Rental car, hiking & tradition in the Albanian Alps - INTI Tours
8 days active on the road in Albania
Have you ever heard of the Albanian Alps? They form the northern border of the country and are considered a true nature and hiking paradise. The mountains are now well developed and invite you to fabulous hiking tours between rugged rock faces. Valbona is considered the most beautiful Balkan valley and is waiting to be discovered. In short, this is a trip for hiking enthusiasts and nature lovers, peppered with cultural delights.
Note: You can book exactly the same trip with a driver guide, if you do not want to travel alone with the rental car.
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Tirana Wandern in den Albanischen Alpen Koman-See & Valbona-Tal Besteigung des Rama Falte Theth: Steinhäuser & Wasserfall Qafa e Pejes Shkoder Kruje
Itinerary
Tirana
Arrival in Tirana and transfer to your hotel. Visit to the capital Tirana. Founded in 1614, the city has been the capital of the country since 1920 and is considered the cultural centre of the country. During the day you will have the opportunity to discover the city, known for its colourful buildings and successful coexistence between religions. A visit to the National History Museum, located in Skanderbeg Square, will introduce you to Albania's rich history. In this square you can also visit the Et'hem Beu Mosque, which was preserved during the communist era thanks to its historical value. Right next door are other sights such as the Opera House, the so-called Clock Tower, the Palace of Culture and the Orthodox and Catholic Cathedrals. Afterwards, you can visit the Pyramid, which houses a museum about the life of the former dictator Enver Hoxha. And if the weather is good, you can take a walk through the park of Tirana's man-made lake. Overnight in Tirana at the Comfort Hotel.
Tirana Airport > Tirana, approx. 25 min (15 km).
Koman Valbone
Today you start early in the morning (5:30 am) towards the Albanian Alps in the Valbona Valley. First you will cross Lake Koman by ferry. The journey takes about two and a half to three hours and you will have the opportunity to see impressive landscapes very similar to the fjords in Scandinavia. Upon arrival in Valbona, you will tour the region and eventually meet with residents of a village where you will have dinner and spend the night. Overnight stay in a guesthouse in Valbone.
Hiking altitude difference: 150 + 150 metres
Tirane > Koman, approx. 2h 50 min 136 km
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Valbone Valley
Today you will undertake a varied hike with ascent of the Rama Fold at an altitude of 1,800 metres. During this tour of about three to four hours in the heart of the Albanian Alps, a breathtaking view of the country awaits you. Once you have reached your destination, fresh delicacies made in the village of Valbona await you as a reward for your efforts. Afterwards, enjoy some well-deserved rest in Valbona or explore the surrounding area. Overnight in a guesthouse in Valbone.
Altitude difference: 850+ 850-
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Hike to Theth
Today you will hike through the Valbona Valley from Valbona to Theth. The hike itself takes about 6 -7 hours and offers a view like a postcard. A local guide accompanies you and the luggage is transported by mules. Overnight in a guesthouse in Theth.
Altitude difference: 800+ 1000-
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Hiking around Theth
The beautiful mountain landscapes continue to accompany you on your walk around Theth today. Stone houses in small villages and the high towers characteristic of the area, where those who were outlawed because of the blood feud found shelter, lie along the route. You will also pass gorges or the waterfall of Theth. The waterfall and its surroundings are also known as the "Blue Eye". Overnight in a guesthouse in Theth.
Altitude difference: 250+ 250-
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Hiking around Theth
The third day in Theth is dedicated to a hike towards the Peja Pass (alb. Qafa e Pejes). The hike of 6-7 hours and an altitude difference of almost 1,000 metres will be somewhat strenuous, but you will be rewarded with fantastic nature experiences. Overnight stay in a guesthouse in Theth.
Altitude difference: 950+ 950-
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Shkoder - Kruje
Today you leave Theth and drive to Shkoder. Inhabited since prehistoric times, the town today represents a symbol of deep harmony between religious weddings. The city hosts places of different cults, namely those of the Muslims, the Catholics and the Orthodox. Shkoder is considered the capital of northern Albania and has been a city of great importance to the region since ancient times. Legends, different architectural styles, museums and art workshops enliven the city in many ways. Later, we continue to Kruje, which is very close to the Albanian capital. In the 15th century, Kruje was the scene of many battles between the Ottomans and the Albanians. The Albanians resisted the Ottomans for 25 years under the command of Skanderbeg, who was the national hero of the Albanians at that time. If you visit the city, you will learn more about this figure, one of the most famous in Europe. The old bazaar is also worth a visit. Overnight in Kruje at the Panorama Hotel.
Theth > Shkoder, approx. 2h 76 km.
Shkoder > Kruje, approx. 1h 20 min 83 km
- Breakfast
Journey home
Transfer to the airport according to your flight schedule. Full of unforgettable hiking memories in the Albanian Alps, you start your journey home.
Tirana > Tirana Airport, ca. 25min
- Breakfast
- Subject to change -
Dates & Prices
This is a sample trip as it has already been arranged by us for customers and carried out in this way. Feel free to call us or contact us here via the contact form. |
Included services
- Accommodation in 3* hotels and guesthouses
- Breakfast from the 2nd to the 8th day
- All meals from 2nd to 6th day in Valbona and Theth
- Transfer from Tirana to Koman Lake, on the 2nd day
- Mule for the transport of the luggage on the 4th day
- Transfer of the car in Shkodra
- Rental car for 2 days
- Roadbook with all necessary information for the trip
- cell phone with an Albanian number
- Airport transfer day 1 and day 8
- Assistance during the trip
Additional fees / not included
- Flight (separate offer)
- Deposit for the rental car (100 Euro)
- Gasoline for the rental car
- Transportation to the north of Albania: Ferry at Lake Koman (approx. 6 Euro per person), local minibus Fierze - Valbone (approx. 5 Euro per person), local minibus Theth - Shkoder (approx. 10 Euro per person)
- Additional meals and drinks
- Travel insurance (luggage, health insurance, cancellation insurance)
Visa requirements for this trip
VISA DETAILS ALBANIA:
You will need a passport or identity card as your travel document. Travel documents must be valid for at least three months at the time of entry. The requirements of individual airlines regarding the documents to be carried by their passengers differ in part from the government regulations.
Entry requirements for German citizens may change at short notice! Legally binding information on entry requirements can only be obtained directly from the embassy or one of the consulates general of your destination country.
Detailed information on entry regulations can be found on the website of the German Foreign Office:
If you are a citizen of a country other than Germany, please let us know your nationality when making your inquiry or booking so that we can inform you about the corresponding entry requirements. Thank you very much!
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