From Mountain to Sea

Today we head towards the Accursed Mountains, also known as the Albanian Alps. E very remote region of Albania, home to some of the most natural beauties of our cuntry. We will be staying at Theth village, one of the most preserved villages in Albania Upon arrival, we will have a walk and visit the church and the Blood Feud Tower. Dinner and will be served at our guesthouse.

Today, we have an intense day, so have a solid breakfast and pack your bags. We are going to the village of Valbona. We will be starting our walk towards the pass which is at 1800m altitude. We will start our walk from 750, reach the pass and then descent to 900m. Our lunch will be a picnic one, and we will stop on a scenic part to enjoy it. Horses will be following us and will carry our luggage. Upon arrival, we will rest at the guesthouse. Free time in the afternoon to explore the village of Valbona. Local dinner will be served at the guesthouse.

Today is the first serious hiking day. We will leave from the guesthouse, headed towards the Rosi Pass, 2000m. This is an approx. 15km hike with a 1000m climb. We will follow the trail up to the Pass. Upon arrival, we will have our picnic lunch, which will be a constant in our hiking days. After lunch we will start descending towards the Guesthouse, where we will have our dinner.

We will have a early morning departure towards Tirana through the Komani Lake. We will drive to the ferry and navigate through one of the most scenic ferry rides, the Koman Lake. After the ride, we will hop on the van and have a 2 hours drive to Tirana. Upon arrival, we will have a stroll in the city center, and visit the principal attractions. Our dinneer will be at a traditional restaurant.

Today we will start getting closer to coast. We will spend the night in Llogara park. On the way we will stop in the Apollonia Archaeological Park, where we will visit ruins dating back to the Illyrian time. After lunch we will head towards Llogara. Upon arrival, we can decide to have a small walk in the paths surrounding the area. Dinner will be served at the hotel.

Today, we will head to the sea side village of Qeparo. On the way we will make a small walk towards one of the most beautiful beaches in Albania, Gjipe, where you can have a swim in the turquoise water. After the walk we will continue our journey. Upon arrival you will have free time to enjoy the beach, or to explore the old village. Fish based dinner will be served at the hotel.

Today we will continue our way south, towards the city of Saranda. Before checking in at the hotel, we will visit the UNESCO archeological site of Butrint. After the visit, we will have a fish based lunch. Free time to the amazing Ksamil beach, and the 3 small islands surrounding it. After some time at the beach, we will be heading to the city, where we will check in at the hotel. Free time in afternoon to discover the city. Dinner will be fish or meat based, according to your preferences.

Today we will continue our way towards Gjirokastra. But first, we will stop in the Blue Eye spring. After this coffee break, we will arrive in Gjirokaster, where a wonderful lunch will be waiting for us. In the afternoon we will visit the castle as well as the arms museum.Free time in the evening to explore the city. Traditional dinner will be waiting for us at a picturesque restaurant.

Today we will head towards our final destination, Tirana. On the way we will visit the city of Durres and it’s amazing Roman theater. After lunch, we will continue our drive towards Tirana, where upon arrival, we will have to say goodbye.