Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an exhilarating 8-day cycling tour across the breathtaking landscapes of Albania. This multi-day tour offers an immersive experience into the country's rich history, diverse culture, and stunning natural beauty. From the tranquil shores of Lake Ohrid to the historic town of Berat, each day presents a new adventure. Cycle through sprawling mountains, barren rock landscapes, wildflower-strewn valleys, and along the stunning Albanian Riviera. Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites, explore charming towns, and savor traditional Albanian cuisine. This tour is perfect for those with a love for cycling, history, and nature.
Included
A key facet of our responsible approach to tourism is that we encourage our groups to eat in local restaurants that prepare locally grown food. We give customers choice as to their meals and do not use rather bland and impersonal hotel restaurants or all- inclusive options
7 Breakfasts
3 Dinners
vegetarian, vegan, meat
Bus, Bicycle
1 nights standard guesthouse
6 nights standard hotel
Standard - Our mid-range accommodation offers a good level of service often with other amenities such as a restaurant, bar, garden or swimming pool. Generally rooms will be comfortable with en-suite facilities
Tour Leaders are quite simply the glue that holds our tours together. They are chosen for their travel experience and people skills and are thoroughly trained by Explore, widely acknowledged as some of the best training in the industry. A Tour Leader's ultimate aim is to ensure everyone is well looked after and have a fantastic trip. They are there to ensure that the tour logistics run smoothly, that health and safety is adhered to and provide comprehensive briefings at the beginning and throughout the tour.
All accommodation, activities and meals that are shown in the itinerary are included in the total cost of your trip You will also receive a complimentary transfer to and from the airport if you arrive on day 1 of the trip and depart on the last day and have provided your international flight information.
Destinations
Ohrid
Tirana
Sarandë
Gjirokastra
Bashkia PogradecMap
Attractions
Castle of Gjirokastra
Butrint National Park
Llogara National ParkDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Tirana to Pogradec
- Bashkia Pogradec
- Tirana - Arrival day
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The tour commences at Tirana International Airport at 1pm. From there, we journey together to our hotel in Pogradec, located on the serene shores of Lake Ohrid. The journey, including a lunch break, takes approximately three and a half hours. Please ensure your flight arrives no later than 12pm.
Day 2 – Day 2: Pogradec to Korça
- Ohrid
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We kickstart our cycling adventure from Lake Ohrid, ascending to a plateau that offers panoramic views of the lake and surrounding mountains. We then pedal towards Korça, passing vast fields and small farms. Upon arrival in Korça, we check into our hotel. The cycling distance for the day is approximately 50 kilometers.
Day 3 – Day 3: Korça to Germenj
Day 3: Korça to Germenj
- Prespa National Park
- Parku Rinia
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Leaving Korça, we cycle through a landscape of barren rock and wildflowers, ascending into the heart of the Gramos Mountains and over the Barmash Pass to reach Germenj. We spend the night in cozy wooden bungalows and enjoy a traditional home-cooked dinner. The cycling distance for the day is approximately 72 kilometers.
Day 4 – Day 4: Germenj to Gjirokastër
- Gjirokastra
- Përmet
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- Castle of Gjirokastra
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We cycle from Germenj to a high plateau, reaching the source of the River Vjosa and descending through its gorge to Leskovik. We then continue to Permet and finally to the historic town of Gjirokastër, a UNESCO Heritage site. After checking into our hotel, we explore the town's historic heart and its stunning Ottoman architecture. The cycling distance for the day is approximately 58 kilometers.
Day 5 – Day 5: Gjirokastër to Saranda
- Sarandë
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- Blue Eye
- Butrint National Park
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We start the day with a downhill ride from Muzina Pass to the Blue Eye, the source of the river Bistrica. We then encircle the lagoon of Butrint National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before continuing to Saranda where we spend the evening at the waterfront. The cycling distance for the day is approximately 67 kilometers.
Day 6 – Day 6: Saranda to Himara
- Sarandë
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We cycle along the Albanian Riviera, passing through the villages of Piqeras and Lukova on our way to Himara. The route offers stunning views of the mountain scenery to the right and the sea to the left. We spend the night in Himara, with the afternoon free to relax on the beach. The cycling distance for the day is approximately 55 kilometers.
Day 7 – Day 7: Himara to Berat
- Drymades
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- Llogara National Park
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Our last day of cycling takes us through woodlands, gorges, and around hairpin bends. We pass the old fortress of Ali Pasha of Tepelena and the picturesque village of Dhermi before ascending to the Llogara Pass. From there, we descend into Llogara National Park and end our cycling adventure in Radhime. We then drive to Berat, the most beautiful town in Albania, arriving around 6pm. The cycling distance for the day is approximately 65 kilometers.
Day 8 – Day 8: Berat to Tirana
- Tirana - Departure day
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We depart Berat in the morning for a 2.5-hour drive to Tirana International Airport, marking the end of our tour. We recommend booking an extra night in Berat if you'd like to explore more of this enchanting city.
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