From Croatia to Albania's Riviera gateway. Drive south through Montenegro and across Albania to Vlorë—where the Adriatic meets the Ionian, with the Llogara Pass and the Albanian Riviera just around the corner.
Drive from Dubrovnik to Vlorë. Private transfer from €470 per vehicle, all-inclusive — fuel, tolls, English-speaking driver, door-to-door.
Pickup from your hotel, apartment, or Dubrovnik Airport (DBV).
First crossing at Debeli Brijeg. Driver handles documents. 5–15 minutes.
Second crossing near Lake Shkodër. Driver handles everything. 10–30 minutes.
Albania's second city and main port, built on a 3,000-year history. The Roman amphitheatre in the city centre held 20,000 spectators and has a Byzantine chapel built inside it. A unique and unexpected sight. Entrance about €3.
Vlorë is where Albania declared independence in 1912. The Flag Square and promenade overlook the bay where the Adriatic and Ionian seas meet. Your driver can stop at the viewpoint before dropping you at your hotel.
Arrive at your hotel or apartment—city centre, Cold Water Beach, or the Llogara Pass road if you're heading to the Riviera.
Per vehicle, not per person. All prices include tolls, fuel, border crossing assistance, luggage handling, water, and child seats on request.
Picked up and dropped off at your exact address
Driver manages all paperwork at crossings
Short photo stops may be included where operationally possible
Professional, local, English-speaking driver
We meet you at DBV arrivals and drive directly to Vlorë. Flight tracking and 60 minutes free waiting.
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Heading north? Vlorë to Dubrovnik follows the same route back through Albania and Montenegro.
Book Vlorë → Dubrovnik →Dubrovnik to Vlorë is a 520-km cross-Balkans coastal drive from Croatia’s UNESCO walled Adriatic city down through Montenegro to Albania’s second-largest port city on the Bay of Vlorë. About 9 hours direct, three border crossings, and a route that passes through some of the most scenic Adriatic coastline in the Balkans — notably the Llogara Pass (1,027 m, the dramatic Albanian Riviera transition) on the approach from Sarandë if extending south. Vlorë is historically significant as the site of the Albanian Declaration of Independence (1912) by Ismail Qemali, and today is the northern anchor of the Albanian Riviera beach belt.
From Dubrovnik south to the Montenegrin border at Debeli Brijeg, through Herceg Novi and Budva to Podgorica, then south-east via Lake Skadar to the Albanian border at Hani i Hotit. Inside Albania the SH1 dual-carriageway runs south through Shkodër and Tirana, then the SH2/SH8 continues south-west to Vlorë on the coast.
Drop-off at your address. Must-see: Independence Square (Sheshi i Flamurit) with the independence monument commemorating Ismail Qemali’s 1912 declaration, Kuz Baba Ottoman tekke, the Muradi Mosque (1537 Ottoman, still active), the Ethnographic Museum, and the beach-front Lungomare promenade. The Karaburun-Sazan Marine National Park (Albania’s first marine protected area, 2010) is accessed by boat from Vlorë. Currency: Albanian Lek (ALL).
Public transport Dubrovnik–Vlorë requires at least 3 changes and 15+ hours, with timing that forces an overnight in Tirana. Private car at 9 hours is the only same-day option, particularly relevant for Albanian Riviera itineraries where Vlorë is the entry point to the Llogara Pass coastal stretch.
Everything specific to this route.
About 6 hours (400 km). Two border crossings. With stops, plan for 7 hours.
EU, UK, US, Canadian, and Australian citizens enter visa-free. Valid passport required.
A port city where the Adriatic meets the Ionian Sea. Long promenade, good seafood, and the gateway to the Albanian Riviera via the spectacular Llogara Pass.
Yes—Vlorë is the starting point for the Riviera road over the Llogara Pass to Dhërmi, Himara, and Sarandë. Your driver can take you further south if needed.
Two—Croatia to Montenegro, then Montenegro to Albania. Driver handles both crossings.
Yes. Early flights recommended. We drive south through three countries to Vlorë.
"Albania was the surprise of our trip. The Durrës amphitheatre was incredible and Vlorë's promenade had a great vibe. Driver was professional and friendly the whole way."
"Three countries, two borders, zero hassle. The driver handled everything and we just enjoyed the ride. Vlorë was the perfect base for exploring the Albanian Riviera."
"Great value for such a long drive. Clean car, cold water, and a driver who knew every road. Arrived in Vlorë ready to explore. Highly recommend."
We operate minibuses and full-size coaches for groups of 8 to 50 passengers. We usually respond promptly during business hours.
Sprinter-type · Families, small groups
30-seat coach · Tour groups, weddings
50-seat touring coach with WC
Tell us about your group and we’ll send you a custom quote — we usually respond promptly during business hours.
Fixed price €470 sedan, €564 minivan. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Your driver, your schedule, your stops along the way.
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