Tirana to Corfu: Ancient Towns & the Albanian Riviera Tour with 4 Reviews by G Adventures

7 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

16 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 39 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Tirana, Albania

Ends

Corfu, Greece

Highlights

Sample local cuisine with a cooking class in Tirana.

Explore Krujë and climb up to the top of the old town's castle.

Be Immersed in the local culture with a hike to a shepherd outpost.

Check out Himarë and Corfu with free time to personalize your adventure or relax

Itinerary

Ready for a whirlwind journey through Albania and Greece? The "Tirana to Corfu: Ancient Towns & the Albanian Riviera" trip is a seven-day easy-paced explorer tour, designed for young adventurers. Savor new flavors in a Tirana cooking class, climb medieval castles, wander the storied windows of Berat, and cruise the breathtaking Albanian Riviera. Experience traditional mountain life with a shepherd hike and unwind on Corfu’s sunlit beaches. This tour’s USP is its vibrant mix of hands-on local experiences and natural beauty—offering travelers a taste of Balkan life and coastal relaxation in one seamless package.

day 1 - Tirana

Arrive at any time, and welcome to Albania's capital! After a welcome briefing, in the evening head out with your CEO on a brief orientation walk to get to know Tirana a little better. Walk through Skanderbeg Square and see the Et'hem Bey Mosque, famous for the clock tower that is the symbol of the city. Enjoy an optional dinner out and take the rest of the evening to relax with new friends.

Included Activities:Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr, Orientation Walk Tirana, Connect With New Friends

day 2 - Tirana

There is no better way to get to know a country than to dive head first into their cuisine. Connect with your fellow travellers and learn about the local specialties with an immersive cooking class this morning, ending with a well-deserved and delicious lunch. Enjoy the rest of the Day for yourself to explore the city or explore museums, like Bunk'Art 1 or 2 which are located in underground nuclear bunkers.
Tirana is known for it's colourful Ottoman, Fascist, and Soviet era architecture. Skanderbeg Square acts as the city's focal point, surrounded by pastel buildings. On the square's north end is the modernist National History Museum, covering prehistoric times through Communist rule and the anti-Communist uprisings of the 1990s.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Included Activity:Tirana Cooking Class Duration : 4.0 hr

day 3 - Tirana/Berat

Head from Tirana to Berat today with a stop in Kruje along the way. Stretch your legs with a walk around town, one of the most historically significant villages in the country. Nestled in the foothills of the Albanian Alps, this little village is steeped in history and is the epicentre of Albania's independence from the Ottoman Empire. Explore the small centre, roam around one of the country's oldest bazaars, and climb to the Krujë Castle. Upon arrival in Berat, head out with your CEO on a walking tour of the city and the Berat Castle, then enjoy the rest of the evening free.
Berat is known as the "Town of a Thousand Windows", due to the large windows found on old, decorated houses overlooking the town.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 3.5 hr Distance : 165 km

Included Activities:Kruje Entrance Fees Duration : 1.5 hr, Berat Walking Tour Duration : 1.5 hr

day 4 - Berat/Himarë

Transfer to Himarë today with a stop at the Vjosë-Nartë Delta Protected Area. Check out the natural beauty of the wetlands and coastal lagoons and see an old Byzantine monastery before continuing the drive to the beautiful beach town of Himarë. After settling into the hotel, set off on a walk with your CEO to explore the old town before an optional dinner out with the group and free evening.
The Old City of Himare and its commanding hilltop castle stand as testament to the rich historical legacy of Albania. Dating back to Illyrian times, these ancient structures are revered as vital historical landmarks. The old town surrounds the castle and the Spilea coastal area serving as both a tourist hub and an economic centre.

Meal:Breakfast

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 3.25 hr Distance : 175 km

Included Activities:Visit the Vjosë-Nartë Delta Protected Area: Duration : 1.5 hr, Himarë Walking Tour Duration : 1.0 hr

day 5 - Himarë

Experience authentic Albanian culture today on a hike to a shepherd outpost in the mountains. Start walking from the community of Tragjas, heading up the mountain to meet the local shepherds who will share their time with us. Learn about their traditional life in the mountains and enjoy a delicious typical lunch before hiking back down to the bus for the trip back to Himarë. The rest of the Day is free to explore more of the town or just relax on the beach.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 1.5 hr Distance : 50 km

Included Activity:Hike to a Shepherd Outpost with Lunch Duration : 5.0 hr - 6.0 hr Distance : 5 km

day 6 - Himarë/Corfu

Head down the coast to the town of Sarandë to catch the ferry to Greece, and the island of Corfu. Transfer to the hostel and settle in with time to relax before heading out in the evening for an optional farewell dinner and a Big Night Out at a couple of bars with your new friends on this Greek Island paradise.

Meal:Breakfast

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 1.5 hr Distance : 55 km, Ferry

Included Activity:Big Night Out

day 7 - Corfu

Depart at any time. Make sure to say goodbye to your new friends and snap any final photos before heading out.

Meal:Breakfast

Included Activity:Departure Day

Tirana to Corfu: Ancient Towns & the Albanian Riviera

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (5 nts, twin share), hostel (1 nt. multi share with 4-5 people).

Meals

6 breakfasts, 3 lunches
Note: Allow USD105-140 for meals not included.

Transport

Private bus, public bus, walking, ferry.

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Included activities

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour First Night Out Moment: Connect With New FriendsYour Foodie Moment: Tirana Cooking Class, TiranaYour Local Living Moment: Hike to a Shepherd Outpost with Lunch, TragjasYour Big Night Out Moment: CorfuOrientation walk of TiranaExplore Kruje on footWalking tour of Berat including the castleVisit the coastal wetlands of the Vjosë-Nartë Delta Protected AreaWalking tour of HimarëTransport to/from all included activities and between all destinations

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