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Hiking in Wild Albania
An adventurous trip for the curious traveler
8 dagar
Vandring Self-Guided trip
01/05/2027 - 30/09/2027
Level 4
7 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners
From 14 050 SEK
Albania is a unique country and one of Europe's best-kept secrets. Here dramatic mountains with high peaks, deep valleys and wild untouched nature await exploration. After the fall of communism in 1991, the country opened up to visitors, and the welcoming population makes the trip even more memorable. This exciting trip goes to the Albanian Alps, also known as "The Accursed Mountains", with the well-known national parks Theth and Valbona. You visit remote regions where farming life is the same as it has been for centuries. The rugged landscape, history and culture have created a natural isolation through the ages – memories of old blood feuds and rich folklore still live on here.
You can choose between two itineraries: The one that includes Dobërdol goes the highest and is only suitable from June, as snow often remains at altitude before then. The other itinerary works well from May onwards. It is days 2-5 that differ.
Tour Highlights
Hiking through Theth & Valbona National Parks
Europe's most beautiful ferry ride across Lake Koman
Hiking to glacier lakes & views of Trekufiri
Through the UNESCO-protected Gashi Nature Park
Charming villages and hospitality with home-cooked food
Program
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7 Breakfasts and 2 Dinners included
You land at the airport and travel approximately 30 minutes to our hotel in the capital Tirana. In the afternoon, there is a joint briefing where our local representative goes through everything you need to know before the hiking trip in the Albanian Alps. After that, we recommend a city walk in Tirana and dinner at a traditional restaurant. The city straddles west and east, present and past, and is a stimulating experience.
Level and standard
The hikes are full-day and suitable for the moderately fit hiker. The trails are good but a bit rougher in Theth and Valbona. Length and elevation gain are stated in the itinerary. We include transfers to the most remote areas; a couple of stretches then go on unpaved roads and the vehicles often lack seatbelts. Luggage is transported by car or horse, so you must pack in soft bags.
You stay alternately at hotels, guesthouses and mountain lodges. The hotels are mid-range and have private bathrooms. You get your own room except for a couple of nights when you share with others (stated in the day-by-day itinerary). The mountain accommodations have no elevator or air conditioning, but all the more local character and a warm welcome.
8 dagar / 7 nätter med Dobërdol
Accommodation: Standard
Price per person
8 dagar / 7 nätter
Accommodation: Standard
Price per person
The specified prices are per person and include
- 7 nights
- 7 breakfasts
- 2 dinners (Dobërdol program)
- Transportation according to the itinerary
- Luggage transfers when changing hotels
- Roadbook in English with:
- Destination information
- Practical information
- Detailed directions
- Detailed maps
- 24-hour phone service
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