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Hiking In The Albanian Alps Over A 4-Day Trip From Tirana
  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    Trekking, History, Sightseeing

  • Duration

    4 Days

  • Activity Level

    Medium

  • Language

    English

Description

Embark on this adventure excursion in the beautiful, wild north of Albania, and hike on ancient shepherd trails through this remote mountain region. Gain insight into the history of Noth Albania by visiting Theth Blood Tower, taking the opportunity to meet the locals along the way and enjoying the warm Albanian hospitality along with the good food.

Highlights
  • Go for a boat trip on Lake Koman
  • Enjoy hiking from Valbona to Theth
  • Understand the history of the blood revenge by visiting Theth Blood Tower
  • Day 1. Boat trip through the Drini Gorge - Valbone expand_more
    • Early in the morning (5:00 a.m.), we will start our journey in the direction of Lake Komman and then take the boat on the Koman reservoir through the Drini Gorge to Fierze (approx. 2.5 hours). 
    • We will experience one of the most beautiful boat trips in Europe. 
    • Then, we will continue by bus in the direction of Valbone. 
    • In the afternoon, we will take a walk through the village. 

    Overnight stay in a guest house with shared rooms. ( B / - / A )

    Driving time approx. 3 hours

  • Day 2. View of Jezerca - Rosi pasture expand_more
    • On a shepherd's path, through pine and beech forests, we come to an alpine pasture where only a farmer spends the summer with his cattle. Here we have the opportunity to talk to the shepherd. 
    • On the way back, we can reward ourselves with a glass of raki at a host family. 

    Overnight stay as the day before. ( F / LP / A )

    Walking time approx. 5-6 hours +/- 700 m

  • Day 3. Via the Valbona Pass to Theth expand_more
    • Today, we will hike to Theth on northern Albania's most famous hiking trail. A steep ascent takes us to the Valbona Pass at 1800m, the highest point for today. Accompanied by our pack horses, we descend to the quaint village of Theth, where we are welcomed by a host family. 

    Overnight stay in a guest house with shared rooms. ( F / LP / A )

    Walking time approx. 6-7 hours +800/-1050 m

  • Day 4. Discover Thethi - Tirana Departure expand_more
    • The idyllic little village is known for its hospitality, but also for many adventurous stories. During a visit to the blood tower we learn more about the kanun, the customary law passed down orally and the centuries-old tradition of blood-revenge in northern Albania. 
    • After that, we will hike to Grunasi Waterfall and back and continue to Tirana and say goodbye.( B / LP / - )

    Walking time approx. 2.5 hours +/-200 m

    Driving time approx. 3.5 hours

What's Included
  • Overnight stays: 3x in inns with shared rooms
  • Meals as described in the program (B – breakfast, L – lunch, LP – packed lunch, D – dinner)
  • Transport according to the itinerary, including luggage, by car or horse (Note: Hard suitcases are not suitable for transporting luggage on horses)
  • Boat trip on the Kommansee
  • Visit the Tower of Blood in Theth
  • Qualified tour guide
What's Excluded
  • Flight to Albania
  • International health insurance
  • Tips
  • Beverages
  • Anything not specifically mentioned in the program
What to bring
  • Ankle-high walking shoes
  • Sun protection (cream, cap, sunglasses)
  • Backpack 25-30 litres
  • Change t-shirts
  • Rain protection
  • Windbreaker and a warm jacket for autumn temperatures (12C° - 17C°)
  • 1.5 liter water bottle
Meeting Point

Tirana, Albania

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price Details
Adult
1 To 4 EUR 580 Per Person

This is a private tour

Starting From

Fromss

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USD 641 / person