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Albanian Riviera

📷 Krzysztof Dudzik ( User:ToSter ), Inkey · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Ionian beaches, Ottoman stone towns and very fair prices.

The Albanian Riviera runs along the Ionian Sea past turquoise bays, Himarë and the islets of Ksamil. Inland, the stone city of Gjirokastër and the ancient city of Butrint are UNESCO sites; the Llogara Pass offers a spectacular drive.

Known for

  • Beach
  • Coastal
  • Budget
  • Photography
Travel guide on Wikivoyage ↗

Best time to visit

The best months for Albanian Riviera are May, June, July, August and September.

Suggested route

6 nights across 3 stops. Jourimo adjusts it to the length of your trip.

  1. 1Himarë · 2 nights
  2. 2Ksamil · 3 nights
  3. 3Gjirokastër · 1 night