Day 1 – Vlora ➡ Saranda (via Riviera Coast)

• Route: Vlora → Llogara Pass → Dhërmi → Himara → Saranda (~125 km / 4–5 hrs with stops)

• Highlights:

  • Ride the SH8 coastal road: jaw-dropping cliffs & Ionian Sea views.

  • Stop at Llogara Pass (1,027 m) — balcony over the Riviera.

  • Coffee in Himara; swim at Dhërmi or Borsh Beach.

  • Arrive Saranda in late afternoon.

• Overnight: Saranda (luxury hotel with sea view).

• Food tip: Dinner on the waterfront, try fresh mussels from Lake Butrint.

Day 2 – Saranda ➡ Gjirokastër ➡ Përmet

• Route: Saranda → Blue Eye Spring → Gjirokastër → Tepelenë → Përmet (~130 km / 4.5 hrs)

• Highlights:

  • Morning visit to Blue Eye Spring, a surreal turquoise pool.

  • Climb to Gjirokastër Castle, wander Ottoman bazaar streets.

  • Pass Tepelenë, see Ali Pasha’s fortress by the river.

  • Arrive Përmet, famous for thermal baths & wine.

• Overnight: Përmet (castell like hotel).

• Food tip: Try gliko (fruit preserve) and rakia.

✨ Why This Route Works

• Day 1: Pure Riviera bliss 🌊

• Day 2: Mix of coast + historic stone city 🏰 + hot springs 💧

• Day 3: Wild river valley + mountain forests 🌲

• Day 4: Lakeside ride + UNESCO town 🏘

• Day 5: Ancient ruins + wetlands before closing the loop 🌀

Day 3 – Përmet ➡ Korçë

• Route: Përmet → Leskovik → Germenj National Park → Korçë (~150 km / 5 hrs)

• Highlights:

  • Scenic mountain road along the Vjosa River, Europe’s last wild river.

  • Ride through Germenj pine forests, picnic stop in nature.

  • Arrive in Korçë, the “City of Serenades” and cultural capital.

• Overnight: Korçë (chic hotel near the old bazaar).

• Food tip: Taste Korça beer and lakror (layered pie).

Day 4 – Korçë ➡ Berat

• Route: Korçë → Pogradec (Lake Ohrid) → Elbasan → Berat (~165 km / 5 hrs)

• Highlights:

  • Morning ride by Lake Ohrid, coffee in Pogradec.

  • Scenic stretch via Elbasan.

  • Arrive Berat, “City of a Thousand Windows” (UNESCO).

  • Wander Berat Castle, admire Ottoman houses along the river.

• Overnight: Berat.

• Food tip: Dinner with Berat wine & slow-cooked lamb.

Day 5 – Berat ➡ Vlora

• Route: Berat → Apollonia → Vlora (~120 km / 4 hrs)

• Highlights:

  • Visit Apollonia Archaeological Park (ancient Greek & Roman ruins).

  • Stop at Narta Lagoon for flamingo spotting.

  • Optional: detour to Zvernec Monastery on a wooden bridge in the lagoon.

  • Return to Vlora, loop complete.

• Overnight: Vlora (or departure).

• Food tip: End with seafood pasta & wine overlooking Vlora Bay.

🗺️ Route Overview

• Start/End: Vlora

• Stops in order:

  1. Vlora (start)

  2. Saranda (Day 1)

  3. Përmet (Day 2)

  4. Korçë (Day 3)

  5. Berat (Day 4)

  6. Back to Vlora (Day 5)

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

🧳 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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