E-bike tour north and central Albania

Individual arrival in Tirana (no later than 4 pm), and we'll pick you up from the airport. We'll take care of
everything for you – from start to finish!
In the afternoon, a minibus transfer (1.5 hours) from Tirana to the northern region of Lezha, where we will visit one of the
most famous agritourism businesses in Albania (a member of the "Slow Food" association). A wonderful start to this journey awaits you for dinner and the first overnight stay

After a delicious breakfast featuring locally sourced products, we'll tour the facilities of "Mrizi Zanave": cheese production, fruit
processing, meat smoking, and even a wine cellar. Later that morning, we'll set off on our e-bikes, exploring rolling hills,
farmland, small villages, and sweeping vistas. As we venture deeper into the mountains, the valley narrows, and
imposing rock formations herald our arrival at Lake Koman. We'll spend the night near the lake's entrance, preparing
for tomorrow's impressive crossing. Overnight stay in a simple but clean hotel

Few experiences in Albania can compare to the several-hour ferry ride across Lake
Koman. This winding reservoir, framed by steep limestone cliffs, is reminiscent of a northern
fjord – wild, fairytale-like, unforgettable. In Fierze, we disembark and enjoy a short, relaxed
afternoon drive to Bajram Curri, the gateway to the Tropoja Highlands. Once there, we offer
an optional additional cycling tour into the Valbona Gorge (+30km) for those who wish. Overnight
stay in a comfortable mid-range hotel

Today we're following one of the most scenic roads in the north. Thanks to our e-bikes, we tackle
the climbs effortlessly and can fully enjoy the dramatic valleys and mountain ridges around us. The
secluded route takes us along the border with Kosovo, with occasional glimpses of the Fierze/
Kukes reservoir and past old mining areas. Today, most of these are abandoned – what
remains is nature and a touch of the Wild West.
Atmosphere (or rather, the Wild East, to be precise). Dinner and overnight stay in the small town "Krume" – authentic everyday life with its friendly people.

Passing the town of Kukes – a new settlement founded in the communist 1970s, with its old town built on the bottom of
a reservoir – we cycle towards Dibra. This very unspoiled region with its proud past reveals villages clinging to cliff faces,
shepherds with their flocks, old stone houses – rural Albania in its purest form. Fittingly, our accommodation for tonight
is rustic, cozy, and authentic. A large old stone house with a great view.

A day of breathtaking scenery: long valleys, winding climbs, wide horizons – Thanks to our e-bike support, everything was easily manageable. As we entered Dibër, Albania's highest mountain,
Korab, appeared in the distance. Our destination, Rabdisht, is a jewel of Albanian cultural heritage: perhaps the
most beautifully preserved stone village in the country, and our A magical home for the night. The inn where we'll be staying is one of the best in all of Albania: fantastic cuisine from our own garden & fields, genuine, warm hospitality – and a restful
sleep in fresh mountain air and complete peace and quiet.

The road descends to the "Black Drin," this still largely free-flowing river that originates from Lake Ohrid. After crossing
the river, a novelty appears, seemingly tailor-made for us: a brand-new asphalt road through the mountains, through
the border region between Dibër and Shebenik. The road is in perfect condition, but there are hardly any cars – these
millions...

Perhaps it was built just for us cyclists?

We certainly enjoy the scenery; the road winds through highland
landscapes with sweeping views (including as far as Macedonia). All we hear is the quiet hum of our engines... In
the evening, we stay in another simple guesthouse, where we are treated to a hearty, homemade meal.

Our last day of cycling takes us through a nature reserve in the eastern mountains ("Shebenik") and via a long, fantastic descent down to Librazhd. In the afternoon, A short minibus transfer (1.5 hours) will take us back to Tirana, where we'll celebrate our adventure together with
a farewell dinner at a delicious fish restaurant. A week full of lasting impressions – from this surprisingly positive Albania, with its virtually traffic-free roads,
beautiful nature, and friendly people. Overnight stay in a very good mid-range hotel in
Tirana.

We will take you to Tirana airport for your journey home – or perhaps you would like to extend your
Albanian holiday a little longer, for which we are happy to assist with ideas and organization.