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Plan your adventure:
- Platinum Operator
- Choose Balkans
- Private Tour
- Travel exclusively with your friends and family
- Self-guided
- Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
- Guided in English
- Age range 12 to 90
Highlights
- Enjoy the freedom of exploring Albania Alps independently with this self-guided tour
- Embark on a hiking adventure through Theth National Park and Valbona National Park
- Discover the enchanting Blue Eye, a captivating natural spring.
- Hike the iconic Valbona Pass, offering panoramic views of the Albanian Alps.
- Enjoy a scenic ferry ride across Komani Lake, surrounded by stunning landscapes
Itinerary
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- Introduction
- Day 1 Tirana / Shkodra – Theth – Blue Eye – Theth
- Day 2 Theth National Park – Valbona Pass – Valbona Valley National Park
- Day 3 Valbona Valley - Komani Lake – Shkoder or Tirana
What's Included
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- Accommodation
- Additional Services
- Transport
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Guide
- Insurance
- Meals
- Optional
- Additional Services
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Operated by
Choose Balkans
Number of tours
90
Age Range
2 to 90 years old
Response time
8 hours
Response rate
100%
Choose Balkans is a leading Incoming Tour Operator offering tourism services in Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Greece, Kosovo, Montenegro and N. Macedonia. Since 2009 we have been delivering high standard services for our Global partners and end customers coming from every corner of the...
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- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
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- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- WWilliam· November 15th, 2024We loved this tour! It was 10 out of 10!
Choose Balkans commented on this reviewDear William, thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are thrilled you enjoyed your Self Guided Hiking Tour in Northern Albania and hope you took away some wonderful memories in the Alps! We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.Trip date: September 2024 - TAT· October 31st, 2024Highly recommend the self-guided trek over Valbone Pass. It was an unforgettable family experience. CB set up a great plan for transport and lodging. All the necessary details were clearly communicated by Brikena and team and provided us the opportunity to have a private experience on our own timeline.Show moreChoose Balkans commented on this reviewDear Tim, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a memorable experience trekking over Valbone Pass. It’s wonderful to know that the itinerary and details provided by our team (Brikena) helped make... Show moreTrip date: October 2024
Louise· October 12th, 2024Our tour was absolutely incredible. Our guide Daniel was brilliant and very knowledgeable, Theth was beautiful, our guesthouse host was lovely. We got to understand so much about the history, traditions and culture of the country as well as enjoying some stunning sites.Show moreChoose Balkans commented on this reviewHi Louise, Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We’re so glad to hear you had an incredible tour with Daniel and enjoyed your time in Theth. It’s wonderful to know you appreciated the history, traditions, and beautiful sights. We hope to have the... Show moreTrip date: October 2024- Andy· September 27th, 2024It was an unbelievable trip , before the trip at home in the UK on my laptop it seemed almost impossible to piece all the journeys and accommodation together but this trip was planned perfectly. Yes you could say at a large charge but i felt it was worth itShow moreChoose Balkans commented on this reviewThank you for your fantastic review, Andy! We're so glad to hear that you found the trip to Theth National Park, Valbona Valley, and Koman Lake to be an unforgettable experience. It’s great to know that our planning made it easy for you to enjoy your... Show moreTrip date: September 2024
- Neil· September 25th, 2024Can't recommend this tour enough. Had an absolutely fantastic experience: the hike over the Valbona pass is incredibly rewarding, and waking up each morning in idyllic landscapes is a real highlight. The friendliness and hospitality at each stay was wonderful, and our guide, Parid, was brilliant - knowledgeable, helpful, friendly and (most importantly) patient. Ask him to share some Albanian jokes with you - they won't disappoint!Show moreChoose Balkans commented on this reviewThank you so much for your kind words and review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience on the tour, especially the hike over the Valbona pass. It sounds like the stunning landscapes and warm hospitality made your trip even more... Show moreTrip date: September 2024
- MMatt· September 7th, 2024This tour was exactly as advertised and everything ran really smoothly. Brikenda and the rest of the team were always available to answer questions at any time of the day. 5 stars! Bosh!Choose Balkans commented on this reviewHello Matt, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that both you enjoyed this Self Guided tour in the Northern Albania. We're thrilled to hear that everything went smoothly and that Brikena's and the team could assist you at any... Show moreTrip date: July 2024
- SGSusan· September 4th, 2024Very well organised tour. Brikena was excellent and kept in touch whenever we needed. The guesthouses were very welcoming and run by lovely families, good food - you will not go hungry! Highly recommend.Choose Balkans commented on this reviewHi Susan, Thanks a ton for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that everything was well-organized and that Brikena was there for you whenever needed. It’s fantastic to know you enjoyed the cozy guesthouses and the good meals provided by the... Show moreTrip date: August 2024
- Adi· August 31st, 2024Our guide Albi was perfect! He was very informative, entertaining and attentive to different needs of the group. We had a great time in Theth and Valbona, and we made amazing friends with the group!Choose Balkans commented on this reviewHello Adi, so happy to hear your group formed such an amazing bond over your 3 day hiking adventure with Albi! We enjoyed the photo updates from the North and we hope to welcome you back for more exploring some day. Best Regards, Choose Balkans TeamTrip date: August 2024
- Tom Agnes Louis· August 12th, 2024We had an amazing three days! It was a beautiful trip and Ervin was an excellent guide.. it was very nice to have somebody who is so passionate about the Alps and Albania! The views were stunning and the guesthouses were more than we could wish for! It was very hot, but because of the shade, the altitude and the fresh water springs the trip was the best place to be in very hot Albania! Would recommend!! Thank you Choose Balkans and a special thank you for Ervin!Show moreChoose Balkans commented on this reviewHello Tom, we are so glad you both had an amazing adventure in Northern Albania with Ervin! Yes, the midst of summer can get quite warm however exploring the fresh springs is a great reward after some hiking. Ervin really enjoyed showing you both around... Show more
Trip date: August 2024 - LHLochmann· August 9th, 2024Automatic translation available in English. View in EnglishIt was our first time in Albania and we were extremely impressed by the nature and the mountains. The organization and support via the Choose Balkans WhatsApp group was outstanding. Our super competent supervisor Brikena managed everything to our complete satisfaction.Show moreChoose Balkans commented on this reviewDear Harald, thank you for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful experience exploring the breathtaking and unique beauty of the Peaks of the Balkans. It’s fantastic to know that Brikena’s assistance contributed to making... Show moreTrip date: August 2024
Dates & Availability
3 days
Self-Guided Hiking Tour: Theth National Park, Valbona Valley & Koman Lake in 3 Days
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