3 Days Hiking to the Albanian Alps , Valbona pass

Distance: ~220 km (~6–7 hours by car/ferry + road)

Morning:

• Depart Tirana early (around 7:00 AM).
• Drive to Koman Ferry (~3.5 hours).
• Take the scenic Koman Ferry to Fierzë (~2.5 hours). This ferry ride is stunning—Albanian fjord-like views.

Afternoon:

• From Fierzë, drive to Valbona (~1 hour).
• Check-in at a guesthouse in Valbona.

Evening:

• Short hike to explore Valbona village and surrounding meadows.
• Dinner at a local guesthouse with traditional Albanian food.

Accommodation: Valbona guesthouse or lodge.

Hiking day (moderate to challenging)

Morning:

• Start early (~7:00–8:00 AM).
• Hike from Valbona to Thethi via Valbona Pass (~6–8 hours depending on pace).
  The trail is breathtaking, passing alpine meadows, rivers, and the dramatic Valbona Pass (~1795 m elevation).
• Carry snacks, water, and layers (weather can change quickly).

Afternoon:

• Arrive at Thethi village (~3–4 PM).
• Explore Thethi National Park, Thethi Church, and Kulla (traditional tower houses).

Evening:

• Dinner and overnight in Thethi guesthouse.

Accommodation: Guesthouse in Thethi.

Morning:

• Visit the Blue Eye in Thethi area (~15–20 min from the village).
• Enjoy the crystal-clear turquoise spring and take short nature walks.

Late Morning / Early Afternoon:

• Start drive back to Tirana (~5–6 hours). Optional stop at Shkodër for lunch or sightseeing.

Evening:

• Arrival in Tirana (~7–8 PM).