Day 1 – Vlora ➡ Ioannina (via Gjirokastër & Vikos Gorge)

• Route: Vlora → Tepelenë → Gjirokastër → Kakavia border → Ioannina → Vikos Gorge

• Distance: ~230 km / 5 hrs

• Highlights:

  • Ride south through the Vjosa valley and the old Ottoman bridges.

  • Explore Gjirokastër, the “Stone City.”

  • Cross into Greece at Kakavia border post.

  • Detour to Vikos Gorge — one of the deepest in the world, a breathtaking viewpoint at Beloi or Oxya.

  • Arrive Ioannina, lakeside city under the Pindus mountains.

• Overnight: Ioannina (lakeside boutique hotel).

• Food tip: Local trout, or kontosouvli (spit-roasted pork) by the lake.

Day 2 – Ioannina ➡ Tsoumerka Villages ➡ Metsovo (via Baros Pass)

• Route: Ioannina → Pramanta → Syrrako → Kalarites → Baros Pass → Metsovo

• Distance: ~150 km / 5 hrs

• Highlights:

  • Ride deep into Tzoumerka National Park, with dramatic peaks and stone villages.

  • Stop in Syrrako & Kalarites, perched like eagles’ nests above gorges.

  • Cross the Baros Pass (1,905 m) — the highest paved pass in Greece 🏔️.

  • Descend into Metsovo, a charming Vlach mountain town.

• Overnight: Metsovo (traditional wood lodge or spa hotel).

• Food tip: Smoked cheese (metsovone) and mountain lamb.

Day 3 – Metsovo ➡ Valia Kalda ➡ Kastoria

• Route: Metsovo → Milia → Valia Kalda National Park → Nymfaio → Kastoria

• Distance: ~160 km / 4.5 hrs

• Highlights:

  • Ride through Valia Kalda Forest, a pristine wilderness of bears, pines, and alpine lakes.

  • Stop at Milia or Perivoli — tiny mountain hamlets.

  • Visit Nymfaio, one of Greece’s prettiest stone villages.

  • Arrive at Kastoria, set on a shimmering lake with a Byzantine charm.

• Overnight: Kastoria (lakeside heritage hotel).

• Food tip: Freshwater fish & local white wines.

Day 4 – Kastoria ➡ Konitsa (via Kotyli Pass)

• Route: Kastoria → Eptachori → Kotyli Pass → Pyrsogianni → Konitsa

• Distance: ~130 km / 4 hrs

• Highlights:

  • Climb over Kotyli Pass, stunning alpine switchbacks with views of Grammos mountains.

  • Pass through Eptachori and Pyrsogianni, authentic Pindus villages.

  • Arrive Konitsa, gateway to the Aoos Gorge and Vikos–Aoos National Park.

• Overnight: Konitsa (mountain inn or riverside lodge).

• Food tip: Grilled meats and pies at the stone bridge tavern by the Aoos River.

Day 5 – Konitsa ➡ Vlora (via Leskovik, Përmet, Tepelenë, Lumi i Vlorës)

• Route: Konitsa → Leskovik → Përmet → Tepelenë → Vlora

• Distance: ~230 km / 5 hrs

• Highlights:

  • Cross back into Albania via Leskovik border.

  • Soak in the Benja thermal baths near Përmet.

  • Ride the wild Lumi i Vlorës valley — one of Albania’s most beautiful hidden routes.

  • End in Vlora, where sea meets mountain — journey complete! 🌅

• Overnight: Vlora (optional last-night seaside rest).

• Food tip: Celebrate with seafood & Albanian white wine by the bay.

1. The planning and the organization of the trip.

2. 5 nights accommodation (shared)

3. 5 breakfasts

4. Max 8 riders in group

5. GPX files & route briefings

6. Technical support

Whats Included

Whats not included

1. Personal expenses, such as meals, drinks, coffees

2. Use of mini-bars in hotels

3. Fuel

4. Tolls

5. Parking fees at attractions, etc.

6. Anything not mentioned in the "Included" column

7. Personal travel insurance

8. Any expenses that will arise in case of hospitalization

Epic Alpine & Gorge Motorcycle Tour

🇦🇱 Vlora → 🇬🇷 Ioannina → Metsovo → Kastoria → Konitsa → 🇦🇱 Vlora

Duration: 5 days
Distance: ~850 km
Ride time: 4–5 hrs/day
Season: March – December

🌄 Quick Overview

This adventure connects Albania’s coastal beauty with Greece’s alpine wilderness, forming a perfect blend of sea, mountain, and history.
You’ll begin by the Ionian coast in Vlora, climb through Ottoman towns and alpine passes, carve your way along rivers and through gorges, and return to the sea after exploring two countries, six national parks, and countless breathtaking roads.

Each day brings new scenery:

• Day 1: Coastal Albania → the UNESCO city of Gjirokastër → wild Vikos Gorge → lakeside Ioannina

• Day 2: Zig-zag through Tsoumerka’s stone villages, conquer the legendary Baros Pass

• Day 3: Ride the forested wilderness of Valia Kalda, end in Kastoria’s serene lakeside

• Day 4: Climb over Kotyli Pass with Grammos views → descend into Konitsa, land of bridges and rivers

• Day 5: Cross back to Albania via Leskovik and Përmet, soak in Benja’s thermal baths, then cruise through Lumi i Vlorës Valley back to the sea 🌊

💫 Why You Should Do This Tour

• 🏔 Europe’s last wild mountain range: Ride the remote Pindus and Grammos ranges — untouched, empty, and majestic.

• 🌊 Sea to summit: Start at the Albanian Riviera, climb above 2,000 m, and descend back to the coast in just five days.

• 🏰 History everywhere: Ottoman castles, Byzantine monasteries, and stone villages frozen in time.

• 🧭 Endless curves: Every road is a rider’s dream — twisty, scenic, and light on traffic.

• 💧 Nature’s treasures: Vikos Gorge (the world’s deepest), Valia Kalda forest, thermal springs, alpine lakes, and the roaring Vjosa River.

• 🍷 Local flavor: Mountain cheeses, homemade wine, grilled trout, and warm Balkan hospitality.

• 🏞 Pure freedom: You’ll cross borders, time zones, and landscapes — a true old-school adventure on two wheels.

This tour is for riders who want soulful scenery, solitude, and pure discovery — not just kilometers.
By the time you roll back into Vlora, you’ll have crossed a world of mountain passes, ancient roads, and endless horizons. 🌅

🧳 Packing Checklist – Albania Motorcycle Tour

📂 Travel Essentials

• Passport (valid + copies)

• Motorcycle license

• Bike documents (registration + insurance/green card)

• Travel insurance (covering motorcycle riding)

• Cash in euros/lek (many small places don’t take cards)

• Credit/debit card (for hotels, fuel in larger towns)

🏍 Riding Gear.

• Helmet (DOT/ECE certified, visor or goggles for dust)

• Riding jacket (mesh or ventilated for summer, with armor)

• Riding pants (lightweight, armored or Kevlar jeans)

• Gloves (waterproof pair +optional summer pair)

• Boots (sturdy, ankle-protecting, walkable)

• Rain gear (compact, packable jacket & pants)

• Neck buff / balaclava (good for wind & sun)

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