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Self-Guided Hiking Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 5 days

5 days
Start and end in Tirana
5.0
4 traveler reviews
Self-Guided Hiking Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 5 days - Choose Balkans
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Plan your adventure:
  • Hiking & Trekking
Guided in English
Age range 12 to 80
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Highlights

  • Embark on a unique hiking tour that combines pristine nature with local folklore and traditions in
  • the Albanian Alps
  • Hike to Grunas Waterfall, a stunning natural cascade nestled in the heart of Theth.
  • Get ready for the highlight of this trip, Trekking from Theth to Valbona for 6-8 hours
  • Enjoy the natural wonders of Valbona Valley, including the unique "Piramida18"
  • Experience the breathtaking beauty of Komani Lake, hailed by Bradt Travel Guides as “one of
  • the World’s greatest boat trips.”

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Tirana / Shkodra – Theth – Blue Eye – Theth
  2. Day 2 Theth – Grunas Waterfall – Theth
  3. Day 3 Theth National Park – Valbona Pass – Valbona Valley National Park
  4. Day 4 Valbona Valley – “Piramida 18” – Valbona Valley
  5. Day 5 Valbona Valley - Komani Lake – Shkoder or Tirana
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Guide
  • Insurance
  • Meals
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

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Number of tours

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Age Range

2 to 90 years old

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.7
  • 4.9
  • MP
    · October 30th, 2024
    The country is beautiful. The people are very nice. Our guide company was very attentive and accommodating.
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    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your feedback Mary, we are glad to hear that you had a wonderful time exploring the the Albanian Alps. We hope to see you all again some time! Best regards, Choose Balkans Team
    Trip date: September 2024
  • WS
    · August 9th, 2024
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    A wonderful tour with scenic highlights and absolutely friendly hosts. Very well organized and everything went smoothly thanks to Brikena.
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    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Dear Wolfgang, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was an absolute pleasure to host your group of five during the incredible five-day hiking adventure through the Peaks of the Balkans. We’re thrilled to hear that Brikena’s assistance helped... Show more
    Trip date: August 2024
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    · August 9th, 2024
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    A wonderful tour with scenic highlights and absolutely friendly hosts.
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    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Thank you for your kind words. We are proud to say that the hospitality in Albania is in fact one of the best in the world and we are glad you experienced this while on your wonderful tour of Northern Albania. We hope you had a wonderful time trekking... Show more
    Trip date: August 2024
  • H
    · November 20th, 2023
    We arrived on monday at Tirana and met Sirma at...
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    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Hello Hailey Thank you for such a wonderful review. We are glad to hear that you have enjoyed your tour with us. Thank you for sharing your adventure with us! Looking forward to welcome you soon. Kind Regards , Choose Balkans Team
    Trip date: April 2023

Dates & Availability

5 days
Self-Guided Hiking Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 5 days
From Tirana to Tirana

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What our customers ask about this tour

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    Megan

    Asked on March 10th, 2025

    Are private rooms available in guesthouses?

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    • Choose BalkansOperatorWritten March 2025

      Private rooms are possible for an extra charge of 40 euros per night, depending on availability.

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    Jessica

    Asked on March 7th, 2025

    Can we start our tour in Tirana and finish in Shkodra?

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    • Choose BalkansOperatorWritten March 2025

      Yes, it is possible to start in Tirana and end the tour in Shkodra.

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    Azhar

    Asked on January 28th, 2025

    What should we do if our flight arrives late?

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    • Choose BalkansOperatorWritten January 2025

      You may need to spend the day in Tirana and start the tour the following day if you arrive too late.

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    Fatemeh

    Asked on January 11th, 2025

    Is it necessary to bring a sleeping bag?

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    • Choose BalkansOperatorWritten January 2025

      Sleeping bags are typically not needed as accommodation is provided in guesthouses.

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    Erich

    Asked on January 4th, 2025

    What should we pack for the hiking tour?

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    • Choose BalkansOperatorWritten January 2025

      We recommend packing light, with comfortable hiking clothes and essentials only.

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    Victor

    Asked on October 15th, 2024

    I am wondering how it makes a difference that this trip is 'self-guided'. Will there still be a group that you can walk with?

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    • Choose BalkansOperatorWritten October 2024

      With the Self Guided hike, you will hike independently however of course there will be other hikers around in the Alps. We would not organise a group from our behalf though you are welcome to make friends along the way once there.

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    Céline

    Asked on September 17th, 2024

    What meals are included in the tour?

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    • Choose BalkansOperatorWritten September 2024

      Breakfast is included for all overnights, but lunches and dinners are not.

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    Brenda

    Asked on August 30th, 2024

    does this come with a tour guide/what type of tour is this? Would be looking at summer 2025 perhaps, and do you know where is best to fly into?

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    • Choose BalkansOperatorWritten August 2024

      this tour is Self-Guided which means that you will be hiking on your own, however our team will give you all instructions. We can organize this as either a self-guided or a guided tour. We would suggest checking flights to Tirana.

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    Marion El Pharaon

    Asked on August 12th, 2024

    Do we need to bring our own food?

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    • Choose BalkansOperatorWritten August 2024

      Lunches and dinners are not included, so you should plan to bring or purchase your meals.

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    Laetitia

    Asked on July 13th, 2024

    Can we store our non-light luggage safely?

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    • Choose BalkansOperatorWritten July 2024

      There are luggage storage options available in Tirana where you can leave your heavier bags.

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Tour ID: 240858

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Albania. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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    • For any tour departing before July 30th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 30th, 2025, a minimum payment of 50% is required to confirm your booking with Choose Balkans. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 67 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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