Trekking in South Albania
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the enchanting landscapes of Albania. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of cultural immersion, historical exploration, and natural beauty. From the bustling city of Tirana to the quaint villages of Tepelena and Peshtan, you'll experience the rich diversity of Albanian life. Traverse the hidden Zagoria valley, marvel at the Ottoman stone bridge, and explore the mountainous splendor surrounding the river Zagoria. Discover the Orthodox heritage at the Church of the Holy Apostle, and relax in the warm thermal baths of Benja. The tour concludes with a visit to the World Heritage Site of Gjirokaster, the birthplace of influential figures like dictator Enver Hoxha and writer Ismail Kadare. This tour is a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and cultural exploration, promising an experience you'll cherish forever.
Included
3 nights in guesthouse, room with shared shower and WC
4 nights in hotel, room with bath/shower and WC
Guesthouse Damani
Guesthouse Telo
Guesthouse Duli
Hotel Alvero
Hotel Kodra
Vila 60
7x breakfast, 4x lunch box, 3x dinner
All transfers according to itinerary
Luggage transport from accommodation to accommodation day 2-6 (max. 15kg)
Detailed route description & maps in English
24-hour service telephone
Travel documents are provided in English
Destinations
Tirana
GjirokastraMap
Attractions
Venetian Castle - Archeological museum
Himara Castle
Castle of Gjirokastra
Skanderbeg Square
The Blue Eye
Tomorri
Saranda Beach
Fir of Hotova National Park
The Castle of BorshDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Tirana to Tepelena/Peshtan
- Tirana - Arrival day
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Your Albanian adventure begins in the vibrant city of Tirana. After meeting at the airport, we'll head south to either Tepelena or Peshtan, where you'll have the chance to soak in your first impressions of this beautiful country.
Day 2 – Day 2: Tepelena/Peshtan to Limar
Day 2: Tepelena/Peshtan to Limar
- Langarica Canyon
- Ali Pasha Bridge
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We'll start the day with a short transfer to a small village, from where we'll hike through forests and terraced fields to the almost deserted village of Kala. After crossing the humpbacked Ottoman stone bridge, we'll reach our destination for the day, the village of Limar. Accommodation for the night will be at the Damani Guesthouse (or similar).
Day 3 – Day 3: Limar to Guesthouse Telo
Day 3: Limar to Guesthouse Telo
- Langarica Canyon
- Castle of Gjirokastra
- Edon-Bina Beach
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Today, we'll traverse footpaths connecting various hamlets, passing by the stunning Zagoria River and the Doshnica Waterfall. Don't miss the chance to visit the Church of the Holy Apostle, a beautiful example of Orthodox heritage. We'll end the day at the Guesthouse Telo (or similar), where you'll be hosted by a family who returned to Albania after 17 years in Greece.
Day 4 – Day 4: Guesthouse Telo to Sheper
Day 4: Guesthouse Telo to Sheper
- Tomorri
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Today's journey offers a relaxing day on foot with views of Mount Cajupi. We'll pass through the villages of Vuthuq, Koncka, Nivan, and Sheper. In Nivan, we'll visit the square dedicated to William Tilman, a famous British mountaineer and sailor. We'll spend the night in Sheper at the Guesthouse Duli (or similar), hosted by a family with Aromanian roots.
Day 5 – Day 5: Sheper to Leuse
- Përmet
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- The Blue Eye
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Today, we'll cross the Dhembel-Nemercke range, making our way back to civilization. The journey will take us through a shady gully up to the alpine pastures of the Dhembel Pass. After a long, rocky descent, we'll reach Leuse, a stone village with a beautiful church. We'll end the day at the Hotel Alvero (or similar).
Day 6 – Day 6: Hotel Alvero to Gjirokaster
- Gjirokastra
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- Castle of Gjirokastra
- Tomorri
- The Castle of Borsh
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We'll start the day with a scenic drive to the Sopot waterfall. On the way back, we'll stop at the warm thermal baths of Benja, known for their healing properties. The day ends with a transfer to Gjirokaster, also known as the 'city of stone'. Here, you'll have the opportunity to explore the city's charming streets and soak in its unique atmosphere. We'll spend the night at the Hotel Kodra (or similar).
Day 7 – Day 7: Gjirokaster to Tirana
- Gjirokastra
- Tirana
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- National History Museum
- Himara Castle
- Ethnographic Museum
- Skanderbeg Square
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Today, we'll explore Gjirokaster, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its Ottoman villas. Visit the towering castle and the ethnographic museum before heading back to Tirana. In the capital, we'll visit Skanderbeg Square and the trendy Blloku district. We'll spend the night at Vila 60 (or similar).
Day 8 – Day 8: Departure
- Tirana - Departure day
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After breakfast at Vila 60 (or similar), your Albanian adventure comes to an end. Whether you're heading home or continuing your travels, you'll carry with you the unforgettable memories of this beautiful country.
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