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Self-Guided Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 4 Days

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Duration

4 DAYS

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

8 people

Languages

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Overview

Hike Northern Albania in 4 days self guided tour of Theth National Park, Valbona Valley and Komani lake . This self-guided tour program is specially designed for travellers who wish to explore Albania independently however in a professionally organized way.  By choosing this tour you will save money, time and enjoy the freedom of traveling on your own and hike northern Albania in 4 days. 

Number of PersonsPrice / Person
Group 8+ pax
320€
Group 2-7 pax400€
Solo Traveler560€

Important information:

* All participants are responsible for having their own health/travel insurance.

* This tour requires some hiking experience and good physical condition.

* This tour departs early in the morning; thus, we would recommend you to eat breakfast before the tour departure or to take some food with you.

* Blue eye: elevation up to 789 m, hiking 3-4 hours one way.

* Valbona Pass: elevation up to 1050m, hiking 6 to 8 hours

* The accommodation is based in traditional and simple homestay/guesthouse/lodge- style with basic bathroom amenities. Each room typically accommodates two to five travelers, and it might be necessary for male and female groups to share a room, unless you book a private room. Private rooms are possible on 40 Euros extra charge per night per room based on availability

* Each accommodation offers a selection of limited food options available to pack before embarking on the next hike. These options include bread, cheese, yogurt, meat, vegetables, and honey. For each meal you can pay in cash at the guest house directly (please make sure to have cash with you as the credit/debit card payments are not possible in the Alps). One meal cost about 12 -15 euros.

* You will be carrying your belongings with you during the trek so we recommend you pack lightly. For any excess luggage you will need to book excess luggage transportation or pre arrange luggage storage in Tirana/Shkoder. On the third day, luggage transportation from Theth to Valbona might be possible depending on availability for an additional fee of minimum 110€ (one person) or €55 per person for groups.

* Suitable age 12+.

* The company reserves the right to run this tour under the same conditions with the inverse itinerary.

* Choose Balkans reserves the rights to add other participants in and during the tour program. If you are interested in a private tour, please contact us for a quotation.

* Tour’s schedule or itinerary may be affected/adopted due to; weather, Acts of God, labour strikes, bank holidays, site temporary closure/renovation or other external forces outside the Company’s control.

* On request this tour may also depart from other cities of Albania or neighbouring countries such as Kosovo, Montenegro or N. Macedonia. Please contact us for more information on the extra costs.

* Please note that Choose Balkans needs to receive the net (full) quoted amount. Transaction and payment fees are on the sender (you in this case). We will notify you with a print screen of the amount received at our account as soon as we receive your down payment.

* Please note that Credit/Debit card payments are possible at our office in Tirana and apply a 5% bank commission.

* If you confirm to book this tour or any other service offered by Choose Balkans, via Choose Balkans official channels; email/facebook/whatsapp/phonecall or any other form of communication it means that you have read and agreed to the terms &conditions.

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HIGHLIGHTS

  • Boge Village
  • Qafa e Thores
  • Theth National Park
  • Blue Eye of Theth
  • The Old Church in Theth
  • “Lock in” Tower in Theth
  • Grunasi Waterfall
  • Valbona Valley National Park
  • Komani Lake
  • Komani Dam
  • Vau i Dejes Lake

Itinerary

Day 1 Tirana / Shkoder – Theth – Blue Eye – Theth
Day 1 Tirana / Shkoder – Theth – Blue Eye – Theth

This tour departs very early in the morning from Tirana or Shkodra. You will depart towards northern Albania with a shared transportation provided through our partners. Please make sure to arrive at the meeting point on time to catch the local transportation. (Details provided at the time of booking)
As you drive along the way towards Northern Albania, you will be amazed by beautiful landscapes; wild fields, rivers, Shkodra Lake and rugged untouched mountains. In Shkodra, we will switch to a different local transport to continue our journey to Theth. As you 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). On the way to the top, you 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.
Have a short break for refreshment and start your 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 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. Would you dare to dive in the blue but very cold water? After the hike 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.

Hiking details (approx.):
Distance: 18km
Elevation gain: 700 m
Technical difficulty: Moderate
Time: 6h
Trail type: Loop

Day 2 Theth – Grunas Waterfall – Theth
Day 2 Theth – Grunas Waterfall – Theth

After breakfast get ready to hike from Theth to Grunas Waterfall. It takes approximately an hour to get the waterfall from the center of Theth Village. The hike takes you along local villagers daily lives and Kullas (stone houses typical of the Albanian Alps).
Once you reach the waterfall you will be amazed by the curtain of white water coming over the grey rocks as if it were being poured from a bucket that never empties. The water tumbles down the hillside in a series of mini-waterfalls. Grunasi waterfall was declared a natural monument since 2002. Take some time to soak in the picturesque landscape of the Albanian Alps. At around midday get back to Theth. Free afternoon to explore the National Park on your own. Overnight in Theth.

Hiking details (approx.):
Distance: 6 km
Elevation gain: 270 m
Technical difficulty: Moderate
Time: 3h
Trail type: Loop

Day 3 Theth National Park – Valbona Pass – Valbona Valley National Park
Day 3 Theth National Park – Valbona Pass – Valbona Valley National Park

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, star your 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. Overnight in Valbona.

*You will be carrying all your belongings with you during this trek so we recommend you pack lightly.

Hiking details (approx.):
Distance: 14 km
Elevation gain: 1050m
Technical Difficulty: Moderate
Time: 6 -8h
Trail type: one way

Day 4 Valbona – Komani Lake – Shkodra / Tirana
Day 4 Valbona – Komani Lake – Shkodra / Tirana

Waking up with such a magnificent view of the Albanian Alps will make you want to stay longer, however, you 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. Once arriving in the Komani dam you will experience local transport over bumpy roads, however, offering spectacular views of Vau i Dejes Lake. Returning back to the modern and dynamic city of Shkoder or Tirana after an unforgettable experience marks the end of this self-guided tour. In Tirana/Shkoder, you'll be dropped off at the bus station; from there, you can make your own way to your hotel by bus or taxi (not included). You will return home full of the wonders of Albania, with a new sense of self-excitement to share with those around you.

Included/Excluded

  • Breakfast included for all overnights
  • Shared accommodation for 3 nights in traditional and simple homestay/guesthouse/ with basic bathroom amenities. A typical room accommodates two to five travelers, and it might be necessary for male and female groups to share a room, unless you book a private room.
  • Local transport provided by the company from meeting point in Tirana or Shkodra to Theth on day 1
  • Local transport for bumpy road from Valbona to Fierza
  • Boat ticket from Fierza Dam to Komani Lake
  • Local transport for bumpy road from Komani Lake to Tirana bus terminal on day 4
  • Choose Balkans Assistance
  • All needed instructions and coordination about this tour.
  • Tourist taxes
  • Lunches, Dinners, Drinks & Snacks
  • Private rooms are possible on 40 Euros extra charge per night per room based on availability
  • Local transportation from Theth Village to Nderlysaj (or back)
  • Transfer from hotel to the meeting point on the first day
  • Transfer from drop off point to your hotel on the last day
  • Other local transfers not mentioned in the included section
  • Tour Guide
  • Souvenirs
  • Personal spending
  • Everything that is not mentioned in the included

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