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Skiing around Lake Van 8 Days

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Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 3 - 12
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Tirana to Himarë

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner - Albanian cuisine)

    Included Activities

    • Group transfer from Tirana city center with airport pickup
    • Scenic drive along Ionian Sea coast with guide commentary on highlights including Vjosa River, Narta Lagoon, and Bay of Vlora
    • Welcome dinner
    Landmarks
    Vjosa River
    Narta Lagoon
    Bay of Vlora
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  2. Day 2

    Kudhës - Qeparo - Borsh

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Light meal at village taverna), Lunch (Lunch box), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive along Ionian Sea bays to Kudhës
    • Guided hike through Kudhës village to Qeparo via olive groves and coastal path
    • Light meal at village taverna
    • Transfer to Borsh or alternative route to Qeparo beach with swimming
    • Optional stop at Porto Palermo to view Ali Pasha Tepelena's fortress

    Optional Activities

    • Refreshing swim at Qeparo beach (if guide chooses alternative route)
    • Extend hike with visit to Ali Pasha Tepelena's fortress at Porto Palermo
    Landmarks
    Ali Pasha Tepelena's Fortress
    Porto Palermo
  3. Day 3

    Vuno - Jal - Aquarium - Livadhi - Himarë

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch box)

    Included Activities

    • Guided hike through Vuno village streets
    • Hike through olive groves and Mediterranean scrub to Jal
    • Visit Aquarium bay with swimming opportunity
    • Red-colored coastal path walk to Livadhi beach with swimming opportunity
    • Hike return to Himarë

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming and rest breaks at Aquarium bay
    • Swimming and rest at Livadhi beach
    • Alternative route from Vuno to Gjipe beach (shorter walk)
    Landmarks
    Vuno
    Aquarium Bay
    Livadhi Beach
  4. Day 4

    Pilur - Himarë

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Drive up mountain road to Pilur village at 700 meters elevation
    • Guided hike via old caravan route through gorge with oregano and mint scents
    • Walk through ancient pine forest
    • Exploration of old town of Himarë with medieval alleyways and Cyclopean walls
    • Descent on cobblestone donkey paths to coastal secluded bays

    Optional Activities

    • Alternative route from Lukovë via Lavan Pass to Piqeras (available based on conditions)
    Landmarks
    Pilur
    Himarë Old Town
    Cyclopean Walls of Himarë
  5. Day 5

    Lukovë - Bunec Beach - Borsh

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch box), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Walk through Lukovë village narrow streets
    • Hike through extensive olive groves with historical terraced slopes
    • Visit quiet southern section of Bunec beach
    • Coastal path walk with views of turquoise water
    • Reach Borsh, the longest beach on the Riviera with swimming opportunity
    • Transfer back to hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Refreshing swim at Bunec beach
    • Refreshing swim and cool drink at Borsh beach
    Landmarks
    Lukovë
    Bunec Beach
    Borsh Beach
  6. Day 6

    Llogara Pass - Thanasi Ridge - Gjipali - Llogara National Park

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch box), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Drive to Llogara Pass at 1,043 meters
    • Steady ascent to radio towers on Thanasi ridge
    • Hike over rocky Thanasi ridge with panoramic views
    • Climb to Gjipali summit at 1,446 meters with snack break
    • Descent through Deep Pass and alpine pasture
    • Walk through Llogara National Park to mountain hotel
    • Relaxation time at mountain hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Ascent to Gjipali summit (may be omitted in bad weather)
    • Short evening walk in mountain area
    Landmarks
    Llogara Pass
    Qorre Peak
    Cika Peak
    Thanasi Ridge
    Gjipali
    Karaburun Peninsula
    Llogara National Park
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  7. Day 7

    Llogara Pass - Qorre Saddle - Tirana

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (High-altitude picnic and local specialty sheep's yogurt with honey and walnuts), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Transfer to Llogara Pass starting point at 1,043 meters
    • Guided hike through ancient snakeskin pine forest
    • Zigzagging shepherd's path with altitude gains
    • Reach Dhjopuri saddle at 1,600 meters with panoramic views
    • High-altitude picnic break
    • Sample local specialty sheep's yogurt with honey and walnuts at panoramic restaurant
    • Final refreshment at beer garden restaurant at the pass
    • Transfer to Tirana

    Optional Activities

    • Extended hike to Qorre summit at 2,018 meters (approximately additional 550 m ascent, 1,000 m descent) for more challenging experience
    • Shorter hike returning to panoramic restaurant instead of extending to summit
    Landmarks
    Llogara Pass
    Qorre Peak
    Dhjopuri Saddle
    Karaburun Peninsula
  8. Day 8

    Tirana

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • 30-minute transfer to airport or long-distance bus station

    Optional Activities

    • Last stroll through Tirana city streets
    • Coffee at street café
    • Shopping at New Bazaar for culinary souvenirs
    • Visit Bunk'Art 2 museum dedicated to communist era
    • Visit House of Leaves museum dedicated to communist era
    Landmarks
    Skanderbeg Square
    New Bazaar
    Bunk'Art 2
    House of Leaves
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