Discovering Peaks of the Balcans Experience

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Heading to the North Albania
1 stop
1
Shkoder
-Arrival at the airport -11.00 Departure from the airport to Shkoder -12.30-14.00 Lunch at Mrizi i Zanave -15.30 Transfer in Lepushë -Check in -19.00 Dinner - Your pick up will welcome you at the airport to head then to Mrizi I Zanave agrotourism restaurant, the best place to start your tour. Mrizi i Zanave is known for his delicious plates that are a combination of traditional cuisine, with a touch of modern one. Its uniqueness is the fresh products. After lunch we will head to the magnificent Alps of Albania to start our journey at the Peaks of Balkan. First stop will be Lepushe. Lepushe is a picturesque alpine village located in the northernmost part of Albania also represents the gate to the Alps.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Hiking in Lepushe
1 stop
2
Lepushe
-07.00 Breakfast -Starting the hike to pass from Lepushë to Vuthaj reaching Vajusha peak and descending to Gerbale village -Lunch with local food brought with us from the guest house -Transfer from Gerbaje to Vuthaj driving -Arrival in Vuthaj in afternoon -Time to relax -19.30 Dinner Early in the morning we will start our hike towards Vuthaj reaching Vajusha peak at 2059 altitude. On our way to the top we will stop by “Lepusha Waterfall” a small waterfall where we can get a refreshment. On our way to reach the peak we will pass by a forest that will lead us to Mount Dobku, from there we can see the peak of Vajusha. One last push to reach the peak and enjoy the amazing view of the Alps, one of those moments that you will keep in your mind for a long time. We will descend to Gerbaje village where we will pass the customs and from there we will drive to Vuthaj.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Theth National Park
1 stop
3
Theth
Time to reach the most known village in the Alps, Theth. As soon as we start the hike we will be amazed by the beautiful nature. This is a relatively long hike which crosses the border between Montenegro and Albania. Almost the entire hike is surrounded by steep mountains with stunning views. After a 300m hike we will reach a waterfall flowing out of the Grlja river and very soon after that we will be at the blue eye, a small lake whose rich groundwater sources grant it the bluish color of its water. Then will continue to the borders where you will find a pyramid from Communist times. Our trail goes on a pine tree forest where we will stop to relax and enjoy the tranquility that only nature can give. The next stop will be the lake of Peja and to Peja pass where an amazing view of Okol and Theth village welcome us.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Theth National Park
1 stop
4
Theth National Park
-07.00 to 09.00 Breakfast -Hiking trip to visit Waterfall of Grunasi, Canion of Grunasi, Stone Baths -Lunch at Stone Baths -Visit at the Blue Eye -17.00 Return with local transport to Theth -19.30 Dinner Theth is one of the most known villages in Albanian Alps. The fact that it is surrounded by high peaks made it difficult in the past to communicate with the rest of the villages and even with the enemies. This way it always stayed original, wild and conserved its tradition. During this day we will visit some of the most beautiful natural monuments of Theth and the Lock-in Tower and its connection with the canon of Lek Dukagjini.
8 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 5
Valbona, Albania
1 stop
5
07.00 Breakfast -Starting the hiking from Valbona Valley to Çerem by “Lugu i Persllopit” Trail -Lunch with local food brought with us from the guest house -Arrival in Çerem -Time to relax -19.30 Dinner Details Trail distance: 13 kilometers Dislevel: 1100 Difficulty level: Challenging Time: 7 hours
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Shala River
1 stop
6
Shala River
The third gem of this trip is Shala River. Now it's time to relax during the trip with the boat at the Komani lake. The color of the lake meets the color of the mountains covered by the trees creating the perfect landscape to relax after 2 days of hiking. As soon as we arrive in Shala River you will understand why this place is so special, and everyone is talking about it. You will have free time to have lunch, explore and swim at the river.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 7
Tirana, Albania
1 stop
7
Tirana
-Breakfast -Transfer at the airport -Departure This day is dedicated to departure.
8 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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