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Albania
ألبانيا · Europe
A hidden European gem on the Adriatic. Beaches rivaling Greece at a tenth of the cost, historical cities, and stunning mountain nature.
👥 Visitor Impressions — People & Safety
Albanians are a friendly and welcoming people. Albania is safe for tourists with notable tourism development. The environment is comfortable and people are peaceful.
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Weather & Prices by MonthTap any month for detailsJanuary
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5°/12°
Rainy and moderate winter
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February
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6°/13°
Rainy winter beginning to improve
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March
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8°/16°
Cold spring with gradual improvement
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April
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12°/20°
Moderate and beautiful spring
Moderate
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May
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16°/24°
Warm sunny spring
Moderate
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June
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20°/29°
Hot and sunny summer
High
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July
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23°/32°
Peak hot summer
Very Expensive
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August
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23°/31°
Hot and wonderful summer
Very Expensive
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September
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19°/27°
Excellent warm autumn
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October
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14°/22°
Pleasant autumn
Moderate
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November
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9°/16°
Rainy autumn
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December
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6°/12°
Rainy winter
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Budget
Moderate
High
Very Expensive
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Entry & Visa Requirements (Saudi Passport)Visa Type
Free Entry
Duration
90 days
Cost
Free
Processing Time
Instant upon arrival
📋 Requirements:
✓ Valid passport 6 months✓ Return ticket
⚠️ Saudi passport enters Albania without visa for 90 days
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Cost of a One-Week Trip (Per Person)🎒
Budget
$185 — $310
per week / per person
Hotel/night~$22
TypeHostel / budget apartment
Food/day~$13
TypePopular local restaurants
Transport/day~$4
💡 Albania is one of Europe's cheapest. Wonderful beaches at unbelievable prices.
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Mid-Range
$395 — $640
per week / per person
Hotel/night~$55
Type3-4 star hotel
Food/day~$25
TypeMid-range and tourist restaurants
Transport/day~$9
💡 Exceptional value — European experience at highly competitive prices.
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Luxury
$900 — $1485
per week / per person
Hotel/night~$115
TypeBoutique or 5-star hotel
Food/day~$50
TypeFine dining restaurants on the sea
Transport/day~$20
💡 Luxury Riviera resorts rival Greece at lower prices.
⚠️ Costs are estimates — may vary by season
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Muslim-Friendly Rating7.6
out of 10
Religion
Islam (57%)
Islam (57%)
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Safety
7.5/10
Generally safe country for tourists
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Muslim-Friendly
7/10
Muslim majority but tolerant, mosques available, halal in cities
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Food
7/10
Halal available in major cities, wonderful seafood
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Value for Money
9/10
One of Europe's cheapest destinations — incredible beaches at unbelievable prices
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Arab Hospitality
8/10
Friendly and welcoming people to tourists in general
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Ease of Navigation
7/10
Rental car necessary for exploring the Riviera
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Family-Friendly
7.5/10
Suitable for families especially in summer on beaches
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Tourist SIM Cards📱 Vodafone Albania
15 GB
€12 / SIM
Widest coverage in Albania
📱 One Albania
12 GB
€10 / SIM
Good coverage in cities and beaches
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Getting Around🚌
Intercity Buses (Furgon) ⭐
Wide network of minibuses between cities. Cheap but irregular.
Best for tourists
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Rental Car
Best for exploring the Riviera and mountain cities with full freedom.
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Taxi
Available in Tirana and major cities. Agree on price in advance.
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Coastal Ferry
Sea trips between coastal ports in summer. Wonderful experience.
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Best Areas to StayTap to open in Google Maps
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Top Attractions & Activities🏖️
Albanian Riviera
Magical turquoise beaches at far lower prices than neighboring Greece
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Berat Castle
UNESCO city of a thousand windows — unique Ottoman houses on a hilltop
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Blue Eye Spring
Natural spring with a magical blue color unparalleled in the world
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Historic Gjirokastra
UNESCO city with stone streets and a stunning Ottoman castle
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Dhërmi Beach
One of the most beautiful beaches on the Adriatic with transparent calm waters
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Modern Tirana
A vibrant and developing capital with art, restaurants and pulsating nightlife