Welcome to Theth
This unique mountain village easily has the most dramatic setting in Albania. Just the journey here is quite incredible, whether you approach over the mountains on foot from Valbona or by vehicle from Shkodra. Both a sprawling village along the valley floor amid an amphitheatre of distant mountains and a national park containing stunning landscapes and excellent hiking routes, Theth is now well on its way to being Albania's next big thing. An improved – though still incomplete – asphalt road from Shkodra has made access to this once virtually unknown village far easier in recent years, bringing with it the familiar problem of overdevelopment. Come quickly while Theth retains its incomparable romance and unique charm.
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3 day Tour of Valbona and Theth via Koman Lake
Day 1 We begin our journey toward Northern Albania, leaving Tirana early in the morning at 05:00. At 09:00 we get on the ferry that sails right in the heart of the Albanian Alps. The Koman lake ferry trip offers some spectacular views of the Albanian Alps, waterfalls, rural villages and wild forests. Passing through Bajram Curri, we enter the national park of Valbona Valley. After a delicious traditional lunch, we explore some of the main attractions, such as a great valley named “Lugina e Valbonës”, a fountainhead called “Krojet e Ragamit”, the lake “Liqeni i Xhemës” “The old Mill” “The centre of the village”, “The old school” etc. Traditional dinner and overnight in Guesthouse. Day 2 Breakfast on the nature, surrounded by the crown of the Albanian Alps. This would be an intense day, as we will hike toward Theth. A caravan of horses will be carrying your luggage through this impressive path. Panoramic picnic lunch on the top of the mountains. After the arrival and lunch in Theth we start with visits on Thethi’s main historic and natural attractions. We will visit the famous tower “Kulla e Ngujimit”, the Church, the ethnographic museum, the water springs and some of the main natural attractions around the village. Traditional Dinner and overnight in Theth. Day 3 After a bio breakfast at the guesthouse we get on the car toward the city of Shkoder. Shkodra is the main city of Northern Albania. We will visit the city centre and the unique Photography Musem “Marubi”. We have our final lunch by the Buna River, with an amazing view of the Rozafa castle. After lunch we get on the way to the final destination, Tirana. Included in the price: - Professional tour guide throughout the whole trip - Hotel pickup in Tirana - Transport from Tirana to Koman - Ferry Ticket Koman to Fierza - Transport from Fierza to Valbona - 1 overnights in Guesthouse Valbona - Professional Guided hikes in Valbona - Local Guide, which shows the trekking from Valbona – Theth (7 hours of walk). Horse caravan for the luggage in request (no extra charge) - 1 overnight in Guesthouse Theth - 2 Lunches, 2 dinners and 2 Breakfasts for all overnights. - City Tour of Shkoder in Return
5 Days of Adrenaline in Albanians Alps including Theth and Valbona
Day 1We begin our journey toward Northern Albania, leaving Tirana early in the morning at 05:30. At 09:00 we get on the ferry that sails right in the heart of the Albanian Alps. The Koman lake ferry trip offers some spectacular views of the Albanian Alps, waterfalls, rural villages and wild forests. Overnight in a traditional guesthouse by the lake. New in 2017: Exploring the area through kayaking along the lake.Day 2Bio Breakfast at the guesthouse. At 11:00 we get on the ferry to Fierza. Passing through Bajram Curri, we enter the national park of Valbona Valley. After a delicious traditional lunch, we explore some of the main attractions, such as a great valley named “Lugina e Valbonës”, a fountain head called “Krojet e Ragamit”, the lake “Liqeni i Xhemës” “The old Mill” “The center of the village”, “The old school” etc.Day 3Breakfast on the nature, surrounded by the crown of the Albanian Alps. This would be an intense day, as we will hike toward Theth. A caravan of horses will be carrying your luggage through this impressive path. Panoramic picnic lunch on the top of the mountains. Overnight in Theth.Day 4The forth days starts with visits on Thethi’s main historic and natural attractions. We will visit the famous tower “Kulla e Ngujimit”, the Church, the ethnographic museum, and some of the main natural attractions around the village. Overnight in Theth.Day 5After a bio breakfast at the guesthouse we get on the car toward the city of Shkoder. Shkodra is the main city of Northern Albania. We will visit the city center and the unique photography Musem “Marubi”. We have our final lunch by the Buna River, with an amazing view of the Rozafa castle. After lunch we get on the way to the final destination, Tirana.This is where we give you some warm greetings from Choose Balkans team and we wish to see you again next year. Included:- Dedicated Transport throughout the whole trip (Minibus, Koman Lake Ferry, Horse caravan, Canoeing)- Professional Tour Guide throughout the tour- 4 nights in traditional guesthouses (double /triple room occupancy)- All meals throughout the 5 days of the tour
Tour of Theth - 2 Days Tour
Day 1 We begin our journey toward Northern Albania, leaving Tirana early in the morning at 05:00. On our way to Theth we will pas through the city of Shkoder with the Rosafa Castle on top. After taking a right turn toward Tamara we enter the area of the Albanian Alps.After the arrival in Theth we enjoy e traditional lunch at the Guesthouse. We start with visits on Thethi’s main historic and natural attractions. We will visit the famous tower “Kulla e Ngujimit”, the Church, the ethnographic museum, the waterfall and some of the main natural attractions around the village. Traditional Dinner and overnight in Guesthouse in Theth.Day 2Almost one hour of walk from the Guesthouse the Waterfall of Theth will be the final destination in Theth. Shkodra is the main city of Northern Albania. City tour of Shkodra when will be visited the city center, the famous pedestrian boulevard “Pedonale”, the Cathedral of Shkodra, main Mosque and the Orthodox Church.We have our final lunch by the Buna River, with an amazing view of the Rozafa castle. After lunch (not included in the price) we get on the way to the final destination, Tirana.
Tour of Valbona Valley, Theth and Shkoder in 4 days
Day 1 : We begin our journey toward Northern Albania, leaving Tirana early in the morning at 05:00 (Hotel pickup Included on request). Our guide and the Driver will pick you up to start the journey. At 09:00 we get on the ferry that sails right in the heart of the Albanian Alps. The Koman lake ferry trip offers some spectacular views of the Albanian Alps, waterfalls, rural villages and wild forests. Drop off in Fierza after 2.5 hours of sail in Koman Lake. As the Land Rover could not pass to Theth from Valbona you and the guide continue the sail seperatly. In Fierza (the 2nd station of the Koman lake) our other colleague pick us up and he sent us to Valbona. As the Land Rover will be back in Theth in the last day you can pack light in a small backpack and let most of your things is the car. In the last day the driver and the car will came to pick us up in Theth and beings you the rest of the bags as well. Passing through Bajram Curri, we enter the national park of Valbona Valley. After a delicious traditional lunch, we explore some of the main attractions, such as Kukaj, the farthest neighbourhood in Valbona Valley, pretty rural and remote, the “Old Mill” and the centre of the village. Overnight and dinner in the guesthouse in Valbona.Day 2 : Breakfast in the guesthouse. This would be an intense day as walk takes more than 6 hours in a remote terrain reaching Theth, but defiantly worthy! Starting the hike to Theth at 8:30 from Valbona. Panoramic picnic lunch on the top of the mountains. After arrival in Theth and a short break in the afternoon will be visited the Ethnographic Museum, the old Church and the “Lock in” Tower (symbol of Theth) and its fascinating story in centuries. Dinner and overnight in the guesthouse.Day 3 : The main destination for the 3rd day will be the “Blue Eye” of Theth and Gurna’s Canyons, formed from the Black River, which flaw out from the Black Top. The Blue Eye is formed by the erosion of rock by the water that descends from the mountains. It will be the main activity of this day since it takes more than 3 hours reaching it from the guesthouse. Picnic lunch at the “Blue Eye” park. Dinner and overnight in the guesthouse.Day 4 : Almost one hour of walk from the Guesthouse the Waterfall of Theth will be the final destination in Theth. Shkodra is the main city of Northern Albania. City tour of Shkodra when will be visited the city center, the famous pedestrian boulevard “Pedonale”, the Cathedral of Shkodra, main Mosque and the Orthodox Church. We have our final lunch (not included in the price) by the Buna River, with an amazing view of the Rozafa castle. After lunch we get on the way to the final destination, Tirana. Arrival in Tirana in the latte afternoon. Hotel Drop off on request.This is where we give you some warm greetings from Choose Balkans team and we wish to see you again next year.
Theth Day Tour
We will start walking toward the Church of Theth. The church as the hallmark of Theth, dates from 1892 and is one of the most visited sites in the area. Theth has a predominantly catholic population and this is visible through the influence of the church’s clergy for centuries. Some of the priests who have served in this church where well know Albanian writers who have contributed immensely in the education of the local population. Our next stop is to the Waterfall of Grunas. It takes about 1 hour to walk from the church to Grunas Waterfall. The waterfall is about 30 m high and is considered as one of the most beautiful natural monuments in Theth for which it has received a protection status by the Albanian Government. After this refreshing visit we walk down to Grunas Canyon on our way to the Blue Eye. The canyon is about 60 m deep and about 2 km long. After this short visit we continue walking to the Blue Eye, where there is a possibility to swim and enjoy refreshments. This pool is about 100 m2 and about 5 m deep. Keep in mind that even during the summer the water temperature is really cold if you intend to swim there.
8-Day Adventure Tour in North Albania from Tirana
This is how your adventure will look like:Day 1: TiranaAfter your arrival at the airport and hotel check-in, your guide takes you around Tirana to get a feel of this modern capital city.Day 2: ShkoderThe first stop on this tour is the birthplace of an Albanian National Hero, Kruja. Visit the Castle. After your visit at the castle, walk to the bazaar which features many traditional handmade items. Once you are finished in beautiful Kruja, head to the beach of Shengjin, one of the most beautiful sandy beaches on the Adriatic Sea. From there you will be driven to Shkodra, the largest city in the north.Here visit the Rozafa Castle and take in the superb view of Shkodra Lake sur-rounded by mountains.Dinner and accommodation are in Shkodra.Day 3 and 4: ThethAfter breakfast you will be driven through the picturesque National Park of Theth. Then stop at Qafë Thore, a mountain pass that offers spectacular views of the Theth Valley. On arrival to Theth, spend the day in and around the area enjoying the charm of the village known for its stunning nature and traditional wooden-tiled houses.On your second day in Theth, visit some of the most beautiful natural attractions Albania has to offer. After either a 30 minute off-road drive or 2.5 hour walk, visit the famous Blue Eye, a natural phenomenon caused by the extremely cold water that flows up from deep within the ground into the warmer waters of the river. After some time at the Blue eye, visit the waterfall and the Canyon of Theth. This day of exploring nature and enjoying the outdoors will have you ready for the wonderful dinner and accommodation that awaits back at the guest house.Day 5 and 6: ValboneSpend the day traveling from Theth to Valbona. Your travel is filled with beautiful landscapes of the Valbona valley and park and a boat ride to cross Koman Lake.Lunch on the road at a traditional restaurant and visit of the old mill. Dinner and accommodation are in the Valbona guesthouse. Your second day in Valbona includes a moderate hike through the Valbona Valley National Park to the waterfall of Valbona. While you eat your picnic lunch, enjoy the view of the Albanian Alps.After enjoying the waterfalls you will hike back to the village for another delicious traditional dinner.Day 7: TiranaAfter breakfast, your journey continues back to Tirana. Once you‟ve had some time to relax and unwind at the hotel, head out into the capital city to enjoy a taste of the rich nightlife it has to offer. As you walk through the city, you will get to know some of the history of the country's capital. Day 8: AirportDepending on your flight time, our staff will escort you to the airport.