Cheap 9-Day Albania Road Trip from Tirana traveling south to Durrës, Vlore, and Gjirokastra

Your exciting road trip through Albania starts when you reach the incredible city of Tirana, where you'll stay for 4 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 Museum of Secret Surveillance. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,067 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Skanderbeg Square. This popular place of interest is a stunning square that boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,228 visitors.

To make your trip to Tirana more memorable, spend time at the fascinating National Historical Museum. With an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars in 2,002 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic National Historical Museum is often mentioned in Albania road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Et'hem Bej Mosque is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This mosque and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,429 reviews.

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 means another chance to make the best memories in this cheap holiday destination in Albania, Tirana. So buckle up and prepare to be blown away by the city of Tirana!

One of the best destinations you can travel to today is the stunning Xhura Mosque. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in over 109 reviews, it’s clear that this remarkable mosque is truly worth a spot in your road trip plans.

You can also spend some time at the spectacular Tanners' Bridge. This attraction is a stone bridge that is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 812 travelers.

Another place you’ll also want to make time for today is the incredible Grand Park of Tirana. This popular urban park in Tirana has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,845 travelers.

Excited to see another tourist destination in Tirana?

Beyond the above-mentioned locations, today is the perfect opportunity to join a popular activity in Tirana. Plenty of budget-friendly tours in Tirana offer enriching experiences that will make your cheap holiday in Albania worth remembering for a lifetime.

When it’s time to eat, treat yourself to a lovely meal without paying more than necessary. Tirana has restaurants and bars for all budgets, perfect for cheap holiday goers!

One of the best restaurants worth visiting in Tirana is Bati Restaurant 1. This restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 495 customers.

Oda - Traditional Albanian Cuisine is an excellent alternative with an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,353 reviews. Oda - Traditional Albanian Cuisine is known for its delicious meals that will surely satisfy your hunger.

Another of the best places to eat in Tirana is Rogner Hotel Tirana. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 950 customers because of their good food, service, and ambiance.

It’s natural to feel curious about what happens around Tirana as the night unfolds. To see what the nightlife looks like in Tirana, consider an after-dinner drink at one of the best bars in the area.

We recommend you visit Radio Bar Tirana, an excellent place to enjoy a couple of drinks. This bar is one of locals’ favorite hangout spots and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 455 customers.

Millennium Garden serves various snacks and drinks at affordable prices, making it another great bar option for budget travelers in Tirana. Customers have rated Millennium Garden an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 567 reviews.

You could also relax and have drinks at Hemingway Bar Tirana. This bar is popular in Tirana for its great selection of drinks and unique atmosphere. Proof of this claim is clear in its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 299 bar goers.

A road trip vacation in Tirana can’t get any better than this! Toast to another amazing day in this cheap holiday destination in Albania!

On day 4 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 Durrës and end your day in the city of Durrës, 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 Durrës is the amazing Sfinksi. This travel destination is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 558 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Fisherman. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25 travelers, a visit to this well-known must-see tourist destination and sightseeing spot in Durrës is likely to make your vacation in Albania even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Durrës is the outstanding Muzeu Kombëtar Arkeologjik. This museum has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 525 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Albania, drop by the popular Vila e Ahmet Zogut. This attraction, an amazing must-see tourist destination, has been rated 3.9 out of 5 stars by 182 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic TERRACE OF DURRËS. This top-tier point of interest is a popular attraction rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6 visitors from all over the globe.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Durrës. Durrës 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 Durrës that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Durrës is 4 Stinët. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 921 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Durrës, Royal G Hotel and Spa is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 613 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Gusto di Mare & Sushi Time. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Durrës enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 488 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Durrës’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Albania. For example, you can visit Sunset Bar. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 279 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

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

On day 5 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 Durrës and end your day in the city of Vlore, 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 Durrës is the amazing Town Square of Durrës - Sheshi Liria. This travel destination is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 56 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Durrës Amphitheatre. Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,252 travelers, a visit to this well-known must-see tourist destination and sightseeing spot in Durrës is likely to make your vacation in Albania even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Durrës is the outstanding Venetian Tower of Durrës. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,509 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Albania, drop by the popular Rrethrrotullimi Shkozet Tiranë. This attraction, an amazing best-rated sightseeing destination, has been rated 5 out of 5 stars by 3 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Durrës Beach. This must-see tourist destination is a popular attraction rated 3.5 out of 5 stars by 31 visitors from all over the globe.

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 Vlore. Vlore 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 Vlore that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Vlore is Restorant Tradicional VANI. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,120 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Vlore, Restorant 'Joni ' Vlore is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 708 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Restorant Amantia. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Vlore enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 375 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Vlore’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Albania. For example, you can visit The Wave. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 408 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Seasons Cocktail Bar. This popular bar in Vlore has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 103 bar-goers.

You can also go to Brooklyn Restaurant as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Brooklyn Restaurant is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 504 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

Day 6 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 Shëndellia and end your day in the city of Xarrë.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Gjirokastra for 2 nights. 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 Shëndellia, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Independence Monument. The fantastic Independence Monument is a popular monument and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 611 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Kuzum Baba, a well-known place of worship in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.3 out of a 5 star-rating from 291 travelers.

The top-rated Radhimë Beach is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular natural feature and destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from over 203 travelers.

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

Make Butrint National Park your first stop. This popular national park among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,351 visitors. Based on recent data, the remarkable Butrint National Park is visited by more than 55,000 travelers from across the world.

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 Gjirokastra. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Gjirokastra, 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 Taverna Tradicionale KARDHASHI, one of the best restaurants in Gjirokastra. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,078 customers.

Restorant Tradicional Urat is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Restorant Tradicional Urat is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,146 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Taverna Lani, another well-loved restaurant in Gjirokastra. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 410 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 Gjirokastra, Hangover Cocktail Bar. 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 5 out of 5 stars by 332 bar goers.

Submarine 105 is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Gjirokastra, with its average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 289 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Bukowksi Bar Gjirokaster, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 128 customers.

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

Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Gjirokastra.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Zekate House. This incredible attraction is a building that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 323 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Skenduli house in Gjirokastër. This spectacular historic site and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 359 reviews.

Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Staryy gorod Girokastry has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 243 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Albania is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Castle of Gjirokastra.

This local attraction is a captivating best-rated sightseeing destination with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 151 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Albania more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Te Kalaja Restaurant & Rooms is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 358 customers.

Corner of Bazaar is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Gjirokastra. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 5 out of 5 stars by 263 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at The Barrels-Te Fuçitë, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars in 252 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Gjirokastra, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Gjirokastra.

Hotel Bar Restaurant KODRA is a fantastic bar many locals in Gjirokastra recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 261 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at The Black Rose Pub, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 77 customers.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Albania!

On day 8 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 Berat and end your day in the city of Tirana, 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 Berat is the amazing Old Town. This travel destination is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,303 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Berat Castle. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,804 travelers, a visit to this well-known castle and sightseeing spot in Berat is likely to make your vacation in Albania even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Berat is the outstanding Onufri Iconographic Museum. This art museum has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 437 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 Tirana. Tirana 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 Tirana that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Tirana is Restorant Tymi. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 474 customers.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Tirana enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Tirana’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Albania. For example, you can visit Colonial Cocktails Academy Tirana. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 270 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Nouvelle Vague Tirana. This popular bar in Tirana has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 218 bar-goers.

You can also go to Kafe Flora as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Kafe Flora is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 186 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Albania as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 9 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 Fortress of Justinian. This cultural monument of albania and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,396 visitors.

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!