What is the fastest way of reaching Albanian tourist attractions?

What is the fastest way of reaching Albanian tourist attractions? - Anonymous people walking on bridge over river in ancient town at sundown

When I went to Albania on a day trip, I was told that it was the tourist destination of the future (but there again they would say that)

It's certainly developing fast, and would attract tourists with it's scorching hot temperatures, it's beaches to lay on and Burtrint National Park to feast your eyes upon.

Burtrint National Park - Albania The problem is, the only airport is nowhere near the tourist destinations (5 hours I believe)

My question is - What is the quickest way to get to Albania from the UK, are flights (or whatever form of travel) frequent, and is there progress on building a new airport near tourist destinations such as Saranda?

When I went for a day trip, I went from Corfu by boat on an organised tour. Corfu is only about 7 miles from Albania at the nearest points. But going from port to port, you're looking at around 1 and a half hours.



Best Answer

The answer depends on where exactly you want to go. If you're going for Shkodra, the fastest route would be to fly to Montenegro and take a cab:

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If you want to go to Vlore, where some of the best beaches are, you could instead fly to Tirana and take a bus:

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Considering how fast things tend to get built in Southern Europe, I wouldn't hope to fly into a new airport any time soon. Use Rome2Rio to optimize your route between flying into Montenegro, Albania or Greece.




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How do you travel around Albania?

To drive in Albania, you will need an international driver's permit and a valid license. Roads in remote regions of Albania can change from sealed to gravel, so a 4WD vehicle is the best way to go. Check with locals or your accommodation to find out which is the best route if you've hired a 2WD.

How do I get to the Albanian Riviera?

The easiest way to get to the Albanian Riviera is to fly into the Greek island of Corfu and take the ferry over to Sarande/Saranda, Albania. During peak season there are normally over 10 boats a day running to Sarande, so you don't have to stay overnight on Corfu itself if you don't want to.

Is it easy to travel in Albania?

Albania is one of the friendliest countries you'll ever visit. So don't be afraid to ask for directions or other information \u2013 there will always be someone who will help you find what you're looking for, be it accommodation, a place to eat or transport advice.

What is the most visited place in Albania?

Top 8 Places to visit in Albania
  • Top 1: Berat. The city of Berat is located at the river Osum in the middle of the country. ...
  • Top 2: Albanian Riviera. ...
  • Top 3: Apollonia. ...
  • Top 4: Durres. ...
  • Top 5: Gjirokastra. ...
  • Top 6: Kruja. ...
  • Top 7: Tirana. ...
  • Top 8: Shkodra.




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