Peaks Of The Balkans – Small Group Hiking Tour In Albania, K

The journey begins at noon, immediately after arriving at Mother Teresa Airport. We drive to Shkodra, one of the oldest inhabited cities in Albania, with an over 2400-year-old history. Shkodra is the cultural, economic and political center of northern Albania. Numerous people, countries and cultures have left their traces on this city of culture. Many places, sights, monuments, memorials, statues and ruins, bear witness of this eventful history. After a brief exploration of the city, we will have dinner in a traditional restaurant. Accommodation is provided in Shkodra. (-/-/D)

The journey to the north begins right after breakfast. The road leads from Shkodra to Han i Hotit, then heads north, to the Albanian Alps. We travel through the region of Kelmend, the northernmost region of Albania, surrounded by stunning natural beauty. The trip through the steep Çem valley is exceptionally impressive and the winding road that leads to the village Grabom offers breath-taking views over the valley. Passing Tamara, the center of Kelmend, we will be transferred up to Selca. From here the hike up to the 30 meters high Sllapi waterfall starts. After a lunch break, transfer to Lëpushë, another village nestled into green hills and surrounded by beech forests. Dinner and accommodation will be provided in a guesthouse. (B/L/D)

Today’s hike will lead us through breath-taking scenery, in the border area between Albania and Montenegro. After breakfast, we will start with the hike of the day, following the trail which goes through the forest up to 1650 m altitude. Then, the hike continues in southern direction up to the 2059 m high Vajusha Peak. Once on the top of the mountain you will be rewarded with a magnificent view over the entire region. After a short photo break, we will cross the border into Montenegro and will follow the trail down to the Gërbajë valley, where dinner and accommodation are provided in a guesthouse. (B/Packed Lunch/D)