Albania is perhaps the least explored country in Southeast Europe, but it definitely deserves your attention. The northern part of the country is washed by the Adriatic Sea, with deep blue waters, while the southern part is bathed by the Ionian Sea, with turquoise waters. Albania offers tourists 300 sunny days a year and water temperatures of +22°C in June, and +24–25°C during the other summer months and September.

Despite its small size, Albania offers numerous historical and natural attractions. The country is famous for its lakes and rare wildlife, including birds living near them. Highlights include Lake Ohrid, Lake Skadar, and Lake Koman, which is often compared to northern fjords. Hiking enthusiasts will enjoy an excursion to the national park on the slopes of Mount Dajti, and the ancient beech forests near the Gashi River are breathtaking. In the Karaburun-Sazan Marine National Park, you can see turtles, dolphins, and sharks, as well as explore the remains of sunken Greek and Roman ships.

Another special feature of Albania is its ancient cities, where fascinating historical monuments have been preserved. The oldest city is Apollonia, founded in the 6th century BC, now home to the largest archaeological park. Berat is famous for its historic white houses with staggered upper floors, as well as the Lead Mosque and Royal Mosque. Shkodër (or Shkodra) is one of the most picturesque cities in the country. Here you can admire the "wavy" Mesi Bridge, Rozafa Fortress, Abu Bakr Mosque, and a factory producing masks for the Venetian and Brazilian carnivals.

Durrës, the second-largest city in the country after the capital, Tirana, is one of the most popular resorts. The beaches in Durrës feature either fine white sand or denser dark sand. In Durrës, be sure to visit the old town, the Venetian Tower, the largest ancient amphitheater in the Balkans, the Fatih Mosque, and the archaeological museum. From Durrës, you can take excursions to the historic city of Krujë, with its artisan bazaar, or to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Gjirokastër, stopping by the "Blue Eye" spring lake along the way.