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The Albanian Riviera
The Ionian coast from Vlorë to Ksamil: turquoise water, pebble coves and a mountain road over the Llogara Pass.
When to go: June to September for swimming; May and October are quieter and warm.
Highlights
- Ksamil islands
- Gjipe beach and canyon
- Dhërmi and Himarë
- Porto Palermo castle
- Sarandë and a day trip to Corfu
Trails in this region
- Llogara to Gjipe · 12 km · Moderate
Towns in Riviera
Sarandë
Riviera base camp, with Corfu on the horizon
Himarë
The Riviera's calmer half, with coves under the mountains