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Cycling Holidays in Albania
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Compare 5 cycling holidays in Albania. Prices from €990. Expert-reviewed retreats with real photos, itineraries and verified availability.
- 10-Day Albanian UNESCO Cycling Tour: Lake Ohrid, Gjirokastër, Butrint and the Riviera (Guided) — 10 days
- 10-Day Montenegro UNESCO Cycling Tour: Durmitor, Lovćen and the Bay of Kotor (Guided) — 10 days
- 10-Day North Macedonia and Kosovo Cycling Tour: The 5 Lakes Odyssey (Guided) — 10 days
- 9-Day Authentic Albania eBike Tour: Korçë, Përmet and Gjirokastër (Guided, Full Board) — 9 days
- 10-Day Self-Guided UNESCO Cycling Tour in Albania: Lake Ohrid to the Riviera — 10 days
Cycling holidays in Albania take you through the south of the country, past mountain villages, historic towns and down to the coast. You ride by day and arrive each evening at accommodation that has already been arranged for you. All three programmes on this page are run by Beyond Albania, and all of them begin in Tirana, so you can choose the trip that suits how you like to travel.
The two 10-day tours follow the same loop through southern Albania, from Lake Ohrid to the Riviera. The guided version is fully supported. Beyond Albania calls it its best seller, and it takes in two of the country's three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the hillside city of Gjirokastër and Butrint. The self-guided version follows the same route at your own pace. Your hotels are booked, your bags are moved each day and a route booklet travels in your pannier. If you want something more relaxed, the 9-day eBike tour runs through Korçë, Përmet and Gjirokastër in south-eastern Albania. It is guided and full board, with hand-picked accommodation and an easy pace that leaves time to enjoy the villages, the food and the history.
These trips suit independent riders who are happy to find their own way, cyclists who would rather have a guide and support, and anyone who wants electric assistance and an unhurried pace. Prices start from 990 EUR for the self-guided tour, 1390 EUR for the guided UNESCO tour and 1790 EUR for the full-board eBike tour.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cycling holiday in Albania cost?
Programmes on this page range from 990 EUR to 1790 EUR. The 10-day self-guided UNESCO tour starts from 990 EUR, the 10-day guided UNESCO tour from 1390 EUR, and the 9-day guided eBike tour from 1790 EUR.
How long are the cycling tours in Albania?
Most programmes on this page last 10 days, including both the guided and self-guided versions of the UNESCO tour. The eBike tour through Korçë, Përmet and Gjirokastër lasts 9 days.
Where in Albania do the cycling tours go?
All three tours ride through southern Albania. The UNESCO tours loop from Lake Ohrid to the Riviera, visiting Gjirokastër and Butrint along the way. The eBike tour focuses on south-eastern Albania, taking in Korçë, Përmet and Gjirokastër.
Where do the tours start?
All three tours begin in Tirana. On the guided eBike tour, you start with a briefing and dinner in Tirana before you set off.
Can I cycle Albania without a guide?
Yes. The 10-day self-guided UNESCO tour follows the same loop as the guided version, and you ride it at your own pace. Your hotels are booked, your bags are moved each day and you carry a route booklet in your pannier.
Are there easier options for less experienced cyclists?
The 9-day eBike tour is designed with an easy pace that leaves time for every stop, and the electric bike gives you assistance on the road. The self-guided tour also lets you ride at your own pace.
What is usually included?
This varies by programme. The self-guided tour includes booked hotels, daily luggage transfers and a route booklet. The guided UNESCO tour is fully supported. The eBike tour includes full board and hand-picked accommodation.
Which UNESCO sites can I see by bike in Albania?
The 10-day UNESCO tours, both guided and self-guided, visit two of Albania's three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the hillside city of Gjirokastër and Butrint. The eBike tour also includes Gjirokastër.