Tirana to Shkoder

The 2-day tour combines the natural beauty of landscape of 2 countries, like Valbona River Valley, Koman "fjords" and Rugova Canyon or Gorge, with city sightseeing in Prizren old town and with their tasty local food.

This tour is designed to meet the requirements of history and archaeology lovers, but it is in the mean time perfect for nature lovers, active travelers and those who want to emerge more into the local culture. Choosing do this tour with us makes it possible for all types of travelers to have an unforgettable experience

Spend two days hiking in and around Komani Lake and Valbona Valley with a local guide. Designed to offer a combination of pristine nature and fantastic views of the Albanian Alps, the tour blends physical activity with ample time to soak up the local culture. Meals and an experienced guide are part of the package.

Everyone must go to Thethi. Theth is a wonderful village in northern Albania’s Shkodra region. Set among the peaks of the Shala mountains, Theth is isolated, and in times of snow, practically inaccessible. Edith Durham, a famous English traveler and writer on the Balkans, visited the area in 1908. She wrote of its seclusion: ‘I think no place where human beings live has given me such an impression of majestic isolation from the entire world. It is a spot where the centuries shrivel; the river might be the world’s well-spring, its banks the fit home of elemental instincts–passions that are red and rapid.’

Shkoder is one of the most beautiful cities in Albania. In the morning, you will visit Rozafa Castle. The castle is located on the top of the mountain and it has a stunning panoramic view of Shkoder city and the lake of Shkoder. Then, you will have the opportunity to visit the Venice Art Mask Factory, which has a collection of unique Venetian Masks. And we make a stop at the Marubi National Museum of Photography, which displays unique Albanian photographs dating back to 1850. You can also see the Mesi Bridge, which is a beautiful stone bridge build during the Turkish Ottoman empire. In the afternoon, you will have some free time to explore the Venetian style boulevard, the historical city center or Shkodra Lake. Hotel pick-up and drop off in Tirana included. All entrance fees to the museums mentioned included.

Less than two hours’ north of Tirana, Shkoder is known for its stunning natural setting, surrounded by the lakes and valleys of the Albanian Alps. On this tour, visit landmarks including Rozafa Castle, Shkodër Cathedral, and the Leaden Mosque; shop for souvenirs at the local bazaar, and tuck into a traditional Albanian lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant.

This 8-day tour program is designed to offer a combination of best historical UNESCO sites such as Berat, Gjirokastra and Butrint with traditions, local culture and culinary wonders. This tour of Albania takes you through some of the most beautiful national parks. During these eight days, you will be able to visit some medieval splendour cities such as Kruja, Berat and Gjirokaster and spectacular land and seascapes of Albania.

The two-day tour of Theth is a special interest hiking tour program exclusively designed to offer participants the best combination of pristine wild nature, an unforgettable view of the heart of the Albanian Alps, local folklore and traditions. During these two days you will be able to visit most of the attractions of Northern Albania, combining a variety of exciting outdoor activities with time to soak up the local culture.

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

According to Bradt Travel Guides, the Komani Lake journey is described as “one of the World’s greatest boat trips”. The tour to Koman Lake, Valbona and Theth is a special interest hiking tour program exclusively designed to offer participants the best combination of pristine wild nature, unforgettable ferry ride through the heart of the Albanian Alps, local folklore and traditions. During these three days you will be able to visit most of the attractions of Northern Albania, combining a variety of exciting outdoor activities with plenty of time to soak up the local culture.

Experience the Albanian mountains and hike through Valbona National Park on this 4-day guided tour with accommodation. Depart from your Tirana hotel and take a scenic ferry ride across Lake Koman. Send your baggage onto Theth and hike from Valbona with a small pack. Enjoy local food in guesthouses. Visit the Ethnographic Museum in Theth. Continue on to Shkoder and explore the city.

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.

We can say that Montenegro is small country but Montenegro is full of contrast. You can find on a lot of forums explanation as a “country where less is more”, “in one day mountain and sea coast”, “wild beauty”. One is for sure the country where you can get in love in a lot of different ways. We have made this three days tour as an idea to show you as much as possible, but still trough the eyes of locals with authentic spirit and spontaneous flow.

Taking an independent day trip to Shkodra from Tirana can be a headache by rental car or local bus. With this private tour, concentrate on the sights rather your phone, history books, or timetables. Absorb the scenery on route north to this ancient city with a driver-guide. Plus, be sure to cover the highlights, including Rozafa Castle, and hear their stories and secrets—background you could miss if exploring alone.

Visit Budva, the most attractive city of Montenegro, Sveti Stefan, the most extraordinary fortified island village, Old Town Kotor, a dramatic and delightful place where the past coexists with the present, Perast village, looking like a chunk of Venice and Porto Montenegro in Tivat, the marina and yachting paradise. Wander their streets to learn more about the history and culture of Montenegro.

Albania is one of Europe’s less explored gems, waiting to be discovered. During this 8 days / 7 nights guided tour you will visit the highlights of the country, learning about its history and traditions. Immerse yourself in the lively capital Tirana, being surrounded by mountains in Shkoder, explore three UNESCO sites Butrint, Berat and Gjirokastra, admire the Albanian Riviera, ancient archaeological sites & national parks, on a holiday in Albania.

Follow us on this full day guided tour from Tirana to discover the wonders of northern Albania. Visit Kruja, the ancient Albanian capital, the Skanderbeg Mausoleum in Lezhe, the Rozafa Castle in Shkoder and the village of Mes.

Shkodra. A city of culture, beauty, and pleasure. Shkodra is also a city of arts and crafts; a port of the trade from ancient times. Placed here from 2400 years, from Illyrians to nowadays Albanians it’s a city with deep routs and old traditions. As soon as you reach this city, you can feel the vibe. The choice of the attractions to visit in Shkodra is vast, and it will be impossible to see everything within a day, so here we give a few of the best attractions which are ‘a must to see.’ Shkodra is one of the best Albanian tours not to miss, but to explore, and to feel Albania in every step.

This 8-day tour program is tailored to offer its participants the best combination of historical sites of Albania and Kosovo, with some of the best national parks of these two Balkan countries. During these eight days, you will be able to visit the most important tourist attractions of Albania and Kosovo.

If you are looking forward to spend 2 days in a unique way, this tour is probably the best option if you are in Albania. relax yourselves with this two-day tour that will take you to some wonders of Albanian nature and landscapes. On the first day you will get to know the beauty of Lake Koman, Shala river and Shkoder. On the second day you will explore the village of Theth and the enchanted and wild valleys formed by the impervious northern Albanian Alps.

Meet your guide in the hotel and drive to Shkodra, the Illyrian capital, in the 3rd century BC. Visit Rozafa Castle with wonderful around. Continue to town for a visit at the Marubi Photographic Museum with a selection of prints of negatives, illustrating the life of the population of the area in second half of the 19th century. Take a walk in the pedestrian area of Italian and Austrian architecture. Proceed to Kruja – the centre of Albanian resistance against the Turks under our national hero Scanderbeg who earned the title “Champion of Christ” given by the Pope. Lunch in Kruja Castle. Afterwards we visit the Skanderbeg Museum, a very rich Ethnographic Museum and the Old Bazaar where handmade souvenirs can be purchased. Return in Tirana.

This tour will start from the Capital of Albania and will be concentrated mostly on walking and hiking in the mountains of the northern Albanian Alps. You will have the chance of discovering stunning northern Albanian history and legends, History of Kruja, the magical Thethi village, and Shkodra, which used to be the old Capital of the Ancient Illyrian Empire. You will have a stunning Panoramic view during your hike, tasting of traditional Albanian food, and a lot of fresh air, also having an experience of ferry ride back to Shkodra. Have a traditional lunch in a famous restaurant near Shkodra and then go back to Tirana. In the second part of the tour, you will visit the most Attractive Historical city’s in the south of Albania, Including National Parks, Castles, Archaeological sites, and one of a kind beaches of Albania. If you love hiking activity, beaches and discovering new cultures, this is the tour for you!

This private tour is customized to brings the best of Albanian culture and heritage.During the tour, visits of the cities are fused with everyday life activities. In this way everyone is welcomed to live into fullest the Albanian Adventure.

The Peaks of the Balkans are a collection of beautiful and spectacular mountains shared between Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro. In 10 days, you will cross the border multiple times, go from one extraordinary landscape to the other and experience life away from civilization. An adventure exploring some of the most beautiful mountain peaks in the world!