Who We Are
We're Hillary and Elton—a planner-guide duo brought together by a shared love for Albania. We believe the best travel experiences happen at your own pace.
Together, we share Albania's culture, landscapes, and stories in a way that feels personal, authentic, and unforgettable.
Hillary is an American certified travel coach and school psychologist who designs thoughtful, well-balanced itineraries grounded in how travel feels—creating space for curiosity, rest, and meaningful moments.
Elton is a certified Albanian tour guide and licensed private driver who guides travelers throughout Albania and the Balkans. With over 150 five-star reviews, his local knowledge, expertise, and calm presence create journeys that feel effortless, safe, and rooted in real local connection.
Our Services
We design private journeys and guided experiences through Albania and neighboring Balkan countries for travelers who value authenticity, flexibility, and local insight.
From personalized planning to private drivers and guided experiences, every journey is intentionally designed—shaped entirely around how you want to explore.
Custom Travel Planning
Personalized itineraries for Albania and select Balkan countries designed around your interests, pace, and travel style.
Starting from 60€
Travel Planning + Private Driver
Thoughtfully planned and comfortably experienced—custom travel planning paired with a driver for seamless journeys.
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Guided Experiences + Private Driver
From UNESCO sites to wild landscapes, our private guided days with a local guide and driver are designed for travelers seeking adventure or a deeper dive into Albania’s history and culture.
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Private Driving Only
Already have a plan? Explore Albania and beyond at your own pace with a professional private driver.
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Why Choose Us?
Personalized Experiences
Every journey is crafted around you.
Local Expertise
Discover Albania's hidden gems and authentic experiences.
Attention to Detail
We handle the planning so you can relax and enjoy.
Trusted Duo
Insider knowledge meets intentional travel planning.
Testimonials
We love helping travelers explore Albania and the Balkans. Here's what some of them have said about their experience with us:
Ryan, USA
Ellen, UK
"We wanted to experience a more authentic Albania beyond what most tourists see. Elton and Hillary worked with us to create a series of guided day trips from Tirana that surpassed all expectations. They have a passion for elevating the guest experience into something magical and memorable. Thank you again for impressions that will last a lifetime!"
"We were looking for a more personalized and curated experience of the locations we wanted to visit around Tirana. Elton and Hillary were able to coordinate visits to towns and hiking experiences, both with delicious regional food and local perspective on Albania. Hillary and Elton's warm welcome and pride in Albania show in every step of a wonderful experience."
Sylvia, Canada
Amy, USA
"Hillary was most kind when I met her by chance in Tirana on my first evening there. I had just arrived and we spoke about possibilities for visiting several places, even outside Albania. She was a wealth of information and really helped me, even looking up websites for me that I didn't even know about. She was so helpful and made my trip to Albania very successful."
"I had an absolutely incredible experience exploring Albania and the Island of Corfu, and it was all thanks to Hillary and her thoughtful planning and warm hospitality."
Anonymous traveler
Guest from recent journey
“I would like to say that there is no room for improvement with regard to Elton’s service for our transfer from Kotor to Tirana. Elton was totally professional, a great driver, very pleasant company, totally obliging and helped us well beyond what we would have expected. We had experienced difficulties contacting our accommodation host in Tirana…If it hadn’t been for Elton, we may have been sleeping on the street. He is a treasure.”
“Elton was an extremely professional and charismatic driver. His driving skills were top-notch, and his knowledge of Albania made the journey even more enjoyable. As a woman traveling solo, I felt completely comfortable and at ease the entire time. He truly made the experience exceptional.”
To respect our guests’ privacy, some testimonials are shared anonymously.
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