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Semi – Private Hiking Tour; Peaks of the Balkans Trail in 7 Days

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7 days (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

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!

What's Included

  • Breakfast
  • Entry tickets for the ‘’will be visited’’ sites
  • Tourist taxes; Road taxes; Petrol
  • Lunches, Dinners, Drinks & Snacks, One meal cost about 12 - 15 euros
  • Souvenirs, Personal spending
  • Other local transfers not mentioned in the included section
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

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.

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Meeting point
End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Day 1

Tirana – Shkoder – Tamarë – Lëpushë - Talijanka peak – Vuthaj (Montenegro)

3 Stops

Day 2

Vuthaj - Theth (Albania)

1 Stop

Day 3

Theth – Valbona Pass – Valbona

1 Stop

Day 4

Valbona – Cerem

1 Stop

Day 5

Cerem – Doberdol

1 Stop

Day 6

Doberdol – Gjeravica (Kosovo) – Gropat e Erenikut – Gjakove

1 Stop

Day 7

Gjakova – Tirana (Albania)

1 Stop

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • This tour requires some hiking experience and good physical condition.
  • You will be carrying your belongings with you during the trek so we recommend you pack lightly. For any excess luggage you will need to book excess luggage transportation or pre arrange luggage storage in Tirana. Luggage transportation during the tour might be possible depending on availability for an additional fee of minimum 770€ (one person) or €385 per person for groups.
  • If you have enjoyed your experience, tipping is a wonderful way to show gratitude for your tour leader / driver efforts and dedication.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Semi – Private Hiking Tour; Peaks of the Balkans Trail in 7 Days?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-10132P40

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Breakfast
  • Entry tickets for the ‘’will be visited’’ sites
  • Tourist taxes; Road taxes; Petrol
  • Transport provided by the company from Gjakova to Tirana on day 7
  • Shared accommodation in traditional guesthouse or shepherd’s hut. Room accommodates 2-5 travelers
  • Professional tour leader
  • Hotel pick up in Tirana or Shkoder
  • Local Transport from Gerbaj to Vuthaj on day 1
  • Transport provided by the company from Tirana to Lepsuhe on day 1
  • Hotel drop off in Tirana or Shkoder
  • Local Transport from Gropat e Erenikut to Gjakova on day 6
  • Lunches, Dinners, Drinks & Snacks, One meal cost about 12 - 15 euros
  • Souvenirs, Personal spending
  • Other local transfers not mentioned in the included section
  • Everything that is not mentioned in the included

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • This tour requires some hiking experience and good physical condition.
  • Private rooms are possible on 40 Euros extra charge per night per room based on availability
  • You will be carrying your belongings with you during the trek so we recommend you pack lightly. For any excess luggage you will need to book excess luggage transportation or pre arrange luggage storage in Tirana. Luggage transportation during the tour might be possible depending on availability for an additional fee of minimum 770€ (one person) or €385 per person for groups.
  • If you have enjoyed your experience, tipping is a wonderful way to show gratitude for your tour leader / driver efforts and dedication.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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