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Self-Guided Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 4 Days

4 days
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Hiking & Trekking
Conquer epic trails and breathtaking landscapes
Self-guided
Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Tirana/Shkodra to Theth

    Tirana/Shkodra to Theth
    Start point
    Rruga Muhamet Gjollesha 3, 1000 Tiranë, Albania (Please make sure to arrive at the meeting point on time to catch the local transportation. (Details provided at the time of booking) , 05:20 - 05:30)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive through northern Albania with views of Shkodra Lake and Albanian Alps
    • Hike to Blue Eye spring (approximately 3 hours one way or 1 hour with optional local transport)
    • Visit to Old Church in Theth village
    • Visit to Lock-in Tower in Theth village

    Optional Activities

    • Local transportation from Theth Village to Nderlysaj (5-7 euros per person)
    • Transfer from hotel to meeting point in Tirana or Shkodra on day 1
    Landmarks
    Blue Eye
    Qafa e Thores
    Old Church of Theth
    Lock-in Tower
    Shkodra Lake
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  3. Day 2

    Theth

    Theth
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Grunas Waterfall (approximately 1 hour from Theth village center)
    • Visit to Grunas Waterfall
    Landmarks
    Grunas Waterfall
    Theth National Park
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  4. Day 3

    Theth to Valbona Valley

    Theth to Valbona Valley

    Included Activities

    • Trek from Theth to Valbona Valley via Valbona Pass
    • Views at Valbona Pass of Peaks of the Balkans and Accursed Mountains
    Landmarks
    Valbona Pass
    Valbona Valley National Park
    Peaks of the Balkans
    Accursed Mountains
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  5. Day 4

    Valbona to Tirana/Shkodra

    Valbona to Tirana/Shkodra
    End point
    Rruga Asim Vokshi, 1000 Tiranë, Albania (In Tirana/Shkoder, you'll be dropped off at the bus station; from there, you can make your own way to your hotel by bus or taxi (not included). , 19:00 - 20:00)

    Included Activities

    • Boat journey through Komani Lake with scenic views of waterfalls, villages, forests, and Albanian Alps
    • Local transport from Komani dam area to Tirana/Shkodra via bumpy roads
    • Views of Vau i Dejes Lake during return journey

    Optional Activities

    • Transfer from bus station drop-off point to hotel in Tirana or Shkodra
    Landmarks
    Komani Lake
    Vau i Dejes Lake
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4.9
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  • Itinerary
    5.0
  • Transport
    4.8
  • Guide
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  • Accommodation
    4.9
  • Food
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  • Maria5.0September 2026
    Birkena was fantastic, was always kind to follow up and check in to ensure that everything was going smoothly. A s a...
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    Thank you so much, Maria Carolina, for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that Birkena’s support and check-ins gave you peace of mind throughout your solo journey. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back to Albania soon! Warm regards, Choose Balkans Team
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  • Ben5.0September 2026
    Led by Brikena
    The hike was very well organised and Brikena (our contact from Choose Balkans) was quick to respond with helpful...
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  • Matthew5.0September 2026
    Great little break in the Albanian Mountains. Organisers were very helpful and quick to respond to any queries. Some...
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    Hello, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We look forward to welcoming you again in our tours. Best regards, Choose Balkans Team
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  • Godwin5.0August 2026
    Right from the start, Choose Balkans stood out compared to all the other tour companies I had tried to contact. They...
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    Hello, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We look forward to welcoming you again in our tours. Best regards, Choose Balkans Team
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    Alban5.0July 2026
    Excellent self-guided tour! Everything was well organized, the instructions were clear, and the entire experience was...
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    Hello, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We look forward to welcoming you again in our tours. Best regards, Choose Balkans Team
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  • Christina5.0May 2026
    We had an amazing 8-day trip in Albania. We started with 2 nights in Tirana, which was very enjoyable and gave us...
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    Hello, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We look forward to welcoming you again in our tours. Best regards, Choose Balkans Team
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  • C5.0May 2026
    We had a great experience. Brikena arranged a five day itinerary for us including the travel and accommodation as...
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    Hello, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We look forward to welcoming you again in our tours. Best regards, Choose Balkans Team
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  • Gustav5.0July 2025
    Gifted my sister this trip for her 30th birthday. She had never hiked before, but loved it! The scenes were amazing...
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    Reply from: Choose Balkans
    Dear Gustav, Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We are happy to hear that your sister loved the trip, especially since it was her first hike. The views and challenges definitely make it all worthwhile! We’re glad everything went smoothly with the planning, and it’s great to know the team at Choose Balkans (especially Brikena) helped make the logistics seamless. We hope to see you both back for another adventure soon! Best Regards, Choose Balkans Team
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  • Neeraj5.0July 2025
    Would strongly recommend Brikena and Choose Balkans. Everything was organised for us and Brikena was very responsive...
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    Dear Neeraj, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are happy to hear that you had such a great experience. It’s fantastic to know that the organization of the trip allowed you to fully enjoy the stunning hikes and authentic guesthouses. Albania really does offer a unique and beautiful experience. Thanks again for recommending us! Best Regards, Choose Balkans Team
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  • Khushaal5.0July 2025
    This was an excellent tour with very helpful and responsive staff. Brikena in particular was amazing. She regularly...
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    Dear Khushaal, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear that you had such a memorable experience. We’re so glad everything went smoothly for you, and we really appreciate you recommending the tour. Best Regards, Choose Balkans Team
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