Europe
Albania-Contiki Tour
From Original price was: R26,775.R21,400Current price is: R21,400.
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20 July 2025 - 31 August 2025
Travel outside of these dates may be subject to supplements and increases
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The one that ticks off Albania’s best cities, beaches & misty mountains!
You’ve seen golden beaches, turquoise seas, and lush wooded mountains. But nothing compares to what you’ll witness here. Think: cable car rides & historical architecture in Tirana. Show-stopping beaches, vineyard dinners & cultural gems in the Albanian Riviera. Topped off with panoramic hiking in Valbonë. Come experience 8 epic days of discovering Albania’s incredible untouched beauty.
Inclusions
- 7 nights in top quality Contiki Hotels in a twin or triple share room throughout (Albania)
- Services of a professional Trip Manager
- 7 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
- Transport throughout in an air-conditioned coach equipped with power-points, Wi-Fi and reclining seats
Exclusions
- Flights and related taxes (Ask us - we can arrange this!)
- Travel insurance (Highly recommended!)
- Visa
- All items of a personal nature
- Anything not mentioned
Day 1
Tirana
You ready? Welcome to Tirana! Tonight, you’ll have the chance to chat & eat with your brand new crew over a welcome dinner at a charming local restaurant.
Tirana International Hotel & Conference Center (or similar)
Included Meals
Dinner
Day 2
Tirana
Sun’s out, buns out. (No really, go get your breakfast…). Today’s all about epic views, history & some more epic views. First, we’ll take the cable car up to Dajti Mountain where jaw-dropping views of the city await us. Then, we’ll head back down where a local guide will show us around the city’s historical buildings - where you’ll get to try local olive oil. The rest of the day is all yours. And luckily, there’s plenty of stuff here to keep you entertained.
Tirana International Hotel & Conference Center (or similar)
Included Meals
Breakfast
Day 3
Tirana
Time to turn up the dial… coz we’re seeing the Albanian Riviera today! After breakfast, we’ll say goodbye to Tirana and hop onto our coach for a short drive to our next stop.
Vlorë
Turquoise waters, golden sand - that's how you know we’re in a coastal wonderland. You can choose to spend all day unwinding on the stunning beaches. Or take a boat tour to the National Marine Park with views of rugged coastlines & lush green hills. For dinner, maybe you’d like to join us at a traditional, family-owned restaurant (inside a literal vineyard) for a wholesome dine & wine experience.
Hotel Partner (or similar)
Included Meals
Breakfast
Day 4
Vlorë
Wakey wakey, we’ve got some more beach destinations to tick off today.
Himarë
No, you’re not in the Maldives. This is the Albanian Riviera! You’ve got some time today to check out the beaches and streets of this beautiful hidden gem. Then, we’ll make our way to a stunning little bay.
Porto Palermo Bay
There’s a castle. There’s a sparkling blue bay. And there’s some time for you to explore ‘em. Then, on our way back to Vlorë - we’ll stop by to witness a unique performance of traditional Albanian singing.
Vlorë
With our bodies all travel-tired, there’s only one thing on our minds: dinner. So we’ll walk about town and grab food. Next thing on the agenda? A good night’s sleep.
Hotel Partner (or similar)
Included Meals
Breakfast
Day 5
Vlorë
This morning is all about recharging & relaxing by the sandy beach. After lunch, we’ll drive to another shiny new destination.
Fishtë
Sprawling fields, rolling hills and tranquil panoramas - that’s how you’ll be greeted at Fishtë. This evening, we'll gorge on a delicious, homegrown dinner (with glorious vineyard views as the backdrop). Ahh, life’s good. Isn’t it?
Shkodër
Equipped with a new sense of serenity, tonight we’ll rest in a wonderful traditional hotel here.
Hotel Tradita (or similar)
Included Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6
Shkodër
Rise & shine travellers, we’ve got a long day ahead of us. Fill up on breakfast at the hotel and let’s get started…
Koman
It’s ferry time! You’ll cruise along the breathtaking valleys and hills surrounding Lake Komani towards Feirya. Then, a short drive later, we’ll have arrived at Valbonë.
Valbonë
If the boat cruise has impressed you already, just wait till you see what's next. After a short break at our guesthouse, we'll head off for an afternoon of hiking in Valbonë National Park - passing by tranquil rivers, jaw-dropping valleys and rocky cliffs along the way. Then, we’ll finish it all off with a hearty dinner back in our guesthouse.
Hotel Margjeka (or similar)
Included Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7
Valbonë
Wave goodbye to the mountains. A different adventure awaits us today. That’s right, this morning we’re going to Kosovo!
Prizren
This beautiful old town is studded with restaurants that are perfect if you wanna try the local cuisine. Then you’ve got some time to explore the cobblestone streets here, before we continue onto Tirana.
Tirana
Tirana, did ya miss us? You'll have the option to grab your pals and head to a restaurant in the city to enjoy some local eats (It's our last evening together sadly). Then, it’s back to the hotel for a well deserved snooze.
Tirana International Hotel & Conference Center (or similar)
Included Meals
Breakfast
Day 8
Tirana
Oh, what a treat it has been… 8 days of beautiful beaches, perfect peaks and undisturbed exploration. Grab your final breakfast here. And grab your friends’ socials too. The only thing left to do now is plan your next trip together!
Included Meals
Breakfast
Terms and Conditions
Why we like it
The one that ticks off Albania’s best cities, beaches & misty mountains!
Why book with us?
EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE
Our expertise in sports and group travel, resulted in IGO’s appointment in 2014 as the official travel agent and tour operator in South Africa by the Schools World Cups Limited (SWCL) to supply travel services to all SWC Sports tournaments and events.
INNOVATION
We’re innovative trendsetters, combining technology and travel savoir-faire to ensure a trouble-free voyage. We’re adaptable to your needs and continuously strive to provide the most efficient, up-to-date and reliable service.
ATTENTION TO DETAIL
We know that the smallest overlooked detail could ruin an entire trip. That is why we pride ourselves in paying attention to every detail to ensure your group getaway runs like a well-oiled machine. And when life happens, we’re on standby to get things back on track as efficiently as possible.
SUPPLIER RELATIONS
With many years in the industry we’ve built up a trusted partnership base with quality suppliers, guaranteeing reliable services locally and internationally. We only work with certified trusted partners and prioritize the safety of our clients.
