Cycling in Northern Albania and Kosovo

Cycling in Northern Albania and Kosovo

Cycle through picturesque village and roads in Northern Albania and Kosovo.

Highlights:
• Cycle through picturesque village and roads.
• Take a boat tour of Koman Lake.
• Taste local products in Agri-tourist farms.
• Experience wine tasting in Tirana.

Description

Day 1: Transfer Airport – Tirana

Visit Tirana highlights: Ethem Beu Mosque, Toptan’s castle, ex-residential area Block etc.

 Day 2: Tirana – Arbanë – Ndroq – Shijak – Marikaj (Cycling) 55 Km; Kruje – Rubik (driving)

Cycling around the villages of Tirana enjoying the scenery. Short break in “Kokomani” winery and the agro-touristic centers in Marikaj. In Kruja we visit the castle, Scanderbeg museum and the old bazaar.

 Day 3: Rubik – Kukës (Driving); Kukës – Golaj – Qafë Prush – Gjakovë (Cycling) 60 Km

Drive to Kukes. Cycle for about 60 km to the old city of Gjakova. Enjoy beautiful sceneries and visit the old town of Gjakova.

 Day 4: Gjakovë – Deçan – Junik – Kosharë, Kosovo (Cycling) 50 Km; Padesh Village – Tropojë Village (Albania) – Cycling 15 Km

We start cycling toward to visit Visoki Deçani this 14 century Monastery (UNESCO) Next passing through the panoramic route of Junik, Botushë, Kosharë.

 Day 5: Tropoja e Vjetër – Cërnicë – Shoshan – Dragobi – Valbonë (cycling) 35 Km

On this day we will cycle toward the National Park of Valbone through this itinerary Tropoje – Cernice – Shoshan – Dragobi – Valbone. During the way we will make short breaks in Klysyre, Dragobi and Xhema lake etc.

 Day 6: Valbone – Cerem – Valbonë (Cycling) 35 Km

We cycle in graveled road to Cerem Village where we will meet with local farmers and experience the local hospitality. After lunch in Cerem we head back to Valbonë. 

 Day 7: Valbonë – Bajram Curri – Fierzë (driving); Fierzë – Koman (Boat Tour); Koman – Shkoder (cycling)

Take a fascinating boat trip in the Komani lake and get marveled of the gorgeous rocks and waters. The lake is very important for the production of the country’s electric needs. Cycle in Shkoder and visit Rozafa Castle.

 Day 8: Tirana – Mother Teresa Airport

Breakfast in Tirana. Transfer to the airport. End of the program.