Exoticca: Albania's Best

Nov 4 - 12, 2025

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Jordan Bayles

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Overview


Dreams shouldn't wait. Travel back in time to discover the best of Albania.

Legendary castles, stone-built cities, Roman ruins, and turquoise beaches are all waiting to tell you their stories. 9-Day vacation, 7-Nights in Albania.

Day 1 · Tue, Nov 4


Flight from ORD

ORD · Nov 4, 2025 at 1:55PM CST

TIA · Nov 5, 2025 at 11:30AM CET

Departure: 11/04/2025, Chicago (ORD) - Tirana (TIA) Departure Time: 01:55pm Arrival: 11:30am (+1 day) Stops: 2 stops Cabin Class: Economy Baggage: Personal Items: 1 per passenger, Cabin Baggage (10kg): 1 per passenger, Checked Luggage: Not included

Day 2 · Wed, Nov 5 · Tiranë


Check-in at Albanopolis Hotel or similar

Nov 5 - 7, 2025 · Check in: 3:00PM CET

Location: Rruga Mine Peza 20, Tirana 1000, Albania Category: Charm Nights: 2 (from 05 to 07 November) Hotels: Albanopolis Hotel, Capital Hotel Tirana, Destiny Hotel, Garden Boutique Hotel, Habitat Hotel Tirana, Hotel Arber, Hotel Boka, Hotel Doro ...

Free Time in Tiranë

Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel and check-in. Enjoy your free time to relax or start exploring. Overnight stay in Tiranë.

Day 3 · Thu, Nov 6 · Tiranë


City Tour of Kruja

Duration: 02:00h Physical Rating: Moderate Start with a stroll through the bazaar followed by a guided tour of the Skanderbeg Museum, where you'll climb to the top and enjoy the view of Kruje. What's included: Entrance to the Skanderbeg Museum in ...

Tirana Evening Tour

Duration: 02:00h Pick up time: 18:30 Physical Rating: Moderate Discover the vibrant nightlife of Tirana as you stroll through its illuminated streets and squares, explore the dynamic Blloku neighborhood, and enjoy the lively atmosphere in the loca...

Day 4 · Fri, Nov 7 · Shkodra


Check-in at Alis Hotel or similar

Nov 7 - 8, 2025 · Check in: 3:00PM CET

Location: Rruga. Don Bosko, Shkoder 1 4001, Albania Category: Charm Nights: 1 (from 07 to 08 November) Hotels: Alis Hotel, Hotel Durham, Mozart Hotel, Nord Hotel Boutique, Petit Hotel Elita, Promenade Hotel, Rozafa Hotel, Tribute Hotel.

Visit the Skanderbeg Mausoleum in Lezha

Duration: 01:00h Physical Rating: Moderate Visit the Mausoleum of Skanderbeg, an Albanian feudal lord and military commander who led a rebellion against the Ottoman Empire considered an Albanian National Hero. What's included: Entry to the Mausole...

City Tour of Shkodra

Duration: 02:00h Physical Rating: Active Visit the most emblematic attractions of the city of Shkodra including the Old Bazaar, the Centrum, the Cathedral and Mosque, the Castle of Rozafa among other stops. What's included: Entry to the Rozafa Cas...

Lunch at Mrizi i Zanave

Duration: 02:00h Physical Rating: Light Lunch in the renowned restaurant, where you’ll be served a surprise menu from local and seasonal ingredients to celebrate Albanian food. Please inform the restaurant of any food allergies, intolerances, or s...

Day 5 · Sat, Nov 8 · Berat


Check-in at Hotel Republika Berat or similar

Nov 8 - 9, 2025 · Check in: 3:00PM CET

Location: Rruga Antipatrea Square 1 Teodor Muzaka, Berat 5001, Albania Category: Charm Nights: 1 (from 08 to 09 November) Hotels: Hotel Republika Berat, Hotel Gega, Hotel Grand White City Berat, Hotel Plaza Berat, Hotel Rezidenca Desaret, Portik H...

City Tour of Durres

Duration: 01:30h Physical Rating: Active Climb a small hill to reach the largest Roman amphitheater in the Balkans, built in the early 2nd century. Then visit the castle wall of the ancient city. What's included: Entrance to the amphitheater in Du...

City Tour of Berat (UNESCO)

Duration: 02:30h Physical Rating: Active Visit the castle of Berat, the Onufri museum as well as other top attractions including the Mosque of Berat and old Bridge of Gorica. What's included: Entrance to the Onufri Museum.

Day 6 · Sun, Nov 9 · Vlorë


Check-in at Hotel Partner or similar

Nov 9 - 10, 2025 · Check in: 3:00PM CET

Location: Rruga Pelivan Leskaj, 1 9401-Vlore, Albania Category: Charm Nights: 1 (from 09 to 10 November) Hotels: Hotel Partner, Hotel Palace Vlorë, Hotel Semajo, Kraal Hotel.

Ardenica Monastery

Duration: 01:00h Physical Rating: Light Erected by the Byzantine Emperor Andronikos II Palaiologo this 13th century Byzantine site is locally famed for hosting the renowned Skanderbeg’s wedding. What's included: Entrance to the Ardenica Monastery.

Ruins of Apollonia

Duration: 02:00h Physical Rating: Active Visit the ruins of Apollonia, a collection of Roman remains on the hillside of what was once one of the most important cities in the region. Free time afterwards to explore the museum and church on your own.

City Tour of Vlora

Duration: 01:30h Physical Rating: Light A coastal town where you'll discover important monuments like the museum where the independence of Albania from the Ottomans was proclaimed on November 28, 1912. What's included: Entrance to the Independence...

Day 7 · Mon, Nov 10 · Saranda


Check-in at Hotel Havana or similar

Nov 10 - 11, 2025 · Check in: 3:00PM CET

Location: Rruga Butrinti, Saranda 9701, Albania Category: Charm Nights: 1 (from 10 to 11 November) Hotels: Hotel Havana, Hotel Iliria, Hotel Vola, Palma City Hotel, Saranda International Hotel, Sea Breeze Hotel, Senator Hotel, Sunrays Hotel.

Visit to Butrint (UNESCO)

Duration: 02:00h Physical Rating: Active Visit to Butrint (UNESCO) the Albania's most important archaeological site. Explore numerous buildings including an acropolis, basilica and palace. What's included: Guide and entrance fee.

Day 8 · Tue, Nov 11 · Tiranë


Check-in at Albanopolis Hotel or similar

Nov 11 - 12, 2025 · Check in: 3:00PM CET

Location: Rruga Mine Peza 20, Tirana 1000, Albania Category: Charm Nights: 1 (from 11 to 12 November) Hotels: Albanopolis Hotel, Capital Hotel Tirana, Destiny Hotel, Garden Boutique Hotel, Habitat Hotel Tirana, Hotel Arber, Hotel Boka, Hotel Doro ...

Blue Eye National Park

Duration: 01:30h Physical Rating: Active It’s a very picturesque area, where crystal clear water gushes out from within the mountain Mali i Gjërë. This spring is the largest and a most interesting source among the other 18 springs. What's included...

Visit to Mesopotam Monastery

Duration: 00:30h Physical Rating: Light Visit the Mesopotam Monastery, built atop ancient pagan temples, a fascinating fusion of Orthodox spirituality and ancient cultural heritage.

Visit to Gjirokastër (UNESCO)

Duration: 02:30h Physical Rating: Challenging Climb a small hill to explore this UNESCO-listed site, which is one of the most important attractions in Albania thanks to its imposing citadel and typical houses. What's included: Entrance to the Gjir...

Day 9 · Wed, Nov 12


Flight from TIA

TIA · Nov 12, 2025 at 6:05AM CET

ORD · Nov 12, 2025 at 1:10PM CST

Departure: 11/12/2025, Tirana (TIA) - Chicago (ORD) Departure Time: 06:05am Arrival: 01:10pm Stops: 1 stop Cabin Class: Economy Baggage: Personal Items: 1 per passenger, Cabin Baggage (10kg): 1 per passenger, Checked Luggage: Not included