This 9-night bike tour in Albania showcases the country's mountains, valleys, and gorges, including three UNESCO sites. It offers a glimpse into a genuine, untouched subsistence culture and exceptionally friendly local people. Albania is described as a country shrouded in mystery, still undiscovered by mass tourism, offering a sense of discovering secret treasures. The tour highlights the Albanian Riviera, historic UNESCO towns of Gjirokastër & Korce, the ancient archaeological site of Butrinti, Lake Ohrid, the Grammoz Mountains, and the rivers Vjosa and Drinos. The tour includes a guided and self-guided option. The guided tour offers a professional, English-speaking cycling guide and a support vehicle. The self-guided option provides a navigational app and local phone support. Accommodations are a mix of guesthouses and 3- and 4-star hotels. Rental bikes include standard Giant Roam/Rove models and Giant Explore E electric bikes. The terrain is primarily on sealed roads with some quieter sections and occasional dirt/gravel roads. The tour involves considerable climbing, with an average grade of 4-5% and a maximum grade of 7-9%.
Arrival in Tirana
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Ohrid Lake – Pogradec
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Pogradec – Korçë
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Korçë – Sotire
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Sotire – Përmet
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Përmet – Gjorokastër
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Gjirokastër – Saranda or Sarandë
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Sarandë – Himarë
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Himarë – Vlorë
Depart Vlorë Transfer to Tirana Airport and departure
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