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Self-guided: Peaks of the Balkans Tour in 8 days
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Shkodër County
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Explore the picturesque mountains of Albania, Montenegro and Kosovo on this 8 day self guided Balkans trekking tour. Enjoy this 8 days trekking trail in the Peaks of the Balkans, considered as the best Balkans hiking adventure.
Highlights
8 days
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
8 days
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local transport provided by the company from Theth to Tirana or Shkodra bus terminal on day 8
Local transport provided by the company from meeting point in Tirana or Shkodra to Theth on day 1
Choose Balkans Assistance
Shared accommodation for 7 nights in traditional homestay / guesthouse /or shepherd’s hut
Cross Border Pass; Tourist taxes
Breakfast
Lunches, Dinners, Drinks & Snacks
Private rooms are possible on 40 Euros extra charge per night per room based on availability
One meal cost about 12 - 15 euros
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 and Personal spending
Everything that is not mentioned in the included
Meeting Points
Departure
Shkodër
This tour departs very early in the morning from Shkoder. You will depart towards northern Albania with a shared transportation provided by our partner.
Return
Important Information
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Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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All participants are responsible for having their own health/travel insurance.
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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.
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* The accommodation is based in traditional and simple homestay/guesthouse/lodge- style or shepherd’s hut with basic bathroom amenities. Each room typically accommodates two to five travellers, 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 person based on availability.
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This tour requires some hiking experience and good physical condition.
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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. Luggage transportation during the tour might be possible depending on availability for an additional fee of minimum 880€ (one person) or €440 per person for groups.
Cancellation policy
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Explore the picturesque mountains of Albania, Montenegro and Kosovo on this 8 day self guided Balkans trekking tour. Enjoy this 8 days trekking trail in the Peaks of the Balkans, considered as the best Balkans hiking adventure.
Highlights
8 days
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
8 days
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local transport provided by the company from Theth to Tirana or Shkodra bus terminal on day 8
Local transport provided by the company from meeting point in Tirana or Shkodra to Theth on day 1
Choose Balkans Assistance
Shared accommodation for 7 nights in traditional homestay / guesthouse /or shepherd’s hut
Cross Border Pass; Tourist taxes
Breakfast
Lunches, Dinners, Drinks & Snacks
Private rooms are possible on 40 Euros extra charge per night per room based on availability
One meal cost about 12 - 15 euros
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 and Personal spending
Everything that is not mentioned in the included
Meeting Points
Departure
Shkodër
This tour departs very early in the morning from Shkoder. You will depart towards northern Albania with a shared transportation provided by our partner.
Return
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Tirana / Shkodra – Theth – Blue Eye – Theth
5 Stops
1
Tirana
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)
2
Shkoder
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.
5 minutes
3
Boge
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.
3 hours
4
Blue Eye of Theth
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 6.2 km both ways and about 700 m of elevation. 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?
Hiking details (approx.):
Distance: 18km
Elevation gain: 700 m
Technical difficulty: Moderate
Time: 6h
Trail type: Loop
3 hours
5
Qender Theth
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.
