Southern Albania Multi Activity Holidays
Overview
From €1,395 per person · 8 days · departs from Tirana or Tirana Airport
Eight days on and in the water of the south: kayaking the bays of Qeparo and Porto Palermo under Ali Pasha's castle, a speedboat day out of Saranda with snorkelling, the unpaved roads of Zagoria and the 550-year-old plane tree at Libohovë, two hours in the Lengarica canyon with the Benja thermal pools after, rafting the Vjosa, and a last day of kayaks on Lake Ohrid above the mosaics of Lin. Private transfers with an English-speaking guide, seven nights, all meals and the activities are included.
Tour facts
Highlights
- A kayak day in the bays of Qeparo and Porto Palermo
- Ali Pasha's three-sided castle at Porto Palermo, built on what was once an island
- A speedboat day out of Sarandë, with time to snorkel
- Unpaved roads across Zagoria, and the 550-year-old plane tree at Libohove
- About two hours in the Lengarica canyon, then the thermal pools at Benja
- Kayaks on Lake Ohrid, 288 m at its deepest, and the 6th-century mosaics above Lin
Day one meets you at the airport and drives the scenic route to Qeparo or Himara on the Riviera for a welcome dinner. Day two is kayaks along the coast between Qeparo and Porto Palermo, past submarine tunnels, bunkers and the three-sided castle Ali Pasha built on what was once an island, with swims in between. Day three is a speedboat out of Saranda to beaches you cannot drive to, snorkelling gear provided, then the Blue Eye on the way to Gjirokastër. Day four crosses Zagoria on unpaved roads through Çajupi, Sheper and Libohovë, with the Selcka waterfall and the plane tree, a nature monument of the sixteenth century.
Day five walks about two hours into the Lengarica canyon and ends in the Benja thermal pools; day six rafts the Vjosa for two hours or more and then drives one of the most scenic roads in Albania, with a coffee at Korça's bazaar, to Lake Ohrid. Day seven is kayaks and snorkelling on the lake, 288 m at its deepest, and the sixth-century mosaics above Lin. Day eight is the airport, included; other drop-offs at extra cost.
Itinerary
Meet the guide at the airport and transfer to Qeparo or Himare on Albanian Riviera via scenic route. Welcoming dinner. Overnight in Qeparo
Overnight in Qeparo
Breakfast, kayaking and discovering bays of Porto Palermo and Qeparo, witnessing submarine tunnels, bunkers , castles and jumping in crystal clear waters of Albanian Riviera. Overnight in Qeparo
Overnight in Qeparo
Discover beaches with speedboat from Sarande, free time for snorkeling , gear provided. Afternoon transfer to Gjirokaster via Blue Eye Saranda. Overnight in Gjirokaster
Overnight in Gjirokastër
Explore Zagorie via scenic mountain route and unpaved roads as we pass through Cajupi Field, Sheper, Libohova. Reresh yourself at Selcka Waterfall and pay a visit at a famous tree in Libohove which is a nature monument dating from the 16th century. Overnight in Gjirokaster
Overnight in Gjirokastër
Transfer through Vjosa Valley and get ready to explore Lengarica Canyon for about 2 hours. On return there is time to enjoy our packed meal and relax at thermal springs of Benja. Overnight in Permet
Overnight in Përmet
Rafting day on the last wild river in Europe. After +2 hours of rafting we will transfer to Lin Ohrid Lake through on of the most scenic routes in Albania , going through green valleys, small town, wineries, and a coffee stop at Korca Bazaar. Overnight by Ohrid Lake at a guesthouse in Lin Village.
Overnight in Lin (Lake Ohrid)
Chill day and kayak through one of the oldest and deepest lakes in Europe. Snorkeling gear is provided, the is no better place than Ohrid Lake see different species of fish. Other activity of the day will be a visit to the mosaic on top of a hill which dates from the 6th century. Enjoy a fresh trout from the lake.Overnight in Lin Ohrid Lake
Overnight in Lin (Lake Ohrid)
Transfer to the airport free of charge. Other destinations optional with extra charge.
What's included
- Private transfers with english speaking guide
- Accommodation for 7 nights in private double or twin room
- All meals
- Activities and fees
Good to know
Photos from this tour
Questions travelers ask
Do I need kayaking experience?
No. The sea days are in sheltered bays with the guide, and the lake day is flat water; snorkelling gear and kayaks are provided.
What is included?
Private transfers with an English-speaking guide, seven nights in private double or twin rooms, all meals, and the activities and fees: the kayaks, the speedboat day, the 4x4 route, the canyon, the rafting and the lake day.
What is the Lengarica canyon day like?
About two hours in the canyon on foot and in the water, then a packed meal and the thermal pools at Benja at its mouth.
Where does it start and end?
Tirana Airport on day one, with the first night at Qeparo on the Riviera; the airport again on day eight after the night by Lake Ohrid.
