Albania · LUNCH EXPERIENCES
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 lunch experiences that earn their place in a short trip, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Kruja Castle and Old Bazaar from Durrës with an English guide, castle ticket, and time for lunch and shopping.
“The tour was great! The views were amazing, and the guide explained everything clearly and made the trip fun. He spoke very good English too. The car was clean and comfortable, which made the ride even better. Highly recommended for first time visitors!”
Canyon exploring in Albania’s Osum with neoprene gear, lunch, and hotel transfers from Berat. Swim, jump, and learn legends.
“Meer dan de helft van de activiteit is reistijd, om half 9 verzamelen uiteindelijk pas om tien voor 12 gaan canyoningen om vervolgens om 2 uur alweer klaar te zijn en pas weer rond half 6 terug in Berat te zijn. Activiteit zelf is echt mega leuk maar niet de moeite waard met al het reizen erbij. Mensen zijn wel aardig en de lunch was ruim voldoende. Was ook een beetje aan de dure kant vind ik voor wat je er uiteindelijk voor krijgt”
Sarandë off-road 4x4 safari with Blue Eye, Borsh Beach lunch, and Lekuresi Castle sunset views. English guide, entrances included.
“What a great experience with 4x4 Safari Saranda! Our driver, Xhulio, was excellent – professional and really made the day enjoyable. The jeep ride took us through beautiful mountain landscapes, with stops at Lekursi Castle, the Blue Eye, and some peaceful beaches. If you're looking to see Saranda from a different angle, this tour is definitely worth it! Highly recommend it!”
Saranda Star VIP catamaran from Saranda to Krorëza, Kakome, Soldier's Beach, and Qefal, with lunch and big swim time.
“Booking this tour was initially a bit disorganized. After reserving our original date, the company contacted us to reschedule, even though the original date was still listed as available on Viator and their website. We rebooked as instructed. On the day of the tour, we were told to wait at the meeting point, but no one showed up. We ended up following a group of people heading to the port, which turned out to be the right choice since we never received a callback. Thankfully, we managed to get a decent seat on the boat. The lunch was delicious, featuring seafood pasta with options of wine, soda, or water. The…”
Full-day hike from Shkodër to Theth for Qafa e Thores views, waterfalls, Blue-Eye swims, and northern Albanian lunch.
“We had THE BEST day! We would highly recommend doing this tour. It honestly made us fall even more in love with Albania. We enjoyed the most wonderful hike, surrounded by the most beautiful scenery. Stopped for coffee and lunch at some really lovely places and enjoyed some delicious food. We went swimming in some beautiful blue lagoons and stopped off at a waterfall. We even got to go zip lining! Theth is stunning and it’s so worth a visit up to the mountains. We met some wonderful people and learned so much about the Albanian way of life. It was truly a magical day from start to finish! We’d…”
Off-road 4x4 to Qafe Dardhe for a mule ride, short hike to Tomor ruins, and a local picnic lunch, with hotel pickup.
“The trip with the mules was beautiful, beautiful nature. And he was dedicated to us as a guide the whole way. It was an amazing experience. I recommend it for both children and adults.”
Cable car views over Tirana and the Adriatic, an easy Shëngjergj waterfall hike, and a hearty traditional lunch in the mountains.
“We had an amazing time! I would highly recommend this day trip, there was a lot to see and the traditional food was delicious. I am a vegetarian and there was plenty for me to eat. Our guide, Skerdi, was lovely and answered any questions that we had. Overall a very enjoyable day trip :)”
Dajti Ekspres cable car, Shengjergj waterfall hike, Shkalla Lake views, and traditional lunch with pickup in Tirana.
“Lovely experience! One of a kind! It was amazing and fun! Even it was heavily raining but still we enjoyed it! Both cable car and the hike to waterfalls! The food for lunch is so tasty too! Our tour guide and driver Skerdi is so patient and he drove through that mountain so smoothly and safely!”
Small-group hike near Tirana to Pellumbas caves, Erzen canyon scenery, and Petrela Castle, with included lunch and headlamps.
“Good experience, fantastic driver. Despite not knowing English he would go and pick some grapes and red berries for us to eat. The hike can be difficult at times but was very fun. I would advise the other travelers to take a lamp and a helmet for themselves when going into the cave as it is tricky otherwise (you can grab it from the restaurant where you will have lunch). The cave also can be slippery. My guide was fun to walk with, I would not mind him being more knowledgeable about the tour though. I would love to know some history behind the caves and the track. Even a…”
Day trip from Tirana to Krujë and Sari Salltik with Skanderbeg museum, old bazaar shopping, and traditional Albanian lunch.
“Kruje is unique since it is the birthplace of Skanderberg and it is the place where he stayed while fighting with the Ottomans. Overlooking views from the castle and Mount Sarisalltik were fantastic. Visiting the Skanderberg Museum and the national ethnographic museum was informative and educational. Arlind is a cool and friendly tour guide.”
A smooth Riviera day trip from Tirana to Vlorë and Himarë, with lunch and beach time at Vajana and Gjipe, plus big-pass views.
“A once-in-a-lifetime tour - guided by a local who shares much about the country's history and culture. The beaches were beautiful, and the seafood lunch outstanding. Make sure to wear tennis shoes for the mid-afternoon beach visit - the hike will be worth it.”
7 hours on a Saranda boat with lunch on board, unlimited drinks, and seaside stops ending at Krorez Beach for swimming.
“Moyen. Arrêts sympas, repas bon. Mais musique hurlante il n’y a pas d’autre mot. De la musique oui mais pourquoi la faire hurler au point de ne plus pouvoir se parler ou entendre quoi que ce soit? Pas de chips ou autres à l’achat. On mange un peu tard ( pas avant 14h/14h30). Bière de piètre qualité. Pas bcp de choix de softs. J’ai déjà fait mieux !”
Private mandarin picking near Butrint with farmer-style lunch, snacks, gloves, and transport. A calm, hands-on family food experience.
“Mandarina tour was absolutely great! Our guide was very knowledgeable and drove us around Ksamil area and taljed about local life, culture and sights. It was fun to pick tangerines and oranges and make juice out of them. Lunch was also very good! Definitely recommend!”
Small-group Tirana tour with Bunk’Art 1, a cable car ride to Mount Dajti, and free time for optional adventure activities plus lunch.
“Very good tour. Appreciated the first hand accounts. The cable car was really cool and provided beautiful views.”
A 6-hour farm lunch in Finiq with an Albanian cooking class, animal time, and a refreshing natural pool, with pickup from Sarandë.
“Terrible experience, everythink feel fake, they teach you recepies that actually dont exist in albania, and the food from the lunch "farm to table" its buyed on the store. Everythink is fried, and of course they are american buisness man. Not albanian at all. The staff is treated poorly. Don t go there!”
