Albania · CYCLING TOURS
Good cycling tours fill up weeks ahead, and in August the great ones go first. Below: the 8 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Explore Tirana by bike or e-bike, from Skanderbeg Square and communist landmarks to Grand Park, with an English-speaking local guide.
“Denis was a fantastic guide who is genuinely passionate about showcasing Albania to foreigners. The tour is mostly on bike lanes so there isn't much need to brave the Tirana traffic. Highly recommend.”
Explore Tirana by bike, from Skanderbeg Square and communist landmarks to Grand Park, with an English-speaking guide.
“We went with our guide Arid for the tour. This is a nice tour and Arid speaks englisch very well. The bikes are good quality. We say the moost important site off the city and went around the lake and through the city park. We really recommend this organisation.”
Review of Tirana’s bike tour covering Skanderbeg Square, the Pyramid, Grand Park, the artificial lake, and key historic sites.
“We started the trip at bike point ,, staf very friendly and experienced ,, bikes were so comfortable and tour was a nice one ,,”
Ride a quad through Petrela’s hills, soar on a zipline, and visit a historic castle on this private Tirana adventure.
“It was so great and we had a lot of fun!! It was full of adrenaline and the guide, Xhulio was very nice and helpful! Such a landscape of Petrela Castle! Would 100% reccomend.”
Rent a city or mountain bike in Berat and ride at your own pace, from old streets to Bogove waterfall, olive groves, and mountain roads.
“We had the pleasure to rent really good bikes from 1001 Adventures.”
Review of Tirana’s 3-hour electric-bike tour, with practical details on price, route, group size, fitness, weather, and value.
“Muy buena opcion para conocer sitios menos turisticos de Tirana. Muy buen servicio por parte de la empresa.”
Explore Berat’s villages, Gorica Castle ruins, and Tomori views by e-bike, with local guides, snacks, and a traditional lunch.
“We had a awesome day with Bledi! Great views, great food. Don't underestimate climbing up mount Tomorr, but the new e-bikes will help you get there. Too bad we didn't have time for the rafting or any of the other activities. But if we ever return to Albania we will surely come back to ARG. Thanks! P. S. Don't forget to use sunscreen while biking. In case you do, Aftersun is available at the pharmacy for 1450 lek.”
Ride from Dajti Mountain into Tirana with a guide, bike, helmet, cable car or vehicle transfer, sandwich, and city views.
“Recently, the operator of the Mt. Dajti cable car system changed their bicycle policy, prohibiting transport of bicycles up the mountain. The ride organizer reached out to me asking if I'd like to cancel, or potentially take a bus up instead. Taking Read more”
Water, mountains, stone towns, and the table at the end of the day.
