Semi – Private Hiking Tour of Theth & Blue Eye in 2 Days

Ziua 1 · Tirana / Shkoder – Theth National Park – Blue Eye - Theth

1. 1

   Tirana

   30 min

   Our journey towards the Albanian Alps begins at 06:00 am in the morning. Our tour leader will come and pick you up at your hotel in Tirana or Shkoder.

2. 2

   Shkoder

   30 min

   As we drive along the way towards Northern Albania, you will be amazed by beautiful landscapes; wild fields, rivers, Shkodra Lake and rugged untouched mountains. From Shkoder we will experience local transport riding at around 7:30 am.

3. 3

   Oprirea 3

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   As we take the turn from the main road to Theth the area becomes more rural, with fewer cars but more wild nature and amazing landscapes. Due to its favorable position this area is famous for cultivating medicinal herbs, and if you are lucky to travel in May – June you would be amazed by the pretty and aromatic fields of lavender, making you feel like you are in Provence (France). On the way to the top, we will pass through a steep sneaky hillside reaching up to 1700 meters above sea level at Qafa e Thores. They say this is the spot with the best picture – perfect view of the Albanian Alps

4. 4

   Theth National Park

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   We arrive at our Guesthouse in Theth. After resting a bit, we visit the old Church and the “Lock in” Tower (symbol of Theth) and its fascinating story in centuries. Overnight in a guesthouse in Theth

5. 5

   Blue Eye of Theth

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   We will have a short break for refreshment and start our hiking journey towards the Blue Eye at around mid-day. Blue Eye was formed by the erosion of the water from the melting snow of the Albanian Alps. The hike is about 3 hours one way, with a hiking distance of 6.2 km both ways and about 700 m of elevation. This trail is considered easy to moderate, requiring some experience in hiking. You will not be able to take your eyes off this stunning scene of nature with its bright blue and green colors, it’s like being inside a postcard. Also, fun fact, the temperature of the Blue Eye is just around 5 degrees Celsius. Would you dare to dive in the blue but very cold water?

   Hiking details (approx.):

   Distance: 18km

   Elevation gain: 700 m

   Technical difficulty: Moderate

   Time: 6h

   Trail type: Loop

Overnight in a guesthouse in Theth.

Ziua 2 · Theth – Grunas Waterfall – Theth – Shkoder / Tirana

1. 1

   Theth

   30 min

   Waking up with such a magnificent view of the Albanian Alps will make you want to stay longer

2. 2

   Grunasi Waterfall

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   after breakfast we will begin our hiking adventure to Grunas Waterfall (about 1-hour hike one way). Grunas Waterfall is a curtain of white water that comes over the grey rocks as if it were being poured from a bucket that never empties. The water tumbles down the hillside in a series of mini-waterfalls.

   Hiking details (approx.):

   Distance: 6 km

   Elevation gain: 270 m

   Technical difficulty: Moderate

   Time: 3h

   Trail type: Loop

3. 3

   Shkoder

   5 min

   The elaborated zig-zags road through the mountainous terrain smoothens down little by little taking us towards Shkoder

4. 4

   Tirana

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   The elaborated zig-zags road through the mountainous terrain smoothens down little by little taking us towards Tirana. You will return home full of the wonders of Albania with a new sense of self excitement to share with those around you