Title: Visit Albanian Riviera: Best of Albanian Riviera Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca

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# Albanian Riviera

## Travel Guide

![Aerial view of Sarande in Albania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000654954/b1ff08c8-fdd6-4aff-bb95-80f99b7feb6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Aerial view of Sarande in Albania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000654954/b1ff08c8-fdd6-4aff-bb95-80f99b7feb6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Butrint, a Unesco World Heritage site.
Inhabited since prehistoric times, Butrint has been the site of a Greek colony (800 BC), a Roman city (44 BC) and a bishopric (5th centrury). Following a period of prosperity under Byzantine administration, then a brief occupation by the Venetians, the city was abandoned in the late Middle Ages after marshes formed in the area. The archaeological site is a repository of ruins representing each period in the city’s development and that entity is unique. Moreover the ruines are situated in a beautiful natural setting.
The photo shows the famous baptistery, a major ruin from the 6th century and an ancient Roman monument adapted to the cultural needs of Christianity. Its floor has a an exceptional and well-preserved mosaic pavement, but usually it’s covered with sand (for protection).  #Culture  #LocalSecrets  #History](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6345997/fc62a811-d1aa-42f2-983d-56169f6c8216.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Beach only reachable via a dirtroad..](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6193554/1875904c-1ee3-4d60-a96d-34817c370341.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Beach in Ksamil. Small town near Saranda, and very very close to Korfu. Right there i met a man from Kosovo, which has a wife from Kraków. Uncommonly you can talk with Kosovar in Polish :) ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6193554/581f2d11-7d7c-4bca-96d8-4bca94840138.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Albanian Riviera

Where to stay

Things to do

### Where to stay in Albanian Riviera

![A panorama aerial view across the pool fed by the Blue eye spring in Muzine, Albania in summertime](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976398006/d7c15234-ff17-4e9f-a10f-08038d14b518.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Kodrra

 When in Kodrra, you can plan a visit to Port of Sarandë and Sarande Ferry Terminal, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. 

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![Sunset Terrace Viewpoint Between Ksamil and Sarandë, Albanian Riviera](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976397204/783fa1e8-c0fd-45a7-80af-926544c42f0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Qender

 Qender might not have many top sights, but Sarande Ferry Terminal and Port of Sarandë are two attractions nearby that you can check out. 

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![Blue Eye spring and river in Albania, Saranda area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976397747/18b261e4-8ddb-47ce-b9f6-b0c4acffcf3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Qafë e Gjashtës

 While Qafë e Gjashtës isn't home to many top sights, Castle of Lëkurësit and Sarande Ferry Terminal are some notable places to visit nearby. 

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- Albanian Riviera Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Albanian Riviera

![San Angelo Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104680000/104670900/104670889/1d31aa6a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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San Angelo Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only

Rruga Mitat Hoxha Sarandë 

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Sarandë. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Port of Sarandë and Sarande Ferry Terminal ...

8/10 Very Good! (144 reviews)

Room was spotless, the staff were amazing. The breakfast was great and everything was really good

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

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Julia Hotel

Rruga Butrinti Sarandë Vlorë County

CA $62

CA $74 total

Jan 30 - Jan 31

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Sarandë. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Sarandë ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (117 reviews)

Albi was great he was there for breakfast everyday and if we needed something he got it done. Being here during off season was probably not the best as a lot of things were closed and this is the time they do maintenance and upgrades so our last breakfast was in a bit of a construction zone. Bed ...

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

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Hotel Luxury

Rruga Jul Cezari Ksamil 

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ksamil. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (115 reviews)

Great hotel and staff

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

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Apart-Hotel Lili2

Rruga Butrinti Sarandë Vlorë County

Stay at this aparthotel in Sarandë. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Castle of Lëkurësit and Mango Beach are located ...

9/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)

Amazing view, great hotel, in a great location. Definitely recommend this hotel. And so clean.

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

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Marku Apartments

Rruga baba Sherifi, Ksamil 9706, Albania Ksamil Vlorë

Book a stay at this beach apartment in Ksamil. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Ksamil Islands and Butrint National Archaeological ...

This apartment doesn’t exist is fake they took my money and they destroyed my vacation.terrible experience

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2023

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Green Garden Villa

Rruga Ali Pasha Ksamil Vlorë County

Stay at this aparthotel in Ksamil. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ksamil Islands and Ali Pasha Castle are located ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)

My only compliant was that there were ants entering the Apt in the kitchen area. The property is filled with plants and fruit trees etc, they may have been entering through a wall. Keep things clean and place food in the refrigerator or you will share your food with the ants. You also must drive ...

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2024

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### Popular places to visit

![Ksamil beaches. Four islands. The bay. The Tetran Archipelago. Ksamil. Albania. Drone shooting. Aerial photography](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975978071/d1c6d0b8-048b-4200-959c-dcf8891a8b85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Ksamil Islands

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ksamil Islands during your travels in Ksamil. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Ksamil-Islands-Ksamil.d553248635975978071.Vacation-Attraction)

![Ionian Sea, mirror beach Saranda, Albania, most beautifully beach, crystal clear sea](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975978070/5485e036-f819-4372-947d-1f7453b4c981.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Beach of Mirrors

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Beach of Mirrors during your trip to Ksamil? 

[](https://expedia.ca/Beach-Of-Mirrors-Sarande.d553248635975978070.Vacation-Attraction)

![Gjipe Beach, famous beach in Albania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635998039798/47f0640a-ba54-484a-9ec5-7c3b46a1fe16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Gjipe Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gjipe Beach during your trip to Himarë? Discover the area's countryside and temples. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Gjipe-Beach-Himare.d553248635998039798.Vacation-Attraction)

![umbrellas on Jale beach on albanian riviera, Albania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/822957804520927232/ea01cd94-f235-45fb-a777-350cc82d711c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Jale Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Jale Beach during your trip to Himarë? Discover the area's countryside and temples. 

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#### Sarande Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Sarandë with a trip to Sarande Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the sandy beaches. 

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#### Synagogue Complex

Synagogue Complex is just one of the places to see in Sarandë, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Synagogue-Of-Saranda-Qender.d553248621533097930.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Discover Albania’s Shala River: Boat Tour from Komani Dam](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47900078/395c0e8e-cf79-4601-ae8b-14edfbaed4b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### From Koman Dam: Shala River and Komani Lake Boat trip

CA $49

per adult

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![Koman lake and shala river](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50112371/fe8c506c-4d44-4b64-8f0d-10af19a2a2b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Day Trip to Komani Lake and Shala River from Tirana

CA $154

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-trip-to-komani-lake-and-shala-river-from-tirana.a50112371.activity-details)

![Theth and The Blue Eye Day Trip to Albania’s Hidden Paradise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50335327/f24333d2-ff02-48ac-9db1-d3c675037e13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Theth and The Blue Eye Day Trip to Albania’s Hidden Paradise

CA $267

per adult

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![Private Full Day Trip to Theth from Tirana & Durres with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48834208/b9da20b2-dc5c-4d8c-b7e2-bc9edde80e52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Private Full Day Trip to Theth from Tirana & Durres with Lunch

CA $160

per adult

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#### 2Day Theth Tour from Tirana

CA $210

per adult

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![Komani Lake View](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50316490/de3d147e-b1b3-42c6-8760-5c84861b42d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Heart of The Alps Shala River and Komani from Tirana

CA $267

per adult

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## Cities near Albanian Riviera

![A view towards the far side of the bay at Sarande in the morning in summertime](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052596/b153e90a-4400-4d51-9dc5-481290ee71ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Sarandë

![amazing blue bay in Himare in Albania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6147131/f0f6830b-f3ff-41fc-96da-179ee680f9e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Himarë

![Ksamil beach panorama, Albania.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6193554/396fd241-eb82-467b-94a9-f18daf7e0401.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Ksamil

![Drymades beach, Albania.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6344999/7c71cea5-7ba4-4f4e-b4f6-73da8b7d3ef8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Dhërmi

- Cities near Albanian Riviera
- Places of interest

[Sarandë](https://expedia.ca/Sarande.dx6052596)[Himarë](https://expedia.ca/Himare.dx6147131)[Ksamil](https://expedia.ca/Ksamil.dx6193554)[Dhërmi](https://expedia.ca/Dhermi.dx6344999)[Borsh](https://expedia.ca/Borsh.dx6352291)[Llogara National Park](https://expedia.ca/Llogara-National-Park.dx3000465926)[Lukovë](https://expedia.ca/Lukove.dx553248634774716182)[Orikum](https://expedia.ca/Orikum.dx553248635924570529)[Delvinë](https://expedia.ca/Delvine.dx553248635974804612)

- [Ksamil Islands ](https://expedia.ca/Ksamil-Islands-Ksamil.d553248635975978071.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Mango Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Mango-Beach-Albania.d553248635975883477.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ionian Sea ](https://expedia.ca/Ionian-Sea-Greek-Islands.d759329986282696704.Vacation-Attraction)

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