The Albanian Riviera is still one of the few places left in the Mediterranean that feels unfinished in the right way. Dhërmi and Himarë have the water you expect from Greece but without the crowds or the prices. The road down from the mountain is one of the great drives in Europe, pine forest giving way to limestone cliffs and then suddenly the Ionian below you. Days here have a straightforward rhythm. Swim in the morning. Long lunch. Swim again. Dinner somewhere with a view. You can add a private boat along the coast for a day and reach beaches that have no road access at all.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1, Arrival & Transfer to the Riviera
- Private transfer from Tirana to Dhërmi, approximately 2.5 hours, the coastal road at the end is the best part of the drive
- Apartment or villa check-in, afternoon on the beach
- Dinner at a waterfront restaurant, fresh catch, local wine, no rush
Day 2, Riviera Beach Day
- Full day at the beach or on the water
- Optional: private boat trip along the coast, Gjipe Beach by sea, hidden coves your group alone
Day 3, Cultural or Coastal Day
- Day trip to Gjirokastër or Berat (optional, for those who want a cultural day mid-trip)
- Or a second boat day, the coast gives you more than one good day on the water
Day 4, Departure
- Morning at the beach before departure
- Drive back to Tirana, stop in Berat if you want to see the city without an overnight
Where You'll Stay
Our Dhërmi apartments are steps from the water. Some have sea views from the terrace. For groups wanting more space and privacy, our Gjiri i Lalzit villas have private pools and gardens and are an hour from Tirana with direct beach access.
- Dhërmi
- Himarë
Optional Add-ons
- Private airport transfer
- Full-day Riviera boat tour
- Sea kayaking experience
Suggested Stays for This Trip
A few of our apartments and villas that fit this route, hand-picked by our team.
Suggested Experiences for This Trip
Hand-picked tours and activities along your route - add them to your itinerary or just use them as inspiration.
Cape of Rodon & Duka Winery
Cape of Rodon, Albania
A scenic coastal day trip along the Adriatic to the historic Cape of Rodon, home to Skanderbeg's 15th-century castle and a peaceful seaside church. Continue to Duka Winery for a guided tasting of Albanian wines paired with local delicacies in the vineyards.
Private Intercity Transfers
Albania
Private transfers between Tirana and destinations across Albania and the region. One price covers the whole vehicle, standard car for up to 4 passengers, minivan for up to 7. Select your route and passenger count and the price updates automatically. All return journeys are the same price. We also cover cross-border routes to Kosovo, Montenegro, and North Macedonia.
Airport Transfer, Tirana International Airport
Tirana
Private door-to-door transfer between Tirana International Airport (TIA) and your accommodation in the city. Your driver tracks your flight, meets you at arrivals with a name board, and handles your luggage. No waiting, no shared shuttles, no stress. Works both ways, we also do drop-offs for departing flights.