8-Nights Hiking in Albania, Kosovo & Montenegro - Active from $1,999
G Adventures
OFFER ID 1688141
Hiking in Albania, Kosovo & Montenegro
Explore one of Europe’s last true wildernesses on this in-depth 9-day itinerary through Albania, Kosovo, and Montenegro. Get lost (not literally) in some of the most beautiful alpine scenery with mesmerizing views of glacial lakes, lush valleys, rock pinnacles, and stunning meadows, the Balkans has to offer. Take a deep breath, look around, and take a moment to appreciate how you’re conquering something unbelievable.
Highlights
Hike through the stunning mountain wilderness of 3 Balkan countries, Trek through Valbona Valley, Explore Rugova Canyon by 4x4, Visit the old town and traditional bazaar in Peja, Stay in local guesthouses
Accomodation
It is important to note that accommodation in Europe tend to be quite different to other areas of the world you may have travelled in. Buildings and rooms are generally old and may not have been renovated or maintained to the highest standard. Downtown hotels in Europe were not built to be hotels but rich owners houses, which have been changed into hotels. Therefore unusual room sizes are common as large rooms have been partitioned in the past, resulting in rather "thin" walls. Reception areas, rooms and bathrooms tend to be very small as they were often added into an existing room, and may have a hand nozzle rather than a conventional shower head. On this trip you can expect to stay in small family-run hotels (with the exception of the start and finish hotels, which are often larger city hotels), which will vary a little in standard and facilities: some may not have elevators, air-conditioning or English-speaking staff, but most importantly all are locally-run, with some traditional character, and in excellent central locations to give you maximum time for exploring the sights. You can expect to find clean, safe, simple accommodation in convenient locations. Note that most accommodation in Europe does not have air conditioning units in rooms. Air conditioning is not routinely installed in European homes and workplaces. However, nearly all hotels will provide a standing or desk fan for your room on hot nights. If you do not already have one in your room, please ask your CEO to organize one for you with reception.
Group Leader
All G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our Chief Experience Officer's (CEO). The aim of the CEO is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are traveling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds.
Group Size Notes
Max 16, avg 12.
Meals Included
8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 8 dinners
What's Included
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group.
6 days of hiking through the mountains and traditional villages of the Balkans. Trek from Theth through the Valbona Valley in the Albanian Alps.. Hike to the tri-border area of Albania, Montenegro and Kosovo. Visit Rugova Canyon and White Drini Natural Park in Kosovo. All meals while hiking. Luggage transfer between guesthouses. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
8 nights from $1,999 per person
Vacation Details
* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission. Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
All fares are quoted in US Dollars.
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