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Discovering Albania

Starting 1.790
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Single Room
250
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Fim
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Thursday08 Jun, 2023
Saturday17 Jun, 2023
1 vaga1.790,0
Monday07 Oct, 2024
Tuesday15 Oct, 2024
esgotada1.740,0
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Discovering Albania


Condições Gerais

The present program/online catalog is the informative document in which the current general conditions are included. They constitute, in the absence of a separate document, the travel contract.
 
The information is binding for the agency, except for some of the present conditions: 
  • If the changes in the following conditions have been clearly communicated in writing to the client before the conclusion of the contract and they are properly provided for in the program;

  • Any changes subsequent to the conclusion of the contract are subject to prior agreement of both the agency and the client, except as provided in the "impossibility of comply" clause.

These general conditions comply with the provisions of Decree-Law 61/2011 of May 6th, as amended by Decree-Law 199/2012 of August 24th.

The general conditions, which refer to an organized trip described in this program, along with the specific conditions provided to the client in the travel documentation at the time of booking, constitute the travel contract that binds the agency and the client.


1. ORGANIZATION

The technical organization and sale of the activities included on this website are the responsibility of Papa-Léguas, a travel and tourism agency, with home office at Rua Manuel Assunção Mestre, nº22,  7780-199 Castro Verde, registered in the Commercial Registry Office of Lisbon with Taxpayer Identification Number 504163590. It has a share capital of €99,759.60 (ninety-nine thousand, seven hundred and fifty-nine euros and sixty cents). Papa-Léguas is also registered with the National Registry of Travel Agents and Tourism Operators (RNAVT) nº2275 and the National Registry of Tourist Animation Agents (RNAT) nº67/2014.

2. REGISTRATIONS

At the time of registration the client must deposit 30% of the service price, paying the remaining 70% up to 21 days before the service begins. If the registration takes place 21 days or less before the service begins, the total price of the service must be paid at the time of registration. Papa-Léguas, Agência de Viagens e Turismo Lda. reserves the right to cancel any booking that has not been paid for under the conditions mentioned above. Reservations are subject to the obtaining of a confirmation from suppliers for all services.

The prices of tours are presented per person and based on the occupation in a room shared by two people. The organizing agency will group clients who sign up individually for the same tour in pairs, by gender, and in chronological order of registration. Clients who are singled out must pay the respective individual supplement, when required by the service provider.

INFORMATION UNDER LAW N.º 144/2015 OF SEPTEMBER 8:

According to Law No. 144/2015 of September 8th, we inform that the customer may resort to the following Alternative Consumer Dispute Resolution Entities:

           i) Customer Authority of Travel and Tourism Agencies at provedorapavt.com;

          ii) Arbitration Commission of Tourism in Portugal at turismodeportugal.pt;

         iii) Or any of the entities indicated in the list provided by the Directorate-General for Consumer Affairs at http://www.consumidor.pt, which we recommend consulting. 

3. COMPLAINTS

Complaints will only be considered if submitted in writing to the agency within a maximum period of 30 days after the completion of the services.

In the event of a complaint regarding non-compliance with contracted services, the customer may activate the Travel and Tourism Guarantee Fund provided for in DL 61/2011 of May 6, in its current wording, by submitting the respective complaint:

i) To the Customer Authority, as Papa-Léguas, Travel and Tourism Agency Ltd., is a member of the Customer Ombudsman for Travel and Tourism Agencies at www.provedorapavt.com. To benefit from this service, you must submit your written complaint within 20 business days after the end of the trip. Agencies are bound to comply promptly with any decisions issued by this entity.

ii) To Tourism of Portugal I.P. at www.turismodeportugal.pt within 30 days after: (i) the end of the trip; (ii) the cancellation of the trip attributable to the agency; (iii) the date of knowledge of the impossibility of its realization due to the agency; (iv) the closure of the establishment.

iii) To any of the entities listed on the website of the General Directorate for Consumer Affairs at http://www.consumidor.pt.

4. LUGGAGE

1) The agency is responsible for the luggage in the legal terms;

2) The Client has the obligation to complain to the service provider at the moment of subtraction, deterioration or destruction of luggage.

3) In international transport, if the luggage is damaged, the complaint must be made in writing to the carrier immediately after the damage is verified, and no later than 7 days after delivery. If the luggage is merely late in delivery, the claim must be made within 21 days from the date of delivery.

4) The presentation of such a claim will be an essential basis for Papa-Léguas, Agência de Viagens e Turismo Lda. to hold responsible the entity providing the service.

5. LIMITS

The responsibility of the agency will be limited to the maximum amount that can be demanded from the service providers, in accordance with the Montreal Convention of May 28, 1999, on International Air Transport, and the Bern Convention of 1961, on Rail Transport.

Regarding maritime transport, the liability of travel agencies, concerning their clients, for the provision of transport services or accommodation, when applicable, by maritime transport companies, in the event of damages resulting from their willful misconduct or negligence, will be limited to the following amounts:

a) € 441,436, in case of death or physical injury;

b) € 7,881, in case of total or partial loss of baggage or its damage;

c) € 31,424, in case of loss of a motor vehicle, including the baggage contained therein;

d) € 10,375, in case of loss of baggage, whether accompanied or not, contained in a motor vehicle;

e) € 1,097, for damages to baggage resulting from the damage to the motor vehicle.

Where applicable, the liability of travel agencies and tourism for the deterioration, destruction, and theft of baggage or other items in tourist accommodation establishments, while the client is staying there, is limited as follows:

a) € 1,397, in total;

b) € 449 per item;

c) The value declared by the client regarding the items deposited under the custody of the tourist accommodation establishment.

The agency's liability for non-bodily damages may be contractually limited to an amount corresponding to five times the price of the service sold.

6. RESERVATION EXPENSES

For each reservation the following will be charged:

Reservation Expenses:

  • Portugal: 15€ (fifteen euros);
  • Remaining Countries: 30€ (thirty euros).

Alteration Expenses:

For each alteration (names, dates, type of apartment or room, travel, etc) : 50€ (fifty euros). Please note that the acceptance of such changes depends on the acceptance by the respective suppliers.

7. DOCUMENTATION

The client must have their personal or family documentation in good order (identity card, military documentation, authorization for minors, visas, vaccination certificates, and any other documents that may be required). The agency disclaims any responsibility for visa refusal or the client's denial of entry into a foreign country. The client is solely responsible for any costs incurred as a result of such a situation.

Travel in European Union: 

  • Clients (regardless of age) traveling within the European Union must possess the respective civil identification document (passport; ID card, Citizen Card).
  • To receive medical assistance, they must carry the corresponding European Health Insurance Card.
  • Nationals of non-EU countries should consult specific information regarding the necessary documentation for travel with the embassies/consulates of their countries of origin.

Travel outside the European Union:

  • Clients (regardless of age) traveling within the European Union must possess the respective civil identification document (passport) as well as a visa, if necessary (get this information from the agency at the time of booking);
  • Nationals of non-EU countries should consult specific information regarding the necessary documentation for travel from the embassies/consulates of their countries of origin.
8. CHANGES

If the travel suppliers involved allow it, whenever a customer who is registered for a particular trip wishes to change their registration to another trip or the same trip with a different departure date, or any other changes, they must pay a fee as alteration expenses. However, if the change takes place 21 days or less before the departure date of the trip for which the customer is registered, or if the service providers do not accept the change, the customer will be subject to the expenses and charges specified under the “cancellation (termination)” section.

Once the trip has started, if a request is made to change the contracted services for reasons not related to the agency (e.g., extending the number of nights of stay, changing the flight), the prices of the touristic services may not correspond to those published on the website that prompted the contract.

9. ASSIGNMENT OF REGISTRATION (CONTRACT POSITION)

The customer may transfer their registration by being replaced by another person who meets all the required conditions for the trip, provided that they inform the selling agency at least seven days in advance and such transfer is possible under the applicable air transport regulations. In the case of cruises and air travel, the prescribed period will be fifteen days in advance.

The transfer of the registration makes both the transferor and the transferee jointly responsible for the payment of the trip price and any additional charges incurred.

 

10. ALTERATIONS

Whenever there are external reasons that justify it, the organizing agency may change the order of the itineraries, modify the departure times, or substitute any of the planned hotels with others of similar category and location. The agency must inform the client of such changes as soon as they become aware of them.

11. CANCELLATION OF THE PROGRAM BY THE AGENCY

When the tour is dependent on a minimum number of participants the Agency reserves the right to cancel the organized tour if the number of participants reached is less than the minimum. In such cases, the Client will be informed in writing of the cancellation within 15 (fifteen) days.

12. PRICE CHANGES

The prices in the program are based on the costs of services and exchange rates in effect on the date of printing of the program, and are therefore subject to change resulting from variations in the cost of transportation or fuel, duties, taxes, fees, and exchange rate fluctuations up to 20 days prior to the date of departure.

13. REFUNDS

Once the tour has begun, no refund is due for services not used by the client due to unforeseeable circumstances or for reasons attributable to the client, except for refunds by the respective suppliers. Failure to provide services foreseen in the travel program for reasons attributable to the organizing agency and if it is not possible to replace them with equivalent ones, entitles the client receive a refund for the price difference between the originally anticipated services and the services actually provided.

 

 

14. IMPOSSIBILITY OF COMPLIANCE

If, prior to the start of the journey and due to circumstances beyond the control of the organizing agency, it becomes unable to fulfill any essential service included in the travel program, the client has the right to cancel the trip and immediately receive a refund of all amounts paid, or alternatively, accept a modification and possible price variation.

If the aforementioned circumstances beyond the control of the organizing agency result in the cancellation of the trip, the client may choose to participate in another organized trip of equivalent price. If the proposed replacement organized trip is of a lower price, the client will be refunded the price difference accordingly.

15. WITHDRAWAL (TERMINATION)

The client or their companions are free to cancel the trip at any time.

i) Such cancellation implies that the client is responsible for the payment of all charges arising from the beginning of the fulfillment of the contract and their withdrawal, as well as a percentage that can go up to 15% of the price of the trip.

ii) If applicable, the client will be refunded the difference between the amount paid and the aforementioned amounts.

iii) The cancellation of travel services/organized trips whose reservation has been made using the voucher issued under Decree-Law No. 17/2020 of April 23rd is subject to a cancellation fee equal to the price of the service, in order to prevent simulated or fraudulent reservations made solely with the intention of anticipating the receipt of the voucher-entitled values.

16. CANCELLATION

If for reasons not attributable to the client, the agency has to cancel the organized tour before the departure date, the client can choose to:

i) Being immediately refunded all amounts paid;

ii) Optionally, choose to participate in another organized tour and be refunded for any difference in price.

17. RESPONSABILITY

The liability of the travel agency organizing the trips included in this program and arising from the assumed obligations is covered by a civil liability insurance policy with Fidelidade Insurance Company, under policy number 9257343, for an amount of 75,000€ (Seventy-five thousand euros), in accordance with the applicable legislation.

18. VAT

The prices mentioned in this program already include the Value Added Tax at the current rate of 23%

19. VALIDITY

This program is valid from 01/01/2022 to 12/31/2022

20. NOTES
  • The remaining special conditions will be included on the page of each destination and trip - in the particular conditions - and they are part of the travel contract.
  • These general conditions may be supplemented by any other specific conditions agreed upon by the agency and the client.
  • The program prices are based on the average exchange rate of the dollar, so any significant deviation from this currency may result in a revision of the travel prices, as stated in the "price alteration" clause.
  • Due to constant fluctuations in fuel prices, there may be changes to the fuel surcharge included in the price, as stated in the "price alteration" clause.
  • The hotel categories presented in this brochure comply with the quality standards of the host country. However, they may be replaced by similar ones if, due to reasons beyond the agency's control, it is not possible to maintain or confirm the existing reservation. The agency will promptly inform the client once they become aware of such situations.
21. GENERAL INFORMATION

Arrival or departure times:

Departure and arrival times are stated in the local time of the respective country of destination and according to respective airline schedules at the time of printing this program, and may therefore be subject to change.

Hotels / Apartments:

Apartments - In case the accommodation is contracted in apartments, the client is responsible for informing the number of people that will occupy the apartment. If there are more people than booked, the apartments may refuse admittance.

Hotels - The prices shown are per person and are based on double occupancy. Not all hotels have triple rooms and usually an extra bed is placed in the room, which may not be of equal quality. In rooms equipped with two beds or a double bed, the triple may consist only of those beds.

The list of hotels and apartments in the program is indicative, as is their category, which is based on local criteria and classifications that are sometimes different from those used in Portugal.

Meals:

Unless otherwise indicated, the prices shown for the Half Board and Full Board supplements do not include drinks.

On arrivals at the hotel after 7PM the first meal service will be breakfast the next day, on the last day and except for the possibility of late check-out, the last service of the hotel will be breakfast.

Check-in and check-out times:

The check-in and check-out times on the first and last day, will be defined according to the first and last service. As a rule, without binding character, the rooms can be used from 2PM on the day of arrival and should be left free by noon (12PM) on the day of departure.

In the apartments, the entry takes place generally at 5PM on the day of arrival and must be left free by 10AM on the day of departure.

Special conditions for children:

Given the conditions applied for children (destination and provider) it is recommended to always question the special conditions that may apply to the tour in question.

Insurande:

The agency offers the sale of insurance that can be purchased depending on the tour to guarantee assistance situations and cancellation expenses.

The maximum age limit, for the insurance, is 75 years-old.

22. DATA PROTECTION AND PRIVACY POLICY

See our full Data Protection and Privacy Policy here.

woman on a rock observing mountains surrounded by trees and clouds in albania

Discovering Albania


Condições Particulares

Transfers
Travelers who do not purchase flights from Papa-Léguas may not be assured of arrival and departure transfers if their flights are not exactly the same as the flights booked for the group.
If the traveller chooses to book the transfers Papa-Léguas for the flights they have bought on their own, there is an additional fee, which varies according to the destination country and the program.

Tour Leader
This is a trip of adventure and cultural discovery. The tour leader is a person with experience in the country to be visited, having a network of contacts and knowledge that facilitates interaction and a unique cultural experience. Their mission is to lead the group during the whole trip facilitating the interaction and integration of the group with the places to be visited.
The tour leader’s role should never be confused with that of a tour guide. No specific knowledge about monuments, museums, or other places of tourist interest is required of the tour leader.
If your trip includes places that, due to their historical, geological, biological or artistic complexity, need a guide, this will be hired in advance and there will be an explicit reference to his existence in the trip program.

Líder da viagem

Carla Henriques

Tour leader

Some people travel the world in a year, I decided to travel calmly. In each country I’ve visited I tried my best to absorb the culture, history, ways of life, taste the food and drinks, make friends and help whenever I could. And it’s exactly this that attracts me to traveling, leaving my comfort zone, the novelty, learning, freedom, landscapes, scents, people, and in the end the backpack’s weight is compensated by the lightness of the soul.

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Details of viagem
  • Conforto
  • Dificuldade
  • Duração 9 dias
  • Inscrições 5 - 12 people
  • Idade 16 - 75
  • Tipo de viagem Discovery, Tour leader
  • Destinos Albania
  • Alojamento Guesthouse, Hotel

Unveil the secrets of Albania, where hospitality is deeply rooted in tradition, and our eyes are greeted with a sea of colors unforgettable. Come and embark on a journey to discover Albania with tour leader Carla Henriques.

Albania lived in isolation for a large part of the 20th century, only opening its borders to tourism in the 1990s. Those who visit the country discover a raw diamond, a land of ancient traditions, with a vibrant capital and several Ottoman and Roman villages classified as UNESCO World Heritage sites, in addition to its unique natural beauty.

Idyllic beaches, breathtaking mountain scenery, rich history, hospitable people, and a Mediterranean climate – this Balkan country has everything one could desire in a travel destination, yet it remains one of Europe’s great mysteries. Join us on this itinerary through Albania.

Come and discover this unique European country full of curiosities. On this trip, we will explore Albania, from its northern mountains to the beaches of the Riviera in the south, visiting historical sites, tasting local cuisine, and getting to know the culture. This is a journey not to be missed.

Why this viagem is a must?
  • Explore the unique Balkan scenery in the Valbona Valley National Park
  • Swim at the paradisiacal beaches of the Albanian Riviera;
  • Visit the "Stone City" - Gjirokaster, also classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site;
  • Visit the charming village of Kruje and its 400-year-old bazaar;
  • Unique natural sites, such as the "Blue Eye" or a beach at the exit of a gorge;
  • The vibrant city of Tirana;
  • Unique Albanian history and culture.

Included

  • Accompaniment by a portuguese Papa-Léguas tour leader;
  • Transfers to and from the airport, in the country to be visited (see particular conditions);
  • Travel by private transport during the entire itinerary;
  • Ferry in Lake Koman;
  • Meals: 9 breakfasts;
  • 9 nights in hotel, double room;
  • Entrance into the monuments to be visited, according to the itinerary;
  • Travel insurance and aid.

Excluded

  • International flights;
  • Visa to enter the country (free for Portuguese citizens);
  • All personal extras (internet, laundry, etc.);
  • All optional visits and activities;
  • All personal expenses;
  • Any type of gratuity;
  • Any item not mentioned as included.
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Itinerary

Dia 1 Flight city of origin - Tirana

Flight to Tirana. Assistance at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Check-in organized according to the flight schedules.
Note: the arrival/departure dates may vary, depending on your origin city. If you have any doubts, contact Papa-Léguas for further clarification.

Depending on your arrival time, we will get to know a bit of Tirana.

Having undergone a transformation of extraordinary proportions since waking up from its communist slumber, the center of Tirana is now unrecognizable from those gray days, with buildings painted in primary colors, public squares and pedestrian zones that are a pleasure to walk around. The city's grand boulevards are lined with fascinating relics of its Ottoman, Italian and Communist past - from delicate minarets to noisy socialist murals.

It is a noisy and colorful city, Tirana is never boring!

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Dia 2 Heading North: Shkoder

After lunch we have a two-hour drive north to the town of Shkoder, a place that was besieged by the Ottomans and changed hands with Montenegro several times during the First World War.

We will have the opportunity to end the day at Rozafa Castle. Founded by the Illyrians, rebuilt by the Venetians and Ottomans, the castle's name comes from a cruel legend that ends with the wife of the youngest brother of the 3 who built the castle, being buried alive so that the foundations would remain firm. The castle offers us breathtaking views of Lake Skadar, the 3 rivers surrounding the town, and the mountains that we will discover in the coming days.

After the castle visit, we return to the town of Shkoder to join the locals on their daily stroll along the promenade and for dinner.

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Dia 3 Boat ride through paradise

In northern Albania there is a lake that was formed in the 1970s when two dams were built on the Drin River, one at Koman and one at Fierze.

Lake Koman is surrounded by dense wooded hills, vertical slopes, deep gorges and a narrow valley, which makes this one of the most beautiful rivers to navigate.

We will then relax on this 3-hour drive and then head to the heart of the Valbona Valley National Park in the Albanian Alps, where the mountain scenery is breathtaking.

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Dia 4 Valbona Valley National Park

Today we will explore the Valbona Valley, an area considered the jewel of Albania.
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The valley lies between high and rugged peaks bordering the Thethi National Park, Gashi River, Plava and Gucia in Montenegro, all strictly protected natural areas. It is a transboundary park (Albania / Montenegro) with the highest biodiversity index of the country's mountainous continent.

The park, which is the largest protected area in Albania, encompasses the Valbona River forest and the surrounding mountains, with their alpine landscapes, glacial springs, various rock formations and waterfalls. It is in this area that we will take a day hike to make the most of what is called the "Miracle of the Alps".

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Dia 5 Kruje

We set off early in the morning, leaving the National Park behind but with a small mountain village as our destination.

Krujë is a village full of charm and history because in ancient times the area was home to the Albani, a tribe of ancient Illyrians. Some scholars believe that Krujë may have been the site of Albanopolis, a city in ancient Roman Macedonia.

In the afternoon we will visit the castle, with a wide view stretching from Mount Tomori in the south to Ulcinj in the north, with views of the Adriatic coast all around. Believed to have been built in the 5th or 6th century AD, it was later rebuilt by the Byzantines and then by the Ottomans. This castle is also particularly crucial for understanding Albanian history, as it was precisely here that Skanderbeg raised the national flag for the first time on November 28, 1443. Of course, we won't miss this opportunity to visit the museum of this national hero of Albania.

We'll also further explore the old bazaar, or Derexhiku as it was called. It began operating about 400 years ago with individual merchants lining the main road leading to the castle gates. Today, a smaller part of the now formalized Bazaar operates along the cobbled road leading to Krujë castle and continues to sell antiques and traditional crafts.

Evening in Kruje.

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Dia 6 Albanian Riviera

The Albanian Riviera is an incredible travel destination, home to some of Europe's most beautiful beaches, coastal towns, and more!

It stretches from Dhermi to Sarande on a rugged coastline with secluded bays. They are considered the last untouched beaches in Europe, although changes are already visible, where the Adriatic and Ionian seas meet.

We will drive to Himare and enjoy the afternoon in crystal clear waters.

Night in Himare.

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Dia 7 Blue Corners

Gjipe beach is built in a very special way, there is a magnificent gorge with high rock formations of up to 70m that ends in a small bay with crystal clear waters.

To get there we will prepare our backpacks with some food and water and walk about 2.5 miles on a well-marked trail along the coast to reach this paradise, where we can enjoy the rest of the day.

Mid-afternoon we will return to Himare.

Night in Himare.

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Dia 8 Discovery of the South

We start the journey back to Tirana, with a few stops in between to explore a bit more of this unique country.

The first stop is the "Blue Eye," a water spring and natural phenomenon that reaches a depth of at least 50 meters. This is just the depth reached by a diver... It is a magical place classified as a natural monument, where the Bistrice River flows, surrounded by oak trees and other types of vegetation.

We continue on our way and as we cross the expansive plains of the Drino Valley, the ancient Ottoman city of Gjirokastër suddenly and unexpectedly appears, noisily climbing the steep slopes of the Gjerë Mountains, with its imposing fortress dominating the horizon. This charming old town listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site translates its name as "City of Stones," perhaps because of the sea of slate-gray roofs that conceal a veritable maze of alleyways.

After exploring Gjirokaster, we head for our accommodation, in the same city.

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Dia 9 Flight Tirana - City of origin

We wake up in a city that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and then, after a short stroll, we make our return to the capital for one last night in Albania.

This will be the day for last purchases, last photos, and a great group dinner where we'll toast to a week of adventure.

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FAQs

Is this trip for me?

If you like hiking, swimming in crystal clear water, mountains and beaches, this trip is for you. Albania's natural beauty is fascinating, but journeys can be long due to the quality of the existing roads.

What kind of accommodation do I stay in during this trip?

We stay in double rooms, with private bathrooms, in comfortable hotels that are well located for easy travel. There is always internet connection, even though sometimes the speed may not be the best. We favor small to medium sized hotels, run by locals, where we always feel well received and welcome. In Shkoder and Valbone, the hotels are a little away from the city center, but we favor the landscape and good conditions, always ensuring possible needs.

What kind of transportation do we use on this trip?

Transportation is private for the entire trip. We use a mini-bus most of the time.

Who will guide this trip?

This trip is accompanied by Tour Leader Carla Henriques.

Are arrival and departure transfers included?

Yes, arrival and departure transfers are included if you travel on the "group flight". On this trip there is a group flight, that is, there is a specific arrival and departure time and the transfers will be according to the arrival and departure time of that flight. If you choose to buy different flights, you will have to be at the arrival airport at the same time as the group's flight, to take advantage of the transfers. You must also have the same departure time to take advantage of the transfers.

How much money should I bring for my personal expenses?

On average, 25 EUR per day is enough for meals. The amount of money each traveler should bring depends on the type of spending they do while traveling, such as buying souvenirs.

Can I drink tap water in Albania?

In most places in Albania, tap water is unfit for consumption, except in mountain areas. So we recommend that you buy bottled water, just as the locals do. However, to avoid excessive consumption of plastic, we advise you to take a reusable bottle with you and fill it up with bottles that you can buy or are sometimes available to refill at hotels.

Does Papa-Léguas handle the flights?

Papa-Léguas sends you a flight proposal. Note: the arrival/departure dates may vary, depending on your origin city. If you have any doubts, contact Papa-Léguas for further clarification. After you receive the flight simulation, you can choose to buy from Papa-Léguas or another agency, or online.

Where do I meet the group?

At the airport in Tirana. If you travel on the "group flight" the meeting with the group and the tour leader will take place at that time.

If I sign up alone, do I have to pay an individual supplement?

Not necessarily. If you do not wish to stay alone in the accommodations, you can share them with another person who is signed up. Papa-Léguas may group travelers who sign up individually for the same trip in pairs, by sex and chronological order of registration, and if the number of participants is odd, the traveler who stays alone must pay the respective individual supplement.

Is insurance included in the land program? What does it cover?

It is not included for those departing from outside of Portugal, whether they are Portuguese citizens or not. Contact Papa-Léguas for further clarification. For more information regarding available insurance policies, see our page about travel insurance.

What documentation do I need to go on this trip?

The necessary documentation may vary, depending on your nationality, the country of origin and the places you will travel to. For further information, consult the relevant embassy websites or contact Papa-Léguas.

What equipment is essential for this trip?

It is important that you wear comfortable shoes for the walks in the cities and the hikes in the mountain area. The days can also be quite hot, sunhat, sunglasses and sunscreen are important. And don't forget your swimsuit for a swim.

What are the health restrictions for entering the country?

Health restrictions may vary, depending on various factors, such as your country of origin. We recommend scheduling a Travel Medicine consultation before your trip. For further information, consult the websites of relevant agencies or contact Papa-Léguas.

Why is this trip "CLASSIC"?

These are trips that balance the comfort that our travelers are used to with memorable experiences in the four corners of the planet. On a journey of cultural discovery in Japan, accompanied by a travel leader from Papa-Léguas, or on a trekking in Slovenia, accompanied by local guides, CLASSIC trips are those that provide the best of both worlds – a spirit of discovery and adventure and a good bed at the end of the day.

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