Peaks of the Balkans tour in 10 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 10 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!10 days
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Entry tickets for the ‘’will be visited’’ sites
Transport provided by the company
Hotel pick up and Hotel Drop off in Tirana
Tourist taxes
Accommodation for 9 nights in simple homestay/guesthouse//lodge- style or shepherd’s hut
International car insurance, Road Taxes, Petrol
Transport by 4x4 wheel drive from Junik to Prizren
Food and drink : Breakfast. x 9
Professional tour guide
Lunches, Dinners, Drinks & Snacks, One meal cost about 12 - 15 euros
One meal cost about 8-10 euros
Souvenirs and Personal Sepndings
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Tirana
Tirana, AlbaniaOur tour guide will come and pick you up at your hotel in Tirana at 6:00 am. • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Shkoder
Shkoder, AlbaniaWe will drive towards Tamarë in North Albania and pass the city of Shkoder. • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Tamare
Tamare, Albania3.5 km, 3-hours hike, level: easy, elevation: 868m, 1260m above sea level
From Tamarë, we will begin our hiking adventure of the Peaks of the Balkans. Here you can walk on a balcony where you can take the perfect picture with the mountains in the background – a nice way to start off the tour. 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.
We will drive a bit further from Tamarë until we reach the beginning of the Ujvara e Sllapit trail, which will be a 3-hour hike. On the way, you might be the lucky one to see a beautiful 70 meters high waterfall, because it should have rained that season in order for this waterfall to appear! The crystal-clear water comes from the top of the mountain and is drinkable. 4 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Lepushe
Lepushe, AlbaniaLater that day, we 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. Before ending this day, we will have some time left to walk and explore the area, in the far-reaching meadow landscapes. 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. 2 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationAccommodation
- Overnight in a guest house in Lëpushë.
Meals : Not Included
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Hotel pick up in ShkoderView Location
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Hotel pick up in Tirana View Location
End point
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Hotel pick up in ShkoderView Location
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Hotel pick up in Tirana 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 at Rr. Reshit Çollaku. On request (at least 12 hours before tour departure) we can pick you up at 6:00 am 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 a high level of physical fitness
- All participants are responsible for having their own health/travel insurance.
- Tour’s schedule or itinerary may be affected/adopted due to; weather, Acts of God, labour strikes, bank holidays, site temporary closure/renovation or other external forces outside the Company’s control.
- Tamarë – Lëpushë: elevation up to 868m, hiking 3-hours.
- Maja e Berishdolit elevation up to 900m, hiking 5-6 hours.
- Talijanka peak: elevation up to1100 m, hiking 6 hours.
- Vuthaj – Theth: elevation up to1150m, hiking 7 hours .
- Blue eye: elevation up to 789 m, hiking 3-4 hours one way.
- Valbona Pass: elevation up to 1050m, hiking 6 to 8 hours.
- Cerem: elevation up to 1100m m, 7 hours hike.
- Doberdol: elevation up to 800m, hiking 6-7 hours.
- Gjeravica – Junik: elevation up to 1000 m, hiking 6 hours.
- 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.
- This tour requires some hiking experience and good physical condition.
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.
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