Peaks of the Balkans Trail in 7 days – Choose Balkans Route
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About the Activity
The Peaks of the Balkans are a collection of beautiful and spectacular mountains shared between Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro. In 7 days, you will cross the border multiple times, go from one extraordinary landscape to the other and experience life away from civilization. An adventure exploring some of the most beautiful mountain peaks in the world!7 days
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Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Hotel pick up and Drop off in Tirana or Podgorica
Accommodation for 6 night in simple homestay/guesthouse//lodge- style or shepherd’s hut
Professional tour leader
Transport provided by the company ; Transport by 4x4 wheel drive from Gropat e Erenikut to Gjakova
Food and drink : Breakfast. x 6
Cross Border Pass
Tourist taxes; Road taxes; International car insurance; Petrol
Lunches, Dinners, Drinks & Snacks, One meal cost about 12 - 15 euros
Souvenirs, Personal spending
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Tamare
Tamare, AlbaniaOur tour leader will come and pick you up at your hotel in Tirana or Podgorica at 6:00 am. We will drive towards Tamarë in North Albania and pass the city of Shkoder. From Tamarë, we will begin our hiking adventure of the Peaks of the Balkans. The Peaks of the Balkans are part of the Dinaric Alps that start all the way in Slovenia and end in the southeast of Albania. The Albanian Alps are even the highest section of the Dinaric Alps. We will get to explore them in the days to come.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Lepushe
Lepushe, AlbaniaWe will arrive in the small village of Lëpushë, known for its stunning nature and for us a great resting point after an exciting first day. The name Lëpushë refers to the yellow flower that you can find there in the spring season. In the North of Albania, they are known for many delicious bio-dishes with products from the region. Their culinary is unique, tasty and can only be found in these areas. You will have the chance to try these during the tour.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Our destination for today is Vuthaj, but first we will hike to the Talijanka peak. Here we will cross the border from Albania to Montenegro. Mount Talijanka itself is located in Grbaje Valley in Montenegro. This valley is U-shaped and surrounded by the grey sharp mountain peaks. The Talijanka peak is considered to be one of the most beautiful of the Balkan Peaks. The view of dramatic grey extraordinary-shaped mountains is a sight that even the professional hiker will be amazed by. From this peak, you can also see Lake Plav in Montenegro. We will take a minivan for the last 40 minutes to Vuthaj in Montenegro. In Vuthaj you will have the opportunity to visit the Ali Pasha springs, which is about a 40 – minute walk from the guest house, or you can reminisce on the spectacular views you have seen today. Overnight in a guest house in Vuthaj. 2 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
Accommodation
- . Overnight in a guest house in Vuthaj.
Meals : Not Included
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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We can pick you up from your hotel in Shkoder free of charge.View Location
End point
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We can pick you up from your hotel in Shkoder free of charge.View Location
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- The tour departs from Choose Balkans Office. On request (at least 12 hours before tour departure) we can pick you up from your hotel in Tirana free of charge.
- Travelers will be picked up 30 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour requires some hiking experience and good physical condition.
- Mule or horse caravan, to carry heavy luggage, is available on request with an extra charge of 100 Euros per horse/mule/day. A horse can carry between 30 – 35 kg.
- * The accommodation is based in traditional and simple homestay/guesthouse/lodge- style or shepherd’s hut with basic bathroom amenities. Each room typically accommodates two to five travelers, and it might be necessary for male and female groups to share a room, unless you book a private room. Private rooms are possible on 35 Euros extra charge per night per person based on availability.
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cannot be cancelled or amended without incurring a 100% penalty; i.e., the refund amount will be zero.- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
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