North Albania Full Trek

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

Hot Pick

€500

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

  • 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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