Northern Albania Mini Tour | 4 Days
This tour has definitely.
Waring: There is a high chance of personal growth during this experience. On this tour you’ll explore natural wonders such as canyons, natural pools and waterfalls walking along river and a mountain pass. Discover the hospitality of Albanian highlanders and enjoy food, raki and their knowledge about life and nature.
HIGHLIGHTS
– The Blue Eye of Theth and its Natural Pools
– Lunch in the picturesque town of Shiroke
– The warm hospitality of rural families
– Grunas waterfall and Canyon hike
– Mrizi i Zanave Slow Food Agrotourism
ItineraryDay 1: Shkoder via KrujeStop At: Kruje, Kruje, Durres County
We start our journey from Tirana, directly to the city of Kruja.
Set off on a guided tour of Dollma Bektashi Teqe, the surroundings and the Castle itself, the Skanderbeg Museum and the Ethnographic Museum.
- You will have free time to wander around the Old Bazaar, with beautiful cobblestone alleys and lovely old architecture.
Head for lunch in a local restaurant in Kruja, with a tremendous view of the city and valley of Kruja.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Shkoder, Shkoder, Shkoder County
Transfer to Shkoder, get settled in the hotel and head out for a panoramic tour visiting the Old Town, St. Stephen’s Catholic Cathedral, Ebu Bekr Mosque, Pedonalja Street (the beating heart of Shkodra).
Enjoy amazing views and the fascinating history of the Rozafa Fortress.
Explore Shkoder on a guided tour in the afternoon, visiting the Old Town, St. Stephen’s Catholic Cathedral, Ebu Bekr Mosque, Pedonalja Street ( the beating heart of Shkodra).
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight in Hotel, 3 star
Day 2: Theth via Rozafa FortressStop At: Rozafa Castle, Rozafa, Shkoder Albania
Enjoy amazing views and the fascinating history of the Rozafa Fortress in the morning. Stop for a coffee break in the small town of Shiroke well – known by locals for its quietness and natural beauty.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Pass By: Theth National Park, Rruga Nikgjonaj Rruga Nikgjonaj, Nr.18, Theth 4009 Albania
Transfer to Theth, where on route you will stop in the mountain village of Boge and Thore Pass surrounded by mountains.
Enjoy lunch with one of the best views there is in the North.
Get settled in the guesthouse in Theth and have a relaxing afternoon and a walking guide of the village where a four century old tower used as reconciliation tower and the 100 – year – old, well-preserved church are the highlights, before a rustic dinner with a glass or two of Raki.
(For hiking aficionados there is the option of an early morning departure to Theth and going on a hike to one of the many trails in Theth like Valbona Pass, Peja Pass, Denhell)
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Guesthouse
Day 3: The Village, The Blue Eye of Theth & Grunas Waterfall and CanyonStop At: Theth National Park, Rruga Nikgjonaj Rruga Nikgjonaj, Nr.18, Theth 4009 Albania
Spend a day exploring Theth National Park on a leasure hike.
- Marvel at the view and sound of Grunas waterfall and Canyon.
- Enjoy a refreshing bath and a picnic lunch at the Natural pools
and the Blue Eye of Theth, after hiking through stunning scenery.
Return via local transportation in the guesthouse.
Duration: 7 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: pic nik
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Guesthouse
Day 4: Tirana via Mrizi i Zanave AgrotourismPass By: Fishte, Fishte, Lezhe County
Celebrate your morning before transferring to what is considered the best restaurant and Agrotourism in the country.
With its countryside settings in the village of Fishte and its Albanian Slow Food excellence, you will spend a couple of hours visiting the surrounding and tasting the best Albanian food there is.
Transfer to Tirana in the afternoon.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Hotel accommodation in Tirana is not included on tour
Informacion Adicional
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Infant seats available"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers"
Hora de Inicio:
9:00 AM
Duración: 4 Days
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
Tirana City Center (Hotel Pickup) Tirana
Durres City Center (Hotel Pickup) Durres
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.