If you ask for recommendations from Albania of places to visit, in most cases they will ask you: "Have you been to Theth or Valbona?"
This is the best tour in the North of Albania. Amazing nature, mountains, waterfalls, lakes, fresh air, bio food and a lot of fun!
Explore the Majestic Albanian Alps: Theth & Valbona Adventure Tour
$1,830
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About This Tour
Inclusions
Breakfast
Lunch
Exclusions
Everything not mentioned in the included section
Tour Plan
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Day 1 Welcome to Albania
Once you arrived at the airport, a Smart Tour Albania agent will be there waiting to take you to your hotel. Later we will take a walking tour through the city’s most known spots like Scanderbeg Square, The Clock Tower, the Mosque of Tirana, etc. We will also walk to the Blloku district before stopping in a nice restaurant for dinner, and then return to the hotel for the night.
Optional:
After dinner, people can go for a drink in “Blloku” – once the district of the communist elite, it is now the best place for the best bars. In case you arrive earlier in the day, you can visit the national museum.
Guesthouse / Hotel
Day 2 Tirana - Valbona
This day we will go toward north Albania.
Our journey starts from Tirana where we will take our van and head to the Komani Lake an artificial Lake, a 3-hour drive till there. At around 9 am we take our ferry which goes through a spectacular view of the Drini Valley to stop in Fierza, from there with another van we will head to Valbona village and transfer to our welcoming guesthouse.
A tasteful lunch with traditional dishes of the village. Later we will have the possibility to have a walk around the village to get in touch with the real-life of the natives, experience an adventurous journey as locals do in the bumpy roads of the village to start a short walk to the waterfall The dinner is a home-cooked meal prepared at the guesthouse.
Guesthouse
Day 3 The pass from Valbone to Theth
This day we will start the hiking in one of the most representative paths of Albanian Alps, the pass from Valbone to Theth. We will start early in the morning from Valbona village to go to Gjelaj village where our hike will start.
During our trip, we will have the opportunity to refresh ourselves with the cold water of the springs near our path. Descending from Qafe – Valbone to Thethi village. The path is in the heart of Alps, near Jezerca and Radohima. Descending will provide an amazing view of the rounding mountains in Theth, a well-known village for the hikers. After 7 hours of walking a good rest and then a tasteful dinner in one of the traditional guesthouses there.
Guesthouse
Day 4 Visiting Theth area
This day we will have the chance to explore one of the most exciting villages of northern Albania. An untouched nature and full of attractions.
Our first visit will be at Grunasi Waterfall, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Albania. From there will go at Grunasi canyon and from the canyon with a van we will go at stone bathtubs, naturally built ones.
But we will also see a breathtaking spring called the Blue Eye, Albania has two and one of them is in Theth, right in the middle of the mountains. After this wonderful passage discovering Thethi we will have the chance to taste again their traditional cuisine.
Guesthouse
Day 5 Visiting Shkodra and back to Tirana
Visiting Shkoder means to give to oneself the privilege to touch the ancient history of Albania. Located in a wide field, about thirty miles from the sea. Shkoder is closely associated with water: the great lake at the southwest, the Drini river that licks at East, Kiri river among mountains, Buna river to the south. Our first visit will take place at Rozafa Castle, a legend relates to the castle, it talks about the human sacrifice made at the time of its construction and then walking on the Shkodra city.
Meeting / Pickup
Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Cancellation Policy
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event
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4 Comments
4.6
Our family had a wonderful time trekking through stunning landscapes of the Albanian Alps, with Theth and Valbona being highlights of our adventure. The accommodations were cozy but a bit rustic, which added to the charm, though we could have used more hot water after long days of hiking.
4.4
We savored a memorable meal in a quaint village, where local dishes like savory byrek captured the essence of the region. The hikes between Theth and Valbona showcased the majestic beauty of the Albanian Alps, although we found some trails a bit challenging for casual walkers.
4.4
Exploring the Albanian Alps together was an experience we will cherish forever, with breathtaking views of both Theth and Valbona that truly exceeded our expectations. The hiking trails were well-maintained, and we were pleasantly surprised by the local meals, especially the fresh goat cheese and hearty stews served in the guesthouses. However, a couple of our planned activities felt a bit rushed, leaving us wanting to savor the moments longer. Overall, the majestic landscapes and warm hospitality made this adventure one for the books, and we left with a deeper appreciation for Albania’s natural beauty.
4.4
From the moment we arrived in Tiranë, we felt a sense of adventure as we prepared to immerse ourselves in the stunning landscapes of the Albanian Alps. The hiking between Theth and Valbona was nothing short of breathtaking, with each step revealing majestic views that felt straight out of a painting. We particularly relished the local meals, especially the hearty traditional dishes served in the guesthouses, which added a delicious touch to our experience. However, there were a couple of long stretches during the hikes that pushed our stamina a bit more than we anticipated. Overall, this journey allowed us to explore the wild beauty of the region while creating unforgettable memories together.