Cycle Albania
Where the itinerary is measured in days and borders, not hours.
Ten Years of Multi-Day Rides Across Four Countries
Cycle Albania has been running adventure cycling holidays out of the capital for a decade, and it is the operator to talk to when the ambition is a week in the…Cycle Albania has been running adventure cycling holidays out of the capital for a decade, and it is the operator to talk to when the ambition is a week in the saddle rather than an afternoon. Its itineraries include a UNESCO route through the south of the country and a Balkan Express that crosses Albania, North Macedonia, Kosovo and Montenegro on one trip, with a Montenegro tour added for the coming season.
Features
Type
Sightseeing tour
Area
Tirana
Schedule
Weekdays
Price
$$ Mid-range
FAQ
Are these day trips or longer holidays?
Longer. Cycle Albania builds multi-day itineraries rather than afternoon rides, including a UNESCO route through the south and a Balkan Express crossing four countries. If you want two hours around the capital, one of the city operators is the better fit.
Which countries do the tours cover?
Albania, North Macedonia, Kosovo and Montenegro on the Balkan Express, with a dedicated Montenegro itinerary and a southern Albanian UNESCO route alongside it. The guides work across the region rather than in the capital alone.
What bikes are provided?
Touring machines with Shimano Deore thirty-speed groupsets, lockout suspension, hydraulic disc brakes and Schwalbe tyres. The operator states that every bike is cleaned and inspected during and between trips, which matters more on a week-long ride than a two-hour one.
Can I rent a bike without joining a tour?
Yes, rental is offered separately from the guided holidays. That suits a rider who wants to plan an independent route but does not want to fly a bicycle into the country.
How long has the company been operating?
About ten years, which by the standards of Albanian adventure tourism makes it one of the established names. Ask about group sizes and the support vehicle arrangement when enquiring, since those vary between the itineraries.
