Track Of Balkans Classic Via Komani Lake
A complete cross-border mountain traverse through wild alpine landscapes, traditional shepherd trails, and dramatic 2,000-meter passes across three Balkan countries.

Trip Days
11 Days

Difficulty
Hard

Max Altitude
2,656 m

Type
Trekking & Scenic
Track Of Balkans Classic Via Komani Lake
This 11-day circular expedition is one of the most complete mountain journeys in the Balkans. Designed for strong hikers, the route connects remote valleys, high alpine passes, and three countries Albania, Kosovo, and Montenegro before returning through the iconic Valbona Pass.
Beginning in Shkodra, the adventure leads into Valbona Valley before crossing the dramatic Perçlopit Pass (2,030 m) toward the remote shepherd settlements of Çerem and Dobërdol. Summit Gjeravica Peak (2,656 m) the highest mountain in Kosovo and continue across the legendary Three-Border region into Montenegro’s wild Grbaja Valley.
The journey then re-enters Albania via high mountain trails to Theth, where waterfalls and the Blue Eye spring offer a scenic contrast before completing the circuit back to Valbona Pass.
This is a true Balkan alpine traverse remote, demanding, and deeply rewarding.
Tour Overview
Start / End
Shkodra / Tirana
Countries
Albania ↔ Kosovo ↔ Montenegro ↔ Albania
Tour Type
High alpine passes, rocky ridgelines, forest trails, shepherd paths, glacial valleys
Duration
11 Days / 10 Nights
Difficulty
Moderate to Hard (Designed for experienced hikers comfortable with long days and sustained ascents.)
Accomodation
Mountain guesthouses & small local hotels
Best season
June – September
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Day 1 - Arrival in Shkoder
Exploring the city
Dinner & overnight stay in Shkoder -
Day 2 - Arrival in Valbona (Albania)
Transfer from Shkodër/Tirana, via Koman Lake or Kosovo
Optional acclimatization walks
Overnight: Guesthouse, Valbona
Hiking: Optional
Ascent / Descent: negligible -
Day 3 – Valbona → Çerem (via Perçlopit Pass)
Distance: ~18 km
Time: 7–8 hrs
Ascent: ↑ 950–1,050 m
Descent: ↓ 850–900 m
Highest point: Perçlopit
Pass (~2,030 m)
Difficulty: Hard
Notes: Limited water after Valbona, early start recommended
Overnight: Guesthouse, Çerem -
Day 4 – Çerem → Dobërdol
Distance: ~15 km
Time: 6–7 hrs
Ascent: ↑ 750–850 m
Descent: ↓ 500–600 m
Terrain: Alpine meadows, shepherd trails
Difficulty: Moderate–Hard
Overnight: Guesthouse / mountain hut, Dobërdol -
Day 5– Dobërdol → Gjeravica Peak- Gacaferi (Kosovo)
Distance: ~18 km
Time: 6–7 hrs
Ascent: ↑ 600–700 m
Descent: ↓ 900–1,000
Border crossing: Albania → Kosovo
Difficulty: Moderate
Overnight: Guesthouse, Gacaferi (Kosovo) -
Day 6 – Gacaferi (Kosovo) – Babinopolje Plave-Vuthaj (Montenegro) Via Threborder
Distance: ~15 km
Time: 6–7 hrs
Ascent: ↑ 700-750 m
Descent: ↓ 1,500 m-1100 m
Border crossing: Albania → Kosovo- Montenegro
Difficulty: Moderate
Overnight: Guesthouse, Vuthaj (Montenegro) -
Day 7 – Vusanje (Montenegro) → Theth (Albania)
Distance: ~20 km
Time: 7–8 hrs
Ascent: ↑ 1,050–1,150 m
Descent: ↓ 900–1,000 m
Border crossing: Montenegro → Albania
Difficulty: Hard Overnight: Guesthouse, Theth -
Day 8 – Exploring Theth - Syri i Kalter - Grunas Waterfall
Distance: ~15–17 km
Time: 6–7 hrs
Ascent: ↑ 600–750 m
Descent: ↓ 600–750 m
Highest point: ~1,000–1,100 m
Difficulty: Moderate Overnight: Guesthouse, -
Day 9 – Theth → Valbona
Distance: ~17 km
Time: 7–8 hrs
Ascent: ↑ 950–1,050 m
Descent: ↓ 1,050–1,150 m
Valbona Pass (~1,800 m)
Difficulty: Hard
Overnight: Guesthouse, Valbona / departure -
Day 10 – Valbona - Prizeren - Tirane
Departure form Valbona
Break & city exploring in Prizeren
Arrival & overnight in Tirana -
Day 11 – Tirana - Airport
Transfer to Tirana Airport for departure.
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