Albania Girls Trip

? 2027

AUD $250 Deposit

The ultimate Albania adventure is back!

Get ready for 8 unforgettable days exploring one of Europe’s most underrated countries, from hiking through the Albanian Alps and swimming in crystal-clear rivers to cliff jumping, castle sunsets and discovering hidden gems along the way.

We’ll be sharing the whole adventure with a small group of like-minded travellers, mixing nature, adventure and plenty of time to enjoy each place together.

Inclusions

✓ Airport pickup & drop-off from Tirana
✓ All transport to and from every activity
✓ 7 nights in a fun, social, locally run hostel
✓ Daily breakfasts
✓ 2 lunches & 2 dinners
✓ All entry fees and licensed local guides
✓ Guided adventures through the Albanian Alps
✓ Hidden canyon cliff-jumping day
✓ Highlands waterfall hike & swim spots
✓ Speedboat day trip to the iconic Shala River
✓ Rozafa Castle visit
✓ Scenic Lake Shkodra boat ride

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Albania

Arrive in Albania and make your way to Shkodra on the included group shuttle from Tirana Airport. Once we arrive, we’ll check into our locally run hostel and have some time to settle in, explore the town or just relax after the journey. In the evening, we’ll all meet properly for a welcome dinner and trip briefing.

Dinner included

DAY 2

Hidden canyon + cliff jumping

Today we’re heading into the mountains to explore one of northern Albania’s hidden canyons. We’ll spend the day swimming, scrambling over rocks and, for anyone feeling brave, cliff jumping into crystal-clear water. It’s such a fun adventure day and a really good introduction to the wild side of Albania.

DAY 3

Theth National Park + the Albanian Alps

Today we head into the heart of the Albanian Alps. We’ll take a scenic drive into Theth National Park, stopping at viewpoints along the way before hiking to Grunas Waterfall and continuing on to the famous Blue Eye. Expect mountain scenery, waterfalls, fresh air and some of the best views of the trip.

Lunch included

DAY 4

Rozafa Castle + Lake Shkodra

A slightly slower day today, mixing a little history with time out on the water. We’ll visit Rozafa Castle for panoramic views over Shkodra and the surrounding mountains before heading out onto Lake Shkodra. There’ll be time to swim, kayak or simply relax and enjoy the scenery.

DAY 5

Highlands waterfall hike

Today we head deeper into the highlands for a guided hike through rugged landscapes to a remote waterfall and natural swimming pools. This is one of the more off-the-beaten-path days of the trip and perfect if you love hiking, wild scenery and finding places that feel a little more hidden.

Lunch included

DAY 6

Shala River

Today we’re heading to one of Albania’s most beautiful spots. Often called the “Albanian Thailand,” Shala River is known for its ridiculously blue water and dramatic cliffs. We’ll take a speedboat across the lake before spending the day swimming, relaxing and soaking up the scenery.

DAY 7

Coast day + farewell dinner

For our final full day, we’ll head to the coast for a slower day by the sea. Think swimming, beach time and one last chance to relax together before returning to Shkodra. In the evening, we’ll finish the trip with a farewell dinner and night out together.

Dinner included

DAY 8

Goodbyes for now

After breakfast, we’ll check out and take the included group shuttle back to Tirana Airport. From there, it’s time to say goodbye and either continue your travels or make your way home.

Disclaimer

Please note that this itinerary is a guide and may need to change depending on weather, road conditions, water levels, local transport or other circumstances outside of our control.

As several days involve hiking, swimming, boat travel and outdoor activities, plans may occasionally be adjusted to keep things safe and make the most of the conditions on the day.

Where changes are needed, we’ll always do our best to keep the experience as close to the planned itinerary as possible.

Your Host

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Your Host 〰️

Hey, Im Lauren!

A travel content creator from Perth, Western Australia.

For the past five years, I’ve been exploring the world, visiting over 40 countries (so far!) and searching for the prettiest places on earth. Travel has become more than just a passion, it’s a way of life. Whether I’m swimming in the ocean, hiking through hidden trails, or discovering places most people have never heard of, I feel most alive when I’m surrounded by nature.

My mission is simple: to explore, connect with like-minded people, and encourage others to find their own kind of adventure.

Where We’re Staying

Throughout the trip, we’ll be based at a locally run hostel in Shkodra, which will be our home for the week.

It’s a relaxed, social base where we can come back to after each day’s adventures, with plenty of space to unwind, hang out with the group and recharge.

Staying in one place also means no constantly packing and unpacking, and from Shkodra we’ll head out on day trips to explore the mountains, rivers, lakes and coastline before returning each evening.

Accommodation will be shared, keeping the trip social and making it easy to get to know everyone along the way.

 

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