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Hidden Valley Trek: Homestay Trekking & Southern Albania's Cultural Highlights (8 days)

8 days
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Start and end in Tirana
5.0
2 traveler reviews
Hidden Valley Trek: Homestay Trekking & Southern Albania's Cultural Highlights (8 days) - Zbulo - Discover Albania
  • Hiking & Trekking
  • Mountain Hikes
  • Group
  • Fully Guided
  • Personalized
Operator
Zbulo - Discover Albania
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 10
Age range 18 to 80
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Highlights

  • Explore Southern Albania's hidden villages
  • Hike through ancient caravan routes
  • Stay in traditional stone houses
  • Relax in Benja's warm sulfur springs
  • Discover Gjirokaster, the City of Stone

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Albania!
  2. Day 2 Start Trekking into Hidden Zagoria Valley
  3. Day 3 A Life-Seeing Day in the Zagoria Villages
  4. Day 4 Follow in the Footsteps of Bill Tilman
  5. Day 5 Crossing over the Dhembel Pass (1.450m)
  6. Day 6 Discover the little known Wonders of Permet
  7. Day 7 Gjirokaster and onward to Tirana (or the Riviera)
  8. Day 8 Farewell from Albania
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  • Meals
  • Additional Services
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

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Operated by

Zbulo - Discover Albania

5.0
(19 reviews)

Number of tours

6

Age Range

18 to 80 years old

Response time

9 hours

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Hidden Valley Trek: Homestay Trekking & Southern Albania's Cultural Highlights (8 days) reviewer 1
    · October 20th, 2024
    Good organized excellent gids. Perfect trail
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    Trip date: October 2024
  • IG
    · September 26th, 2022
    Highly enjoyable trip with a strong sense of being well away from the more popular areas and seeing something of a hidden Albania. People were incredibly hospitable and the walking wasn't too strenuous. Highly recommended.
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    Zbulo - Discover Albania commented on this review
    Hello Ian, I'm glad you enjoyed our life-seeing adventure through the Zagoria Valley. We just created a new trail, the Vjosa to Osum Pathways and are inviting guests who have traveled with us before to be among the first to experience it. It would be... Show more
    Trip date: September 2022

Dates & Availability

8 days
Hidden Valley Trek: Homestay Trekking & Southern Albania's Cultural Highlights (8 days)
From Tirana to Tirana

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    Said

    Asked on February 4th, 2025

    How much local currency should I bring for personal expenses?

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    • Zbulo - Discover AlbaniaOperator•Written February 2025

      This varies depending on personal spending habits. It’s advisable to bring some local currency for purchases not included in the trip.

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    Susanna

    Asked on December 4th, 2024

    Is a private room upgrade available?

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    • Zbulo - Discover AlbaniaOperator•Written December 2024

      Yes, there's an optional private room upgrade available at hotels for an additional fee of €80 per single room.

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    Jacqueline

    Asked on November 19th, 2024

    Are meals included in the trip?

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    Oliver

    Asked on July 8th, 2024

    What should I take into consideration regarding luggage on the tour?

    Transport
    • Zbulo - Discover AlbaniaOperator•Written July 2024

      Luggage transport up to 15 kg per person in soft bags is included. Additional luggage can be stored at the hotel in Tirana for a small extra cost.

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    Froukje

    Asked on July 4th, 2024

    Is travel insurance included?

    Travel Support
    • Zbulo - Discover AlbaniaOperator•Written July 2024

      Travel insurance is not included in the tour package. It’s recommended that travelers obtain adequate insurance before departure.

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    Selina

    Asked on June 12th, 2024

    What group sizes are typical for these tours?

    Group size
    • Zbulo - Discover AlbaniaOperator•Written June 2024

      Group sizes can vary but typically include 8-10 travelers, ensuring a more personalized and enjoyable experience.

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    Emilia

    Asked on April 17th, 2024

    Do you recommend bringing hiking poles?

    Tour Details
    • Zbulo - Discover AlbaniaOperator•Written April 2024

      Hiking poles are recommended but not mandatory. Please note that hiking poles are not permitted as hand luggage on flights and must be placed in your checked luggage.

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    Karina

    Asked on March 21st, 2024

    Are transfer services available

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    • Zbulo - Discover AlbaniaOperator•Written March 2024

      Yes, transfer services between destinations are included as part of the tour package.

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    Javs

    Asked on February 15th, 2024

    Can I book a private tour?

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    • Zbulo - Discover AlbaniaOperator•Written February 2024

      Private tours can be arranged and are subject to availability and different pricing. Please inquire for more details.

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    Hans

    Asked on November 7th, 2023

    If I have a question before booking, can I speak to someone directly?

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    • Zbulo - Discover AlbaniaOperator•Written November 2023

      Direct communication pre-booking isn't permitted on the platform. You can use the chat feature for any queries or google our website to find contact information for direct communication.

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 190079

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  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

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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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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before August 1st, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 1st, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Zbulo - Discover Albania. 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 60 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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