Decouvre Albania

Pourquoi visiter

• One of the cheapest destinations in Europe for beaches worthy of the Caribbean.
• UNESCO-listed Ottoman museum-towns: Berat and Gjirokaster.
• The still-unspoiled Albanian Riviera between Vlorë and Sarandë.
• Warm hospitality and authentic Mediterranean cuisine.

Quand partir

May-June and September-October for the Riviera without the crowds or the August heat.

Budget moyen par jour

Top experiences

1. 1Swimming in the turquoise waters of Ksamil and its islets
2. 2Explore Berat, the city of a thousand windows
3. 3Wander the cobbled alleys of Gjirokastër
4. 4Travelling the Riviera from Dhërmi to Sarandë
5. 5Visit the Butrint archaeological park
6. 6Have a raki in Tirana's Blloku district

Infos pratiques

Se deplacer

Furgons (shared minibuses) cheap between cities, car hire ideal for the Riviera, Bolt for taxis in Tirana.

Gastronomie

• Tavë kosi
• Byrek
• Fërgesë
• Grilled fish from the Riviera

Securite

Very safe, low crime. Standard vigilance against pickpockets and unofficial taxis at the airport.