About Albania
Albania has Greece to the south and also shares borders with Macedonia, Kosovo and Montenegro. If you were sitting in a hilltop bar, on the east coast of the Greek island of Corfu, you can see Albania on a clear day, or night.
An Albanian Coastal Road Cruise
Starting in Vlore, the coastal road south toward Ksamil delivers a most stunning drive. The route hugs the Ionian Sea, climbing into the mountains through Llogara Pass, where pine forests open to sweeping views of the coastline below. The descent reveals the Albanian Riviera, raw, winding, and unforgettable.
Passing through Dhermi, the road dips toward hidden beaches and whitewashed villages. Himare offers a quiet harbor and a chance to stop for grilled fish by the water. Further south, Qeparo and Porto Palermo bring stone houses and a fortress perched above a turquoise bay.
The final stretch into Sarande and Ksamil flattens out, with views of Corfu across the channel. The beaches here are soft and shallow, perfect for swimming or kayaking to nearby islets.
Roads are paved but narrow, especially through the mountains. Traffic is light outside summer, and signs are clear. The full drive from Vlore to Ksamil takes about five hours, but stopping along the way turns it into a full day journey.

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Tirana is the capital, and whose airport you will probably fly into. The city all started with a bakery, a baths and a mosque. It still has a rustic charm about it, but like many a city, has growth problems with traffic. The main area of interest is The Block and is a good place to hang, drink and eat.
One interesting feature, is the cable car you can get to the top of Mount Dajti,
After securing your vehicle, by paying a small deposit, should you need to make a change, then this can be done without incurring an additional fee. Or, say your trip is cancelled, then no full refunds are possible, but best check you terms and conditions.
Albania Tourism
To get the latest tourist information, check the official
Albania Tourist Board website.
Updated:- 30th September 2025