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Self-Guided Alps Explorer - A Journey Through the Highlights of the Albanian Alps (8 Days)

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Start and end in Tirana
5.0 (5 reviews)

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Hiking & Trekking
Conquer epic trails and breathtaking landscapes
Self-guided
Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
High Intensity
Travelers should be in very good physical condition and expect continuous demanding activities
Guided in English
Ages 18+
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Tirana/Podgorica to Shkodra

    Tirana/Podgorica to Shkodra
    Start point
    Tiranë, Tirana, Albania ( Tirana: City/Airport TIA/Main Bus Terminal , 08:00 - 20:00)

    Included Activities

    • Airport pickup and transfer to Shkodra
    • Tour briefing and materials collection

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming in Lake Shkodra
    • Visit Rozafa Castle
    • Explore the bazaar
    • Visit Marubi photo library
    • Evening meal at local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Rozafa Castle
    Lake Shkodra
    Marubi Photo Library
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 2

    Shkodra to Valbona National Park

    Shkodra to Valbona National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Hearty home-cooked meal)

    Included Activities

    • Drive through Drin Gorges to Koman Lake
    • Boat ride on Koman Lake with local pickups
    • Transfer to Valbona National Park village
    • Warm-up walk following crystal-clear stream through beech forest

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming break at river or pond
    Landmarks
    Koman Lake
    Valbona National Park
    Drin Gorges
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  4. Day 3

    Kukaj Hike

    Kukaj Hike
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Kukaj hamlet

    Optional Activities

    • Climb to ancient border crossing at 2,045m
    Landmarks
    Kukaj
    Jezerca
  5. Day 4

    Valbona to Theth via Valbona Pass

    Valbona to Theth via Valbona Pass
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Hike across Valbona Pass (1,811m)
    • Mule porter service for luggage
    Landmarks
    Valbona Pass
    Mt. Arapi
    Theth
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  6. Day 5

    Optional Hikes

    Optional Hikes
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Hike to Peja Pass at northern end of valley
    • Panoramic hike to Meadows of Denelli
    • Explore village and relax
    Landmarks
    Peja Pass
    Meadows of Denelli
    Mt. Arapi
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  7. Day 6

    Grunas Waterfall & Kanun History

    Grunas Waterfall & Kanun History
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Walk through Theth village
    • Visit iconic church
    • Learn about Kanun at lock-in tower
    • Hike to Grunas waterfall
    • Hike along bridle path to Nderlysa

    Optional Activities

    • Visit stone-aged terraces
    • Sample fruits in garden
    • Learn about beekeeping
    • Swim in stone pools
    Landmarks
    Grunas Waterfall
    Grunas Canyon
    Theth Church
    Lock-in Tower
  8. Day 7

    Nderlysa to Shkodra to Tirana

    Nderlysa to Shkodra to Tirana
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Hike through canyon to Blue Eye spring
    • Public minibus transfer across Terthoria Pass through Valley of Boge and along Lake Shkodra
    • Transfer from Shkodra to Tirana hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming at Blue Eye
    • Extend hike to abandoned hamlet
    • Private 4x4 transfer in morning instead of minibus (notify in advance)
    Landmarks
    Blue Eye Spring
    Lake Shkodra
    Terthoria Pass
    Valley of Boge
  9. Day 8

    Tirana Departure

    Tirana Departure
    End point
    Tiranë, Tirana, Albania ( Tirana: City/Airport TIA/Main Bus Terminal , 08:00 - 20:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Airport transfer

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll to explore capital city center
    • Shop at New Bazar
    • Visit Bunkart 2 museum
    • Visit House of Leaves museum
    • Explore Skanderbeg Square area
    Landmarks
    Skanderbeg Square
    New Bazar
    Bunkart 2
    House of Leaves

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Rating
5.0 (25 reviews)
Response time
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  • Jeff5.0•September 2024
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    Traveled in August 2024
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    Tamsin5.0•October 2023
    Best trip I've ever taken
    Traveled in September 2023
  • Tamsin5.0•October 2023
    Best trip I've ever been on
    Traveled in September 2023
  • Sonia5.0•October 2022
    We thoroughly enjoyed our 8-day Self-Guided tour of northern Albania. All went smoothly from the hand-over documents...
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    Traveled in October 2022
  • Gaëlle
    Gaëlle5.0•July 2021
    Our self guided hiking trip organised by Zbulo was perfectly organised, they are very responsive and arranging :) It...
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    Traveled in July 2021
    Reply from: Zbulo - Discover Albania
    Thanks for your feedback Gaëlle! I'm glad you found our road book for individual hikers useful and that the GPS with prerecorded trails added value. We would be happy to welcome you back for our Hidden Valley Trek in Southern Albania or to test one of upcoming new self-guided adventures. Warm regards :)
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