Albanian Alps Hiking Adventure

Please note: All program activities begin the day following your arrival in Tirana.

As this tour welcomes travellers from different countries, flight schedules vary — some guests arrive earlier in the day, while others land in the evening. To ensure a seamless and consistent experience for everyone, Day 1 is reserved for arrival, rest, and personal exploration.

Upon landing at Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza, you will be welcomed in the arrivals hall by a representative of our company, holding a sign with your name. You will then be transferred by private vehicle to your hotel in the heart of Tirana's city centre.

After check-in, the rest of the day is entirely yours. Your hotel's central location places you within easy reach of the city's most charming streets, cafés, and squares — a perfect opportunity to take your first steps into Albanian life at your own pace. Prior to your arrival, we will send you a curated list of suggestions to help you make the most of your free time, with dinner at your own expense this evening.

We recommend using this time to rest, refresh, and prepare for the experiences that await you from Day 1 onwards.

07:30 – Breakfast at the hotel & check-out.

08:15 – Meet your guide and depart north for Koman (approx. 2 h 35 min, with a short coffee stop).

11:00 – Board a private boat through the Drin Gorge

Between steep limestone cliffs and emerald-green water, it is one of the most memorable journeys in northern Albania (approx. 2 h). A light packed lunch is served on board.

13:15 – Arrival in Fierzë and transfer to the Valbona Valley (approx. 1 h).

14:30 – First hike to the high alpine pastures of Grykat and Hapta (approx. 2.5 h).

17:30 – Arrival at your guesthouse in Valbona.

Time to rest.

19:00 – Welcome Dinner.

A relaxed first evening with your guide and fellow travellers. Included.

Hiking: Approx. 2.5 h · +370 m / −370 m · Easy to moderate

07:30 – Breakfast at the guesthouse.

08:30 – Set out on an old shepherd’s trail that climbs through alpine meadows to a viewpoint at approx. 1,700 m.

12:00 – Picnic lunch at the viewpoint.

On a clear day, the view takes in Mount Jezerca (2,695 m), the highest peak in the Albanian Alps, along with Mount Rosi (2,522 m) and the surrounding ranges.

15:30 – Return to Valbona through remote mountain landscapes.

The rest of the afternoon is free.

19:00 – Dinner at the guesthouse.

07:30 – Breakfast at the guesthouse & check-out.

08:15 – Short transfer to the trailhead (approx. 15 min).

Horses carry your main luggage, so you only need a small daypack.

08:30 – Climb towards the Valbona Pass (approx. 1,800 m).

One of the highlights of the journey, with a picnic lunch along the way.

From the pass, the trail descends between the peaks of the Accursed Mountains to Theth, one of Albania’s most remote mountain villages, known for its traditional stone houses.

16:30 – Arrival in Theth and guesthouse check-in. Time to rest.

19:00 – Dinner at the guesthouse.

Hiking: Approx. 7 h · +900 m / −1,150 m · Challenging

07:30 – Breakfast at the guesthouse.

08:15 – Hike to the Peja Pass (1,710 m).

In the heart of the Accursed Mountains, the trail follows an ancient trading route that once connected the region with Montenegro. The ascent is demanding, with a picnic lunch on the way.

From the pass, the view takes in the whole Theth Valley and its surrounding peaks.

15:30 – Return to Theth.

Time to relax in the quiet of the village.

19:00 – Farewall Dinner.

Last evening together, enjoying the traditional albanian specialities and to remember the adventure days.

Hiking: · Approx. 7 h · +900 m / −900 m · Challenging

Breakfast at hotel & check-out

Your journey through Albania ends today. After breakfast at the guesthouse your journey comes to an end. We hope you’ve had an unforgettable experience exploring the stunning landscapes of Albania. With cherished memories and new adventures to look back on, we bid you farewell.

Transfer to Tirana International Airport for your departure flight.

Safe travels, and we hope to welcome you again!