Day 1 – Travel from Tirana / Tirana Airport / Shkodra to Valbona
Your journey toward the Albanian Alps begins early in the morning, with organized departures from several locations.
05:30 AM – Departure from Tirana: Meeting point at Rruga Asim Vokshi, near the “Gazheli” gas station.
06:00 AM – Departure from Tirana Airport: Meeting point near the “Alpet” gas station.
06:45 AM – Departure from Shkodra: Meeting point in the city center, in front of Hotel Rozafa.
From here, you will travel toward Koman Lake, enjoying scenic views of mountains and rural villages along the way.
Important Note: Due to high demand, hotel pick-up at your accommodation is not available. Please select one of the designated meeting points and confirm your departure city when booking.
08:30 AM – Arrival at Koman Lake and ferry boarding.
09:00 AM – Boat Ride: from Koman Lake to Shala River. Enjoy a spectacular journey by boat through Koman Lake.
10:30 AM – Arrive at Shala River: Spend time swimming, relaxing, or exploring this remote and beautiful location.
14:00 PM – Departure from Shala River to Fierza: Reboard the same boat for a scenic continuation to Fierza (approx. 2 hours).
16:00 PM – Arrival in Fierza & Minivan Transfer to Valbona: Upon arrival, a shared minivan will be waiting to transfer you to Valbona Valley. The driver will drop you off directly at your accommodation.
17:00 PM – Arrival in Valbona: Check into your accommodation (not included). Spend the evening relaxing and preparing for the hike the following day.

Day 2 – Self-Guided Hike from Valbona to Theth
This day is dedicated to the Valbona–Theth hike, one of the most scenic trails in the Balkans.
Start early, ideally no later than 07:00 AM, to allow enough time and avoid midday heat. Many guesthouses offer transport to the trailhead for an extra fee, so confirm this in advance.
Once at the trailhead, follow the GPS map provided one day before your trip.
Hike details:
Distance: ~17 km
Duration: 6–8 hours
Elevation gain: ~1000 m
Trail: Well-marked with panoramic views
The route passes through forests, alpine meadows, and mountain passes.
Important: This is a moderately challenging hike. Wear proper shoes, carry 2–3L of water, snacks, sun protection, and suitable clothing.

Arrival in Theth & Return Options
You will arrive in Theth in the afternoon.
Option 1: Stay overnight (not included) and return the next day at 11:00 AM to Shkodra, then continue to Tirana at 14:00.
Option 2: Return the same day if you arrive before 17:00.
Return point: Theth village center (Minimarket Jezerca). Duration to Shkodra: approx. 2 hours.

Trip Information Provided Before Departure
One day before departure, you will receive via WhatsApp or email:
• Transport tickets (PDF)
• GPS hiking map
• Full itinerary with contacts

Additional Notes
Transfers between Tirana are NOT INCLUDED in the price, but can be arranged (payment to driver).
The hike can also be done in reverse (Theth → Valbona) if requested during booking.