The Albanian Riviera
An extension trip that includes it all. You will head onto your Albanian Riviera extension after
your trek and get a chance to discover a whole new side of Albania. Immerse yourself in its
colourful Ottoman and Soviet-era architecture, indulge in the nation’s Mediterranean cuisine
and enjoy five days of entertainment in this perfect blend of traditional and contemporary
culture.
Take a look at our The Albanian Riviera Challenge Info Pack for further details or get in touch to add our trip extension to your challenge!
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DAY 1 - JULY 14th: CITY OF SHKODRA
This morning you bid your team mates a fond
farewell before leaving the capital behind
and setting off to discover the cultural City of
Shkodra, which is known as the centre of Albanian
Catholicism. On arrival, our local guide will provide
information on the days to come before you take
lunch. On the afternoon we’ll take you out on
a walking tour of this captivating City, browsing
some of the historical monuments and soaking in
its cobbled streets lined with colourful eateries and
cafes. The evening will be yours to dine out and
potentially explore more of this captivating City.
Accommodation in twin-share rooms
Breakfast, lunch & dinner included.
DAY 2 - JULY 15th: SHKODRA LAKE - KAYAKING
After a relaxing first day, today you’ll have an early
breakfast at your hotel before being transferred
to the coastal village of Shiroka, where we’ve got some activities lined up for you. On the morning
you’ll get on the water in Shkodra Lake and test
your kayaking abilities, under the supervision of
our professional instructors. Then, after lunch,
our expert guides will take you on a bicycle tour
around the local area, allowing you to take in
some of the scenery of this beautiful water-side
settlement. On the evening you wil return to your
hotel in Shkodra for dinner and a well-earned rest.
Accommodation in twin-share rooms
Breakfast & lunch included.
DAY 3 - JULY 16th: VELIPOJA BEACH
After breakfast at your
hotel, we will transfer you to the stunning beach of
Velipoja on the South coast. The beach stretches
more than 14km along the coast, so you won’t be
short of space to relax, soak in the Sun and take
a dip in the shallow water. There are plenty of
restaurants here serving up local dishes, and the
hunting reservoir and Viluni lagoon offer spectacular
views of the pristine blue waters around. Late in the
day you will be taken back to your hotel in Shkodra.
Accommodation in twin-share rooms
Breakfast & lunch included.
DAYS 4 - JULY 17th: LEZHA - KRUJA - TIRANA
After breakfast, we will start our journey back to
the capital, Tirana. En route, you will stop for lunch
in the City of Lezha, which sits on the backdrop
of a gorgeous lagoon. With several world famous
farm-to-table diing options here, you won’t be
disappointed. We’ll then hop back on the bus and
stop again in the town of Kruja. Here, we’ll pay visit
to a couple of its main attractions, including the
castle which offers breathtaking views over the
mountains. As the sun starts to set, we’ll take our final
leg to Tirana, where you’ll check in to your hotel.
Accommodation in twin-share rooms
Breakfast & lunch included.
DAY 5 - JULY 18th: DEPART
The final full day of your extended package is a day
to do as you please. There will be optional activities
advertised over breakfast, but essentially this is your
chance to independently explore this vibrant City.
The next day, after breakfast you will check
out of your hotel and transfer to the airport
for your departure back to the UK
Accommodation in twin-share rooms
Breakfast & lunch included.
