Past Trips
Northern Albania Uncovered: 7 Days in Shkodër and Beyond
For one week in July 2025, we based ourselves in the vibrant northern town of Shkodër — a cultural hub surrounded by mountains, rivers, and rugged beauty. From this home base, our crew explored a different corner of northern Albania each day.
We hiked through the Albanian Alps and swam in the electric-blue waters of the famous Blue Eye. We spent a full day unwinding at the beach, another cruising along the stunning Shala River — often called Albania’s answer to Thailand — and hiked remote trails along the Montenegro border to reach waterfalls and sweeping panoramic views.
Closer to home, we wandered Rozafa Castle at golden hour, learned about Shkodër’s layered history on a city tour, and soaked up café culture with cold beers and fresh byrek. Each evening brought group dinners, sunset strolls, and plenty of laughs with a crew of curious, down-for-anything travelers.
This tour was all about adventure without the burnout: one base, six epic day trips, and a deep dive into one of Europe’s most underrated regions.
