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Self-Guided Hiking Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 3 Days
(26) Reviews
Shkodër County
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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All participants are responsible for having their own health/travel insurance
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The accommodation is based in traditional and simple homestay/guesthouse/lodge- style with basic bathroom amenities. Each room typically accommodates two to five travelers, 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 45 Euros extra charge per night per room based on availability
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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/Shkoder. On the second day, luggage transportation from Theth to Valbona might be possible depending on availability for an additional fee of minimum110€ (one person) or €55 per person for groups.
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This tour requires some hiking experience and good physical condition.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Most travelers can participate
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Not wheelchair accessible
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This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Infants must sit on laps
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Join this 3 day self guided hiking tour and explore the spectacular Alps of Northern Albania; Theth National Park, Valbona Valley and Komani Lake. By choosing our self guided hiking tour you will save time and money while getting to enjoy the freedom of traveling on your own through the wild landscapes. The Choose Balkans Team will be there to assist you prior, during and after the whole tour and will provide you all the details you need for this amazing self-guided tre
Highlights
3 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
3 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local transport provided by the company from meeting point in Tirana or Shkodra to Theth on day 1
Local transport for bumpy road from Valbona to Fierza
Choose Balkans Assistance
Local transport for bumpy road from Komani Lake to Shkoder or Tirana bus terminal
Tourist taxes
Shared accommodation for 2 nights in traditional homestay/guesthouse with basic bathroom amenities
Breakfast
All needed instructions and coordination about this tour
Boat ticket Fierza Dam to Komani Lake
Lunch, Drinks & Snacks, One meal cost about 12-18 euros
Private rooms are possible on 45 Euros extra charge per night per room based on availability
Local transportation from Theth Village to Nderlysaj (or back)
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; Personal spending
Everything that is not mentioned in the included
Meeting Points
Departure
Shkodër
This tour departs very early in the morning from 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)
Return
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Tirana / Shkodra – Theth – Blue Eye – Theth
5 Stops
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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)
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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.
2 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 from the village is about 3 hours one way, with a hiking distance of 18 km both ways and about 700 m of elevation. (If you choose to book local transportation from Theth Village to Nderlysaj, the hike will take around 1 hour each way. The cost for local transportation is between 5-7 euros per person)
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.
1 hour
Self-Guided Hiking Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 3 Days
(26) Reviews
Shkodër County
About
Join this 3 day self guided hiking tour and explore the spectacular Alps of Northern Albania; Theth National Park, Valbona Valley and Komani Lake. By choosing our self guided hiking tour you will save time and money while getting to enjoy the freedom of traveling on your own through the wild landscapes. The Choose Balkans Team will be there to assist you prior, during and after the whole tour and will provide you all the details you need for this amazing self-guided tre
Highlights
3 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
3 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local transport provided by the company from meeting point in Tirana or Shkodra to Theth on day 1
Local transport for bumpy road from Valbona to Fierza
Choose Balkans Assistance
Local transport for bumpy road from Komani Lake to Shkoder or Tirana bus terminal
Tourist taxes
Shared accommodation for 2 nights in traditional homestay/guesthouse with basic bathroom amenities
Breakfast
All needed instructions and coordination about this tour
Boat ticket Fierza Dam to Komani Lake
Lunch, Drinks & Snacks, One meal cost about 12-18 euros
Private rooms are possible on 45 Euros extra charge per night per room based on availability
Local transportation from Theth Village to Nderlysaj (or back)
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; Personal spending
Everything that is not mentioned in the included
Meeting Points
Departure
Shkodër
This tour departs very early in the morning from 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)