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Classic Albania – Land of the Eagle with Four-day Golem Beach Extension

Top Highlights

Et'hem Bey Mosque, Tirana

Discover the post-communist capital, Tirana, and its colourful past with a guided tour of its most historic landmarks

Gjirokastër cobbled streets and shops

Get a taste of authentic Albanian life and explore the winding cobbled streets in the old town of Gjirokastër

Aerial view of Golem Beach, Albania

Unwind at a five-star hotel in coastal Golem for the last four days of your trip

 Ancient Theatre Of Buthrotum, Butrint, Albania

Glimpse into Albania’s ancient history with visits to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Butrint and the Apollonia Archaeological Park

Itinerary

More highlights

Explore authentic Albanian traditions with tours of coastal Vlorë and Berat, the ‘city of a thousand windows’

Walk in the steps of Albania’s national hero with visits to the Skanderbeg Museum, Krujë castle and historic Shkodër

Visit the Albanian Riviera with a tour of Ali Pasha Castle, a fortress on the strait of Corfu, and the coastal resort of Sarandë

Trace the Albanian Riviera to Durrës, ‘The Eternal City on the Adriatic’, and tour its well-preserved ancient ruins

Immerse yourself in the diverse religious heritage with tours of Ardenica Monastery and Tirana’s grand Et’hel Bey Mosque

Enjoy scenic landscapes at Llogara National Park, surrounded by mountains, and the clear waters of ‘Blue Eye’ - a 50-ft-deep natural spring

What the price includes

  • 10 nights’ bed and breakfast accommodation at hotels in Tirana (3 nights), Vlorë (1), Sarandë (1), Gjirokastër (1), Berat (1), and Golem (3)
  • 10 breakfasts
  • Tours of Tirana and Durrës
  • Tour of Vlorë, including a visit to the Monastery of Adrenica
  • Drive along the Albanian Riviera with visits to Llogara National Park, Ali Pasha Castle and Sarandë
  • Tour of Butrint and Gjirokastër
  • Day trip to Berat and the Apollonia Archaeological Park with visit to the Onufri Museum
  • Return flights to Tirana
  • Coach transfers and travel included throughout
  • Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, with the exception of your final stay in Golem
  • All mandatory local taxes and charges

Dates & Prices

Solo price

Want to spread the cost? Choose our Easy Payment Plan.

Departure point Departure date Price (per person) Availability
Aberdeen

May 2026 - October 2026

from £1811.00 pp

4 dates available

Belfast City George Best

May 2026 - October 2026

from £1566.00 pp

4 dates available

Edinburgh

May 2026 - October 2026

from £1584.00 pp

4 dates available

Glasgow

May 2026 - October 2026

from £1669.00 pp

4 dates available

Inverness

May 2026 - October 2026

from £1651.00 pp

4 dates available

Liverpool John Lennon

May 2026 - October 2026

from £1386.00 pp

4 dates available

London Heathrow

May 2026 - October 2026

from £1453.00 pp

4 dates available

London Stansted

May 2026 - October 2026

from £1417.00 pp

4 dates available

Newcastle

May 2026 - October 2026

from £1660.00 pp

4 dates available

Accommodation

Hotel Gjirokastra, Gjirokastër, pool
Classic Albania with Four-day Golem Beach Extension Albania You'll be staying in a series of comfortable hotels that are conveniently located for your tour itinerary.

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Save up to 10% offer applies to new bookings made between 1st April and 30th April 2026 and cannot be applied retrospectively to bookings already confirmed. This offer does not apply to child pricing. The offer does not apply to departure dates with late availability pricing.
 
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This offer is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Newmarket Holidays reserves the right to cancel, change or amend any tour. Holidays booked with Newmarket Holidays, are financially protected in accordance with ABTA, ATOL & ABTOT regulations. Newmarket Holidays Limited is a company registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 02238316. 

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