North Albania Full Trek
Hike remote valleys, cross legendary peaks, and immerse yourself in authentic mountain village life.

Trip Days
8 Days

Difficulty
Moderate

Max Altitude
1.100m

Type
Trekking & Cultural
North Albania Full Trek
Explore the untouched northern Albanian Alps on this 8-day Peaks of the Balkans trek. Experience remote alpine villages, dramatic valleys, and challenging mountain passes. Trek Vajusha Peak and descend into Gerbaj, hike the Theth and Valbona valleys, cross Cerem, and summit Gjeravica for panoramic views.
Luggage is transferred by horse along the way, so you can focus on trekking and scenery.
Perfect for travelers seeking a combination of adventure, culture, and alpine landscapes.
Tour Overview
Start / End
Shkodra / Tirana
Countries
Albania, Montenegro, Kosovo
Tour Type
Trekking & Cultural Adventure
Duration
8 days / 7nights
Difficulty
Moderate to challenging (6–9 hrs/day hiking, 750–1,100 m elevation changes)
Accomodation
Hotels & Guesthouses
Best season
June – September
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Day 1 – Shkodra Arrival
Pick-up at airport.
Visit Rozafa Castle.
Overnight in hotel.
Dinner included. -
Day 2 – Shkodra → Lepusha
Drive from Shkodra to Lepusha.
Afternoon walk in Lepusha surroundings.
Overnight in guesthouse.
Breakfast & dinner included. -
Day 3 – Lepusha → Vuthaj via Vajusha Peak
Hike from Lepusha to Vajusha Peak, descend to Gerbaj.
Short transfer to Vusanje; luggage transferred by horse.
Overnight in guesthouse.
Breakfast, packed lunch & dinner included. -
Day 4 – Vusanje → Theth
Hike from Vusanje to Theth.
Luggage transferred by horse.
Overnight in guesthouse.
Breakfast, packed lunch & dinner included. -
Day 5 – Theth → Valbona
Trek from Theth to Valbona.
Luggage transferred by horse.
Overnight in guesthouse.
Breakfast, packed lunch & dinner included. -
Day 6 – Valbona → Cerem → Doberdol
Trek from Valbona to Cerem via Lugu i Percllopit.
Hike from Cerem to Doberdol.
Luggage transferred by horse.
Overnight in mountain hut.
Breakfast, packed lunch & dinner included. -
Day 7 – Doberdol → Gjeravica → Zalli i Rupes → Prizren
Trek Doberdol to Gjeravica, then descend to Zalli i Rupes.
Transfer to Prizren.
Overnight in hotel.
Breakfast & packed lunch included. -
Day 8 – Prizren → Tirana Airport
Transfer to Tirana airport for departure.
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