Discover the Albanian Alps (POB) – 6 Days of Hiking, Lakes & Mountain Life

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Discover the Albanian Alps (POB) – 6 Days of Hiking, Lakes & Mountain Life

6 Days

Discover the wild beauty of northern Albania on this unforgettable hiking adventure through the Albanian Alps and Montenegro prokletije. Stay in charming alpine hotels and guesthouses, savor traditional meals prepared with fresh local ingredients, and explore dramatic mountain landscapes shaped by towering peaks, glacial lakes, deep valleys, and crystal-clear rivers.

This tour is designed for active travelers with a moderate fitness level. Trails are non-technical but rewarding, offering breathtaking scenery every step of the way.

Trip Description

Discover the wild beauty of northern Albania on this unforgettable hiking adventure through the majestic Albanian Alps and the dramatic landscapes of Montenegro’s Prokletije Mountains. This immersive journey takes you deep into one of Europe’s last untouched mountain regions, where traditional villages, pristine nature, and authentic local culture come together to create a truly unique experience.

Throughout the tour, you will stay in charming alpine hotels and family-run guesthouses, where warm hospitality and comfort await after each day of exploration. Enjoy delicious traditional meals prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, offering a genuine taste of mountain life and regional culinary traditions passed down through generations.

Each day reveals a new side of the Alps: towering limestone peaks, glacial lakes shimmering in shades of blue and green, lush valleys dotted with shepherd huts, and crystal-clear rivers carving their way through spectacular landscapes. Along the trails, you’ll encounter remote villages where time seems to stand still, offering insight into the culture, history, and resilience of the local communities who call these mountains home.

Designed for active travelers with a moderate fitness level, this tour features non-technical yet rewarding hiking routes suitable for anyone comfortable walking several hours per day. The trails combine scenic mountain passes, panoramic viewpoints, forest paths, and alpine meadows, ensuring breathtaking scenery at every step without requiring advanced trekking skills.

More than just a hiking trip, this experience is a journey into the heart of the Balkans’ wild nature — a perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, cultural discovery, and unforgettable landscapes that will stay with you long after the journey ends.

Trip Highlights

  • Authentic stays in alpine guesthouses and hotels
  • Boat journey through the fjord-like Koman Lake
  • Traditional villages: Valbona, Theth, Vermosh Lepushe
  • Spectacular hikes through the Albanian Alps with selected trekks (Vusanje – Theth , Taljanka Volusnica Ridgeline, Valbona Pass, Blue Eye Theth)
  • Panoramic mountain passes and glacial lakes
  • Medium to medium+ difficulty hikes.
  • Traditional meals
From €850
/ Adult

Trip Info

  • From Durres/Airport/Shkoder