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

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About this activity

The two-day tour of Theth is a special interest hiking tour program exclusively designed to offer participants the best combination of pristine wild nature, an unforgettable view of the heart of the Albanian Alps, local folklore and traditions. During these two days you will be able to visit most of the attractions of Northern Albania, combining a variety of exciting outdoor activities with time to soak up the local culture.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Choose Balkans

Ages: Adults (12–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entry tickets for the ‘’will be visited’’ sites
Included: Transport provided by the company from Theth to Tirana or Shkoder on day 3
Included: Professional tour leader
Included: Breakfast
Included: Transport provided by the company from Tirana or Shkoder to Theth on day 1
Included: Tourist taxes ; Road taxes; Petrol
Included: Shared accommodation in traditional and simple homestay/guesthouse. Room accommodates 2-5 travelers

Not included

Not included: Lunches, Dinner, Drinks & Snacks, one meal cost about 12 -15 Euros
Not included: Souvenirs, Personal spending
Not included: Everything that is not mentioned in the included
Not included: Other local transfers not mentioned in the included section

Itinerary

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

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.
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.
Stop 3

one hour

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
Theth National Park

one hour Admission included

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
Blue Eye of Theth

3 hours

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.

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

Theth

30 min

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

one hour

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
Shkoder

5 min

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

one hour

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

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

We can pick you up at your hotel in Shkoder

End point

We can pick you up at your hotel in Shkoder

Pickup points

Viol Hotel Tirana
Dora Residence
Queen Hotel
Hotel Eklips
Hotel Comfort II
Golden Ring Resort
Hilton Garden Inn Tirana
Classic Hotel Tirana
Hotel Iliria
Ramel Hotel
City Hotel Tirana
Metro Hotel Tirana

and 107 more pickup points

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 and Shkodra free of charge.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate 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.