Albania — one of the most beautiful Balkan countries. 476 km coastline (Albanian Riviera), UNESCO Ottoman towns (Berat, Gjirokastra), minimal prices. Day 1: Arrival Tirana. Flights Wizz Air/Ryanair 40-180 EUR round-trip. Hotels Tirana: Rogner, Plaza, Sheraton. Highlights: Skanderbeg Square, Etem Bey Mosque, National Museum, Bunk'Art (Hoxha bunkers). Day 2: Berat (UNESCO) — „City of a Thousand Windows". Day 3: Gjirokastra (UNESCO) — „Stone City". Day 4: Saranda + Ksamil — „Albanian Maldives". Butrint (UNESCO). Day 5-6: Albanian Riviera (Himara, Dhermi, Jale, Gjipe, Porto Palermo). Day 7: Përmet — free thermal springs Bënjë. Budget 7 days Backpacker: 250-450 EUR/person. Mid-range: 550-1.000 EUR/person. Luxury: 1.800-4.000 EUR/person. English speakers No visa 90 days. Currency: Albanian lek (ALL). Language: Albanian. English common in tourist zones. Embassies: contact yours. Very safe.