Cheap 5-Day Albania Road Trip from Tirana traveling east to Korçë and Berat

Your exciting road trip through Albania starts when you reach the incredible city of Tirana, where you'll stay for 2 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 Grand Park of Tirana will make your cheap holiday in Albania truly special. This attraction is a fascinating urban park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,845 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!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Albania, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Tirana and end your day in the city of Korçë, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Tirana is the amazing Et'hem Bej Mosque. This travel destination is a mosque that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,429 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Bunk’Art 2. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,114 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum and sightseeing spot in Tirana is likely to make your vacation in Albania even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Tirana is the outstanding Fortress of Justinian. This cultural monument of albania has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,396 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Albania, drop by the popular Skanderbeg Square. This attraction, an amazing square, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,228 travelers.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Korçë. Korçë is another cheap travel destination in Albania where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Albania can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Korçë that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Korçë is Vila Cofiel. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 224 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Korçë, Taverna Vasili is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 204 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Restaurant FROGS zhabkat. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Korçë enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 97 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Korçë’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Albania. For example, you can visit FindFour. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 192 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Sa!kō Cocktail Bar. This popular bar in Korçë has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 55 bar-goers.

You can also go to Republika House Pub as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Republika House Pub is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 79 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Albania!

On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Albania, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Korçë and end your day in the city of Berat, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Korçë is the amazing Pazari i Korçës. This travel destination is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,905 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible National Museum of Medieval Art. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 263 travelers, a visit to this well-known art museum and sightseeing spot in Korçë is likely to make your vacation in Albania even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Korçë is the outstanding Parku Rinia. This park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 436 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Albania. To have the best affordable travel experience in Albania, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Albania unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Albania.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Berat. Berat is another cheap travel destination in Albania where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Albania can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Berat that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Berat is Homemade Food Lili. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 1,449 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Berat, Eni Traditional Food Berat is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 1,219 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Tradita e Beratit - Hotel & Restaurant. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Berat enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 304 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Berat’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Albania. For example, you can visit Bazar Bar Berat. Rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 249 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Bar Te Albani. This popular bar in Berat has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 57 bar-goers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Albania!

Day 4 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 Berat and end your day in the city of Kruje.

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 Berat, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Old Town. The fantastic Old Town is a popular best-rated sightseeing destination and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,303 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Berat Castle, a well-known castle in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 5,804 travelers.

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

Make Krujë Castle your first stop. This popular fortress among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,260 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 Bazaar. This attraction, a stunning top-tier point of interest, has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 360 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 Artigiano, one of the best restaurants in Tirana. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,025 customers.

Era Vila is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Era Vila is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 847 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Shije Fshati - Taste of the Village, another well-loved restaurant in Tirana. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 569 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, Tirana International Hotel & Conference Center. 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,494 bar goers.

Hotel Mondial 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 4.6 out of 5 stars from 578 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by New Irish Pub, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 380 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 5 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 Rinia Park. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,631 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Tirana, consider a top-rated restaurant like Bati Restaurant 1. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 495 customers.

Oda - Traditional Albanian Cuisine is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,353 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Rogner Hotel Tirana. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 950 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Albania and your fun memories in Tirana.

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!