The Best Historical Organized Tours in Albania

Guided Group Tours, Vacation Packages, or Planned Itineraries through destinations such as Tirana, Theth National Park, and Valbona Valley

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Are you ready to embark on a journey through time in Albania and uncover the captivating stories woven into the fabric of our world? All of these selected organized tours, holiday packages, and tour packages offer an immersive experience that will transport you to the heart of iconic destinations. In order to find the absolute best historical tours to Albania, we meticulously analyzed a wide range of tours, considering key factors such as guest ratings, price, comfort, service, and excursions. Whether you're seeking a relaxing holiday steeped in cultural heritage or an adventure that brings history to life, we're sure that one of these guided tours will offer the perfect combination. One of these amazing tours below is perfect for your next trip, so let's get started!


The Top 3 Tours:

  • 1 Days, $26.89

  • 3 Days, $526.10

  • 6 Days, $1192.50
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The Best Historical Tours through Albania

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Organized by Smart Tour Albania 1 Day Start/End in Tirana 2 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for historical tours in Albania.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 1 to 74
Maximum Group Size: 50
Price per Day: $27

This tour visits Tirana and Berat.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Smart Tour Albania



$27
on TourRadar

Organized by Visit Albania 3 Days Start/End in Tirana 6 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for historical tours in Albania.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 2 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 20
Price per Day: $175

This tour visits Tirana, Elbasan, Belsh, Berat, Durres, and Krujë.

  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Visit Albania
Visit Albania is a smaller international tour company with trips to 3 countries, including Albania, Macedonia, and Kosovo. Traveling with Visit Albania provides for a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 14 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.



$526
on TourRadar

Organized by Visit Albania 6 Days Start/End in Tirana 11 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 2 to 70
Maximum Group Size: 15
Price per Day: $199

This tour visits Tirana, Berat, Corovoda, Apollonia Archaeological Park, Gjirokastra, Saranda, Butrint National Park, Qeparo, Llogara National Park, Vlore, and Divjake.

  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Visit Albania
Visit Albania is a smaller international tour company with trips to 3 countries, including Albania, Macedonia, and Kosovo. Traveling with Visit Albania provides for a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 14 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.



$1,193
on TourRadar

Organized by Visit Albania 4 Days Start/End in Tirana 9 Destinations
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 2 to 70
Maximum Group Size: 20
Price per Day: $234

This tour visits Tirana, Berat, Fier, Gjirokastra, Saranda, Butrint National Park, Ksamil, Qeparo, and Vlore.

  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Visit Albania
Visit Albania is a smaller international tour company with trips to 3 countries, including Albania, Macedonia, and Kosovo. Traveling with Visit Albania provides for a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 14 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.



$934
on TourRadar

Organized by Good Albania 7 Days Start/End in Tirana 8 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Foodies

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 12 to 89
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $261

This tour visits Tirana, Krujë, Fishtë, Gjirokastra, Saranda, Butrint National Park, Palermo, and Berat.

  • Historical
  • Food & Culinary
  • Fully Guided

By Good Albania
Good Albania is a smaller international tour company with trips to 4 countries, including Albania, Montenegro, Kosovo, and Macedonia. Customers of Good Albania often have a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 9 people. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.



$1,830
on TourRadar

Organized by Good Albania 4 Days Start/End in Tirana 8 Destinations
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Foodies

starstarstarstarstar 4.6 rating

Age Range: 6 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 6
Price per Day: $341

This tour visits Tirana, Durres, Berat, Gjirokastra, Butrint National Park, Saranda, Himara, and Vlore.

  • Historical
  • Food & Culinary
  • Fully Guided

By Good Albania
Good Albania is a smaller international tour company with trips to 4 countries, including Albania, Montenegro, Kosovo, and Macedonia. Customers of Good Albania often have a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 9 people. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.



$1,362
on TourRadar

Organized by Go as Local 1 Day Start/End in Tirana 4 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for historical tours in Albania.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Culture Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 16 to 77
Maximum Group Size: 10
Price per Day: $117

This tour visits Tirana, Struga, Ohrid, and Saint Naum.

  • Sightseeing
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Historical
  • Museum
  • Shopping
  • Religious Sites
  • Fully Guided

By Go as Local
Go as Local is a smaller international tour company with trips to 4 countries, including Albania, Kosovo, Macedonia, and Montenegro. Traveling with Go as Local provides for a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 9 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.



$117
on TourRadar

Organized by Go as Local 1 Day Start/End in Tirana 2 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for historical tours in Albania.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Culture Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 16 to 77
Maximum Group Size: 10
Price per Day: $117

This tour visits Tirana and Prizren.

  • Sightseeing
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Historical
  • Religious Sites
  • Fully Guided

By Go as Local
Go as Local is a smaller international tour company with trips to 4 countries, including Albania, Kosovo, Macedonia, and Montenegro. Traveling with Go as Local provides for a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 9 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.



$117
on TourRadar

Organized by Go as Local 1 Day Start/End in Tirana 3 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for historical tours in Albania.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Culture Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 16 to 77
Maximum Group Size: 10
Price per Day: $164

This tour visits Tirana, Pristina, and Prizren.

  • Sightseeing
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Historical
  • Religious Sites
  • Fully Guided

By Go as Local
Go as Local is a smaller international tour company with trips to 4 countries, including Albania, Kosovo, Macedonia, and Montenegro. Traveling with Go as Local provides for a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 9 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.



$164
on TourRadar

Organized by Collette 13 Days Palermo to Rome 8 Destinations
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 4.6 rating

Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 44
Price per Day: $277

This tour visits Palermo, Agrigento, Piazza Armerina, Giardini Naxos, Matera, Sorrento, Pompeii, and Rome.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Collette
Collette is a long-established tour operator offering guided tours with a balance of structured sightseeing and free time. Their trips range from classic group tours to small-group explorations, faith-based travel, and luxury options. They emphasize comfort, cultural immersion, and local experiences, often including unique dining and hands-on activities.



$3,599
on TourRadar

Why does Albania appeal to history enthusiasts?

Albania captivates history enthusiasts with its wealth of historical sites, spanning from ancient times through more recent history. These regional destinations provide a perfect mix of history, culture, and adventure in an affordable package. Plus, the fun and easy itineraries make for a stress-free adventure while creating lasting memories.

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How much do historical tours in Albania cost?

The average daily price of Historical Tours in Albania is $204 per day. Prices can vary widely due to the included amenities, length of the trip, number of guests on the tour, and many other factors. If you want more information about prices, we have put together a complete analysis of the costs of Historical Tours in Albania here.


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$204
Average Price Per Day
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Tours Analyzed
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Average Rating
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Tour Companies
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Average Group Size

Which Tour Companies Offer Historical Tours?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer historical tours in Albania. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

Visit Albania

Visit Albania is a smaller international tour company with tours to 3 countries, including Albania, Macedonia, and Kosovo. Traveling with Visit Albania provides for a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 14 people. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.

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Go as Local

Go as Local is a smaller international tour company with tours to 4 countries, including Albania, Kosovo, Macedonia, and Montenegro. Traveling with Go as Local provides for a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 9 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.

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Good Albania

Good Albania is a smaller international tour company with tours to 4 countries, including Albania, Montenegro, Kosovo, and Macedonia. Customers of Good Albania often have a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 9 people. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.

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Explore!

Explore! Is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. A number of their tours visit destinations in Europe and Asia. Some of their most popular destinations include India, Italy, Vietnam, and Spain. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as island hopping, wine tasting, camping, whale watching, white water rafting, and bird watching.

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Historical Destinations in Albania

Wondering where historical tours visit in Albania? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

A few of the most popular places visited by tours in Albania include Tirana, Berat, Gjirokastra, Saranda, and Krujë.


Historical Tours vs. Independent Travel: Pros and Cons

Deciding between an organized tour and independent travel? Keep these important aspects of each option in mind.

Pros
  • Learn detailed stories and context from expert guides.
  • Visit significant landmarks efficiently.
  • Access exclusive areas not open to the public.
  • Guides bring history to life with engaging narratives.
  • Save time on researching destinations.
  • Enjoy a curated itinerary of top historical sites.
  • Guides answer questions for deeper understanding.
  • Group tours can provide a social learning experience.
  • Avoid logistical challenges like tickets or reservations.
  • Guides help connect the dots between events and eras.
Cons
  • Less flexibility in the itinerary.
  • Group size might impact the experience.


Pros
  • Full control over your itinerary and pace.
  • Focus on sites that interest you most.
  • Flexibility to spend more time at certain locations.
  • Explore at unconventional hours to avoid crowds.
  • Customize your trip around niche historical themes.
Cons
  • Requires time-consuming research to plan.
  • Risk of missing key details without a guide.
  • May overlook important or lesser-known sites.
  • Difficult to understand the full historical context.
  • Navigation and logistics can be more complex.
  • No expert to answer questions during your visit.
  • Potential for long waits without pre-booking tickets.
  • Self-guided tours may lack the interactive element.


Which is cheaper?

Is traveling independently less expensive than taking guided historical tours? The answer isn't straightforward. Guided tours often include services like hotels, transportation, meals, entry tickets, guides, and activities, all of which you would need to arrange and pay for individually if traveling on your own. To determine the cost difference, you'd need to compare the total cost of the tour package with the cost of booking everything separately. You may prefer a less expensive hotel or splurge on dining, so the cost of a tour could either save you money or cost you more. Be sure to review what's included in the tour package before making your comparison.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

More Tour Options

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Also, if you're departing from a specific destination, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Tirana, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Tirana, The Best 10-Day Tours from Tirana, or The Best 2-Week Tours from Tirana for more package tour options.

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