Albania · Trekking

3-Day Backpacking Tour to Theth and Valbona from Tirana

3 Days Round trip from Tirana Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Ride a ferry across the beautiful Komani Lake
  • 02 Marvel at the stunning beauty of Valbona Valley
  • 03 Hike from Valbona to Theth through woods and mountain pastures
  • 04 Walk through Theth valley to its church and historic shutting tower

Drive from Tirana to Komani Lake, then embark on a ferry trip through its beautiful waters and rocky landscapes before continuing to Valbona Valley for a true countryside experience. This 3-day journey combines scenic travel, guesthouse stays, and a challenging hike from Valbona to Theth through woods and mountain pastures. Along the way, enjoy the stunning beauty of Valbona Valley, explore Theth National Park, and walk through the valley to visit its church and the historic shutting tower.

During the ferry trip, enjoy views of the lake, the rocky slopes, and the reflections of nature on the water - all amazing sights to remember.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Shkoder, Tirana, Theth, Valbonë Valley National Park, Theth National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Tirana to Komani Lake and Valbona Valley

  • Leave early in the morning at 5:00 am. Transport will be by minivan from Tirana to the Komani ferry stop, with a 4x4 car available on guest request for an extra charge.

  • During the transfer to Komani ferry, there will usually be a stop at a coffee shop or another nice bar with lake views along the way.

  • During the ferry trip, enjoy views of the lake, the rocky slopes, and the reflections of nature on the water - all amazing sights to remember. On the ferry, you can also enjoy a drink or a coffee at the bar, or have your lunch box.

  • After a two-hour ferry trip, reach Fierza, where another minivan will be waiting to bring you to Valbona Valley. Drop-off is at the guesthouse door.

Duration: 4 hours

Pass by: Valbona Valley, Kukes County

Lunch will be around 13:00 and dinner at around 19:30 at the guesthouse. Enjoy free time in the afternoon for a walk around the valley before dinner.

Accommodation included: Guesthouse, traditional house

2
Day 02

Hike from Valbona Valley to Theth National Park

  • Start hiking toward Theth Valley after an early breakfast for around 6-7 hours. During this hike, pass through Rragam village and see the gulf of Valbona at 1750 mt.

  • Proceed into the Theth National Park area, walking between woods and pastures. Usually, the hike takes about 3 hours up and 3 hours down.

  • Rest and/or grab some refreshments at the highest point, where there is a wood cabin used as a 'Bar'.

  • Continue down the valley for the other three hours and get accommodated in the guesthouse in the late afternoon.

Duration: 6 hours

Pass by: Theth, Shkoder County

Meals included:

Breakfast.

Lunch: Lunch box prepared from the hotel in advance.

Dinner at 19.30 hrs: Fixed menu with traditional dishes. For special requests, please write to us after your booking.

Accommodation included: Guesthouse.

3
Day 03

Explore Theth and Return via Shkoder to Tirana

  • After breakfast in the guesthouse, the day starts with a walk in the valley to the church and the shutting tower. At the tower, an English guide will tell the story of the place.

  • Return to the guesthouse at 12:00 and be ready for the minivan pickup to Shkodra.

  • Check out of the room after breakfast before going for the walk.

  • The tour can end in Shkodra or at the starting point in Tirana. Travel time from Thethi to Shkodra is 2.5 hours, with an additional 1.5 hours to Tirana.

Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:

Breakfast. No accommodation included on this day.

Komani Lake ferry, Valbona Valley pastures, Theth National Park, shutting tower

Where this trip takes you

Komani Lake ferry, Valbona Valley pastures, Theth National Park, shutting tower

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tirana 5 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Breakfast, lunch, dinner

  • 2x dinner

  • 3x lunch

  • Accommodation included: 1 night

  • Entry/Admission - Komani Lake

What's Not Included

  • Private transportation

  • Entry/Admission - Theth National Park

  • Entry/Admission - Shkoder Bridge

Know before you go

3-day tour to Komani Lake, Valbona Valley, and Theth National Park.

Departure & Return

Departure Point

  • Tirana

  • Komani Lake

  • Bajram Curri

  • Valbona Valley National Park

  • Theth National Park

  • Grunas

  • Shkodër

  • Albanian tour guide for one day from Valbona to Thethi, with one mule, is optional.

Departure Time: 6:00 am

Return Details:

  • Return to the original departure point.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Tirana, Albania
Tour start
Tirana, Albania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Tirana.

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