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Hidden Valley Trek: Homestay Trekking & Southern Albania's Cultural Highlights (8 days)

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Tirana or Saranda to Southern Albania

    Tirana or Saranda to Southern Albania
    Start point
    Tirana, Albania (Tirana City Center, Bus Station or Airport - departure 15:00 at the latest. Optional from Saranda.)
    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Home-stay

    Optional Activities

    • Private transfer from Saranda (Corfu)
    • Additional nights at the guesthouse before or after the trek
  3. Day 2

    Zagoria Mountain Trek

    Zagoria Mountain Trek
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Home-stay

    Included Activities

    • Guided trek to Limar (11 km, 5 hours 30 minutes)
    • Crossing of Ali Pasha's Ottoman stone bridge
    • Village exploration and local interaction
    Landmarks
    Mt Strakavec
    Vjosa River
    Kala
    Limar
  4. Day 3

    Stone Villages and Doshnica Waterfall

    Stone Villages and Doshnica Waterfall
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Home-stay

    Included Activities

    • Guided trek through mountain villages (14.5 km, 6 hours 30 minutes)
    • Visit to Doshnica Waterfall
    • Visit to Church of the Holy Apostles
    • Local interaction and rural lifestyle experience
    Landmarks
    Church of the Holy Apostles
    Doshnica Waterfall
    Zagoria River
    Hoshteve
  5. Day 4

    Mountain Villages and Sheper

    Mountain Villages and Sheper
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Home-stay

    Included Activities

    • Guided trek connecting mountain villages (12.5 km, 5 hours)
    • Visit to monastery
    • Village exploration and time with local family

    Optional Activities

    • Detour to Ali Pasha's last stone bridge
    • Visit to village museum
    Landmarks
    Mt. Cajupi
    Nivan
    Vithuq
    Koncka
    Sheper
  6. Day 5

    Dhembel-Nemercke Range to Permet

    Dhembel-Nemercke Range to Permet
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel

    Included Activities

    • Guided trek across Dhembel-Nemercke Range (10 km, 7 hours)
    • Visit to Leuse village and fresco-covered church
    Landmarks
    Mt. Cajupi
    Dhembel Pass
    Leuse
    Permit
  7. Day 6

    Sopot Waterfall and Benja Thermal Springs

    Sopot Waterfall and Benja Thermal Springs
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    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel

    Included Activities

    • Guided trek to Sopot Waterfall (6 km, 3 hours)
    • Visit to Langarica Canyon entrance
    • Soaking in Benja thermal pools

    Optional Activities

    • River canyon exploration on foot at Benja
    Landmarks
    Sopot Waterfall
    Vjosa River
    Nemercka Range
    Langarica Canyon
    Benja Thermal Springs
  8. Day 7

    Gjirokaster to Tirana

    Gjirokaster to Tirana
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Gjirokaster Castle
    • Exploration of old town streets and historic mansions
    • Visit to Skanderbeg Square in Tirana
    • Visit to Blloku district in Tirana

    Optional Activities

    • Guided hike through upper quarters of Gjirokaster
    • Extended stay at Albanian Riviera instead of returning to Tirana
    Landmarks
    Gjirokaster Castle
    Gjirokaster Old Town
    Skanderbeg Square
    Blloku District
  9. Day 8

    Depart Tirana

    Depart Tirana
    End point
    Tirana, Albania (Take the group transfer to Tirana or ask us about individual transfers & extensions )
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore New Bazar
    • Visit Bunkart 2 museum (communist era)
    • Visit House of Leaves museum (communist era)
    • Explore Tirana cafés and bars
    Landmarks
    New Bazar
    Bunkart 2
    House of Leaves
    Skanderbeg Square

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Where You'll Stay

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Traveler Moments

  • Hikers resting beside an old, worn-out vehicle in a rural setting.
  • Hikers taking a break on a rocky trail with a dog.
  • Twisted tree trunks in a forest.
  • Wall with a nest and a device attached.
  • Waterfall and a blue water pool amidst rocky terrain.
  • Packhorse and a group of hikers on a rocky trail.
  • Historic stone bridge over a shallow river with people nearby.
  • Group of people posing in front of a traditional stone house.
  • Dog resting on grassy terrain with some stone structures in the distance.
  • Stone wall with a beam of light entering.
  • Group of hikers posing with a mountain backdrop.
  • Group of people sitting on a porch during a meal.
  • Vintage bicycle inside a stone-walled room.
  • People working on a rooftop in a rustic setting.
  • Group of people sharing a meal outdoors under a wooden shelter.

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  • Food
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  • Arie
    Arie5.0•October 2024
    Led by Erilda
    Good organized excellent gids. Perfect trail
    • Group of hikers posing with a mountain backdrop.
    • Hikers resting beside an old, worn-out vehicle in a rural setting.
    • Wall with a nest and a device attached.
    • Twisted tree trunks in a forest.
    • Waterfall and a blue water pool amidst rocky terrain.
    • Stone wall with a beam of light entering.
    • Hikers taking a break on a rocky trail with a dog.
    • Group of people posing in front of a traditional stone house.
    • Packhorse and a group of hikers on a rocky trail.
    • Group of people sitting on a porch during a meal.
    • Dog resting on grassy terrain with some stone structures in the distance.
    • Historic stone bridge over a shallow river with people nearby.
    • Vintage bicycle inside a stone-walled room.
    • Group of people sharing a meal outdoors under a wooden shelter.
    • People working on a rooftop in a rustic setting.
    Traveled in October 2024
  • Ian5.0•September 2022
    Highly enjoyable trip with a strong sense of being well away from the more popular areas and seeing something of a...
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    Traveled in September 2022
    Reply from: Zbulo - Discover Albania
    Hello Ian, I'm glad you enjoyed our life-seeing adventure through the Zagoria Valley. We just created a new trail, the Vjosa to Osum Pathways and are inviting guests who have traveled with us before to be among the first to experience it. It would be great to have you back! Ricardo
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    Asked on September 10th, 2026

    I want to travel to Albania, so I need to book a tour. However, I require an invitation letter along with this booking for my visa application.

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    How much local currency should I bring for personal expenses?

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      This varies depending on personal spending habits. It’s advisable to bring some local currency for purchases not included in the trip.

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      Yes, there's an optional private room upgrade available at hotels for an additional fee of €80 per single room.

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      Luggage transport up to 15 kg per person in soft bags is included. Additional luggage can be stored at the hotel in Tirana for a small extra cost.

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      Group sizes can vary but typically include 8-10 travelers, ensuring a more personalized and enjoyable experience.

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      Hiking poles are recommended but not mandatory. Please note that hiking poles are not permitted as hand luggage on flights and must be placed in your checked luggage.

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    Are transfer services available

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      Yes, transfer services between destinations are included as part of the tour package.

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