Welcome to the Balkans

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• Day 1: Arrival in Shkodra
  Arrive in Tirana and transfer to the historic town of Shkodra. Explore its charming Old Boulevard and rest up in a traditional guesthouse.

• Day 2: Lake Koman & Valbona Valley
  Sail through the fjord-like Lake Koman before heading to the breathtaking Valbona Valley. Enjoy a short hike to acclimatize to the Accursed Mountains.

• Day 3: Valbona to Cerem
  Begin your trek across Albania’s rugged trails, passing the Presllopi Pass and sampling local treats. Weather permitting, summit Kollata e Keqe, Montenegro’s highest peak.

• Day 4: Cerem to Doberdol
  Hike through dense forests and cross briefly into Montenegro before arriving at Doberdol, a remote alpine settlement on the Albanian border.

• Day 5: Summit Gjeravica & Enter Kosovo
  Cross into Kosovo and ascend Gjeravica (2656m), the country’s highest peak. Swim in glacial lakes and end the day at a cozy guesthouse.

• Day 6: Three Border Point & Milishevc
  Visit the Three Border Peak, where Albania, Montenegro, and Kosovo converge. Follow mountain ridges into the town of Milishevc.

• Day 7: Milishevc to Babino Polje
  Hike through flower-filled meadows and woodlands, crossing from Kosovo to Montenegro. Spend the night in the tranquil village of Babino Polje.

• Day 8: Grebaje Valley & Karanfili Massif
  Climb peaks in the Grebaje Valley, including Talijanka and Popadija, with striking views of the Karanfili Massif, known as the "Dolomites of the Balkans."

• Day 9: Cross to Theth
  Trek across challenging terrain back into Albania, visiting the glacial lakes of Jezerca and exploring the remote village of Theth.

• Day 10: Thethi National Park & Tirana
  Visit Theth’s iconic Blue Eye, a natural spring surrounded by vibrant colours. Return to Tirana for your departure.

• Guide: 10 days local guide (English speaking)
• Accommodation: (2 nights on hotels, 7 nights in shared rooms at guesthouses)
• Meals: All the meals during the tour (Breakfast, Picnic lunch and Dinner)
• Transfers: Airport transfers and other transport required by the itinerary
• Luggage transfers between guest houses 
• Entrance fees: All National Park entrance and Border Permits

Not Included:

• Flights 
• Travel Insurance
• Additional beverages and soft drinks
• Tips for guide and support team 

Required 

• Good Hiking shoes
• Day pack (20L – 35L)
• T-shirts 
• Sunhat, Sunglasses, Sun cream
• Ear Plugs
• Fleece Hat
• Rain jacket
• Warm fleece jacket or jumper
• Rain pants
• Long Sleeve Shirts (Synthetic, Lightweight)
• Trekking trousers
• Anti-bacterial hand gel
• Personal First Aid Kit/Medications (Lightweight)
• 2 x 1-liter water bottle
• Insect spray
• Water purification tablets

Optional 

• Flashlight or Headlamp
• Shorts
• Trekking poles 
• Trainers or sandals
• Bandana
• Liner Socks (Synthetic)
• Shoes for Travel and Free Time
• Casual Clothing for Travel and Town Wear (Lightweight, Easily Washable)
• Spare laces
• Luggage Tags and Locks
• Pen-knife and whistle
• Camera and Accessories
• Reading and Writing Materials