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Peaks of the Balkans Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 5 days

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Start and end in Tirana
4.9
14 traveler reviews
Peaks of the Balkans Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 5 days - Choose Balkans
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Highlights

  • Embark on a unique hiking tour that combines pristine nature with local folklore and traditions in
  • the Albanian Alps
  • Hike to Grunas Waterfall, a stunning natural cascade nestled in the heart of Theth.
  • Get ready for the highlight of this trip, Trekking from Theth to Valbona for 6-8 hours
  • Enjoy the natural wonders of Valbona Valley, including the unique "Piramida18"
  • Experience the breathtaking beauty of Komani Lake, hailed by Bradt Travel Guides as “one of
  • the World’s greatest boat trips.”

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Tirana / Shkodra – Theth National Park – Blue Eye – Theth
  2. Day 2 Theth – Grunas Waterfall – Theth
  3. Day 3 Theth National Park – Valbona Pass – Valbona Valley National Park
  4. Day 4 Valbona Valley – “Piramida18” – Valbona Valley
  5. Day 5 Valbona Valley - Komani Lake – Shkoder or Tirana
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Operated by

Choose Balkans

Number of tours

87

Age Range

2 to 90 years old

Response time

4 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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    4.8
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    4.8
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    Excellent
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    4.5
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  • Peaks of the Balkans Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 5 days reviewer 1
    · October 26th, 2024
    The mountain guide Albi is very knowledgeable of the Albanian culture and history. I enjoyed not only the hiking experience but also the interaction with the local people as well. Everything worked out really well from accommodation, food and transportation. I highly recommend this unique tour for adventurous travelers.
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    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Thank you for your kind feedback, we are so glad you had an enjoyable time in Albania and got to experience the warm and wonderful hospitality our country has to offer. Albi also enjoyed taking you on your hiking adventure and we really hope to welcome... Show more
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    Trip date: October 2024
  • CG
    · September 1st, 2024
    This was a great tour! We loved the hikes we did, especially Valbona pass and the hike into the mountains from our place in Valbona. Our guide, Albi, was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable, engaging, and did his best to make sure all of us had a good time. He shared information about the culture of the area, history, and was happy to answer all of our questions. The only thing that I wish had been different was the last day, which was a long day of bus, boat and van driving back to Tirana. Albi did his best to make it as painless as possible but it was a lot of sitting! Not sure anything could have been done differently though, given that we were in a remote part of the country. Administratively, I think communication from Choose Balkans coild have been better from the outset about the need to carry our packs the whole way. We didn’t have a problem with it, but we also didn’t know til after we signed up that this was required. I think a few people on our hike would have been happier had they known.
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    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Dear Christine, Thank you so much for your detailed feedback and for sharing your experience in the Albanian Alps! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the hikes, especially Valbona Pass and the trek from Valbona. Albi is indeed one of our best... Show more
    Trip date: August 2024
  • Peaks of the Balkans Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 5 days reviewer 3
    · June 29th, 2024
    Excellent comprehensive tour. I fully recommend it. Our tour guide Ilir was excellent and very accommodating.
    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Hello Parissa, it was a pleasure having you on the Pearls of Albania tour with Ilir and we hope you took away some wonderful memories of your time here. Hope to see you again, Best Regards, Choose Balkans Team
    Trip date: June 2024
  • CB
    · June 29th, 2024
    We had such a wonderful hike. Beautiful cournty and nature. We had fun, but it was hard, but we enjoied it so much. We had the best guide Ervin. We felt so save with him and he just know all about the mountains. He made our hike even more perfect.
    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Hi Charlotte, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time hiking the Peaks of the Balkans and enjoyed the breathtaking beauty of Theth, Valbona, and Koman Lake. It’s great to know that you had fun... Show more
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    Trip date: June 2024
  • MS
    · June 17th, 2024
    Klei our guide was excellent. Informed and sensitive to our needs. I found the itinerary difficult to understand at times.eg the distances to walk could be interpreted in 2 ways. The discription suitable for ages 9-90 is misleading, as the hikes are demanding. The hike on day 2 in Valbona , is rated difficult and only possible for the very fit, considering it is after the mountain pass of Theth to Valbone, which is tiring. Accommodation in Valbone, disappointing due to a scarcely functional bathroom. This has been detailed to Suzi. Thank you to the CB team, you were great communicators and always ready to help. We thououghtl enjoyed Tirana
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    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Dear Mary and Gavan, It was so lovely to meet you both and getting to show you through the North of Albania! It is great to hear our tour leader Klei was supportive and met your needs during the hike. We really appreciate your feedback and will do our... Show more
    Trip date: June 2024
  • CW
    · December 7th, 2023
    It was a very fun experience and everything was well organized. The tour guide was very informative and pretty charismatic. Also, i have to mention Mira, one of the travel agents of the Choose Balkans Team who helped us with information and advice on the local food and restaurants while we were staying in Tirana after the tour.
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    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Hello Christian A big thanks for such wonderful feedback! We are glad that you have enjoyed your tour with us and we are glad to have been part of your adventure. We look forward to welcoming you again soon. Kind Regards Choose Balkans Team
    Trip date: December 2023
  • ID
    · October 21st, 2023
    It has been a fantastic experience! Bring good hiking boots with you, since the mountains are high and the trails rough.
    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Dear Isabelle, Thank you for sharing your review and for choosing Choose Balkans! We're delighted to hear that you had a fantastic experience while exploring the Albanian Alps. It's essential to have the right gear when exploring mountainous terrain,... Show more
    Trip date: October 2023
  • Peaks of the Balkans Tour: Theth, Valbona & Koman Lake in 5 days reviewer 8
    · July 24th, 2023
    Best 14 days tour in the balkans
    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Hello Denis, Thank you for your positive feedback and kind words. We are so glad that you enjoyed the experience with us. You are always welcome to explore more. Warm Regards. Choose Balkans Team
    Trip date: May 2022
  • AW
    · July 2nd, 2023
    Albania is so beautiful and this was a great trip to appreciate the beauty and hospitality of the locals. The walks take you through ragged rocks, woodland paths and meadows and although tough at times with some long days the scenery thoroughly distracts you. Our trip was well organised and the local operator was very quick to reply to any questions we had and also kept in touch with us throughout the trip to ensure everything was okay. Our guide was very informative and very easy to get on with. An excellent trip in a country where tourism is still new. Go now before the masses!
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    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience in Albania! It's evident that the country's beauty and the warmth of its locals made a lasting impression on your trip. We hope more adventurers follow your footsteps and explore this beautiful... Show more
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    Trip date: June 2023
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    · August 13th, 2022
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    Efficient team and programs. Guide Égli is very professional, attentive and respectful of everyone's pace. Good exchanges, a very invigorating experience.
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    Choose Balkans commented on this review
    Hello Franoise, Thank you for your positive feedback and kind words. We are so glad that you enjoyed the experience with us. You are always welcome to explore more. Warm Regards. Choose Balkans Team
    Trip date: August 2022

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