6 Days: Hiking Tour Albania

On this hiking tour you will experience the spectacular landscapes and the massive mountain ranges of Albania. Only on foot we can experience the rugged natural beauty of this fascinating part of the country.

Overview

Day 01: Airport - Tirana-Dajti Mountain - Tirana

Day 02: Tirana - Bajram Curri

Day 03: Valbone - Rrogam Village - Valbone

Day 04: Bajram Curri - Theth

Day 05: Theth - Shkodra

Day 06: Shkodra - Mother Teresa Airport

Day 01: Airport-Tirana-Dajti Mountain

Distance: 42 Km

Approximate walking time: 4-6 hours

Upon arrival in airport meet & greet by our representative & transfer to the hotel. Afterwards we will go up to Dajti Mountain with Cable Car, a ride which gives you the opportunity to see from above the far away city of Durres, the Albanian coastline on the horizon and the city Tirana at the foot of the mountain. From there, a short hiking tour will begin. On the way, you will see some old bunkers from the Hoxha dictatorship and also visit the botanical museum that will give you an insight of Albania’s flora. In the evening you will have dinner on the terrace of the Dajti restaurant and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Afterwards, you will be taken back to the hotel where you can enjoy the rest of your evening.

Day 02: Tirana- Bajram Curri

Distance: 258 Km

Approximate walking time: 4-5 hours

After breakfast, the journey begins towards Valbona. This is one of the nicest routes in North Albania. At first you will pass the Vaudejes Lake and the Koman Lake which are magnificent places to explore. There, you will change onto a ferry that will give you the possibility to enjoy breathtaking fjord scenery from a different perspective. Koman Lake is surrounded by massive mountains. It between the mountains you might see small valleys with remote farms. After approximately two hours and many more beautiful scenery you will reach Bajram Curri where you will hike up to the Valbona valley bridge. There, the deep and wild canyon scenery of the famous Valbona canyon starts. The river in between the mountains sparkles in amazing colours. In the Valbona valley you will follow the course of the river and will see all kind of mountain formation. The natural bathing pools along the way are great places to take a break and enjoy the nature. You can also catch some trouts for dinner there. The hiking tour will take approximately four to five hours. Overnight in Valbone.

Day 03: Valbone- Rrogam

Distance: 4 Km

Approximate walking time: 1-2 hours

The hiking tour starts after breakfast towards the village of Rrogam. You will be hiking through the entire area up to the origin of the Valbona river. It is a beautiful route to explore. On the way, you will see an old wind mill and the waterfall of Rrogam. The 200m high waterfall is a unique beauty of nature and so is the landscape around it. The Valbona River sparkles in beautiful turquoise, green and blue tones. You can also catch trout for the barbeque in the evening. The accommodation for the night will be a rustic guesthouse. Overnight in Valbone.

Day 04: Valbone-Theth

Distance: 260 Km

Approximate walking time: 5-7 hours

After breakfast we head towards Theth.  It is a very diverse route with a lot of regional charm. At first, the route runs along the wide river bed and then ascends towards to Valbona pass. On the way, you will be able to see Montenegro in the north and Kosovo in the east. At the Valbona pass an amazing view over the valleys and mountain ranges awaits you. There, you will have a break to enjoy the breathtaking view and have some local food. After the break you will descend back to Thethi. On the way you can refresh in the numerous mountain springs. In the valley close to the Shala River you will take a break to relax and afterwards your guide will take you to the beautiful waterfall of Thethi and show you an old mill and the old church of Theth. In the evening you can enjoy a delicious dinner with local products.

Day 05: Theth-Shkodra

Distance: 75 Km

Approximate walking time: 5-7 hours

After breakfast in midst of this stunning landscape, the hiking tour commences towards Shkodra. This will be a tough four to five hour journey across the Thethi pass towards Boga and requires good condition. On the way you will see interesting flora and great views. At the pass of  Thethi you can take a rest and have a nice picnic. The journey towards Shkodra continues by car. Shkroda is one of the oldest and biggest cities of North-Albania. It has an important cultural and economic significance at the Shkodra Lake. The city lies approximately 16 meters above sea level in between the two big rivers Buna and Drini. In Shkodra you will see the Venetian promenade, the Marubi photo museum and the 2000 year old castle Rozafa. You have to taste the specialty of Shkodra – the fresh caught and baked carp. Overnight in Shkodra. Dinner at hotel.

Day 06: Shkodra-Mother Teresa Airport (87 Km, 1 hour driving time)

After breakfast, you will visit the Shkodra Biotop by bike. The biotope is the biggest seascape of the Balkan and a very picturesque and peaceful place. It is probably the perfect last impression of Albania. After the short bike tour, the check-out from the hotel and you will be taken back to the airport in Tirana. End of our service.

Km traveled:  726