Top Tirana Day Trips

The Cape of Rodon is an area of outstanding natural beauty and relaxation, with castles and churches infused with fascinating histories. This narrow strip of land, in the shape of a peninsula, extends along the Adriatic Sea, and offers not only beautiful views but several crucial historical and cultural monuments. Many tourists choose to visit the Cape of Rodon during the spring season as it is shrouded in a beautiful cornucopia of flowers (click here for the video), while in the summer, they choose it to enjoy the beautiful virgin beaches and fine-grained sand.

Discover the UNESCO-listed city of Berat on a day trip from Tirana. Explore the historic neighborhoods of Mangalemi, Gorica, and Kala; admire architectural landmarks including Berat Castle, the Red Mosque, and St. Trinity Church; visit the Museum of Iconography and National Ethnographic Museum; and enjoy some free time to sightsee independently or shop for souvenirs.

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Visiting the historical Ottoman town of Berat from Tirana is tricky without hiring a car. On this full-day tour, travel to Berat with ease in the company of a guide. Depart from your Tirana hotel and head to Berat. Stop at places that include the medieval castle district, ancient churches, and mosques.

Venture outside the capital city and see more of Albania on this day tour that visits three neighboring cities. Travel to Elbasan to see its namesake 15th-century castle, and Struga, a popular tourist destination. Then it’s on to Ohrid, one of the country’s main religious centers. Here you will tour several ancient churches and historical sites.

Learn more about Kosovan culture and history on this full-day tour to Prizren and Pristina from Tirana. Benefit from your private guide’s undivided attention and explore at your own pace, stopping off at attractions such as the Gračanica Monastery, Sinan Pasha Mosque, and Albanian League of Prizren Museum. Avoid hidden costs with round-trip transfer and admission fees included as per itinerary.

A mix of history, culture and in-depth exploration of Albania’s communist past, this tour provides a comprehensive overview of Tirana, particularly for first-time visitors. Visit the National Theater of Opera and Ballet, National History Museum, House of Leaves, the Enver Hoxha Pyramid, the Clock Tower of Tirana, and several other notable landmarks. Lunch and a sampling of rakia—a strong Albanian alcoholic beverage—are included.

Meet your host at a local market to gather ingredients, then enjoy a private cooking lesson where you’ll learn to prepare three traditional Albanian dishes. Taste several appetizers and beverages and learn about Albanian cuisine and culinary traditions. This is a good tour for foodies and travelers who enjoy meeting new people.

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This tour program offers an exclusive and unforgettable experience of visiting the beautiful Albanian Riviera. During this tour you will discover unexplored beaches, wild nature, lovely hidden pebble bays, crystal clear waters, isolated old churches and hidden caves used by pirates back in the days. We will leave the port at Vlora and start our boat tour adventure on the beautiful Adriatic and Ionian Sea. These two seas meet at this exact point. We will sail towards Sazani Island, a former military base during the communist era in Albania. This small island has only recently been opened for the general public and tourists, as until 2016 it was strictly restricted to get near it. Around noon, we will stop for lunch at Shën Vasili Bay (or any other bay you choose) and enjoy swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the two seas. After enjoying this unforgettable experience by the seaside, we drive back to Tirana in the late afternoon.

Travel roughly three hours north of the capital to Prizren, a historic city located on the banks of the Bistrica River. Admire the juxtaposition of ancient architecture beside modern buildings and industries. Highlights of the tour include Sinan Pasha Mosque, the Church of Our Lady Ljevis, Prizren Fortress, and the Albanian League of Prizren, an archeological museum boasting many ancient artifacts from the region.

Historic Kruje & Mt Sarisalltik Full day with Lunch Included Experience Kruje with an expert local guide, all inclusive day tour with no hidden cost. Amazing views, castles, museums, markets and more all in one unique and unforgettable tour. Affordable and easy. Join Inspire ME World for your visit to this ancient city

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Active travelers who want to spend time out in nature will love this day tour to Bovilla from Tirana. Start at beautiful Bovila Lake, from where you'll hike up to Mount Gamti. The hike isn't too long or challenging and the views are spectacular. On the way back, cool off with a swim in the river if you like.

Travel to the city of Kruja, about 12 miles (20 kilometers) north of Tirana. Visit the Skanderbeg Museum and the Old Bazaar. Enjoy a fresh fish lunch on the Lagoon of Patok, then it’s on to Durrës, known for its colossal Roman amphitheater. Explore the grounds and check out the city’s street art. A highlight is having coffee atop the Venetian Tower of Durres.

Go beyond Tirana to discover more of Albania on this day trip to Shkodër, Lezhe, and Kruje. Led by a professional guide, the trip showcases the history and archaeology of the cities and their sights. You'll visit landmarks like Rozafa Castle, Gjuhadol, and the Castle of Kruja, and get the lowdown on the storied monuments as you explore.

The UNESCO World Heritage site of Berat is renowned for its striking Ottoman architecture and unique tiered houses. On this tour, explore the historic neighborhoods of Mangalemi, Gorica, and Kala; admire landmarks including Berat Castle, King Mosque, and Gorica Bridge; and visit the Onufri Museum and National Ethnographic Museum.

Swap bustling Tirana for sprawling beaches and Adriatic views on this small-group tour to the Albanian Riviera. Travel the distance comfortably via air-conditioned vehicle, then dedicate a full day to swimming, sunbathing, and soaking up the views at two of the region’s best beaches. Lounger rental and lunch at a local restaurant are both included, so you can travel light with just your swimming costume, towel, and camera.

Spend a day discovering the history of two of Albania’s oldest towns and Preza Castle without the inconveniences of self-drive or public transportation on this private tour from Tirana. With a driver-guide providing historical detail and stories you might not hear if alone, make tracks for Kruja to explore its castle and old bazaar. After a stop to admire medieval Preza Castle, continue to seaside Durres to view its 2nd-century amphitheater and other attractions before your return.

This is ideal if you’re looking to explore the shores of North Macedonia’s Lake Ohrid from Tirana. Save hours researching a self-drive sightseeing route and relax with a guide and comprehensive itinerary that ensure you experience and learn about all the must-see sights. Visit UNESCO-listed Ohrid, St. Naum Monastery and Lin, discover beautiful Pogradec and admire serene Lake Ohrid on route. A group limit of eight people and hotel pickup and drop-off lend a personalized feel to the tour.

Go on an in-depth exploration of Shkoder on this full-day tour. Depart from your hotel in an air-conditioned coach with a driver-guide and make your way to Lezha. Wander through the historical city and visit its prehistoric castle. Continue downhill to Shkoder, where you can visit Rozafa Castle, a Catholic cathedral, the Museum of the Cathedral, the main mosque, a major pedestrian boulevard, and more.

The medieval town of Kruja lies just one hour north of the Albanian capital, Tirana, and this full-day tour visits both. Spend the morning in Kruja, visit Kruja castle and the Scanderbeg Museum, and browse the stalls at the Old Bazaar. In the afternoon, return to Tirana, where highlights include Skanderbeg Square, the Clock Tower, Et’hem Bey Mosque, and the Blloku district.

See one of the oldest cities in Albania's History including lunch. On this tour we will visit one of the cities at the center of Albania’s urban culture. The old town is littered with pastel colored buildings, the castle overlooking the lake and famous Mesi bridge built in the 1800's to connect Albania’s highlands to the city. Our tour starts with hotel pick up before 8.00 am and we set off for the 2-hour drive to Shkodra. Passing through villages and countryside you will arrive almost at the northern most point of the border to Montenegro. Enjoy walking the lovely streets of the old town where we can view the Italian influenced architecture, Museums, castles, lakes and more. Minimum 2 to operate

Visit the newborn country and it's Cultural Capital Prizren, with its charming mosque- and church-filled old town shines with an enthusiasm that's infectious. Walkthrough the old town and enjoy the Ottoman architecture. Go inside Sinan Pasha Mosque dating from 1615, the Sinan Pasha Mosque is the most important in Prizren, and it sits right at the heart of the old town, overlooking the river and the town's Ottoman Bridge. Hike up from Prizren's old town to the Castle for the superb views over the city and on into the distance Visit Albanian League of Prizren -In the late 19th century the Albanian League was established in Prizren to push for greater rights for the town's Albanian community. Visit the St George Cathedral and take your free time to enjoy the atmosphere of the city meanwhile you are having a cafe close to the stone bridge Guided Tour History&Culture Heritage&Architecture Religious Customized tour ( you can customize this tour )

As the capital city of the Republic of Kosovo, it is the center of cultural and artistic development of all Albanians that live in Kosovo. The centre of Prishtina is full of fascinating architecture- modern EU or US funded towers full of glass and steel, sitting next to ageing Yugoslavian Communist era blocks that would have once housed ‘the workers’. With a fascinating and admittedly troubled past, Kosovo is now welcoming almost 200,000 visitors each year and this trend is set to continue as word gets out about its trendy, low-cost, and quirky capital.