Semi-Private Hiking Tour; Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 3 Days

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Tirana / Shkoder – Theth National Park – Blue Eye – Theth
6 stops
1
Tirana
Our journey towards the Albanian Alps begins at 06:00 am in the morning. Our tour leader will come and pick you up at your hotel in Tirana or Shkoder. As we drive along the way towards Northern Albania, you will be amazed by beautiful landscapes; wild fields, rivers, Shkodra Lake and rugged untouched mountains.
Admission ticket free
2
Shkoder
Our tour leader will come and pick you up at your hotel in Shkoder.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
3
Theth
As we take the turn from the main road to Theth the area becomes more rural, with fewer cars but more wild nature and amazing landscapes. Due to its favorable position this area is famous for cultivating medicinal herbs, and if you are lucky to travel in May – June you would be amazed by the pretty and aromatic fields of lavender, making you feel like you are in Provence (France).
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
4
On the way to the top, we will pass through a steep sneaky hillside reaching up to 1700 meters above sea level at Qafa e Thores. They say this is the spot with the best picture – perfect view of the Albanian Alps
1 hour • Admission ticket free
5
Blue Eye of Theth
We will have a short break for refreshment and start our hiking journey towards the Blue Eye at around mid-day. Blue Eye was formed by the erosion of the water from the melting snow of the Albanian Alps. The hike from the village is about 3 hours one way, with a hiking distance of 18 km both ways and about 700 m of elevation. (If you choose to book local transportation from Theth Village to Nderlysaj, the hike will take around 1 hour each way. The cost for local transportation is between 5-7 euros per person) This trail is considered easy to moderate, requiring some experience in hiking. You will not be able to take your eyes off this stunning scene of nature with its bright blue and green colours, it’s like being inside a postcard. Also, fun fact, the temperature of the Blue Eye is just around 5 degrees Celsius. Hiking details (approx.): Distance: 18km Elevation gain: 700 m Technical difficulty: Moderate Time: 6h Trail type: Loop
3 hours • Admission ticket free
6
Theth National Park
We will go back to the village center and visit the Old Church and the “Lock in” Tower (symbol of Theth). The stories behind these buildings take up centuries full of history. Overnight in a Traditional Guest House in Theth
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Theth National Park – Valbona Pass – Valbona Valley National Park
1 stop
7
Valbona - Teth - Hiking Trail
Get ready for the highlight of this trip. Trekking from Theth to Valbona will be an intense day as the walk takes about 6 to 8 hours (about 1050m elevation) in a remote terrain, nevertheless unquestionably worthy! The Valbona pass offers a spectacular view of the Peaks of the Balkans and “Accursed Mountains”. When reaching the top of the Valbona Pass, you will experience a serious shot of adrenaline. From here you will be able to see at both sides of the valleys. This top viewpoint is perfect for a short break and the possibility to capture amazing pictures of the Albanian Alps. From Valbona Pass we will star our decent to the next destination, Valbona Valley, another picturesque village surrounded by high mountains. After reaching the village, we will walk towards the traditional guesthouse. *You will be carrying all your belongings with you during this trek so we recommend you pack lightly.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Valbona Valley - Komani Lake – Shkoder or Tirana
3 stops
8
Komani Lake By Wild Tour Albania
Waking up with such a magnificent view of the Albanian Alps will make you want to stay longer, however, we will get on a boat that will take us through Komani Lake offering spectacular views of the Albanian Alps, waterfalls, rural villages and wild forests. It is considered by many as an exotic experience combined with the unmatched hospitality of the locals.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
9
Vau i Dejes
Once arriving in the Komani dam we will experience local transport over bumpy roads, however offering spectacular views of Vau i Dejes Lake.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
10
Tirana
From here our driver will take us back to the modern and dynamic city of Shkoder or Tirana after an unforgettable experience. You will return home full of the wonders of Albania, with a new sense of self-excitement to share with those around you.
1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• This tour requires some hiking experience and good physical condition.
• Valbona Pass: elevation up to 1050m, hiking 6 to 8 hours.
• Grunas Waterfall with an elevation up to 270m, hiking 1 hour one way.
• Mule or horse caravan, to carry heavy luggage from Valbona to Theth, is available on request with an extra charge of 90 Euros per horse/mule.
• Please note that prices are calculated on double/twin/triple/quadruple room occupancy, in traditional guesthouses

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