
8 Days Local Living in the Albanian Alps
8 days
With local
About this activity
This is how your experience will look like:
Day 1 - Tirana
Arrive at any time check into your hotel. Depending on your arrival time you may want to enjoy a stroll around the city and start to absorb the atmosphere of this amazing country.
Day 2-4 - Valbona
Morning orientations in Tirana, then transfer by minibus and boat to Valbona. During the trip you will take the boat to the lake of Koman. Enjoy the boat trip to cruise the waters between Koman and Fierze. Your accommodation is a rural northern alp guesthouse in a country setting with beautiful valley views. The property has a small farm and many outdoor areas where you can relax, including a terrace. Your GL is a very keen producer of everything local and organic and loves showing visitors around the region of his ancestors.
Day 5-7 - Theth
Morning in Valbona then you will hike the classic pass of the Albanian northern Alps that for centuries linked the two most known valleys of the area, Valbona and Theth. Mules will carry the luggage to the next house. Several springs of water during the way will make the stops pleasant and refreshing. Free days for hiking and exploring the area, lounging at the guesthouse. Walk to the waterfall and springs. Enjoy a hands-on cooking class with your hosts, using fresh ingredients from the neighbors and the farm.
Day 8 - Tirana
Morning transfer from Theth to Tirana. Depart any time after 1pm from Tirana to airport, as the airplane departure.
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Day 1 - Tirana
Arrive at any time check into your hotel. Depending on your arrival time you may want to enjoy a stroll around the city and start to absorb the atmosphere of this amazing country.
Day 2-4 - Valbona
Morning orientations in Tirana, then transfer by minibus and boat to Valbona. During the trip you will take the boat to the lake of Koman. Enjoy the boat trip to cruise the waters between Koman and Fierze. Your accommodation is a rural northern alp guesthouse in a country setting with beautiful valley views. The property has a small farm and many outdoor areas where you can relax, including a terrace. Your GL is a very keen producer of everything local and organic and loves showing visitors around the region of his ancestors.
Day 5-7 - Theth
Morning in Valbona then you will hike the classic pass of the Albanian northern Alps that for centuries linked the two most known valleys of the area, Valbona and Theth. Mules will carry the luggage to the next house. Several springs of water during the way will make the stops pleasant and refreshing. Free days for hiking and exploring the area, lounging at the guesthouse. Walk to the waterfall and springs. Enjoy a hands-on cooking class with your hosts, using fresh ingredients from the neighbors and the farm.
Day 8 - Tirana
Morning transfer from Theth to Tirana. Depart any time after 1pm from Tirana to airport, as the airplane departure.
Included
- 7 nights accommodation
- Dinner
- Food tasting
- Wine tasting
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Gratuities
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- A minimum of 3 people per booking is required.
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
Features
Tourism
80%
Cultural
50%
Aquatic
35%
Original
20%
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