Begin with the capital
Allow two nights in Tirana to settle in, explore central neighborhoods and arrange onward transport. Make one cultural visit and leave the rest of your time flexible.
Slow down in Berat
Stay in Berat for two nights. Give the castle area its own unhurried visit, and explore the riverside quarters separately. Carry comfortable shoes for steep lanes.
Find a coastal base
Spend two nights around Himarë. Choose one nearby beach outing per day rather than a long list of coastal stops. Verify intercity connections before you book accommodation; public transport may require a change.
Return with breathing room
Return to Tirana. If your flight is early, shift your final night back to the capital and shorten the coast stay. This is a proposed route, not a live transport schedule.