscapes. Begin in Split, Croatia, with an evening hike in Blidinje Nature Park, then explore Sarajevo’s rich history before tackling the glacial lakes of Durmitor National Park in Montenegro.
In Albania, experience village hospitality in Theth and embark on the renowned Valbona-Theth hike, ending with a scenic ferry ride to Koman. Blending culture, nature, and adventure, this tour’s standout feature is its cross-border exploration of the Dinaric Alps, offering a rare opportunity to experience the Balkans’ best trails in a single hiking trip package.
Trekking and HikingExplorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House, Bungalow, Home-stay
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Split, Tirana, Blidinje Nature P
Split, Tirana, Blidinje Nature Park, Sarajevo, Durmitor National Park, Prokletije, Valbona Valley National Park
Venture into the heart of the Balkans with the Kosovo, Albania & Macedonia Explorer—an off-the-beaten-path 15-day sightseeing tour. From Tirana’s lively streets to the serene shores of Lake Ohrid and the historic mosques of Prizren, this trip showcases the region’s rugged mountains, green valleys, and centuries-old monasteries.
Travelers will encounter a side of Europe untouched by mass tourism, where shepherds still roam the hills and Byzantine churches dot the landscape. With easy activity and a relaxed pace, the tour invites you to discover the Balkans’ enduring spirit and rich cultural tapestry.
The USP is clear: rare access to authentic Balkan life and landscapes, perfect for explorers seeking new stories and unexplored destinations in one comprehensive tour package.
Sightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Tirana, Skopje, Lake Ohrid, Shko
Tirana, Skopje, Lake Ohrid, Shkoder, Valbone, Pec, Prizren
Another spectacular trip with Explore. I highly recommend this company. As a solo female traveller they have never let me down. Explore is 100 % reliable.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Tirana, Kruje, Valbona Valley Na
Tirana, Kruje, Valbona Valley National Park, Shkoder, Durres, Lake Ohrid, Pristina, Peja, Prizren, Rahovec
This was an excellent walking trip in a really beautiful country. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and keen for us to have the best experience. We were a group of 5 very friendly and interesting people.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
16-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Tirana, Bay Of Vlora, Karaburun
Tirana, Bay Of Vlora, Karaburun Marine Park, Gjipe, Himara, Borsh, Qeparo
The experience of cycling in Albania was very interesting as far as seeing different parts of the country, interacting with Albanian people, learning about the culture and history and cycling through forests and fields and down to the beaches.
The cycling itself was quite hard in terms of the hills, but because of the bikes/gears it was very attainable. We were able to stop and rest, as necessary and always had support and encouragement from our guide and the van.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House, Bungalow
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Tirana, Korça, Germenj, Gjirokas
Tirana, Korça, Germenj, Gjirokaster, Saranda, Himara, Berat
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.
Sightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Short on time but eager to explore? The 'Balkan Dreams end Albania' tour is a 6-day city sightseeing journey from Zagreb to Tirana, covering Zagreb, Dubrovnik, and Sarajevo. Seniors will appreciate the thoughtfully organized hotels, transport, and meals, making travel effortless. The highlight: a concise, cross-country itinerary that provides a meaningful taste of the Balkans’ history and culture with maximum comfort.
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hostel, Hotel
Age Range
18-39 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
London, Paris, Provence, French
London, Paris, Provence, French Riviera, Florence, Rome, Lefkadas, Tirana, Dubrovnik, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Venice, Innsbruck, Vienna, Budapest, Bratislava, Prague, Krakow, Warsaw, Berlin, Amsterdam, San Sebastian, Barcelona