UNESCO Cycling Tour Albania

This tour is for fit people who enjoy cycling into the nature and history of the southern coast, known as the “Albanian Riviera”. We will pass through scenic natural parks, home to some of Albania’s most astounding landscapes. We will visit fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Sites, stop in picturesque villages, and most of all enjoy the active adventure of Albania by bike.

TYPE: Guided cycling holiday

LEVEL: Fit

DATES: May-October

NIGHTS 8

DAYS: 9

CYCLING DAYS: 6

START/FINISH: Tirana

ACCOMMODATION: Local guesthouses and hotels

INCLUDED 

8 nights’ hotel accommodation, based on shared twin rooms 

Breakfast and dinner each full day of the tour 

A professional English-speaking guide riding with the group 

Transfers between the airport and hotels (at specific times only) 

Transfer to the historical city of Kruja on the last day 

Support vehicle with bi-lingual driver, to carry luggage and up to 4 bikes and riders 

Entrance Butrint 

NOT INCLUDED 

Drinks

Snacks

Lunches

Breakfast on day 1

Dinner on day 9

Bicycles (2011 Giant Roam 1, X-Road) Other bike accessories (€15,- p.p. per day)

Entry fees at any attractions other than Butrint

Bank transfer fees

If you wish to pay by credit card there is a 4.5% service charge

Essential Info:

Participant guidelines

These tours can be physically challenging, and demand you to be in good physical shape. The roads are not always in the best of conditions and may contain some big ascents and descents.

Prior cycling experience is an advantage, but not necessary for those who are in good shape. You must remember that you will bike with a group of people, partially in city traffic, so you will be moving in single file formation and proceeding quite slowly in the pedestrian area. Also, you must remember that it’s always better to stop when you are not sure how to interpret the signs or moves of other vehicles on the street.

What to bring:

Breathable lightweight waterproof gear (gore-tex, sympatex, etc), fleece/wool pullover, wind-stopper jacket and gloves, small backpack with rain coverage, cap, sun block, mosquito repellent, head lamp, water bottle, sunglasses

Land only

The “OA” tours are Land Only; the prices do not include your flight, nor transport to and from the airport to hotel. You must make your own way to the starting point of every tour. If you would like us to arrange a transfer for you from the airport to your hotel or from your hotel to the beginning point of the tour, please let us know at booking or contact us via the enquiry form.

Good to know

Pick-up location

Central Tirana, to be specified at booking confirmation

Drop-off location

Central Tirana, to be specified at booking confirmation

Children policy

Children joining this tour should have experience with cycling. Children under 18 should be accompanied by an adult.

FAQs

Are Airport transfers included in the tour?

Our set departure tours do not include the airport transfers, if you wish to book an airport transfer, please mention this at your booking form. The price from the airport to Tirana is 30 euro (max 3pax).

With whom will I share my room?

Our set departure tours are based on twin sharing rooms. We will make sure that you will only share your room with a person of the same sex. In case you want to share your room with a specific persons you know, please let us know at booking.

Can I bring my own bike?

You can either bring your own bike, or rent a bike from us.

What is the cost for a rental bike?

A rental bike cost 15 euros per day

Does this tour have a guaranteed departure?

For the cycling tour Accursed mountains, we need a min number of 7 participants to guarantee a departure. You can check our departure dates and see what departures are guaranteed or contact us for further information. 48 hours prior to departure we will let you know if there are enough participants to run a tour, in case there are not enough participants you can either choose to cancel or pay a small group supplement.

What is the beginning time of the tour?

09:00 o’clock in the morning we will meet in central Tirana

Can I bring my kids along?

Unfortunately, we do not have small bikes and therefore children need to be big enough for an adult bike. The min age for set departure tours is 18.

How will the luggage be transported?

This tour has a support vehicle to carry the luggage and, when needed, up to 4 bikes and riders.

In case your question is not answered yet, after reading the FAQ, please feel free to contact us.