Get your backpack and join us on an Adventure Retreat with Osman in one of the hidden gems in eastern Europe: Albania. There is a lot to see and do in this exciting up-and-coming location.

 

We will tour Albanian cities and villages in 7 nights/8 days, starting in the North in the magnificent Albanian Alps and soul rejuvenating raw nature and going down south to the Albanian Riviera to explore the most stunning Albanian beaches which will make this experience unforgettable and will leave you with great memories and great pictures.

Osman’s wellness program in these 8 days is carefully designed to focus on getting out of the comfort zone by being “In the NOW” and enjoying the “PRESENT MOMENT” using yoga, meditation, nature walks, cleansing dips, and circle time.

In addition, it gives you a chance to taste Albanian delicious foods and drinks, meet local people and local families, and learn their stories and their history.

When is the adventure retreat?

Departure from Cairo Friday 13 August, Return to Cairo Friday 20 August. 7 nights/8 days

 

What is the itinerary of the adventure retreat?

We will land at Tirana International airport on Friday 13 August and directly start the journey. We will make our way up to the North, visiting Kruja-Theth-Valbone-Shkoder-Durres to enjoy four days in the heaven of the Albanian mountains, do our meditations and yoga practices in wonderful places with amazing views.

After that we will head South to enjoy the Albanian Riviera, visiting Vlore-Sazan (the biggest Albanian island and one of the most beautiful islands in eastern Europe)-Llogara-Riviera-Saranda. On the last day we will head back to Tirana to take the flight back to Cairo. (The full detailed itinerary with timings will be sent one month prior to the trip and after registration).

Where will we stay?

 

The main part of the adventure is to enjoy nature and the panoramic scenes of Albanian villages and towns. We will stay in each village or town one night according to the itinerary. The accommodation will be mainly in mountain lodges and in 4-stars hotels in the cities. (Hotel names and websites will be sent one month prior to the trip and after registration)

 

How will we commute?

All commute will be using private buses or minibusses and sometimes mules/donkeys for the long hikes.

 

What is the weather like in August?

The weather in Albania in Summer is similar to the weather in Egypt. It is hot in the mornings, can reach 35c and rather cooler in the nights, you can pack shawl or light jacket when staying in the mountains.

How much?

  • EURO 750 per person sharing double/triple room
  • EURO 900 per person single occupancy (if available in the hotel or lodge)

Plus

  • EGP 8200 return ticket (CAI-TIA-CAI), economy class on a chartered flight.

 

What does it include?

  • It includes a full Wellness Program with Osman
  • Accommodation 7 nights in Albania on a bed and breakfast basis
  • Tour program in the North and in the South
  • Transfer from/to airport in Tirana
  • The english-speaking guide accompanying the group the whole tour
  • All transportation and transfers throughout the trip

 

It doesn’t include:

  • PCR test before departure to Egypt (at Tirana airport Euro 35 per person paid in cash on the spot)
  • Travel Insurance (Intratour team can assist with it, it ranges from EGP 200-EGP 75 according to age)
  • Optional one-day Boat trip in Vlore bay (Euro 38 per person paid in cash on the spot)
  • Extra leisure activities or meals

What are the documents and procedures required?

Albania doesn’t require PCR and no Entry Visa needed. It only requests an invitation letter and previous visas on the passport. The invitation letter will be arranged through Intratour Travel agency. It is highly recommended to hold Travel Insurance before you travel but it is not mandatory.

What to expect from the Albanian Adventure?

  • Post-card nature scenes and panoramic mountains.
  • Nature hikes in the Albanian Alps, springs, lakes, and amazing beaches.
  • Daily Yoga and mindfulness activities.
  • Sharing circles.
  • Enjoying the local food as it is beyond delicious and very fresh. It is a relatively cheap destination compared to other places in Europe.
  • Daily adventure program in 11 different towns all over the country.

 

Please note that:

  • Summer is a high season so expect local markets, ferries, and the beaches to be busy sometimes.
  • Most vehicle models are between 2008-2012
  • Cash is more likely to be accepted than credit cards. You can exchange at the airport upon arrival but they accept euros anyway
  • Lodges are inside mountains or national parks, so expect friendly insects or animals.
  • Most population can speak fair to moderate English
  • On the long bus rides between towns and villages, there will be rest stops made at which time there will be an opportunity to use the bathrooms. Smoking is prohibited in buses and closed buildings.

How Do I pay?

We would kindly appreciate it if the cost of the trip be paid in Euros and the flight to be paid in EGP

1-Pay by in Intratour Bank Account:

HSBC AL AZHAR BRANCH, Intratour Tourism and Travel

  • EGP  053 005757 027
  • EURO 053 005757 111

Swift: EBBKEGCX

2-Pay online using a credit card. We will send you the payment link (it adds 2.5% banking fees)

3- Cash at the nearest Intratour Travel Agency offices. Let us know your location and we will advise the nearest office. www.intratour-eg.com

Cancellation policy of the Retreat program
·       Upon registration and booking 25% deposit non-refundable
·       Staring 12 July, 100% non-refundable

Cancellation policy of the Flight

All chartered flights are non-refundable after booking

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