Tour of Komani Lake and Valbona Valley in two days

Tour of Komani Lake and Valbona Valley in two days

Itinerary:
Tirana – Komani Lake – Valbona Valley National Park – Gjakova (Kosovo) - Tirana

According to Bradt Travel Guides, the Komani Lake journey is described as “one of the world’s greatest boat trips”. The tour to Komani Lake & Valbona Valley is a special interest hiking and adventure tour program exclusively designed to offer participants the best combination of pristine wild nature, unforgettable ferry ride through 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 plenty of time to soak up the local culture.

Day 1

Our journey towards Komani Lake begins early in the morning at 05:00 am from Tirana. As we take the turn from the main road to Vau i Dejës the area becomes more rural, with fewer cars but more wild nature and amazing landscapes. We will stop for a short break by Vau i Dejes Lake, a beautiful and tranquil setting.

At 09:00 we get on a ferry that will take us through Komani Lake offering spectacular views of the Albanian Alps, waterfalls, rural villages and wild forests. It is considered by many as an exotic experience combined with the unmatched hospitality of the locals.

Our next destination will be Valbona Valley National Park. After a delicious traditional lunch, we explore the area and admire the so-called Crown of the Albanian Alps. Overnight in a guesthouse in Valbona.

Day 2

Waking up with such a magnificent view of the Albanian Alps will make you want to stay longer, however, after breakfast we will have to continue our journey to other astonishing wonders. This two days hiking tour of the Albanian Alps gets more intense during the second day. We hike towards Kukaj village (about one hour hike) with a spectacular view of the Balkan Peaks. At about 12:00 we leave Valbona Valley towards Gjakova (Kosovo), where we visit the old medieval bazar and enjoy a traditional lunch. We drive back towards Tirana (about 3 – 4 hours drive) through the mountainous terrain of the Albanian North.
* Please note that prices are calculated on triple or quadruples room occupancy. Double or single room occupancy is possible on extra charge.
* Double room occupancy is possible on 10 Euros extra charge per night per person.
* Single room occupancy is possible on 20 Euros extra charge per night per person.

On request this tour may also depart from other cities of Albania or neighbouring countries such as Kosovo, Montenegro Macedonia. Please contact us for more information on the extra costs.