Cheap 6-Day Albania Road Trip from Tirana to Shkoder and Durrës

Your exciting road trip through Albania starts when you reach the incredible city of Tirana, where you'll stay for 3 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Tirana and begin your adventure in Albania.

Tirana is a popular cheap holiday destination in Albania with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Tirana and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Rinia Park will make your cheap holiday in Albania truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,631 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Tirana. An excellent example is the popular ejona. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 802 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Albania is Artigiano at Vila. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,092 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Restaurant Piceri Era "Blloku". This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,065 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Komiteti Bar - Tiranë is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 715 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Tirana we recommend is Sofra e Ariut, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

Salt Rest is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 586 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Albania!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Tirana, proving that cheap holidays in Albania can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Skanderbeg Square. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,228 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Palace of Culture. This popular place of interest is a stunning best-rated sightseeing destination that boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 223 visitors.

To make your trip to Tirana more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Et'hem Bej Mosque. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,429 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Et'hem Bej Mosque is often mentioned in Albania road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Bunk’Art 2 is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This museum and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 4,114 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Fortress of Justinian. More than 1,396 visitors have rated this cultural monument of albania and tourist destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Tirana does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Tirana on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Albania.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Albania, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Artigiano, one of the best restaurants in Tirana. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,025 reviews.

You can also check out Era Vila. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 847 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Shije Fshati - Taste of the Village. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 569 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Tirana.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Tirana for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Tirana International Hotel & Conference Center and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,494 customers.

Hotel Mondial is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 578 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit New Irish Pub. Rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 380 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Tirana.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Tirana!

Day 3 of your self-drive vacation in Albania gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Tirana and end your day in the city of Kruje.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Shkoder for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Albania.

While you’re in Tirana, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Grand Park of Tirana. The fantastic Grand Park of Tirana is a popular urban park and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,845 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Tirana, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Kruje.

Make Kruja Bazaar your first stop. This popular top-tier point of interest among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 360 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Kruje is the outstanding Gjergj Kastrioti Skënderbeu National Museum. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,150 visitors, this remarkable museum and attraction deserves a spot on your Albania travel bucket list.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Kruja Ethnographic Museum. This attraction, a stunning cultural property, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 348 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Krujë Castle. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,260 travelers, this fortress is an attraction many avid travelers highly recommend.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Albania. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Albania and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Shkoder. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Shkoder, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Aroma Restorant, one of the best restaurants in Shkoder. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 227 customers.

Pasta e Vino is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Pasta e Vino is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 134 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Hotel Tradita, another well-loved restaurant in Shkoder. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 725 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Albania.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Shkoder, Bar Restaurant Elita. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 253 bar goers.

MANIFATURA is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Shkoder, with its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 125 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Restaurant Arbri, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 401 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Albania. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Albania!

Day 4 of your road trip across Albania offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Shkoder and the enchanting Shkoder, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Shkoder and end the day in Shkoder, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 4 of your affordable vacation in Albania will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Shkoder is the magnificent Mesi Bridge. Around 1,139 visitors have rated this excellent top-tier point of interest and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Kole Idromeno Street on this leg of your self-drive tour in Albania. This attraction is a well-known best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 131 travelers.

The remarkable Xhamia e Madhe - Ebu Bekr mosque is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Albania. This attraction, an amazing place of worship, is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 505 travelers.

Beyond the above-mentioned sites, you also have the opportunity to visit the fascinating Rozafa Castle. This castle and well-loved attraction in Shkoder is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,607 visitors.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Shkoder, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Shkoder.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Kole Idromeno Street. This popular site is a valued best-rated sightseeing destination in Shkoder and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 131 visitors.

Another must-visit in Shkoder is the spectacular Xhamia e Madhe - Ebu Bekr mosque. This outstanding place of worship and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 505 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Rozafa Castle to make your cheap holiday experience in Shkoder truly special. This castle and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,607 visitors.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Albania. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Albania. Make your cheap holiday experience in Albania more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Durrës offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Albania. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Durrës offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Albania.

4 Stinët is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 921 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Durrës is Royal G Hotel and Spa, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 613 customers.

Gusto di Mare & Sushi Time offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Durrës. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 488 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Durrës’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Sunset Bar is an excellent example of a great bar in Durrës offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 279 customers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Albania with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Albania!

Day 5 of your self-drive vacation in Albania gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Durrës and end your day in the city of Berat.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Tirana for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Albania.

While you’re in Durrës, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Durrës Amphitheatre. The fantastic Durrës Amphitheatre is a popular best-rated sightseeing destination and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 4,252 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Venetian Tower of Durrës, a well-known top-tier point of interest in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.4 out of a 5 star-rating from 1,509 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Durrës, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Berat.

Make Gorica Bridge your first stop. This popular stone bridge among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 715 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Berat is the outstanding Old Town. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,303 visitors, this remarkable must-see tourist destination and attraction deserves a spot on your Albania travel bucket list.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Berat Castle. This attraction, a stunning castle, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,804 travelers.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Albania. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Albania and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Tirana. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Tirana, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bati Restaurant 1, one of the best restaurants in Tirana. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 495 customers.

Oda - Traditional Albanian Cuisine is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Oda - Traditional Albanian Cuisine is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,353 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Rogner Hotel Tirana, another well-loved restaurant in Tirana. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 950 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Albania.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Tirana, Radio Bar Tirana. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 455 bar goers.

Millennium Garden is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Tirana, with its average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 567 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Hemingway Bar Tirana, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 299 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Albania. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Albania!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Albania as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 6 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Tirana.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Albania.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Tirana is the remarkable Tanners' Bridge. This stone bridge and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 812 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Tirana, consider a top-rated restaurant like Restorant Tymi. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 474 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Tirana and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Albania!