North Albania Experience – 7 Nights / 8 Days

·8 Days, 10 Destinations·Starts from Tirana
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Duration

8 days

Max Group Size

15

Departure Type

Request

Guiding Method

Fully guided

Physical level

moderate

Operated In

English

Age Requirement

18 - 80 Ages

About this tour

Experience North Albania in it's own glory, from rugged mountains, teal greenish lakes and rivers, fresh air & food and warm hospitality.
This tour brings the best of experiences in a calm paced itinerary in comparison with the scenery which stands unshaken and dramatic.
Away from the crowds, away from the worries, close to peace and nature.
Be part of this experience!

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Route

Starts from

Tirana

Ends in

Tirana

Pickup Location

Tirana

Dropoff Location

Tirana

Tour route map

What makes this tour special

Experience North Albanian nature in it's own glory. Indulging activities that connect with the simplest, yet memorable experience. Fresh food from soil to table. An exclusive tour of a small group of 15 people.

Itinerary

Arrival at Tirana International Airport
Transfer to Shkodër
Walking tour of the old town
Welcome dinner with traditional northern BBQ
Overnight in hotel Mozart, in Shkoder.
Experiences: BBQ dinner

Drive to Fierzë Ferry cruise through the spectacular Koman Lake
Fresh lake fish lunch Kayaking or swimming opportunity
Wine & homemade raki tasting
Overnight in Fierze, hotel Diamond or similar.
Experiences: Boat ticket• Wine tasting • Nature experiences

Scenic drive into the Albanian Alps Visit remote villages of Nikaj-Mërtur
Meet local shepherd families
Traditional lunch with organic mountain products
Cooking class: preparation of flija and local pies
Overnight in Bajram Curri,  Valbona hotel or similar
Experiences: Agrotourism • Cooking class • Mountain culture

Transfer to Valbona National Park
Traditional village lunch
Guided hike through alpine scenery
BBQ dinner with local products
Experiences: Hiking • BBQ  

Transfer to Koman pier, ferry departs at 13.00pm, return to Shkoder.
Check in at hotel and free time.
Dinner at hotel, Mozart or similar.

07:30 – 08:30 Breakfast in Hotel
08:30 – 11:00 Take the 4X4 Self-drive and transfer to Theth
11:00 – 12:30 Explore Theth – The Heart of the Albanian Alps. A walk through the village and green fields reveals the full extent of Theth. Visit the iconic church and dive into the history of the “kanun”

at the lock-in tower that offered protection to those affected. It is the perfect place to learn about the highland law code of Leke Dukagjini, its origins, impact and present day relevance.
12:30 – 14:00 Lunch in the Village Afternoon possible for hike to the waterfall or Blue Eye: *It takes approximately an hour to get the waterfall from the center of Theth Village. The hike is spectacular, taking you along a spectacular landscape of rivers, pastures, and mountain slopes. The last leg of the hike involves a 15-minute climb of an intermediate level so be prepared with your best, non-slippery shoes. Although the journey is not especially easy, the reward, as it often happens, is well worth your time and energy. *From Nderlysa to the Blue Eye it takes 40 minutes -1 hour of walk one way, among which only the first half is more difficult to climb while the second part is easy walking in the middle of the beech forest to get surprised then by the blue eye.
Dinner and overnight in hotel Mozart, in Shkoder.
Experiences: Traditional food• Hiking



Return to Tirana.
Walking tour of Tirana and free time for shoping.
19:30pm Farewell dinner with traditional Albanian specialties and live traditional music.
Experiences: Cultural finale • Traditional food • Music & dance

Airport transfer End of services

Trip includes

Included

In 4* properties with breakfast, for 7 nights

Professional english speaking

Guiding Method
Fully guided

English

1 dinner in Shkoder, 1 dinner in Fierze, 1 lunch in Nikaj –Mertur, 1 lunh x dinner in Valbone Valley, 1 dinner in hotel in Shkoder,  1 lunch in  Theth,1 farewell dinner in Tirane
Bottled water: 0.5 L × 1 per person per day.

Transportation for all itinerary as mentioned. 
Skoda Karoq or similar for 2 pax ( 4 large suitcases)
Honda Odyssey or similar for 3-5 pax  ( 5 large suitcases)
Minivan 15 seater for 6-15 pax. (15 large suitcases)
* Keep in mind that due to luggage capacity there may be changes in the vehicle, that comes with a fare difference.

Fish catching, Raki degustation, Cooking Class, Hike, Ferry tickets in Koman round trip, Hike in Theth.


Attention: This tour is valid from 10 April- 15 October, this due to the operation of Koman Ferry.

Your health comes first, due to constant movement and hiking tour,  people with cardiovascular, respiratory or blood pressure issues are not allowed.
Also  women who haven't passed 1st trimester and those who are entering in 8 month of pregnancy.

Excluded

Everything not mentioned
Tips
Extra meals and experiences
VISA
City tax, 1.5 EUR/night per person

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