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Self - Guided Peaks of the Balkans tour in 7 days

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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
  • Local transport provided through our partners from Tirana to Lepushe on day 1
  • Cross Border Pass; Road taxes; Petrol
  • Lunches, Dinners, Drinks & Snacks, one meal cost about 12 - 15 euros
  • Transfer from drop off point (Buss terminal) to your hotel on the last day
  • Other local transfers not mentioned in the included section
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

8RJ3+WV5
Tiranë, Albania

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End point

Lundër 1
Albania

In Tirana, you'll be dropped off at the Bus Terminal; from there, you can make your own way to your hotel by bus or taxi (not included). You

What To Expect

Day 1

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

3 Stops

Day 2

Vuthaj – Arapi Peak - 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–Gjakova

3 Stops

Day 7

Gjakova – Tirana (Albania)

1 Stop

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • This tour requires some hiking experience and good physical condition.
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • 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
  • 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.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Self – Guided Peaks of the Balkans tour 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. 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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What's Included

Activity name

  • Breakfast
  • Local transport provided through our partners from Tirana to Lepushe on day 1
  • Cross Border Pass; Road taxes; Petrol
  • Shared accommodation in traditional guesthouse or shepherd’s hut. Room accommodates 2-5 travelers
  • Local transport from Gjakove to Prizren and from Prizren to Tirana bus terminal on day 7
  • Local Transport from Gerbaj to Vuthaj on day 1
  • Local Transport from Gropat e Erenikut to Gjakova on day 6
  • Lunches, Dinners, Drinks & Snacks, one meal cost about 12 - 15 euros
  • Transfer from drop off point (Buss terminal) to your hotel on the last day
  • Other local transfers not mentioned in the included section
  • Entry tickets; Tourist taxes; Souvenirs; Personal spending
  • Everything that is not mentioned in the included

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • This tour requires some hiking experience and good physical condition.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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