Tour of the Accursed Mountains: Theth, Valbona, Koman Lake & Shala River in 4 Days
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a 4-day tour through the breathtaking Albanian Alps. Starting from the city of Tirana, we'll journey through wild fields, rugged mountains, and aromatic lavender fields. We'll explore natural attractions like the Blue Eye, Valbona Pass, Komani Lake, and Shala River. We'll also visit historical sites in Theth and stay in traditional guesthouses in Theth, Valbona, and Komani. This multi-day tour offers an immersive experience of Albania's natural beauty and rich history.
Included
Accommodation for 3 nights in traditional and simple homestay/guesthouse/ with basic bathroom amenities
guesthouse: 3 night(s);
Breakfast included for all overnights
vegetarian, halal, meat
Hotel pick up in Tirana
Hotel drop off in Tirana
Entry tickets for the ‘’will be visited’’ sites
Road taxes
Tourist taxes
Petrol
Hotel pick up in Tirana or Shkodra
Hotel drop off in Tirana or Shkodra
Transport provided by the company from Tirana to Theth
Local transport for bumpy road from Valbona to Fierza
Boat ticket from Fierza Dam to Komani Lake
Boat ticket from Komani dam to Shala River
Boat ticket from Shala River to Komani
Local transport for bumpy road from Komani Lake to Vau i Dejes or Shkoder
Transport provided by the company from Vau i Dejes to Tirana
Entry tickets for the ‘’will be visited’’ sites
Tourist taxes
Road taxes
Petrol
Professional tour leader
Destinations
Shkoder
TiranaMap
Attractions
Valbona Valley National Park
Komani Lake
Velipoja Beach
Maja JezercëDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Tirana to Theth
- Tirana - Arrival day
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We embark on our journey towards the Albanian Alps from Tirana, driving through the wild fields and rugged mountains. We'll take a local transport ride from Shkoder, passing through fields of aromatic lavender. We'll hike to the Blue Eye, a stunning natural attraction formed by the erosion of melting snow. We'll also visit the Old Church and the Lock-in Tower in Theth, each with their own centuries-old stories. We'll spend the night in a traditional guesthouse in Theth.
Day 2 – Day 2: Theth to Valbona
Day 2: Theth to Valbona
- Valbona Valley National Park
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We'll trek from Theth to Valbona, a challenging but rewarding journey. The Valbona Pass offers breathtaking views of the Peaks of the Balkans and the Accursed Mountains. After reaching Valbona, we'll rest in a traditional guesthouse.
Day 3 – Day 3: Valbona to Komani
Day 3: Valbona to Komani
- Komani Lake
- SHENGJIN
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We'll start the day with a boat ride through Komani Lake, taking in the views of the Albanian Alps, waterfalls, and wild forests. We'll then take a local boat to Shala River, known for its clear waters and vivid colors. We'll spend the night in a traditional guesthouse by Komani Lake.
Day 4 – Day 4: Komani to Shkoder/Tirana
- Shkoder
- Tirana - Departure day
- More
- Velipoja Beach
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We'll return to the Komani Dam and take a local transport ride, offering views of Vau i Dejes Lake. We'll then drive back to the city of Shkoder or Tirana, ending our unforgettable journey through the Albanian Alps.
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