How to get from Shkoder to Himare?

For all tourists who want to go from Shkodra to Himare there are several options on how to get there. You can travel with the direct line with the operator "Candy Tours" where departures are in “St. G'juhadol - Wanderers Hostel” in Shkodër, and you will get off at Himarw Station.

You can also choose the indirect lines where first you have to go to Tirana at the bus station in the Eastern Terminal. From there by car or taxi you should go to the South and North Terminals, then leave for Himare.

From Shkodra to Tirana it will take you almost two hours and you will pass through these places: Bahçallek - Balldren - Lezhë - Fushë Mamurras - Thumanë - Fushë Krujë - Tirana.

To Himara by bus

From Tirana to Himare you will go for about 3 hours. If you go by bus, the ticket per person in one direction with the operator "Olgeno Travel" costs 14 euros. Just check at Gjirafa Travel timetables and departure stations and booking your ticket online has never been easier.

On the other hand, there is no option of traveling by train, but if you want to take a taxi directly from Tirana airport, it costs 165 euros.

A car trip

If you rent a car, it will cost between 25-60 euros for a day, not counting the costs of filling the tank, and in this case we suggest that along the way you stop at many tourist spots that are worth spending a little time time there too.

First, in Shkodër, you can visit the "Marubi" National Museum of Photography, which has pictures of important events, including the first picture taken in Albania. Also climb Rozafa Castle for fantastic views from above.

Stop in Lezha to visit the memorial of Skanderbeg, the national hero, where he was buried.

In Tirana then you have the city that offers everything except the sea. But you have the wonderful lake for a little rest, and the main square for an unforgettable walk.

The most favorite places for tourists in Himare

From Tirana to Himarë you have a spectacular view in front of the Ionian Sea of ​​small towns located on the hills. Then there are many options on what to visit, but below we are listing them as some of the most important:

• Livadhi Beach

• Gjipe beach

• Porto Palermo Castle

• Himara Castle

• Cave of Pigeons

In Himare you have plenty of hotels where you can stay, but there are also houses of residents that let out rooms at reasonable prices. There are also parking lots near the beaches for a symbolic fee (cash), but you can park a little further from the beach if you don't want to pay.

However, Himara is a must-visit destination because it is among the most sought-after tourist spots in all of Albania, so pack your bags now.