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Hiking the Albanian Alps

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Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
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Itinerary

  1. 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 (dedicated to Cold War surveillance)
    • Explore Pazari i Ri open-air market
    Landmarks
    House of Leaves
    Pazari i Ri
    Tirana International Airport (TIA)
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  2. 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
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  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. Day 5

    Valbona Pass to Theth National Park

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Guesthouse (Pisha Villa), Hotel (Bujtina Berishta Theth (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Challenging hike (15 kilometres/9.3 miles) over Valbona Pass to Theth National Park
    • Hike to Valbona Springs
    • Walk through alpine pastures
    • Views from Valbona Pass at heart of Accursed Massif
    • Descent through fir and beech forest to Theth valley

    Optional Activities

    • Coffee bar rest stop at end of ascent (available along route)
    Landmarks
    Valbona Pass
    Valbona Springs
    Theth National Park
    Radohima
    Harapit
    Rrogam
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  6. 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
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  7. 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
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  8. 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
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  • A
    May 29th, 2023
    3.8
    The walk over the Valbona pass
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  • A
    May 29th, 2023
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    Velbona Pass Wild flower meadows Thethi Food - quality & amount!!
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  • A
    May 30th, 2023
    4.8
    The highlights were the scenery and visiting the local peoples farm/houses for lunch. The scenery was outstanding.
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  • A
    May 31st, 2023
    4.2
    Meadow flowers in May; Stunning Alpine landscape; Unspoilt scenery; Meeting the locals; Challenging walking on high...
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    June 6th, 2023
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    1. The views were spectacular 2. Hiking into Theth National Park 3. Trying local food, especially Byrek 4. Farewell...
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    Traveled in May 2023
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    June 27th, 2023
    4.5
    Valbonne pass, although tiring, had some amazing views of mountains and meadows. The waterfalls and pools were a...
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  • A
    June 29th, 2023
    4.3
    The ferry trip down Komani Lake was unforgetable, the alpine meadows, walk over theValboni Pass,the local people we met.
    Traveled in June 2023
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  • A
    July 12th, 2023
    4.7
    Every day was a highlight! Also, the accommodation was better than expected.
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  • A
    July 17th, 2023
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    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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    July 21st, 2023
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    The long walking day - Valbona to Theth
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    Rose

    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!OperatorWritten 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.

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten 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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    • Explore!OperatorWritten 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!OperatorWritten 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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