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Hiking the Albanian Alps

8 days
Start and end in Tirana
4.5
39 traveler reviews
Hiking the Albanian Alps - Explore!
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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
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Age range 16 to 85
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Highlights

  • Spend time getting to know the locals in Theth village
  • Indulge in a traditional lunch cooked by the locals
  • Crusie the Koman Lake in its stunning natural beauty
  • Explore the spectacular landscapes of the Albanian Alps

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Join trip at Tirana Airport, transfer to Shkoder
  2. Day 2 Drive to Koman Lake, boat ride through scenic channels. Drive to Valbona via riverside walk
  3. Day 3 Hiking in Valbona National Park
  4. Day 4 Hiking in Valbona National Park
  5. Day 5 Hike the Valbona Pass to Theth National Park
  6. Day 6 Exploring the Theth Valley
  7. Day 7 Drive to Tirana, explore the city on foot
  8. Day 8 Trip ends in Tirana
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Where You'll Stay

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    4.6
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    4.8
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  • A
    · May 29th, 2023
    The walk over the Valbona pass
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    Trip date: May 2023
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  • A
    · May 29th, 2023
    Velbona Pass Wild flower meadows Thethi Food - quality & amount!!
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  • A
    · May 30th, 2023
    The highlights were the scenery and visiting the local peoples farm/houses for lunch. The scenery was outstanding.
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    Trip date: May 2023
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  • A
    · May 31st, 2023
    Meadow flowers in May; Stunning Alpine landscape; Unspoilt scenery; Meeting the locals; Challenging walking on high pastures.
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    Trip date: May 2023
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  • A
    · June 6th, 2023
    1. The views were spectacular 2. Hiking into Theth National Park 3. Trying local food, especially Byrek 4. Farewell dinner
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    Trip date: May 2023
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  • A
    · June 27th, 2023
    Valbonne pass, although tiring, had some amazing views of mountains and meadows. The waterfalls and pools were a lovely way to finish the final hiking day
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    Trip date: June 2023
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  • A
    · June 29th, 2023
    The ferry trip down Komani Lake was unforgetable, the alpine meadows, walk over theValboni Pass,the local people we met.
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    Trip date: June 2023
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  • A
    · July 12th, 2023
    Every day was a highlight! Also, the accommodation was better than expected.
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  • A
    · July 17th, 2023
    The walks, with the exception of the one into Thethi valley on day 5 (where the tour leader suggested an alternative, very difficult walk which he was unfamiliar with), were all very good. The scenery in Albania is one of its greatest assets. The guest house and it’s location in Valbona was very good.
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    Trip date: July 2023
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  • A
    · July 21st, 2023
    The long walking day - Valbona to Theth
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    Trip date: July 2023
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8 days
Hiking the Albanian Alps
From Tirana to Tirana

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  • R

    Rose

    Asked on August 16th, 2024

    I'm interested in this trip but not sure I can do some of the long hikes (like 6.7 miles). How do you deal with that? Would I be able to turn around on my own? Is there a support vehicle?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten August 2024

      Regarding the walks - it is unlikely that the tour leader would want you to turn round on your own in the middle of a walk. It is better to discuss the walk with the tour leader prior to setting off to assess if you are able to make the walk. On some days when staying in the same hotel for a few days, you can decide to opt out of the walk and stay around the hotel if you think it would be too demanding. When we move from hotel to hotel there will be a support vehicle transferring the luggage - so on those days if you didn't want to walk you could go with the transfer vehicle.

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    Keith

    Asked on December 13th, 2023

    Are there any areas of exposed hiking. I have difficulty with heights.

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten December 2023

      Walks are over 5 days for between 3 to 7 hours per day. Most walks are on well-defined footpaths, mountain trails and some dirt tracks. Walks are mainly along mountain trails, there will be some scree, rocky sections and steep climbs. Fit hikers will find the walks a satisfying day out, while less-fit hikers will find them challenging but manageable. This trip is appropriate for seasoned and first-time hikers who enjoy walking, have a good level of fitness and a good balance. It is not suitable for those with recurring hip or knee problems or those unstable on their feet. The maximum walking altitude for this tour is 1800 metres.

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    Jan

    Asked on April 29th, 2023

    I'm interested in this trip and I'm wondering if it would be okay for me to arrive one day early and meet up with the group at the hotel when the tour starts? If yes, what is the name of the hotel that we will stay in the first night?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten May 2023

      We can indeed arrange extra nights pre/post tour for you.

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    Dean

    Asked on April 28th, 2022

    How many people are registrated on this tour? Can you tell me about the ages of the members?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten April 2022

      On the 19th June departure we have 11 people booked and 5 spaces available. The age range of those currently booked is 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s. There are 7 men and 4 women and there are 7 solo travellers.

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    • 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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