Albania is to big to see everything in one week or even 2 weeks and we can suggest so much places or things to do. During summer my number one recommendation would be is to see the south en visit all the beautiful beaches chill relax and enjoy the sea. Albanian Beaches for more information about the beaches check out also the accommodations page on our website.
If you want to see a bit more of the country see our tips below, and find more information visit: https://www.albaniereizen.nl/ or https://travellingalbania.com/. They have done a good job covering most of the activities and places to visit in Albania.
A Holiday in Albania
Discover Albania, where adventure, beaches, culture, and culinary delights come together. Explore the breathtaking Albanian Alps, relax on beautiful beaches along the Adriatic and Ionian seas, and immerse yourself in the rich history of this country. Enjoy unique flavors of Albanian cuisine and local wines. Bring the taste of Albania home with Aljeta.
On Aljeta.com we recently posted an article about the possibilities of a holiday in Albania. Read the full article.
Tirana
Since everybody is arriving and departing from Tirana airport. it has to be the number one in the list. although it will be very hot in summer Tirana is definitely worth a night stay.
https://www.reisroutes.be/blog/albanie/mooiste-bezienswaardigheden-tirana/
Berat
Berat is known as the ‘City of 1000 Windows’ and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Osum River winds its way through the city, splitting Berat into two parts. The Gorica Bridge (Ura e Goricës) over the Osum connects both parts of the city and is one of the oldest bridges built by the Ottomans in Albania. The characteristic windows of the traditional houses reflect beautifully from across the river.
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Berat Castle
The Castle of Berat is home to a thriving community of Ottoman-era stone houses, family restaurants and souvenir shops, selling locally produced products. You will encounter many historical sights here and you get the feeling that you are taking a step back in time. The Berat Citadel is the only still inhabited citadel in the Balkans.
Family Time, Berat
Staying around Berat, Cool down in the days in Family time Berat, Restaurant and pool.
The best 15 things to do around Berat.
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g469422-Activities-Berat_Berat_County.html
For the Wine Lovers
Cobo wineyard
The Çobo family has a long tradition of producing wine, dating back to the early 1900’s. Production stopped in 1945 when private wine production was banned by the Communist party, but started again. The Çobo Winery is located in the rolling hills that surround the city of Berat at the foot of Mt. Tomorri. The winery consists of several cultivated vineyards, a spacious kulla that is a form of Albanian traditional architecture, and a room for wine presentations.
Located in Berat
Kantina Mani
Fatjon Mani is the owner of Kantina Mani and the 2,2 hectares of vineyard that surround it. He was born in 1981 in the village of Gruemirë where his father Tahir Man owned a large piece of land. Much of his family still lives nearby.
Located in Gruemire – Shkoder, Albania
Owned by friends of us, Definitly Recommended for a nice wine tasting. or any of other activity that Fatjon offers.
Apollonia, Fier
Apollonia was an ancient Greek colony city and former bishopric in Illyria, situated in southwestern Albania and founded during the first half of the 6th century BC by Greek colonists from Corfu and Corinth. The city flourished during the 4th century AD as an important economic and trade center. This place is also famous as the city where emperor Augustus studied Philosophy.
Divjaka-Karavasta National Park
Protected lagoon amid coastal wetlands & Mediterranean forest, known for nesting Dalmatian pelicans.
https://www.albaniereizen.nl/zien-en-doen/nationale-parken/nationaal-park-divjake-karavasta
Gjirokaster
Known as the “Stone City,” Gjirokaster is an unbelievably enchanting municipality in the heavily Greek influenced Southern Albania. With a dazzling old Bazaar, UNESCO protected Old Town, and food that will make your taste buds tingle, it’s like a treasure chest for travelers.
https://www.albaniereizen.nl/zien-en-doen/historische-en-culturele-plaatsen/gjirokaster
