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Albania and Montenegro are a must-see!
Albania | Sep 6 - Sep 15, 2026

Nathan
Nathan S.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Sep 20, 2026

Overall, amazing trip. We truly enjoyed the whole time we were there with Kotor, the Shala River, Alpeta Winery, and the incredible views of Kruje really standing out. All of our guides were incredible with Natasa in Kotor and the hosts at Alpeta Winery really leaving an impression on us with their knowledge and hospitality. All of the hotels were truly impressive with amazing views and all of the staff were very helpful, especially the hotel staff at Hotel Leon Coronato and Milo at Lake Valley. Looking back on the trip, there isn't a single thing that we would change, as the trip was truly top-notch.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Rogner
Tirana
Authenticity & Character
Location
Easy Walking
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Portik
Berat

Great Location for seeing the city and castle

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Colosseo

Beautiful but parking is confusing

Authenticity & Character
Location
Walking street is right out the front door for shopping and local food
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lake Valley

Amazing location. Wish we stayed here more than one night.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Off the beaten path and quiet.
Staff
Milo was a great guy and communicated very well with us.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Leon Coronato

Rich history and amazing location

Authenticity & Character
Location
great views of the water and right in the center of Perast
Staff
Staff were very helpful and some of the best we experienced on the trip
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Panorama Kruje
Krujë

Views are magnificient

Authenticity & Character
Location
Views overlooking the Castle and basically all of Albania to the Adriatic Coast were jaw dropping
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
River Hiking in Osum Canyon
River Hiking in Osum Canyon
Berat

Beautiful to see and experience but the driver was like a race car driver.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
driver was crazy. Guides lacked knowledge about the area. Very confusing when we first arrived.
Transport
Boat trip to Koman and Shala river
Boat trip to Koman and Shala river
Shkoder

highly recommend this adventure. The entire area is breathtaking and the boat ride gives you a totally different perspective. Shala River was impressive and the water so clear.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Boat trip in Kotor's Bay
Boat trip in Kotor's Bay
Albania

Absolutely stunning and we got to see not only Kotor Bay including Perast and 'Our lady of the Rocks', but also a submarine bunker, and swam in a coastal cave.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Boat driver, Eddie, was very cool and great.
Transport
Welcome in Tirana
Welcome in Tirana
Tirana
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Wine tasting in Alpeta Winery
Wine tasting in Alpeta Winery
Berat

Amazing wine and staff were amazing and funny.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Boat trip on Skadar Lake - Virpazar
Boat trip on Skadar Lake - Virpazar
Albania

Amazingly beautiful and very relaxing.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sightseeing tour of Kotor
Sightseeing tour of Kotor
Albania

Incredible city. Natasa was very knowledgeable and such a nice person.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Violaine Fejoz
Violaine
Violaine Fejoz
Local specialist in Tirana | Replied on Sep 21, 2026
Thank you so much, Nathan, for taking the time to share such a wonderful review! I’m really happy to hear that you had such a memorable experience discovering Albania and Montenegro and that the itinerary, accommodations, and activities all came together so well. It’s especially nice to hear that places like Kotor, the Shala River, Alpeta Winery, and Krujë were highlights of your journey, and that you had such positive experiences with our local guides and partners along the way. It was a... Read more

Thank you so much, Nathan, for taking the time to share such a wonderful review! I’m really happy to hear that you had such a memorable experience discovering Albania and Montenegro and that the itinerary, accommodations, and activities all came together so well.

It’s especially nice to hear that places like Kotor, the Shala River, Alpeta Winery, and Krujë were highlights of your journey, and that you had such positive experiences with our local guides and partners along the way.

It was a real pleasure helping you plan this adventure and accompanying you throughout the process. Thank you again for your trust and your kind words, they mean a lot to us and to our local partners.

I hope you returned home with plenty of great memories, and perhaps we’ll have the opportunity to welcome you back to the Balkans for another adventure in the future! 😊

Violaine

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