Albania · Hiking

8-Hour Osum Canyon Hiking Tour from Berat with Poliçan Bunkers

8 Hours Round trip from Rruga e Kanioneve 5402 Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the stunning Osum Canyon, the largest in southern Albania
02 Discover the vibrant landscape of the Osumi Valley en route to the canyon
03 Visit Poliçan and explore historic bunkers from the Communist era
04 Enjoy local cuisine in Bogova village, renowned for its natural food

Go hiking in Osum Canyon, the largest river canyon in southern Albania, near Çorovodë. This natural wonder is filled with big rocks, birds of various species, old bridges, trees, and bushes along the route. Explore the beauty of the Osumi Valley and enjoy walking, hiking, swimming, and taking memorable photos in this breathtaking canyon.

Explore the bunkers here, including one of the most famous, Enver Hoxha's bunker.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Berat, Çorovodë, Poliçan

Languages English, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Osum Canyon Hike through the Osumi Valley

Pick up from your hotel in Berat at 9 am and drive towards Osum Canyon.
During the drive, discover the beautiful landscape of the Osumi Valley.
See the vineyards of Fushë Peshtan, a village famous for wine.
Stop in the city of Poliçan, which was known during the Communist era for its many gun factories.
Explore the bunkers here, including one of the most famous, Enver Hoxha's bunker. This bunker was created to defend the communists against atomic strikes from their enemies.
Continue to Bogova, a village famous for natural food.
Stop at a cafe for raki and lunch.
Arrive at the canyon and begin the hike.
Explore Osum Canyon.

Return to your hotel in Berat.

The route