I'm interested in this trip but not sure I can do some of the long hikes (like 6.7 miles). How do you deal with that? Would I be able to turn around on my own? Is there a support vehicle?

Regarding the walks - it is unlikely that the tour leader would want you to turn round on your own in the middle of a walk. It is better to discuss the walk with the tour leader prior to setting off to assess if you are able to make the walk. On some days when staying in the same hotel for a few days, you can decide to opt out of the walk and stay around the hotel if you think it would be too demanding. When we move from hotel to hotel there will be a support vehicle transferring the luggage - so on those days if you didn't want to walk you could go with the transfer vehicle.

Are there any areas of exposed hiking. I have difficulty with heights.

Walks are over 5 days for between 3 to 7 hours per day. Most walks are on well-defined footpaths, mountain trails and some dirt tracks. Walks are mainly along mountain trails, there will be some scree, rocky sections and steep climbs. Fit hikers will find the walks a satisfying day out, while less-fit hikers will find them challenging but manageable. This trip is appropriate for seasoned and first-time hikers who enjoy walking, have a good level of fitness and a good balance. It is not suitable for those with recurring hip or knee problems or those unstable on their feet. The maximum walking altitude for this tour is 1800 metres.

I'm interested in this trip and I'm wondering if it would be okay for me to arrive one day early and meet up with the group at the hotel when the tour starts? If yes, what is the name of the hotel that we will stay in the first night?

We can indeed arrange extra nights pre/post tour for you.

How many people are registrated on this tour? Can you tell me about the ages of the members?

On the 19th June departure we have 11 people booked and 5 spaces available. The age range of those currently booked is 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s. There are 7 men and 4 women and there are 7 solo travellers.

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The scenery in Albania is one of its greatest assets. The guest house and it's location in Valbona was very good.
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Itinerary

Day 1
Tirana
Start point
Airport Rd Rinas Tirana AL, 1504, Albania (Tirana Airport, Arrivals Hall, 15:00)
Accommodation
Hotel (Sar'Otel Boutique Hotel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Visit House of Leaves museum (Cold War secret surveillance headquarters)
- Explore Pazari i Ri open-air market for local produce and specialities
Landmarks
House of Leaves
Pazari i Ri
Day 2
Tirana to Koman Lake - Valbona
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel NeoKulla), Hotel (Hotel NeoKulla (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ferry ride through Lake Koman scenic channels (approximately 2 hours)
- Riverside walk in Valbona (approximately 1-3 hours depending on accommodation)
Landmarks
Lake Koman
Valbona National Park
Day 3
Valbona National Park
Meals
Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel NeoKulla (or similar))
Included Activities
- Moderate hike (11 kilometres/6.8 miles) in Valbona National Park starting near Drogobia village
- Hike through meadows and beechwood to Gjarpri I Dragobis (Drogobia Snake) elevated pastures
- Views of Dragobia Gorge and surrounding peaks
Landmarks
Valbona National Park
Dragobia Gorge
Drogobia village
Day 4
Rrethi i Jubanit Plateau
Meals
Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel NeoKulla (or similar))
Included Activities
- Hike (8 kilometres/4.9 miles) through mountain slopes and beech and fir woods
- Walk to Rrethi i Jubanit plateau
- Views of Grykat e Hapta limestone peaks amphitheatre
- Visit to local family home in Kukaj hamlet for herbal mountain tea
Landmarks
Rrethi i Jubanit plateau
Grykat e Hapta
Kukaj hamlet
Day 5
Valbona Pass to Theth National Park
Accommodation
Guesthouse (Pisha Villa), Hotel (Bujtina Berishta Theth (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided hike over Valbona Pass to Theth National Park (approximately 7 hours, 15 kilometres)
Landmarks
Valbona Springs
Valbona Pass
Accursed Massif
Theth National Park
Day 6
Theth
Meals
Lunch (Tasty lunch prepared by local family in Nderlysa)
Accommodation
Guesthouse (Pisha Villa), Hotel (Bujtina Berishta Theth (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Theth village stone catholic church
- Visit Kulla e Ngujimit blood feud lock-in tower
- River walk to small waterfall
- Walk through Grunas Canyon ancient terraces to Nderlysa hamlet
Optional Activities
- Further walk to natural swimming pools (6 kilometres/3.7 miles total additional walking)
Landmarks
Theth village
Kulla e Ngujimit
Grunas Canyon
Nderlysa
Day 7
Theth to Shkoder
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Tradita (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Shkoder
Optional Activities
- Circular walk at Thore Pass surroundings (approximately 90 minutes) - dependent on group wishes
Landmarks
Thore Pass
Shkoder
Day 8
Shkoder to Tirana
End point
Rruga Xhorxhi Martini, Godina, 10, Tirana, Albania (Vila Alba, Hotel reception, 09:00)
Optional Activities
- Cable car up Mount Dajti for panoramic view of Tirana (if post-tour stay booked)
- House of Leaves museum in Tirana (if post-tour stay booked)
- Bunk'art museum in Tirana (if post-tour stay booked)
Landmarks
Mount Dajti
House of Leaves
Bunk'art

Landmarks
House of Leaves
Pazari i Ri

Landmarks
Lake Koman
Valbona National Park

Landmarks
Valbona National Park
Dragobia Gorge
Drogobia village

Landmarks
Rrethi i Jubanit plateau
Grykat e Hapta
Kukaj hamlet

Landmarks
Valbona Springs
Valbona Pass
Accursed Massif
Theth National Park

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Theth village
Kulla e Ngujimit
Grunas Canyon
Nderlysa

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Thore Pass
Shkoder

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Mount Dajti
House of Leaves
Bunk'art

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Sar'Otel Boutique Hotel (or similar)
Hotel
day 1
Hotel NeoKulla (or similar)
Hotel
Days 2, 3, 4
Hotel NeoKulla
Hotel
day 2
Pisha Villa
Guesthouse
Days 5, 6
Bujtina Berishta Theth (or similar)
Hotel
Days 5, 6
Hotel Tradita (or similar)
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day 7

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Bill
May 29th, 2023
The walk over the Valbona pass
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Stuart
May 29th, 2023
Velbona Pass Wild flower meadows Thethi Food - quality & amount!!
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Helen
May 30th, 2023
The highlights were the scenery and visiting the local peoples farm/houses for lunch. The scenery was outstanding.
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Nicholas
May 31st, 2023
Meadow flowers in May; Stunning Alpine landscape; Unspoilt scenery; Meeting the locals; Challenging walking on high...
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Christina
June 6th, 2023
1. The views were spectacular 2. Hiking into Theth National Park 3. Trying local food, especially Byrek 4. Farewell...
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Mitzi
June 27th, 2023
Valbonne pass, although tiring, had some amazing views of mountains and meadows. The waterfalls and pools were a...
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Allison
June 29th, 2023
The ferry trip down Komani Lake was unforgetable, the alpine meadows, walk over theValboni Pass,the local people we met.
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null
July 12th, 2023
Every day was a highlight! Also, the accommodation was better than expected.
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Mark
July 17th, 2023
The walks, with the exception of the one into Thethi valley on day 5 (where the tour leader suggested an alternative,...
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Rosie
July 21st, 2023
The long walking day - Valbona to Theth
Traveled in July 2023
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Asked on August 16th, 2024
I'm interested in this trip but not sure I can do some of the long hikes (like 6.7 miles). How do you deal with that? Would I be able to turn around on my own? Is there a support vehicle?
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- Explore!Operator•Written August 2024
  Regarding the walks - it is unlikely that the tour leader would want you to turn round on your own in the middle of a walk. It is better to discuss the walk with the tour leader prior to setting off to assess if you are able to make the walk. On some days when staying in the same hotel for a few days, you can decide to opt out of the walk and stay around the hotel if you think it would be too demanding. When we move from hotel to hotel there will be a support vehicle transferring the luggage - so on those days if you didn't want to walk you could go with the transfer vehicle.
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Keith
Asked on December 13th, 2023
Are there any areas of exposed hiking. I have difficulty with heights.
Tour Details
- Explore!Operator•Written December 2023
  Walks are over 5 days for between 3 to 7 hours per day. Most walks are on well-defined footpaths, mountain trails and some dirt tracks. Walks are mainly along mountain trails, there will be some scree, rocky sections and steep climbs. Fit hikers will find the walks a satisfying day out, while less-fit hikers will find them challenging but manageable. This trip is appropriate for seasoned and first-time hikers who enjoy walking, have a good level of fitness and a good balance. It is not suitable for those with recurring hip or knee problems or those unstable on their feet. The maximum walking altitude for this tour is 1800 metres.
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Jan
Asked on April 29th, 2023
I'm interested in this trip and I'm wondering if it would be okay for me to arrive one day early and meet up with the group at the hotel when the tour starts? If yes, what is the name of the hotel that we will stay in the first night?
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Tour Details
- Explore!Operator•Written May 2023
  We can indeed arrange extra nights pre/post tour for you.
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Dean
Asked on April 28th, 2022
How many people are registrated on this tour? Can you tell me about the ages of the members?
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- Explore!Operator•Written April 2022
  On the 19th June departure we have 11 people booked and 5 spaces available. The age range of those currently booked is 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s. There are 7 men and 4 women and there are 7 solo travellers.

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