Albania Riviera –7 Days

Itinerary

Day 1: Rinas Airport –Tirana

Stop At: Dajti Adventure Park, Stacioni i poshtem i teleferikut, Komuna Linze, Mali I Dajtit, Albania
If time allows we can include the following activity: Cable Car to Dajti Mountain, which is one of the top Tirana’s attractions and one of the longest cableways in the Balkans. Next to have a guided walk of Tirana where we visit Tirana New Bazaar and Scanderbeg Square recently renovated giving a modern look to the capital city.
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel Kruja

Day 2: Tirana - Karavasta Lagoon - Llogara National Park

Stop At: Laguna e Karavastase, Karavasta Lagoon, Divjake-Karavasta National Park, Divjake Albania
After having morning breakfast, today we drive to the Divjaka region to visit the largest lagoon in Albania and one of the largest in the Mediterranean Sea, spanning in an area of 42 km2 (16 sq mi). There it is possible to see Dalmatian pelican; 6.4% of the Europe's population of the Dalmatian pelican is found in Karavasta Lagoon. In the afternoon we drive for about 2 hours to reach Llogara National Park where we will be accommodated for the night. Next, we can take a walk to the Ceasar Pass, which is about a 1-hour walk from Llogara Hotel. The accommodation will be at the Llogara National Park is known for its vibrant flora and fauna with over 100 different types of animals and birds including deer, wild cats, foxes, etc, where you can actually meet with the deer in person. The mixture of refreshing high altitude mountain air and the proximity of the sea makes it a very attractive destination for tourists. The area is also important for the growth of eco-tourism, picnic, hiking, and air sports.
2.5 hours visit the lagoon with a local guide (park ranger) 1-hour walk to Caesar’s pass
Driving times:
Tirana - Karavasta Lagoon- approx 1.40min
Karavasta Lagoon - Llogara National Park –approx 2.15 min
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Llogara Park -“Hotel Alpin”

Day 3: Llogara -Dhermi (Walking)-Himara

Stop At: Sh8, Llogara National Park Albania
Today's activity will be walking Llogara National Park descending to the coast. We start from the altitude of 1000m down to the coast. ( approx 4 hrs) Next, we will be taking the minivan to reach our hotel in Himara.
Activities: walking 4 hrs Driving distance: Dhermi-Himarahotel –16 km /approx 30 min
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight: Himara –Rapos Resort

Day 4: Himara -Jale Beach -GjipeBeach-Himara (Stand Up Paddle)

Stop At: Himare, Himare, Vlore County
Today we will travel to Jale beach ( approx 20 mins) driving along with the Albanian coastal towns where we will have the opportunity to stop and enjoy the amazing vistas of the Ionian Coastline.
When we reach Jalë beach we will paddle toward Gjipe beach which is a secluded beach. Getting there is possible either walking or using the stand-up paddles.
In Gjipe Beach we can spend the day relaxing and do a 1-hour walk inside the canyon. In the afternoon, we drive back to our accommodation.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Himara – Rapos Resort

Day 5: Himara village - Qeparo (Kayaking) Himara Village

Stop At: Qeparo Beach, Qeparo Albania
Today we will drive to the Peninsula of Porto Palermo. This day in a kayak will last about 5 hours and in this segment will be able to visit the largest number of small beaches.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Himara –Rapos Resort

Day 6: Himare Albania

Stop At: Himare, Himare, Vlore County
After a daily workout and breakfast, leave to Tirana city.
Upon arrival free time at your own in the city.

Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Tirana - Hotel Kruja or similar

Day 7: Departure Tirana

Stop At: Tirana, Tirana, Tirana County
After breakfast and day workout, as per departure flight timings transfer to the airport.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.