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Don’t let the heat keep you from exploring the world! Summer temperatures can be very high in Albania, which can make things uncomfortable. It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat and drink plenty of water.

There will be a long travel day, but the journey is worth it and you will make stops along the way to break up the drive and border crossings can vary in time – some patience may be required.

Albania and Montenegro are developing travel destinations so expectations should be managed in terms of amenities, particularly in comparison with other more established European destinations.

1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.

2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

What you need to bring will vary according to the trip style you have chosen, the countries you are visiting and when you are travelling. We recommend you pack as lightly as possible, ensuring that you are able to carry and lift your own luggage and walk with it for short distances or up or down a flight of stairs. Help will be on hand in most locations, but there may be times you need to handle your own luggage, for example in airports and train stations.

A lockable suitcase with wheels is ideal for this trip. It is recommended that you keep your main luggage weight around 15kg and certainly no more than 20kg. A small or medium-sized backpack (45-50 litres) is another good option.

You'll also need a day pack/bag to carry water, camera, jacket, etc. when you’re exploring during the day.

Below is a link to our ultimate packing list, a guide to get you started:, https://www.intrepidtravel.com/packing-list, WATER BOTTLE
Please bring your own water bottle to refill. Although it can be difficult to avoid bottled water when travelling, please use the water dispensers which are provided on some of our vehicles and at some of our accommodation. When unable to avoid bottled water, it is better to buy the largest available and distribute it into your smaller bottle for the day. Some travellers like to bring a bottle with its own filtration system or water purification tablets. If you are walking or trekking as part of your trip, you will need to carry at least 2 litres of water with you.

Hotel Lero, Ulica Iva Vojnovića 14, 20000, Dubrovnik, CROATIA, Phone: +385 20341435

The UNESCO-protected Old City of Dubrovnik is just 1.7 kilometres away which is easy 15-minute walk along takes Boninovo with breath-taking views of the sea all the way to the city. If you don’t feel up to walking uphill on your way back to the hotel, simply take the first bus number 4 leaving from the city’s entrance (Pile Gate) and get off on the fourth stop, which is located 100 metres away.

All rooms feature complementary Wi-Fi, SAT TV with flat LED screen, air-conditioning with individual control, mini bar, electric kettle, tea and coffee facilities, direct dial telephone, electronic safe deposit box, desk console, wardrobe/closet, bathroom with a bathtub or a shower, hairdryer, bathrobe, slippers and toiletries.

Alternate Joining Point

Taxis are available outside the arrivals area at Dubrovnik Airport (airport code DBV). Alternatively, an airport bus meets all arriving flights arriving to the main bus station located near the port. Hotel is 5-10 minutes walking distance from the main bus station in direction Old Town. Please make sure that you provide your flight details no later than 14 days before departure to book your arrival transfer with us. Pre booked arrival transfer from Dubrovnik Airport (DBV): If you have pre booked an arrival transfer, your transfer driver will be waiting in the arrivals hall, holding a board with Intrepid's Logo or your name. In case of flight cancellations and changes or if you are not able to find the driver, please contact the transfer operator directly: +385 98 285 298.

Hotel Opera, Hotel Opera Rruga Urani Pano 1 Tirana 1016 Albania, Tirana, ALBANIA, Phone: +355 4 450 0383

Alternate Finish Point

Instructions
If you have a confirmed departure transfer your leader will advise your pick up time the day before your trip ends.

Alternatively, you can use public transport to reach the airport. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Tirana Central Bus Station, where shuttle buses to the airport are available. The journey will take approximately 40 minutes.

Breakfasts included: 9

Lunches included: 1

Dinners included: 3

While travelling with us you'll experience the vast array of wonderful food available in the world. Your group leader or local representative will be able to suggest restaurants to try during your trip. To give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat, generally not all meals are included in the trip price. This also gives you more budgeting flexibility. As a rule, our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. If you have dietary requirements and/or food allergies, please let your booking agent know prior to departure.

While we always endeavour to provide the best possible holiday experience, due to the nature of travel and the areas we visit sometimes things can and do go wrong. Should any issue occur while you are on your trip, it is imperative that you discuss this with your group leader or local representative straight away so that they can do their best to rectify the problem and save any potential negative impact on the rest of your trip.

We recognise that there may be times when your group leader or local representative may not be able to resolve a situation to your satisfaction - if this is the case, please ask the group leader or local representative to speak to their direct manager.

You may also choose to provide details in your online feedback, which we ask you to complete within 30 days of the end of your trip. Please do be aware that it is very difficult for us to provide any practical help after the trip is completed, so informing us while still travelling will give us the opportunity to resolve the issue in real-time.

For general contact details please use the following page: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/contact-us

In case of a genuine crisis or emergency, you can reach our local office on the numbers below:

Intrepid’s Local Operator: +49 8024 4679 540