From Tirana: 6-Day Guided Trekking Tour in the Albanian Alps

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ID: GYG933459-1457422
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Country: Albania

Duration: 6 days


Description

Discover the beauty of the Albanian Alps on a 6-day trekking tour. Explore the city of Tirana, take a boat ride on Lake Koman, and visit the isolated villages of the North.
Embark on a 6-day trekking adventure in the Albanian Alps. Explore the Accursed Mountains and hike through the Valbona and Theth National Parks. Stay in local guesthouses and enjoy meals made with local ingredients.

DAY 1
Meet your guide at Rinas airport and transfer to the city. Travel by conventional road from the airport to the hotel. Check into your hotel and rest up for the next day. City tour optional in case of early arrival.
Overnight in Tirana in twin rooms.

DAY 2
Early departure to Komani Lake and take the famous scenic route where the water and mountains meet eachother . Arrive in the afternoon in Valbona, Tropoje.
Overnight in Valbona in twin or triple room.

DAY 3
After breakfast, move to Kukaj. From there, begin your route to Rosi. At the beginning of the route, ascend to the Rosi peak, 2,524 meters high where you can have a panoramic view of Prokletije National Park of Montenegro and Albanian Alps. From there, begin the descent to your accommodation.
Medium difficulty 1300/1400 metres of disnivel.
Overnight in Valbona in twin or triple rooms.

DAY 4
Early breakfast, prepare the takeaway picnic.
Transfer by offroad vehicle along the riverbed to Rragam. Take the hiking trail to Theth. Arrive in Theth after 6 hours with 2 main stops along the trail for rest and lunch.
Medium difficulty 600/700 metres of disnivel.
Overnight in Theth near the church, twin or triple rooms.

DAY 5
Breakfast, visit to main attractions of Theth Waterfall + Blue Eye Theth.
Free time to swim, traditional lunch in Nderlysa.
Overnight in Theth in twin or triple rooms.

DAY 6
Transfer to the city of Shkoder and have lunch in the old city. Travel by vehicle by conventional road to Tirana/Durres/Kruje.
Drop off optional in Shkoder/Tirane/Durres
End of service.

Highlights

  • Discover the beauty of the Albanian Alps on a 6-day trekking tour
  • Explore the city of Tirana and see the highlights of the city center
  • Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Koman and take in the stunning mountain views
  • Visit the isolated villages of Albania and stay with a local family
  • Hike to the Blue Eye natural attraction and see the Theth Waterfall

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour is recommended for healthy and active individuals.
Tracks are not technical, with an overall medium difficulty.
Be prepared for varying weather conditions.
Ensure to have travel insurance for outdoor activities.
INCLUDED
  • Accommodation in shared rooms twin or triple room
  • Meals based on local products (breakfast + lunch + dinner)
  • Transportation by vehicle and ferry
  • Local offroad transfers
  • COFFEE
  • Guided hikes and tours
  • Guide in English/Spanish Language
  • Entrance fees to national parks
NOT INCLUDED
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guides
  • Drinks

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.