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

4 days
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Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
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. Day 1

    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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  2. Day 2

    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
  3. Day 3

    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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  4. Day 4

    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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  • Transport
    4.6
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.8
  • Food
    4.2
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  • G
    July 31st, 2025
    5
    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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    Traveled in July 2025
    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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    July 31st, 2025
    5
    Would strongly recommend Brikena and Choose Balkans. Everything was organised for us and Brikena was very responsive...
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    Reply from: Choose Balkans
    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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    July 31st, 2025
    5
    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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  • Self-Guided Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 4 Days reviewer 4
    July 20th, 2025
    5
    We had a really great experience! The tour was well organized, our accommodations were very nice, and the hiking...
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    Reply from: Choose Balkans
    Dear Louisa, Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We hope to welcome you back in the future! Best regards, Choose Balkans Team
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  • V
    September 19th, 2024
    5
    The tour takes you past some of the most stunning parts of north Albania, it was gorgeous and the guesthouses we...
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    Traveled in September 2024
    Reply from: Choose Balkans
    Dear Vera, it is so wonderful to see you enjoyed this beautiful part of the world with our help on your Self-Guided tour! As you noticed, we are here to support you day to day to ensure you had a smooth and seamless journey with us. We truly hope to welcome you back on your next adventure to make some more memories. Best Regards, Choose Balkans Team
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  • Self-Guided Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 4 Days reviewer 6
    August 14th, 2024
    5
    We enjoyed a lot this self-guided hiking tour. I'd like to thank Choose Balkans' team and Brikena specifically...
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    Traveled in August 2024
    Reply from: Choose Balkans
    Dear Javi, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the self-guided hiking tour and that Brikena 's assistance enhanced your experience.. We’re glad you loved the hikes, the places you discovered, and the people you met along the way. Your recommendation means a lot to us! We all hope to welcome you back in the Balkans. Happy travels! ????
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  • Self-Guided Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 4 Days reviewer 7
    August 5th, 2024
    5
    Perfectly organized tour that takes te worries away from you. The self guided aspect is really nice because you can...
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    Traveled in July 2024
    Reply from: Choose Balkans
    Hello Stijn, we are very happy you enjoyed your Self Guided hiking tour in the North! As you mention, the beauty of these tours is to go at your own pace and take as much time as you need to soak in the nature. We hope to welcome you again some time soon for more Balkan delights. Best Regards, Choose Balkans Team
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  • J
    July 31st, 2024
    5
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    It was a very well organized trip with daily contact with the organization. We had no worries about places to stay....
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    Reply from: Choose Balkans
    Hi Juul, Thank you for your great review! We’re thrilled to hear that you found the trip to Theth, Valbona, Koman Lake, and Shala River well-organized and that the daily contact with our team put your mind at ease. We’re glad everything went smoothly. We hope to welcome you back for more exploring some day. Best Regards, Choose Balkans Team Best regards, The Choose Balkans Team
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  • Self-Guided Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 4 Days reviewer 9
    June 17th, 2024
    5
    Choose Balkans were excellent before and during the self guided Tour of Theth and Valbona valleys. Brikena and the...
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    Reply from: Choose Balkans
    Thank you for your feedback Duncan, we are really glad you had an enjoyable time on your hike and hope to see you all again for some more trekking through the Balkans! Best Regards, Choose Balkans Team
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    June 17th, 2024
    4
    The Albanian Alps are a wonderful area to visit, the people are friendly and helpful. CB Tours did a great job of...
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    Reply from: Choose Balkans
    Thank you for your feedback, we are so glad to hear you had a great time exploring the Albanian Alps! Hope to see you again for some Peaks of the Balkans hiking! Best Regards, Choose Balkans Team
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