Essentials

Will Hide travelled as a guest of Drive Albania (drivealbania.tours) which can tailor-make trips. For example, a four-night Villages of Diber itinerary, similar to the one described here, costs from £550pp (based on four people travelling). The price includes accommodation, most meals, Lada rental and a guided hike of Mt Korab, but not flights. British Airways (ba. com), easyJet (easyjet.com) and Whizzair (whizzair.com) all fly to Tirana.

Covid rules

Travellers no longer require proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test to enter Albania, as all entry restrictions were removed on May 1. However, arrivals must maintain social distancing (1.5 metres) within the airport building.