I plan to do the "Peaks of the Balkans Trail" route solo. Citizens of my country do not need visas, but I know that it is necessary to issue permits for crossing borders when hiking. However, I have come across information that permits are issued only for groups and not for individual travelers. Is it really true?

We have never come across information regarding not being able to issue solo travelers a permit so you will be ok to come along on the hike.

Is June 1 a confirmed departure?

We are happy to inform you that we have confirmed tour departe on 1st of June.

Does this tour depart on may?

Due to weather conditions this tour is not double in May, the first departure is on the 1st of June 2024

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Small Group Tour; Hiking Peaks of the Balkans in 12 Days

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Start and end in Tirana

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Platinum Operator: Choose Balkans
Hiking & Trekking: Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
High Intensity: Travelers should be in very good physical condition and expect continuous demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 10
Ages 12+

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Highlights

Experience this 12 days hiking tour in the Peaks of the Balkans
Trek Valbona Pass, connecting breathtaking Theth National Park with Valbona Valley
Continue your exploration as you trek from Valbona to the remote villages of Cerem, Doberdol,
Babino Polje and Plav
Cross Three Borders Point, where Albania, Montenegro, and Kosovo meet
Trek to the tranquil Hrid Lake, a hidden gem en route to Plav.

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Introduction

Day 1 Arrival in Tirana (meet and greet)
Day 2 Tirane – Theth National Park - Blue Eye – Theth
Day 3 Theth – Valbona Pass – Valbona
Day 4 Valbone to Cerem
Day 5 Cerem – Doberdol
Day 6 Doberdol (Albania) – Three borders Point (Albania, Montenegro & Kosovo)/ Tromedja 2366 m– Roshkodol (Kosovo)
Day 7 Roshkodol (Kosovo) to Babino Polje (Montenegro)
Day 8 Babino Polje to Plav via Hrid Lake.
Day 9 Plav to Vusanje
Day 10 Vusanje (Montenegro) – Tajlanka Peak (Albania) – Vusanje (Montenegro)
Day 11 Vuthaj (Montenegro) to Theth (Albania)
Day 12 Theth – transfer to Tirana/Shkoder

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4.9

Peter
· September 29th, 2025
This was a transfer as well as a tour. Klodi’s life experience added a different level to most guides I’ve had. His perspectives were insightful and very valuable to understanding the complexities of Balkan’s politics which is what I was hoping for.
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Mark
· September 27th, 2025
The 7 day self guided tour was a great experience. The hiking trails were easy to follow and had a nice difficulty for beginner and experienced hikers alike. We had spectacular views thanks to the good weather. The accomodations were welcoming and clean, the food decent. Above all we appreciated the good contact we had with Brikena from the choosebalkans staff that checked whether we were safe and was flexible in adjusting the tour. Would definitely recommend!
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Claire
· October 1st, 2025
It’s so lovely having everything organised for you- all we had to do was show up. The selection of guesthouses was great, and the transportation was also good. Brikena was very responsive on WhatsApp and checked in with us daily.
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Jill
Asked on September 1st, 2024
I plan to do the "Peaks of the Balkans Trail" route solo. Citizens of my country do not need visas, but I know that it is necessary to issue permits for crossing borders when hiking. However, I have come across information that permits are issued only for groups and not for individual travelers. Is it really true?
Tour Details
Visa
- Choose BalkansOperator•Written September 2024
  We have never come across information regarding not being able to issue solo travelers a permit so you will be ok to come along on the hike.
- J
  Jill
  Traveler•Written September 2024
  Do you provide assistance in obtaining border crossing permits? How much does it cost to complete the entire track (starting and ending in Theth)? How much time before the trip should it be done?
- Choose BalkansOperator•Written September 2024
  Once you book the tour, we do take care about border crossing permits.
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Kathryn
Asked on January 2nd, 2024
Is June 1 a confirmed departure?
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- Choose BalkansOperator•Written January 2024
  We are happy to inform you that we have confirmed tour departe on 1st of June.
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Melanie
Asked on December 26th, 2023
Does this tour depart on may?
Tour Details
- Choose BalkansOperator•Written December 2023
  Due to weather conditions this tour is not double in May, the first departure is on the 1st of June 2024

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 264534

Currencies
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Plugs & Adapters
As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.
Type C
Albania and Montenegro
Type E
Albania and Montenegro
Type F
Albania and Montenegro
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 and Montenegro. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Albania and Montenegro. 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.
Visa
- 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.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before January 8th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 8th, 2026, a minimum payment of 50% is required to confirm your booking with Choose Balkans. 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 67 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Choose Balkans will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
- The following cards are accepted for "Choose Balkans" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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