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Highlights
Vlorë: Join the family at Kantina and Ferma Dukat, a working farm in the hills of Vlorë. Share a traditional Albanian meal made with homegrown ingredients, from fresh cheese and byrek to olives and local wine. Hear how three generations have shaped this agritourism estate, rooted in seasonal farming and warm hospitality.
Tirana: Meet a local resident who will show you Skanderbeg Square and walk you through their home city as they share insights into life in the Albanian capital.
Tirana: Head underground at Bunk’Art, a former communist bunker turned museum.
Porto Palermo Bay: Albanian Riviera, views of Southern Adriatic & Ionian Seas, visit to Porto Palermo & Himare.
Porto Palermo Bay: Porto Palermo and step inside the 19th-century castle, built by an Ottoman Albanian ruler as a symbol of love for his wife, whilst taking in amazing views of the Ionian Sea.
Kotor: Take in the stunning surroundings of the Bay of Kotor.
Perast: Take a boat ride across the UNESCO-listed Bay of Kotor to the island of Our Lady of the Rocks, where you'll step inside its legendary church with your Local Specialist.
Dubrovnik: Explore the Pearl of the Adriatic with your Local Specialist during a sightseeing walk. Walk the stone-paved streets of the Old Town to see Onofrio's Fountain, Rector's Palace and the medieval city walls.
Berat: Meet Gladiola Çipi in her 250-year-old Ottoman-era home in UNESCO-listed Berat. As you sample rose juice, rakija and Turkish Delight, hear how she’s part of a growing movement of women in heritage tourism. By sourcing from local female producers, Gladiola helps create economic opportunities for women in rural Albania and preserves traditional skills through community support and storytelling. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality.
Explore Tirana, Albanian Riviera, Kotor and Dubrovnik
Visit the Bunk'Art Museum in Tirana, Porto Palermo Castle and Our Lady of the Rocks in Perast
View Skanderbeg Square in Tirana, Budva's old town, the Rector's Palace and city walls in Dubrovnik
Kotor: Take in the stunning surroundings of the Bay of Kotor.
Perast: Take a boat ride across the UNESCO-listed Bay of Kotor to the island of Our Lady of the Rocks, where you'll step inside its legendary church with your Local Specialist.
Dubrovnik: Explore the Pearl of the Adriatic with your Local Specialist during a sightseeing walk. Walk the stone-paved streets of the Old Town to see Onofrio's Fountain, Rector's Palace and the medieval city walls.
Berat: Meet Gladiola Çipi in her 250-year-old Ottoman-era home in UNESCO-listed Berat. As you sample rose juice, rakija and Turkish Delight, hear how she’s part of a growing movement of women in heritage tourism. By sourcing from local female producers, Gladiola helps create economic opportunities for women in rural Albania and preserves traditional skills through community support and storytelling. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality.
Explore Tirana, Albanian Riviera, Kotor and Dubrovnik
Visit the Bunk'Art Museum in Tirana, Porto Palermo Castle and Our Lady of the Rocks in Perast
View Skanderbeg Square in Tirana, Budva's old town, the Rector's Palace and city walls in Dubrovnik
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Discover the treasures of the Balkan Riviera on this unforgettable journey through Albania, Montenegro and Croatia. From Tirana to Dubrovnik, explore ancient towns, dramatic coastlines and cultural gems. Wander through Ottoman-era fortresses, cruise the Bay of Kotor and see the historic walls of Dubrovnik, soaking in the region’s rich history and breathtaking landscapes.
day 1 - Welcome to Tirana
A city of contrasts, Tirana welcomes you with bold colours, Ottoman relics and creative spirit. Get your bearings uncovering its hidden corners before meeting your fellow travellers and Travel Director for dinner in Albania's lively capital.
Meals:Dinner
Location Visited:Tirana
Accommodation:Hilton Garden Inn Tirana
day 2 - Sights of Tirana
Tirana's layered history comes to life as you explore with your Local Specialist. See Skanderbeg Square, where Albania's national hero takes centre stage, along with the Et'hem Bey Mosque and Clock Tower. Then, head underground at Bunk'Art, a former communist bunker turned museum. This afternoon, explore at your own pace or join an Optional Experience to Kruja, the historic hometown of Skanderbeg, who led Albania's resistance against the Ottoman Empire.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Tirana
Accommodation:Hilton Garden Inn Tirana
day 3 - To Ottoman Berat and on to Vlor Make Travel Matter
Travel through the hills of central Albania, passing vineyards and farmland on the way to Berat. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this town is known for its Ottoman-era houses stacked into the hillside, earning it the name City of a Thousand Windows'. Visit the hilltop citadel before meeting Gladiola ipi, where you'll sample rose juice, rakija and Turkish Delight as she shares the customs and stories that have shaped her family's life for generations. Continue to the coastal town of Vlor, where the Adriatic meets the Ionian Sea. This evening, enjoy a Be My Guest experience at Kantina & Ferma Dukat, a family-run farm where you'll share a home-cooked Albanian meal made with ingredients from the land, including olives, cheese, byrek and wine from their own vineyard.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Tirana, Berat, Vlorë
Accommodation:Vlora International
day 4 - Explore the Albanian Riviera
Set out from Vlor for a day exploring the Albanian Riviera with your Local Specialist. Soak up the charm of Himar and maybe take a dip at Spile Beach, shop for souvenirs or enjoy fresh local seafood. Then visit Porto Palermo and step inside the 19th-century castle, built by an Ottoman Albanian ruler as a symbol of love for his wife, whilst taking in amazing views of the Ionian Sea. After a day by the coast, it's back to Vlor for the evening.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Vlorë, Porto Palermo Bay, Himarë, Vlorë
Accommodation:Vlora International
day 5 - North to Montenegro
Travel north from the Albanian Riviera into Montenegro, where rugged mountains frame the coast. Stop en route for a traditional agrotourism lunch, prepared with organic produce grown on site and served with local hospitality. Continue to Budva, a coastal town known for its fortified Old Town and history as one of the oldest settlements on the Adriatic. After checking in, there's time to explore the surrounding area at your own pace visit the Old Town, walk along the seafront or take in the local atmosphere.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
Location Visited:Vlorë, Budva
day 6 - Discover Kotor and Budva
Explore the medieval town of Kotor, today, with your Local Specialist, winding through its cobbled streets and ancient city walls. Back in Budva, the afternoon is yours. You could stroll through the charming old town, unwind on the beach or join an Optional Experience on a happy hour boat cruise to uncover the hidden gems of the Budva Riviera.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Budva, Kotor, Budva
day 7 - Cross the Border to Croatia
Start your morning with a scenic boat ride across the UNESCO-listed Bay of Kotor to the island of Our Lady of the Rocks. Join your Local Specialist to step inside its famed church and hear the legend behind this unique pilgrimage site. Then travel through coastal landscapes as you cross the border into Croatia and continue into the Dalmatian region. After checking in and settling into your surroundings, the afternoon is yours to explore or relax. This evening, you may choose to join an Optional Experience sunset cruise along the Dalmatian coastline, complete with dinner on board and views of the coast bathed in golden light.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Budva, Perast, Dubrovnik
Accommodation:City
day 8 - Discover Dubrovnik
Join a guided walking tour of UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik this morning with a Local Specialist. Explore its centuries-old streets, admire views of the city walls and hear stories of the republic that once ruled these shores. You'll have time to walk the ramparts or find some familiar scenes from Game of Thrones. In the early afternoon, you might choose to join an Optional Experience to the nearby coastal town of Cavtat, with a chance to sample local wines. Come together with your Travel Director and fellow travellers for dinner to celebrate the highlights and memories of your trip.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Dubrovnik
Accommodation:City
day 9 - Farewell Dubrovnik
With unforgettable memories of the Balkan Riviera, it's time to say goodbye to Dubrovnik as you depart for your journey home.
