Itinerary
- Day 1
Tirana to Shkodra
Your Albanian adventure begins in Tirana, then you'll drive north to Kruja to see Skanderbeg Castle and wander through the Old Bazaar with its traditional shops and vendors. After grabbing lunch, head further north to Shkodra where you'll check in at your boutique hotel. There's an orientation workshop to meet other travelers, and dinner features local Albanian cuisine that evening.
- Start point
- Rruga Aeroportit, 1504 Krujë, Albania (Tirana International Airport, 00:00 - 00:00)
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner featuring local cuisine)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Tradita, Shkoder)
Included Activities
- Visit Kruja Castle
- Explore Old Bazaar with traditional handicrafts, carpets, and antiques
- Orientation workshop on tour values and community respect
Landmarks/POIs Kruja Castle Old Bazaar of Kruja - Day 2
Lepushe to Vuthaj
Following breakfast, you'll drive through the Kelmendi region with a stop near the Cemi River canyons. Your hiking starts from Lepushe toward Vuthaj village, crossing into Montenegro and climbing to Peak Vajusha at 2056m/6745ft. The route takes you through the Accursed Mountains and down into Grebaje Valley. Later a 30-minute minivan brings you to Vuthaj where you'll stay in a village guesthouse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Traditional dinner)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Shpija e Gjyshit, Vuthaj/Vusanje)
Included Activities
- Guided hike from Lepushe to Vuthaj village (12 km, approximately 6-7 hours)
- Cross Albania-Montenegro border
- Ascend to Peak Vajusha/Talijanka (2056m)
- Trek through Accursed Mountains and Grebaje Valley
Landmarks/POIs Cemi River Canyons Peak Vajusha/Talijanka Accursed Mountains Grebaje Valley - Day 3
Vuthaj to Theth
Today follows the Peaks of The Balkans Trail from Vuthaj, Montenegro down to Theth, Albania. You start near Grla waterfall and the Eye of the Grasshopper, then trek through valleys and see Lake Ropojan at the border. As you ascend through old forest into Runica meadow where mountain flowers bloom, you'll pass a shepherd's shack before descending through Qafa of Peja to reach Theth village.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Bujtina Terthorja, Theth)
Included Activities
- Guided hike from Vuthaj to Theth (16 km, approximately 7-8 hours)
- Visit Grla waterfall
- Experience Eye of the Grasshopper
- Trek through valleys including Lake Ropojan/Geshtares
- Visit Albanian shepherd in his shack
- Ascend through old forest to Runica meadow
- Descend through Qafa of Peja to Theth
Landmarks/POIs Grla Waterfall Eye of the Grasshopper Lake Ropojan/Geshtares Runica Meadow Qafa of Peja Theth Valley 
- Day 4
Theth to Valbona
The iconic Theth to Valbona hike starts with an easy walk through Theth village, then gradually ascends on forested paths. Higher up, views open across surrounding peaks and valleys. You reach Valbona Pass at 1795m/5889ft where panoramic vistas show both valleys spreading out below. From there you descend through alpine meadows and forests, arriving at Valbona Valley for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Krojet e Rragamit, Valbone)
Included Activities
- Guided hike from Theth to Valbona (14 km, approximately 8 hours)
- Cross Valbona Pass (1,795 meters)
- Trek through alpine meadows, rivers, and forested trails
Landmarks/POIs Valbona Pass Theth Valley Valbona Valley 
- Day 5
Cerem to Doberdol
After a car transfer to Cerem village, you trek toward Doberdol on scenic trails through pine forests while crossing into Montenegro. Depending on season, you'll see blueberry, blackberry, and raspberry patches along the way. The trail climbs to Ajluci Pass at 2100m/6890ft where you can pause at shepherd's huts for refreshment. Descending to Doberdol at 1800m/5905ft, you'll spend the night in a shepherd's hut with a home-cooked dinner and bonfire.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch), Dinner (Home-cooked dinner)
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse ( Guest House Bashkimi, Doberdol)
Included Activities
- Guided hike from Cerem to Doberdol (16 km, approximately 6-7 hours)
- Cross border into Montenegro
- Trek through pine forests
- Pause at shepherd's hut villages
- Reach Ajluci Pass (2100m)
- Experience shepherd lifestyle by bonfire
Landmarks/POIs Ajluci Pass Cerem Village Doberdol 
- Day 6
Doberdol to Vermosh
Hiking from Doberdol to Babino Polje, you'll climb Tromeda Peak where three countries meet: Albania, Kosovo, and Montenegro. The route passes through 'Flat Mountain,' a popular plateau section thick with blueberry bushes, then reaches Hridsko Jezer Lake where you can swim. After Babino Polje, a 30-minute passenger van takes you to Vermosh, Albania's northernmost village.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Peraj Guesthouse, Vermosh)
Included Activities
- Guided hike from Doberdol to Babino Polje (16 km, approximately 7-8 hours)
- Climb to Tromeda/Trekufiri Peak (stand in three countries: Albania, Kosovo, and Montenegro)
- Trek through Flat Mountain plateau
- Visit Fairy/Hridsko Jezer Lake with optional swim
Optional Activities
- Swimming at Fairy/Hridsko Jezer Lake
Landmarks/POIs Tromeda/Trekufiri Peak Flat Mountain Fairy/Hridsko Jezer Lake Babino Polje - Day 7
Vermosh to Tirana
Start your final morning with optional stretching, yoga, meditation, or breathing exercises if you'd like. After breakfast, you'll drive back to Tirana (about 2.5 hours), stopping at Mrizi i Zanave agritourism in Fishte village for a farm-to-table lunch celebrating Albanian slow food. Arriving back in Tirana, check into your hotel, rest, and enjoy the capital's evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Farm-to-table lunch at Mrizi i Zanave agritourism)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (ART Hotel Tirana)
Included Activities
- Optional morning stretching session or yoga/meditation
- Farm-to-table lunch at Mrizi i Zanave agritourism
Optional Activities
- Morning yoga, meditation, or breathing exercises
Landmarks/POIs Mrizi i Zanave Agritourism Fishte Farming Village - Day 8
Tirana Departure
After hotel breakfast, you'll have free time to explore Tirana at your own pace, checking out spots like the National Museum, Skanderbeg Square, House of Leaves, and Bunk'Art depending on your departure schedule. Your team will arrange a smooth airport transfer so you can head home with memories of the Albanian Alps.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Free leisurely exploration of Tirana
Optional Activities
- Visit National Museum
- Visit Skanderbeg Square
- Visit House of Leaves
- Visit Bunk'Art
Landmarks/POIs National Museum Skanderbeg Square House of Leaves Bunk'Art
