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Self – Guided Peaks of the Balkans tour in 10 days

10 days
Start and end in Tirana
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Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Self-guided
Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 10
Ages 12+
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Highlights

  • Experience 10 days intensive hiking in a self-guided tour of the Peaks of the Balkans
  • Hike through some of the most breathtaking mountain scenery Albania, Kosovo, and
  • Montenegro
  • Summit Talijanka Peak, and enjoy the views over the Albanian Alps and Prokletije Mountains
  • Explore the secluded villages of Valbone, Theth, Cerem, and Doberdol

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Tirana (Albania)– Shkoder – Tamarë – Lëpushë
  2. Day 2 Lëpushë – Maja e Berizhdolit – Lëpushë
  3. Day 3 Lëpushë – Talijanka peak – Vuthaj (Montenegro)
  4. Day 4 Vuthaj – Arapi Peak - Theth (Albania)
  5. Day 5 Theth – Blue Eye – Theth
  6. Day 6 Theth – Valbona Pass – Valbona
  7. Day 7 Valbona – Cerem
  8. Day 8 Cerem – Doberdol
  9. Day 9 Doberdol – Gjeravica (Kosovo) – Gropat e Erenikut – Gjakova
  10. Day 10 Gjakova – Tirana (Albania)
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  • Transport
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Guide
  • Insurance
  • Meals
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Choose Balkans

Number of tours

94

Age Range

2 to 90 years old

Response time

4 hours

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • James
    · August 16th, 2025
    The itinerary is perfect to cover the areas other tour companies don’t cover. The are also very flexible with it too. The highlights of different countries gave a great overview of the areas other and we have learned a lot. The company’s customer service is fantastic. They provide all the detailed information about the tour, how to meet the guide… and they followed up twice during the 14 days tour to make sure everything is ok. Our tour guide Eraldo is just amazing. He is very knowledgeable and he is a fantastic driver. On top of it, he is very caring and detailed. Every time we stood up, he would make sure we did not leave anything behind ; he made sure sure to show us how to get back to hotel when we insisted on going around by ourselves …and he speaks perfect English and very well read. It is enjoyable talking to him about anything. A big thank you!
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  • Sally
    · August 16th, 2025
    Our tour guide, Julian, was the highlight of our tour. He looked after us so well, drive so safely, and was so calm in the face of any challenge. The itinerary itself could be streamlined, as we had to repeat several parts of the trip. Better planning would prevent this. Some of the hotels were not great - hard beds, small rooms, tiny showers - but they were generally well located for walking around. We couldn't understand why our guide often had to stay far away from us in substandard accommodation.
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  • Dino
    · August 30th, 2025
    I used Choose Balkans for my transfer from Albania to Montenegro. It was an absolute seamless experience. They have curated drivers to fit the needs of the passengers. Ervis, our driving was top notch. He was accommodating and catered to the unique needs of the group. One of the best drivers and experiences I had in my many years of travelling.
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Dates & Availability

10 days
Self – Guided Peaks of the Balkans tour in 10 days
From Tirana to Tirana

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What our customers ask about this tour

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    Kristen

    Asked on May 6th, 2024

    Is there a luggage transfer service during the hiking tour?

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    • Choose BalkansOperatorWritten May 2024

      You can pack light with backpacks up to 12kg. If you want to carry more luggage, you can hire horses for 100 Euros per horse per day, which can carry 35-45 kg.

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      Kristen

      TravelerWritten May 2024

      Do you accommodate solo travelers to reduce the high single traveler price?

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      Kristen

      TravelerWritten May 2024

      I am a slow hiker. Can I hike at my own pace or do I need to stay with the group?

    • Choose BalkansOperatorWritten May 2024

      Usually our hiking groups stay together to ensure we all follow the same route as a group experience.

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    Amber

    Asked on January 10th, 2024

    Can i book a local guide only for some days

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    • Choose BalkansOperatorWritten January 2024

      We can organize a guided tour, however please note that the guide has to be with you during all the trail. We can not offer a guide only for several days.

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Tour ID: 264544

  • Currencies
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    Albania
    Euro
    Kosovo
  • Plugs & Adapters

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

    Type C
    Albania, Montenegro and Kosovo
    Type E
    Albania, Montenegro and Kosovo
    Type F
    Albania, Montenegro and Kosovo
  • 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 November 22nd, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after November 22nd, 2025, 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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