Begin beside the lake
Travel to Pogradec and settle in for two nights. Keep the arrival afternoon for a waterfront walk. Confirm the next day’s Lin transport before the evening; a village outing is easier when the return is already arranged.
Make room for Lin
Plan a visit to Lin, checking current heritage access before going. Leave the rest of the day for the lake rather than adding an international detour to Ohrid town. This route remains within Albania.
Change the pace in Korçë
Transfer to Korçë and stay for two nights. Begin with the Old Bazaar and a relaxed meal. The point of this route is to enjoy two different bases, not to turn the transfer day into a tour of every surrounding village.
Keep a city day
Choose a cultural visit, explore the pedestrian streets and leave the evening flexible. If you prefer a village excursion, arrange it in advance and accept that it replaces part of your city day.
Return without a tight connection
Travel back to Tirana. Confirm your return transport before booking a flight on the same day; for an early departure, move your final night to Tirana. Transport, accommodation and venue access are not booked through this itinerary.