Albania, Montenegro, Kosovo · Trekking

Hiking at the best hiking trail: Peaks of the Balkans

10 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Tiranë. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek the Peaks of the Balkans route across Albania, Montenegro, and Kosovo
  • 02 Explore remote sections of the Dinaric Alps, also known as the Accursed Mountains
  • 03 Stay in traditional guesthouses along the trail
  • 04 Enjoy included breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the tour
  • 05 Hike through Theth, Valbonë Valley National Park, Plav, and other mountain communities
  • 06 Experience authentic local hospitality in sparsely inhabited alpine villages

Discover one of the Balkans’ most rewarding long-distance hikes on this 10-day Peaks of the Balkans adventure through Albania, Montenegro, and Kosovo. Crossing remote sections of the Dinaric Alps, this journey leads you through dramatic mountain scenery, traditional villages, and lesser-known trails that have preserved their authentic character.

Along the way, stay in local guesthouses and experience the hospitality the region is known for, with home-made meals served by your hosts. With daily hikes ranging from easy to moderate and longer mountain trekking days, this tour is ideal for active travellers looking to explore the wild beauty and cultural richness of the Accursed Mountains.

Discover one of the Balkans’ most rewarding long-distance hikes on this 10-day Peaks of the Balkans adventure through Albania, Montenegro, and Kosovo.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Tirana, Theth, Valbonë Valley National Park, Plav
Languages English, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Theth to ValbonaTrail distance: 13.9 kilometers

Elevation min: 745 meters max: 1,759 meters

Cumulative height uphill: 1,068 meters

downhill: 792 meters

Difficulty level: Moderate

Time: 7 hoursGuesthouse

2
Day 02

Valbone to CeremTrail distance: 19.8 kilometers

Elevation min: 670 meters max: 1,156 meters

Cumulative height uphill: 541 meters

downhill: 382 meters

Difficulty level: Easy

Time: 7 hoursGuesthouse

3
Day 03

Cerem to DeberdolTrail distance: 15.64 kilometers

Elevation min: 1,152 meters max: 1,920 meters

Cumulative height uphill: 1,025 meters downhill: 440 meters

Difficulty level: Moderate

Time: 6 hoursGuesthouse

4
Day 04

Deberdol to MilishevcTrail distance: 18.2 kilometers

Elevation min: 1,534 meters max: 2,290 meters

Cumulative height uphill: 915 meters downhill: 980 meters

Difficulty level: Moderate

Time: 8-9 hoursGuesthouse

5
Day 05

Milishevc - RekeTrail distance: 16.24 kilometers

Elevation min: 910 meters max: 2,136 meters

Cumulative height uphill: 863 meters downhill: 1,277 meters

Difficulty level: Moderate

Time: 8-9 hoursGuesthouse

6
Day 06

Reke to KucishteTrail distance: 23.26 kilometers

Elevation min: 1,072 meters max: 1,820 meters

Cumulative height uphill: 1,257 meters downhill: 1,139 meters

Difficulty level: Moderate

Time: 8-9 hoursGuesthouse

7
Day 07

Kucishte to Babino PoljeTrail distance: 15.8 kilometers

Elevation min: 1,438 meters max: 2,276 meters

Cumulative height uphill: 1,151 meters downhill: 1,109 meters

Difficulty level: Moderate

Time: 7-8 hoursGuesthouse

8
Day 08

Babino Polje to PlaveTrail distance: 20.31 kilometers

Elevation min: 953 meters max: 2,068 meters

Cumulative height uphill: 719 meters downhill: 1,250 meters

Difficulty level: Moderate

Time: 7-8 hoursGuesthouse

9
Day 09

Plav to VusanjeTrail distance: 27.4 kilometers

Elevation min: 968 meters max: 2,106 meters

Difficulty level: Moderate

Time: 10 – 11 hoursGuesthouse

10
Day 10

Vusanje to ThethTrail distance: 21.35 kilometers

Elevation min: 726 meters max: 1,748 meters

Accumulative height uphill: 1,111 meters downhill: 1,437 meters

Time: 8 hours

Difficulty level: ModerateGuesthouse

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Tiranë. 4 cities · 10 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Lunch

What's Not Included

Everything that is not mentioned above

Know before you go

  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Tiranë.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Tiranë.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 10 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Tiranë..

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