Authentic Motorcycle Tour in Albania
On the first day of the tour, we will meet and discuss at the city of Tirana, followed by an overnight stay in the city. On the second day, the tour leaves Tirana and heads towards Puke and Agora, spending the night by Lake Vau i Dejes. The third day involves a trip to Lake Koman and Peshkopi, with an overnight stay in Peshkopi. On the fourth day, the tour heads to Korca, taking in the Lake Ohrid, and spending the night in Korca. On the fifth day, the tour heads to Gjirokastra, staying in a typical house converted into a charming hotel. On the sixth day, the tour goes to Butrint and Himara, staying overnight in Himara by the sea. On the seventh day, the tour returns to Tirana, taking in the Llogara National Park, and spending the night in Tirana. On the eighth and final day, the tour ends with departure from Tirana.
AUTHENTIC ALBANIA TOUR FACTS
Day 1. Tirana
Day 2. Tirana-Puke-Agora (200km)
Day 3. Agora – Lake Koman – Peshkopi (200km)
Day 4. Peshkopi – Korca (190 km)
Day 5. Korce- Gjirokaster (200km)
Day 6. Gjirokaster- Butrint – Himara (160 km)
Day 7. Himara – Tirana (220 km)
Day 8. Departure
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- Experienced guide on a motorcycle
- ‘Photo & video memories’ package by MotorAlb
- BMW GS motorcycle with hard/lockable case(s)
- Support vehicle that carries spare motorcycle, your luggage and oversized purchases; can accommodate up to two passengers
- All accommodation for the tour (5 nights) in beautiful hotels
- All breakfasts for the tour
- All dinners except on rest days; most of them in traditional local restaurants
- All water and soft drinks during included dinners
- All gasoline/petrol for the tour
- All entrances to National and Nature Parks according to tour itinerary
- All ferry rides according to the tour itinerary
- Tour guidebook with descriptions, maps and highlighted routes by day
NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
Air ticket, most lunches, tolls, personal spending, tips and all not mentioned as included
Day 1. Tirana
Arrival in Tirana.
Visit of the city.
Overnight in Tirana
Day 2. Tirana-Puke-Agora (200km)
In the morning we will leave in the direction of the small town of Puka. After leaving behind the noise of populated areas we will find the beauty of the alpine curves and landscapes of northern Albania. We will make a short stop in the small alpine town of Puka. Then we will set off towards the lake of Vau i Dejes. Curves and beautiful views will accompany us in this part of the day.
We will spend the night by the lake of Vau i Dejes in the hospitable and relaxing environment of the small hotel of Agora.
Day 3. Agora – Lake Koman – Peshkopi (200km)
In the morning we will set off towards Lake Koman. After a short ride on motorcycles we will relax on the ferry that crosses Lake Koman. This 2-hour ferry ride will present us with a landscape close to the Norwegian Fjords. You will have moments of relaxation and enjoyment of this beautiful nature. Then we will resume the engines to start towards the city of Peshkopi. We will follow during this part of the day the valley of the river Drin which is the largest in Albania. The afternoon will be quiet in the authentic small town of Peshkopi.
Overnight in Peshkopi
Day 4. Peshkopi – Korca (190 km)
We will leave behind the city of Peshkopi to rediscover the turns and high mountains. Authentic villages, mountains and rivers will accompany us during this part of the day. Then we will take a vacation by the lake of Ohrid which is part of UNESCO for the rich flora and fauna. This lake is one of the oldest and deepest in Europe. Our journey will continue towards the city of Korca. Love serenades and typical neighborhoods give a special charm to this city. Visit the city.
Accommodation in Korca
Day 5. Korce- Gjirokaster (200km)
In the morning we will leave for the city of Gjirokastra. Today’s trip will be accompanied by another stunning and authentic landscape. Small towns, small villages, beautiful mountains and rivers will be part of today’s exploration. You will have the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the Vjosa River, considered the only wild river in Europe, otherwise known as the “Blue Heart of Europe”. In the afternoon we will arrive in the city of Gjirokastra. This city is otherwise known as the stone city and is part of UNESCO. You will have more information about this city during the visits.
Accommodation in one of the typical houses transformed into a charm hotel.
Day 6. Gjirokaster- Butrint – Himara (160 km)
In the morning we will leave for the archeological site of Butrint. Curves, beautiful views, lands planted with citrus will accompany us during today’s journey and at the end a very original raft will pass us across the Vivari canal which connects the Ionian Sea with Butrint Lake. The Butrint Archaeological Site is part of UNESCO. During the visit we will travel back in time commenting on the numerous monuments dating from the 8th century b.c. to the 19th century e.s. of different civilizations. Then we will set off towards one of the most beautiful regions of Albania, the Albanian Riviera. Typical Mediterranean landscapes will be part of this part of the day. In the evening you will have the opportunity to discover Albanian polyphonic songs which are part of UNESCO.
Overnight in Himara near the sea.
Day 7. Himara – Tirana (220 km)
We will leave Himara behind to rediscover the Riviera and its turns. During today’s trip we will pass between the typical villages of the Riviera which have a wonderful panorama over the blue of the Ionian Sea. We will climb to an altitude of 1000 m and the landscape offered by the Llogara national park of alpine character will be very different from that of the Mediterranean Riviera. In the afternoon we will be in the city of Tirana.
The animated life of the many bars and typical pleasant neighborhoods will complete this last day of this trip.
Overnight in Tirana.
Day 8. Departure
Get the Best Tour expertise to Explore Albania
Having the opportunity to travel and explore Albania, is equal to the very essence of life. Blessed to work in the tourism field linked with a great passion for adventure. In motorcycle rental Albania, we try to share this passion with others who are always chasing the next adventure. Motoralb is a combination of motorcycle experts with specialists in the tourism field. This gives us a lead in offering a very high quality expertise and meeting the requirements of motorcycle adventure enthusiasts from all over the world.
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This All Sounds Great, but I have Questions
FAQs
You can enjoy your vacation in Tirana on a motorbike or make your guided trips in the Balkans region hassle-free with motoralb.com. We offer BMW GS and Harley Davidson motorcycles for rent, as well as all necessary accessories for your rental.
There are four ways you can always have discounts with MotorAlb:
- Plan travel outside of our highest peak demand periods, which are typically May – September.
- Bring friends – Groups of 3 or more bikes enjoy a 10% discount on rentals and a 5% discount on tours during several months of the year.
- Ride longer – The longer you ride the greater the Discount. Our pricing is set up to give you greater value.
- Package & Save – Package your motorcycle rental with our Motorcycle User-Friendly Website and enjoy 10% – 30% Discount.
Our Guided tours cost between 1000 and 5000 Eur, depending on the trip’s size and duration. The cost covers everything you’ll need during your stay, including bike rentals, fuel, meals, drinks, accommodations, and entry fees. The only thing not included is the flight cost. We also offer monthly pre-payment plans starting at 500Eu/month.
We offer four favorite guided tours that vary in length. The Mountains & Lakes tour lasts for two days, while the UNESCO and Albanian Riviera tour lasts for four days. The Authentic & Panorama tour is a six-day adventure, and the Balkan Panorama tour is an eleven-day journey.
We actually have an entire travel guide dedicated to motorcycle and outdoor training. This travel guide is so robust in training, that you’d be able to explore Albania in any terrain. If you’d like more info on that, call us now and have more information.
Albania is the perfect country to explore on a bike, with respect from fellow bikers and surprises awaiting you around every corner. By taking advantage of motoralb.com’s guided tours, you can have a completely unique experience in Albania!