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Albania Highlights

Closed to outsiders for much of the 20th century, Albania has long been Mediterranean Europe’s enigma. Until fairly ...

4 Countries Tour

This tour combines some of the lesser known countries in the Balkans; Albania, Macedonia, Kosovo and Montenegro, by trying to ...

Explore Albania and Northern ...

Meticulously selected from each city are the very best locations for a once in a lifetime experience. Discover Albania and North ...

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ALBANIA EXPRESS TRAVEL is a DMC Balkan Tour Operator with great experience in arranging group tours, individual tours, accommodation, transport, experienced guides in different languages, events and meeting, Trekking, hiking and walking tours, holidays to Albania and its neighboring countries such as Montenegro, Macedonia, Kosovo, Croatia, Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina.Our guiding philosophy is to listen carefully to what you like to do with your precious free time and learn about your likes (and dislikes) whilst on holiday and travel. We then use our first hand knowledge and experience to plan a trip that is completely tailored to your individual needs and budget, whilst delivering unrivalled personal service and absolute attention to detail at all times.Known for our pioneering spirit, all members of our team have either lived or travelled extensively in the areas we feature; and we only work with the very best hotels in the very best locations in Albania and the very best local representatives on the ground. So whether you’re after an unforgettable holiday, fun-packed family or a trip of a lifetime with friends, we can support you throughout your journey – from your very first call to touch down at the end of your trip.

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Private Tours Operator in: Tirana

Other Guiding City: Berat, Korce, Gjirokaster, Shkoder, Sarande, Vlore, Durres, Valbonë Valley National Park, Theth, Budva, Kotor, Cetinje, Butrint National Park, Ohrid, Elbasan, Skopje, Pristina, Prizren, Peje

Languages spoken by our guides: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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10 INTERESTING THINGS ...

For years, the small country of Albania was cut off from the world, but today, it has become an increasingly popular ...

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Albania enjoys some of the best views, ruins and beaches, but it is still one of the best secret destinations in Europe without ...

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We took a personalised 6 day tour, starting in Budva, Montenegro, and finishing in Tirana.An excellent round Albania ... More

Julian accompanied us to do the Tirana tour.He was very kind, helpful and competent.To ... More

This trip went beyond my expectations in every aspect. Albania Express Travel knows what they're doing and provides the most ... More

Highlights of Albania

• 7 nights of accommodation
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Driver/guide
• Entry/Admission - Ardenica Monastery
• Entry/Admission - Apollonia Archaeological Park
• Entry/Admission - Ali Pasha Castle
• Entry/Admission - Butrint National Park
• Entry/Admission - The Blue Eye
• Lunches / Dinners
• All Fees and Taxes
• We will pick up at airport or hotel
• Rinas Airport, Tirana Albania
• Wheelchair accessible
• Near public transportation
• Infants must sit on laps
• Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travellers can participate
• This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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• Wanderer783307 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A special look from Albania... Without our tourist guide,Adam Picaku, Gjirokastra wouldn't be the same for us,because he knew everything we should know about this amazing place. Read more Written September 3, 2023
• Alex T 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fast, Reliable & Efficient I have booked a customized 13-day tour with Albania Express Travel and had an amazing time. Fast, reliable and efficient, these are qualities that I love about Albania Express Travel. Read more Written June 8, 2023
• Ben H 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great trip Got the full Tirana experience from Adam, wonderful guy and a great guide, we were lucky enough to have him arrange loads of fun over a weekend. His local knowledge is second to none, his English and Italian perfect and right to be proud of a wonderful place. So we glad we got to experience it and so glad we were lucky enough to have Adam show us so much more of what Albania has to offer. Am seriously considering taking the family for our summer holidays in 2023 as there was still so much to see and experience in a very welcoming country. Prices were all very reasonable from food to beer and accommodation. Thanks again Great place Read more Written September 26, 2022
• DanielK1472 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Weekend with friends. Adam was full of knowledge about Tirana. Also a great friendly guy. If you have any reservations about visiting Albania, don’t worry such a friendly beautiful country. Can’t wait to go back. Read more Written September 26, 2022
• therossatron 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Another great trip to Albania thanks to Adam Having previously been to Albania and had a couple of day trips with Adam, I instantly knew as soon as I was returning with friends to contact him. Although not part of a standard tour offering Adam was basically our private tour guide showing my friends and I the highlights of Tirana, the best bars and even organised taking us to a shooting range. Nothing was too much for Adam, organising transfers to and from the airport and just being available if we needed him. Our group had some great experiences thanks to Adam and ones we are likely never to forget. All my friends are thinking of returning to Albania now and I know if I return for my third trip I’ll be messaging Adam and Albania Express travel to help organise it! Read more Written September 25, 2022
• Explore00826718550 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Lovely trip ess travel and our great guide was Mr Petrit and the driver Mr Bessy. The trip was really awesome and fantastic and I assure that we have been loved Albania & Kosovo too much, because we met a lovely people and lovely welcomeness. The guide took us to places we hardly had any idea about. This trip will be etched out in our memories forever. Our vacation was totally worth the time and money we spent on it because we explored so many new places. I thank Albania express travel and Mr Petrit on behalf of my entire colleagues for accompanying us on our trips. He is absolutely indispensable because of his knowledge of the nearby places to visit. His presence makes the already beautiful places many times more interesting. Once again thank you so much. Shaheed Qala’awi Bahrain November 24, 2021 Read more Written November 24, 2021
• Hamedkhalaf 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles I like this country One of my best places I traveled , this trip is amazing, It worth what we paid for with very high standards in services as travel agent.our guide was extremely excellent in his experience and flexibility. so I extremely recommend to visit this country . Read more Written November 23, 2021
• AnnieM007 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing Daytrip! I can't thank our tour guide Adam enough for giving us a fun filled day from start to finish. If you are lucky enough to get him as your tour guide you will agree with me that he is one interesting man on this planet! He went above and beyond, even making additional pit stops. He showed us so much in one day that would of easily taken us two to three days to do. The tour exceeded my expectations. I can't wait to do future day trips in other countries/cities with Albanian Express Travel and Adam! Read more Written March 14, 2021
• H4106GIront 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Incredible Experience All I can say is WOW! We didn't have much time to spend in Albania and this tour covered all of the history and culture one can indulge in just a few days. We started in the ancient city of Durres with a little walkthrough of the history and some stunning views. Our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable all the way through. What more can you ask for on such a short trip? It was good times and stunning views combined with hilarious banter and cultural education of the region. I particularly liked Shkodra Lake. I wish we had more time. Don't miss this one! Thanks again! Read more Written February 2, 2021
• avacheninwhere 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing Historical and Cultural Experience I really enjoyed this local tour guide's itinerary. I was able to learn about the local history and culture while seeing the unique architectural style and absolutely beautiful views. This trip is really worth the money and I'd recommend it to anyone considering it. I've been so inspired that I decided to see more of what this country has to offer and have extended my stay. Thank you so much for an amazing experience. Read more Written January 27, 2021
• DebJames11 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Winter tour of Montenegro and Albania My husband and I had arranged a tour with Adam last February through Albania Express Travel. Alba worked with me to arrange an 11-day vacation. It was just the 2 of us and Adam for the duration. First he met us promptly in Kotor, Montenegro. He is smart, funny, has the most amazing stories of his life and his country, is a great driver and kept us entertained. Both he and Alba were very flexible and willing to make changes as needed. Our accommodations were great. Adam recommended restaurants for dinner. Part way through the trip we decided to head south to northern Greece to visit the perched monasteries. No problem. I recommend Adam as a guide and Alba for her travel arrangements. Read more Written December 4, 2020
• RadioVagabond 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Albania was one of my favourite contries that year. I had the pleasure of doing a few days in Albania with Adam from Albania Express Travel. We walked around in Tirana and the knowledge he has about his country's capital blew me away. We also did a day trip to Kruje with a stop in Fushë-Kruje on the way. It was very interesting to see nature and hear about the history of the country. And again, it wouldn't have been the same without Adam. All in all, I am absolutely sure that he played a big part of me falling in love with Albania... which I honestly hadn't expected. I'm a full-time traveller and Albania was one of the favourite countries that year. I want to go back and see much more – and I am sure that my action in preparing for that is to contact Albania Express Travel. I did three episodes of my podcast about my visit. If you're interested, you can find them on The Radio Vagabond Read more Written December 4, 2020
• Blanka S 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful day tour to Prizren The trip was fantastic!! My guide Adam told me lots of information about both Albania and Kosovo, he is very nice and friendly, speaks perfect English, drives safe and thanks to him the day was really memorable. He also shared with me some not so known stories and brought me to try delicious Albanian unique desert :-) I would definitely recommend this tour to everybody!! Read more Written March 7, 2020
• kiwibuddy1 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful day with Adam I had the pleasure of having Adam as my tourguide/driver on a day trip from Tirana to Ohrid. First of all, Adam is a superb driver ... a rarity in Albania! He is vigilant behind the wheel, and I felt completely safe with Adam at all times. He is also an engaging and enjoyable traveling partner, and his knowledge of Albanian history was impressive. He also shared stories about his life in Albania, which I very much appreciated. Adam was always ready to make adjustments in the tour if I made a request. We shared several conversations during the day, and I felt I knew much more about Albania because of this tour. I strongly recommend Adam for any tours you might be considering in Albania (I know he also does longer tours throughout the country). Many thanks, Adam, for such an an enjoyable and interesting day. Read more Written December 13, 2019
• beentheredonethat53 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Excellent 30 day Balkan tour Thank you to Alma at Albania Express Travel for arranging an exceptional 30 day private tour of 8 Balkan countries. The itinerary was well organized and our hotels ranged from 3* to 5*. All but one were good and as we requested they were well located within very easy walking distance of attractions and restaurants. We were also very impressed at how quickly Alma was able to put together a custom itinerary and quote the cost. Adam was our very competent and friendly guide/driver and he drove a nice comfortable Land Rover. He often drove routes which were longer just so we could get great photos such as Kotor Bay from high up in the mountains of Montenegro and Uvac Canyon in Serbia. Sorry about that terrible road Adam :) but Uvac really was worth it! If you are thinking about travelling to Albania or any of the nearby countries I definitely recommend that you contact Albania Express Travel. Read more Written November 17, 2019

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Lively, colourful Tirana is where this tiny nation's hopes and dreams coalesce into a vibrant whirl of traffic, brash consumerism and unfettered fun. Having undergone a transformation of extraordinary proportions since awaking from its communist slumber in the early 1990s, Tirana's centre is now unrecognisable from those grey days, with buildings painted in primary colours, and public squares and pedestrianised streets that are a pleasure to wander.

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My four-day rail and ferry adventure from the UK to Albania

From London to Tirana, via Chambéry’s medieval streets, bustling Bari and Albania’s dynamic capital, this trip across Europe has treats at every turn

M y overriding memories of crossing countries by train, on a trip from London to Albania, are of half-empty carriages and countryside sweeping past windows bathed in the soft orange glow of sunset. I remember cypress trees, red-roofed villages with square churches, farmland in neat strips and row upon row of vineyards.

On my London-Paris-Chambéry-Turin-Bari-Tirana journey over land and sea, there was, for long stretches, little to do. The wifi was patchy. It took a while to adapt to having so much time to simply watch the world go by, travelling through landscapes without having to navigate them.

The biggest stress happened long before I set off, when a landslide not far from the French border with Italy blocked the rail line between Chambéry and Turin, forcing a closure that continues today. Byway, the no-fly operator I had booked with, offered to reroute me through Nice and on to Turin via the Vermenagna valley (with changes in Tende and Cuneo), or book me on the FlixBus service over part of the Mont Blanc massif. I was keen to see Chambéry and the Alps, so I chose the bus.

People seemed surprised when I told them I was travelling overland to Albania. As I gushed about the romance of slow travel by train and sleeper ferry, and my excitement about Tirana, I got comments about being “brave”. I didn’t feel especially brave: all the planning, tickets and hotel bookings were done for me, and friendly help was a WhatsApp call away if needed.

I just had to download the Rail Planner app for my Interrail pass and make sure I was at the right station at the right time (Turin was the biggest challenge: it has four main railway stations and taxis scream between them bearing anxious-looking passengers).

The entire journey took four days. If I did it all again, I’d stay longer in Puglia, the heel of Italy’s boot – and remember to buy my Paris Métro ticket from the cafe on the Eurostar.

Day one: London to Chamb éry

First to Paris’s Gare du Nord, then the metro to Gare de Lyon, where I make a beeline for a cafe opposite the station. Noise pervades the pavement tables of Café Terminus, but the cacophony is delightful – an atmospheric place for a citron pressé .

I’m in plenty of time for the train to Chambéry and, excitingly, am on the upper deck. Soon, we break free from the suburbs to trace huge stands of forest. Beyond Lyon begins a ripple of hills, lazy rivers and thickly forested slopes. As evening approaches, it’s all Alpine scenery. I arrive at an almost-empty station and walk to the boutique Hotel des Princes in Chambéry’s old town.

Chambéry has an Italian feel – it was the seat of the House of Savoy before the dynasty moved on to Turin – and its medieval alleys, cathedral and pastel-coloured townhouses are quietly impressive. The 1838 Fontaine des Éléphants sits in the middle of the closest square to the old town, and peeking from the end of every street are the Bauges and Chartreuse mountain ranges. My stay is peaceful and easy.

Day two: Chamb éry to Turin

From Chambéry, the train to Turin would take about 2½ hours, but the bus takes double this. I’m on the top deck again, which is worth it for the sight of misty fingers of early morning light breaking across the mountain ridge. Snoozing backpackers rouse themselves to snap pictures of remote Mont Blanc peaks, before slumbering once more through the tunnel to Italy. In Turin there’s perfume in the air from the blossom-covered trees.

Turin’s grid of long, straight boulevards is testament to its development by the Romans – the redbrick Palatine Gate is another Roman relic – and its grand piazzas, royal palaces and graffitied colonnades date from the city’s Savoy heyday in the 16th and 17th centuries. Today, the number one attraction is the Museo Egizio (Egyptian Museum).

My favourite moments? Ricotta and fig ice-cream on Piazza San Carlo, an aperitivo on off-the-beaten-path Via Sant’Agostino and the towering neoclassical Mole Antonelliana (national museum of cinema). I eat Turin’s famous doughy pizza al padellino (pan pizza) and spend a comfortable night in the eaves of Hotel Urbani in 19th-century residential streets close to the grand Porta Nuova train station.

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Day three: Turin to Bari

The views from my next train are of cinematic Tuscan scenes. Scorched fields, vines and Italian cypress trees. Neat red roofs and shabby-chic farmhouses. Fluffy clouds cling to hills that Google Maps tells me are the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines. After hours of soothing golden landscapes, the opal-blue Adriatic wallops into view just north of Ancona. Beach bars whip by and cypress trees are replaced with palm trees: I’ve arrived in the south of Italy.

Bari is hands down my favourite stop. The noise, heat and energy as we step off the train in the early evening are joyous. After Chambéry and Turin, Bari feels brash, a little rough around the edges even; a proper port city. The labyrinthine alleyways of the whitewashed old town are almost cliched in their cuteness. Despite the troupes of tightly packed headphone-wearing Americans following guided tours, it somehow manages to retain a tranquil atmosphere.

Old ladies yawn from the shade as tourists surreptitiously snap pictures and laundry flutters from balconies. I could stay for ever, but after 24 hours (which includes a lot of pasta, a stroll along the posh promenade to the not-so-posh city beach and a night in an elegant aparthotel, Residence Zodiacus , halfway between the station and the old town), it’s time to board the night ferry to Albania.

Day (and night) four: Bari to Tirana

I arrive at the ferry on foot and am escorted through the car deck to jokes about going in the wrong direction (to Albania, instead of from it). In the early morning I spot a pink sky through the cracked window of my comfy en suite cabin, and head to the top deck to see the sun rise over the distant outline of Albania. Disembarking in the port of Durrës is a bit of a scrum and there’s a bus to the capital waiting, but I opt instead for a five-minute taxi ride to the centre of town and breakfast of pastries and espresso on a dazzling white road lined with boutiques and palm trees. I later regret this though, as the aircon on the grubby public bus I eventually take to Tirana is more tired than I am, and drops me in an urban sprawl miles from the centre.

Tirana itself is a revelation. My hotel, Padam Boutique , is a grand villa with handsome rooms and floor-to-ceiling windows, and there’s striking new skyward architecture on every nearby street. A short stroll away is the landmark Pyramid of Tirana , which stands as a symbol and monument to change (and is fun to climb at sunset). Skanderbeg Square – a jumble of buildings erected on a roundabout at the time of the celebrations to mark the fall of communism in 1992 – is now a pedestrianised, glossy public space. There are nods to Albania’s recent, wretched history behind the iron curtain, of course – the Bunk’Art and Bunk’Art 2 museums, in nuclear bunkers are unmissable – but Tirana and the country are more than just the last century. My journey is done, but it feels like Tirana is just getting into its stride.

The trip was provided by Byway , which offers sustainable travel and accommodation packages across the UK and Europe. Its Alps to Albania trip costs from £679pp

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Highlights of Albania

• 7 nights of accommodation
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Driver/guide
• Entry/Admission - Ardenica Monastery
• Entry/Admission - Apollonia Archaeological Park
• Entry/Admission - Ali Pasha Castle
• Entry/Admission - Butrint National Park
• Entry/Admission - The Blue Eye
• Lunches / Dinners
• All Fees and Taxes
• We will pick up at airport or hotel
• Rinas Airport, Tirana Albania
• Wheelchair accessible
• Near public transportation
• Infants must sit on laps
• Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travellers can participate
• This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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• Wanderer783307 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A special look from Albania... Without our tourist guide,Adam Picaku, Gjirokastra wouldn't be the same for us,because he knew everything we should know about this amazing place. Read more Written 3 September 2023
• Alex T 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fast, Reliable & Efficient I have booked a customized 13-day tour with Albania Express Travel and had an amazing time. Fast, reliable and efficient, these are qualities that I love about Albania Express Travel. Read more Written 8 June 2023
• Ben H 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great trip Got the full Tirana experience from Adam, wonderful guy and a great guide, we were lucky enough to have him arrange loads of fun over a weekend. His local knowledge is second to none, his English and Italian perfect and right to be proud of a wonderful place. So we glad we got to experience it and so glad we were lucky enough to have Adam show us so much more of what Albania has to offer. Am seriously considering taking the family for our summer holidays in 2023 as there was still so much to see and experience in a very welcoming country. Prices were all very reasonable from food to beer and accommodation. Thanks again Great place Read more Written 26 September 2022
• DanielK1472 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Weekend with friends. Adam was full of knowledge about Tirana. Also a great friendly guy. If you have any reservations about visiting Albania, don’t worry such a friendly beautiful country. Can’t wait to go back. Read more Written 26 September 2022
• therossatron 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Another great trip to Albania thanks to Adam Having previously been to Albania and had a couple of day trips with Adam, I instantly knew as soon as I was returning with friends to contact him. Although not part of a standard tour offering Adam was basically our private tour guide showing my friends and I the highlights of Tirana, the best bars and even organised taking us to a shooting range. Nothing was too much for Adam, organising transfers to and from the airport and just being available if we needed him. Our group had some great experiences thanks to Adam and ones we are likely never to forget. All my friends are thinking of returning to Albania now and I know if I return for my third trip I’ll be messaging Adam and Albania Express travel to help organise it! Read more Written 25 September 2022
• Explore00826718550 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Lovely trip ess travel and our great guide was Mr Petrit and the driver Mr Bessy. The trip was really awesome and fantastic and I assure that we have been loved Albania & Kosovo too much, because we met a lovely people and lovely welcomeness. The guide took us to places we hardly had any idea about. This trip will be etched out in our memories forever. Our vacation was totally worth the time and money we spent on it because we explored so many new places. I thank Albania express travel and Mr Petrit on behalf of my entire colleagues for accompanying us on our trips. He is absolutely indispensable because of his knowledge of the nearby places to visit. His presence makes the already beautiful places many times more interesting. Once again thank you so much. Shaheed Qala’awi Bahrain November 24, 2021 Read more Written 24 November 2021
• Hamedkhalaf 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles I like this country One of my best places I traveled , this trip is amazing, It worth what we paid for with very high standards in services as travel agent.our guide was extremely excellent in his experience and flexibility. so I extremely recommend to visit this country . Read more Written 23 November 2021
• AnnieM007 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing Daytrip! I can't thank our tour guide Adam enough for giving us a fun filled day from start to finish. If you are lucky enough to get him as your tour guide you will agree with me that he is one interesting man on this planet! He went above and beyond, even making additional pit stops. He showed us so much in one day that would of easily taken us two to three days to do. The tour exceeded my expectations. I can't wait to do future day trips in other countries/cities with Albanian Express Travel and Adam! Read more Written 14 March 2021
• H4106GIront 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Incredible Experience All I can say is WOW! We didn't have much time to spend in Albania and this tour covered all of the history and culture one can indulge in just a few days. We started in the ancient city of Durres with a little walkthrough of the history and some stunning views. Our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable all the way through. What more can you ask for on such a short trip? It was good times and stunning views combined with hilarious banter and cultural education of the region. I particularly liked Shkodra Lake. I wish we had more time. Don't miss this one! Thanks again! Read more Written 2 February 2021
• avacheninwhere 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing Historical and Cultural Experience I really enjoyed this local tour guide's itinerary. I was able to learn about the local history and culture while seeing the unique architectural style and absolutely beautiful views. This trip is really worth the money and I'd recommend it to anyone considering it. I've been so inspired that I decided to see more of what this country has to offer and have extended my stay. Thank you so much for an amazing experience. Read more Written 27 January 2021
• DebJames11 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Winter tour of Montenegro and Albania My husband and I had arranged a tour with Adam last February through Albania Express Travel. Alba worked with me to arrange an 11-day vacation. It was just the 2 of us and Adam for the duration. First he met us promptly in Kotor, Montenegro. He is smart, funny, has the most amazing stories of his life and his country, is a great driver and kept us entertained. Both he and Alba were very flexible and willing to make changes as needed. Our accommodations were great. Adam recommended restaurants for dinner. Part way through the trip we decided to head south to northern Greece to visit the perched monasteries. No problem. I recommend Adam as a guide and Alba for her travel arrangements. Read more Written 4 December 2020
• RadioVagabond 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Albania was one of my favourite contries that year. I had the pleasure of doing a few days in Albania with Adam from Albania Express Travel. We walked around in Tirana and the knowledge he has about his country's capital blew me away. We also did a day trip to Kruje with a stop in Fushë-Kruje on the way. It was very interesting to see nature and hear about the history of the country. And again, it wouldn't have been the same without Adam. All in all, I am absolutely sure that he played a big part of me falling in love with Albania... which I honestly hadn't expected. I'm a full-time traveller and Albania was one of the favourite countries that year. I want to go back and see much more – and I am sure that my action in preparing for that is to contact Albania Express Travel. I did three episodes of my podcast about my visit. If you're interested, you can find them on The Radio Vagabond Read more Written 4 December 2020
• Blanka S 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful day tour to Prizren The trip was fantastic!! My guide Adam told me lots of information about both Albania and Kosovo, he is very nice and friendly, speaks perfect English, drives safe and thanks to him the day was really memorable. He also shared with me some not so known stories and brought me to try delicious Albanian unique desert :-) I would definitely recommend this tour to everybody!! Read more Written 7 March 2020
• kiwibuddy1 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful day with Adam I had the pleasure of having Adam as my tourguide/driver on a day trip from Tirana to Ohrid. First of all, Adam is a superb driver ... a rarity in Albania! He is vigilant behind the wheel, and I felt completely safe with Adam at all times. He is also an engaging and enjoyable traveling partner, and his knowledge of Albanian history was impressive. He also shared stories about his life in Albania, which I very much appreciated. Adam was always ready to make adjustments in the tour if I made a request. We shared several conversations during the day, and I felt I knew much more about Albania because of this tour. I strongly recommend Adam for any tours you might be considering in Albania (I know he also does longer tours throughout the country). Many thanks, Adam, for such an an enjoyable and interesting day. Read more Written 13 December 2019
• beentheredonethat53 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Excellent 30 day Balkan tour Thank you to Alma at Albania Express Travel for arranging an exceptional 30 day private tour of 8 Balkan countries. The itinerary was well organized and our hotels ranged from 3* to 5*. All but one were good and as we requested they were well located within very easy walking distance of attractions and restaurants. We were also very impressed at how quickly Alma was able to put together a custom itinerary and quote the cost. Adam was our very competent and friendly guide/driver and he drove a nice comfortable Land Rover. He often drove routes which were longer just so we could get great photos such as Kotor Bay from high up in the mountains of Montenegro and Uvac Canyon in Serbia. Sorry about that terrible road Adam :) but Uvac really was worth it! If you are thinking about travelling to Albania or any of the nearby countries I definitely recommend that you contact Albania Express Travel. Read more Written 17 November 2019

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