Hiking Tour of Valbona, Theth & Blue Eye in 3 Days from Tirana
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72 hours
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With the magnificent mountain scenery as your backdrop, you’ll be traveling on Lake Koman and do one of the most panoramic hikes in northern Albania on a historic trail from Valbona to Theth, a path that has been used for centuries for trade and exchanging goods. To add to your authentic experience of Albania, you stay at traditional, family-based guesthouses where you usually get welcomed not as a customer, but rather as a family guest.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Shared rooms for the overnights (private rooms available on request @ 20 euros per night)
Breakfast of the First Day & Dinner of the Last Day
Drinks & Beverages
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Tirana – Koman Lake – Valbona
Accommodations
Traditional Guesthouse. Shared or Private Room
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Traditional Lunch at the Guesthouse. Appropriate also for Vegetarians and Vegans.
DINNER
Dinner
Traditional Dinner at the Guesthouse. Appropriate also for Vegetarians and Vegans.
Tirana
We will leave Tirana at 5:00 am to drive toward the Koman Lake and depart at 9:00 am to the other side of the lake, Fierza.
Koman
From 1985 this manmade lake is the only way how locals who live in the surroundings get in touch with the modern world. Driving from Fierza to Valbona will needs around 45 minutes, passing through Bajram Curri, the municipally of the area.
Valbona
Lunch break in Valbona and hiking in Kukaj, a very remote area in Valbona Valley surroundings when we will see how the people do their living.
Hiking from Valbona – Theth
Accommodations
Traditional Guesthouse. Private or Shared Room
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Traditional Lunch at the Guesthouse. Appropriate also for Vegetarians and Vegans.
DINNER
Dinner
Traditional Dinner at the Guesthouse. Appropriate also for Vegetarians and Vegans.
Valbona Pass
Also called as the Big Day of the tour, we now set off on the thrilling hike from Valbona to Theth following the ancient path that the locals have been using for years. Back in the day, it was only possible to travel from Valbona to Shkoder on foot taking two full days of walking! Walking on this path we will pass through the oldest part of the village where people are still living in their more than 100-year-old stone houses that are remarkable remnants of the past. The 18-km trek offers spectacular views of long rocky valleys and lush green forests. We stop for lunch at one of the traditional cafés along the way but do stock up on snacks just in case.
Theth
After trekking for about 7-8 hours we arrive in Theth that will for sure amaze us with its unique nature, history, and traditions including the village’s symbol, the Lock-In Tower. Overnight and dinner at the guesthouse.
Theth – Blue Eye - Shkoder – Tirana
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Grunasi Waterfall
After breakfast at the Guesthouse, the” Gurnas” Waterfall is the next attraction. Around 45 minutes walk from the center of the village the round to their pass through most of the village into soft hilly terrain.
Blue Eye of Theth
Situated around 10 km from the centre of Theth, this natural water pool is the main destination of the third day. With a depth of 5 m and icy waters (5°C), the Blue Eye is formed by the erosion of rock by the water that descends from the mountains. Picnic lunch at the Blue Eye and return to the guesthouse in the afternoon.
Living Theth behind and driving for around 3 hours, we will reach Shkoder, the biggest city of the Albanian North. Free time in Shkoder and return to Tirana in the evening, where it is the end of our tour ends.
Options
Group Tour of Valbona Theth
Pickup included
Reviews
60 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great hiking tour
Eve S,
May 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a great hiking tour - the main hike was truly incredible with amazing views and it was great learning more about Albania. The guest houses were comfortable and food delicious and generous portions. The tour ran very smoothly, we had an injury in our group and the guide went above and beyond to make sure they got back safely. Daniel, our guide, was a very interesting and knowledgable man and truly made the tour unique. I would recommend moderate fitness for the tour as main hike is tough, but well worth it, and you are required to carry your bags (so pack light!)
Incredible trip and fantastic guide
Aisling K,
Jun 13, 2023
- Viator
5.00Had the most fantastic couple of days on this hiking trip with a great little group. Our guide Jozef was amazing, so much energy and humour, and the small group dynamic was lovely from the start. It’s an early morning pickup and a longish travel, but the scenery keeps you very occupied. We had great late lunch on arrival to the first guesthouse, and an afternoon walk for viewpoints in the valley. The huge advantage of going with the tour is how the logistics are all sorted and meals covered - only drinks not included. The climb from valbona to the top is moderately difficult, people of all ages taking the trail, but would recommend a good hiking boot for the grip and comfort. Jozef was awesome in keeping us on track and going as fast or slow as we wanted, and we all encouraged each-other to the top. The views are stunning the whole way, you want to walk backwards so you don’t miss anything! Plenty of time at the top to rest, take photos, before coming a little way down for lunch. The descent is fairly straightforward with lots of forest cover, although a little scrabbly towards the end. The guesthouse in Theth was super comfortable with good wifi and shower/room - you sure appreciate that shower! Had a wonderful evening meal with company, really laughed so much, great camaraderie. The walk in Theth and the waterfall the next morning was super pleasant and not too taxing - wish I’d brought my swimsuit for a dip in the waterfall. We had a bit of delay to go back to Tirana because of traffic, but stopped for late lunch by the lake in Shkoder (not included - pay per person) for yet another great meal together. Overall would really recommend this tour - as a solo traveller it took all the logistical hassle out of the hike. Jozef was an awesome guide, had great communication from Andi ahead of the trip. The nature and views are incredible and I’d do it again in a heartbeat!
Sheer brilliance of Albania
deutsher,
Jul 19, 2022
- Viator
5.00Well….all I can say is this: DO THIS 2night 3day trek through the most beautiful countryside of Albania. It’s the perfect way to take in all the senses of the “real Albania”. Small group, excellent meals and a wonderful guide- Gavin.
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