Albania Beach City Adventure: 11-Day Itinerary July 21-31, 2025

Day 1: July 21 - Arrival & Settle in Sarandë

Morning: Depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on an early flight with Air France or Alitalia to Corfu Airport (CFU), Greece (~€150 per person). Transfer by shuttle (1 hr, €25 per person) to Sarandë, Albania, the city famed for stunning nearby beaches.

Afternoon: Check in at Hotel Butrinti, Vlore Street, Sarandë, a stylish 3-star hotel with modern elegance for €70/night double occupancy. Group check-in and orientation walk along Sarandë Bay promenade.

Evening: Dinner at Taverna Pupi, Rruga Mitat Hoxha, budget-friendly (€12-18 per person). Explore nightlife at Havana Bar & Lounge, Rruga Lali Eri (Open 9pm-2am, no cover, casual-smart dress).

Day 2: July 22 - Jet Ski & Beach Adventure

Morning: Breakfast at hotel. Head to Mirror Beach, 5 min drive, for jet ski rentals with SeaSport Albania (Address: Rruga Pasqyra, Sarandë, +355 69 306 7700). Book 1-hour jet ski (€35 pp), plus paddle boarding/kayak options available.

Afternoon: Lunch at Limani Restaurant, Rruga Butrint, seafood specialties (€15-25). Spend afternoon parasailing and water skiing at Borsh Beach by Adrenalin Water Sports, 30min drive (€40 parasailing, €45 water skiing).

Evening: Tennis booking at Sarandë Tennis Club, Rruga Mitat Hoxha. Evening meetup at Mango Beach Bar (Open 6pm-12am, cover approx €5, trendy atmosphere).

Day 3: July 23 - Cultural Excursion & Nightlife

Morning: Visit Butrint National Park archaeological site (Entry €5, open 8am-5pm). Guided tour option available for €15.

Afternoon: Return to Sarandë, light lunch at Bar Restorant Kordinator (€10-15). Optional tennis session at Sarandë Tennis Club.

Evening: Dinner at Taverna Fish & Drinks (€18 average). Night out at Bar Bedera, (Entry €10, dress code: stylish casual, Music 9pm-3am).

Day 4: July 24 - Water Sports Focus & Adventure

Morning: Early jet ski session at SeaSport Albania. Booking recommended 24h prior.

Afternoon: Boat rental around Ksamile Islands (Contact Blue Bay Boat Rentals +355 69 200 1000) – group boat €150 total for 3 hours (~€25 pp). Snorkeling and swimming stops included.

Evening: Dinner at Limani Saranda (€15-25). Hit Disco Bar Havana (Entry €12, dress code smart casual, live DJ 10pm-3am).

Day 5: July 25 - Tennis & Relaxation

Morning: Morning tennis practice at Sarandë Tennis Club (Court booking €8 pp/hour).

Afternoon: Lunch at Kepi i Dafinës, well-priced (€10-15). Relaxation time on Pasqyra Beach.

Evening: Casual dinner at Pizzeria Artigiano (€8-12) followed by drinks at 3D Bar (Entry free, trendy crowd, open till 2am).

Day 6: July 26 - Parasailing & Night Club

Morning: Parasailing booked with Adrenalin Water Sports, early slot 9am-12pm (€40 pp).

Afternoon: Free time; optional water skiing or paddleboarding at Mirror Beach.

Evening: Dinner at Mullixhiu Restaurant (€20), then clubbing at Epic Club Sarandë (Entry €15, dress code: club chic, 11pm-4am).

Day 7: July 27 - Boat Trip & Sarandë Market

Morning: Half-day group boat rental to Blue Eye Spring and Lihnida Beach (~€25 pp), snorkeling, swim stops.

Afternoon: Explore local markets and cafés in Sarandë. Lunch at Art Club Café (€10).

Evening: Tennis match or relaxed drinks at Bar Bedera.

Day 8: July 28 - Water Skiing & Nightlife

Morning: Water skiing session at Adrenalin Water Sports (€45 pp).

Afternoon: Beach time on Pasqyra Beach or explore Laguna Beach, free access.

Evening: Dinner at Taverna Pupi. Experience nightlife at Havana Bar & Lounge again for live music.

Day 9: July 29 - Tennis & Cultural Visit

Morning: Tennis tournament style group matches (booked courts €8 pp/hr).

Afternoon: Visit Monastery of 40 Saints, €3 entrance, 10-minute drive.

Evening: Farewell dinner at Limani Saranda, scenic bay views.

Day 10: July 30 - Free Day & Nightlife Finale

Morning: Free morning for souvenir shopping or optional watersports repeat.

Afternoon: Lunch at Kepi i Dafinës. Pack and prepare for departure.

Evening: Final group party at Epic Club Sarandë, with booked VIP area to celebrate trip end (€20 entry + drinks).

Day 11: July 31 - Departure

Morning: Check-out and drive to Corfu Airport shuttle (~€25). Flight back to Paris (~€150).

Time and Cost Estimates

• Flights Paris ↔ Corfu (incl. shuttle to Sarandë): approx. 3.5 hrs each way, €325 round trip
• Accommodation at Hotel Butrinti: 10 nights, €70 per night = €700
• Car Rental (group van, 11 days): ~€40/day total, €7 pp/day = €77
• Jet Ski rentals at SeaSport Albania: 1 hr ~€35
• Parasailing with Adrenalin Water Sports: ~€40
• Water Skiing (Adrenalin Water Sports): ~€45
• Boat Rentals (group, per person share): ~€25 per trip, 2 trips = €50
• Tennis court booking (daily, 1-2 hrs): ~€8 pp/session × 8 days = €64
• Entry fees to clubs and bars (mostly €5-15 per night): avg. €10 × 7 nights = €70
• Food & Drinks (average €20 per day): 11 days = €220
• Cultural entry fees & tours: ~€20 total
• Total Estimated Cost per Person: ~€1,576

Tips

• Extend the Trip: Add extra days for further exploration of surrounding beaches like Ksamil or Himara to diversify adventure activities and beach options.
• Reduce Budget: Opt for self-catering apartments or hostels (€40-50 per night) and limit nightlife outings to free-entry bars; consider sharing jet skis or boat rides to save costs.
• Group Discounts: Book tennis courts and water sports as a group in advance for negotiated rates; use combined car rental insurance packages.
• Weather Contingency: On rainy days, visit indoor options such as Sarandë Museum or enjoy spa sessions at the hotel. Nightclubs usually have indoor venues unaffected by weather.
• Local Advice: Dress smart casual for nightlife; afternoon siestas are common, so plan activities accordingly. Always confirm water sports bookings 24+ hours ahead.