Professional or local mountain guide

Professional or local mountain guide

Albanian Alps

Professional or local mountain guide

For a full experience during your trip and for safety reasons on the mountain routes, we always recommend booking a guide for your trip in the Albanian Alps. There are a few certified professional mountain guides, locals from our valleys, mostly English speaking, available for multi-days and cross country tours.

In each valley, there are also local young men offering the service of a local guide to the close attraction on that specific area. These guides speak a few words of English, which can show you not only the path but reveal to you the local customs and traditions from the stories they use to narrate.

Professional mountain guide

Available: full-day and multi-day tours only
Area: regional for all Albanian Alps
Average cost: 80-120 Euro/Person per day ( depending on the duration and how challenging will be the walk)

Local non-professional guide

Available: half-day/ full-day
Area: specific for an area/valley
Average cost: 30-60 Euro/Person per day (depending on the duration and how challenging will be the walk)

Tours in Albanian Alps

Some tours in Albanian Alps

Albanian Alps Tour in 3 days.

Albanian Alps Tour in 3 days.

STARTING FROM €297/PERSON Albanian Alps Tour in 3 days with guideThis tour is available two days a week (Monday and Thursday) from May 15th to October 15th. The guide is included in the tour, from start to finish. ( from Koman terminal to Shala River, Valbona, Theth...

read more
Thethi 1 Day Jeep Tour

Thethi 1 Day Jeep Tour

Starting from €60/person Thethi 1 Day Jeep TourThis tour is the response to all those adventurous people who would like not to miss this unique destination during their short stay in Albania. Theth is a gem placed in the heart of the Albanian alps with a few amazing...

read more
3 days hiking Tours to Thethi National Park

3 days hiking Tours to Thethi National Park

Starting from €170/person 3 days hiking Tours to Thethi National ParkExplore all the main attractions of Theth, like the waterfall and canyon, the old Church, and the Lock-in Tower. Do not miss the blue eye source and Valbona pass during these three days around Thethi...

read more
3 Days Tour to Albanian Alps

3 Days Tour to Albanian Alps

Starting from €125/person 3 Days Tour to Albanian AlpsIn just three days you will have the possibility to enjoy the beauty of the top destinations in Albanian Alps, like Komani Lake – Valbona Valley and Thethi National Park. You will experience the boat trip on Komani...

read more
Book in advance to ensure the availability of a professional guide, primarily.

For a more specific request please ask us a quote

Call now for the best offer

English Speaking Phone
00355 69 60 15 771

Send us an email with your details
Reserverations email
info@thethi-guide.com

3 Days Tour to Albanian Alps

3 Days Tour to Albanian Alps

Starting from €125/person

3 Days Tour to Albanian Alps

In just three days you will have the possibility to enjoy the beauty of the top destinations in Albanian Alps, like Komani Lake – Valbona Valley and Thethi National Park. You will experience the boat trip on Komani Lake, hike the famous trail of Valbona pass, and explore a few of the main attractions of Theth, like the waterfall and canyon, the old Church, and the Lock-in Tower. Accommodation in traditional guesthouses called ‘Kulla’; have dinner with local homemade and organic food, and experience Albanian welcoming in person, a unique experience to take with you back at home.

This self-guided tour aims to be a budget-friendly tour, accessible to everyone, especially to those independent hikers, not missing this amazing area of Albania.

Tour customization is always open, on request. 

Inclusions

  • Dinner x 2
  • Breakfast x 2
  • Lunch-box x 1
  • Accommodation x 2 nights
  • Local transfer to the start of the trail.
  • Transfers with shared minibuses:
    •   Tirana – Koman (cash payment to the driver);
    •   Fierza – Valbona;
    •   Theth – Shkodra (private shared taxi/minibus)
    •   Shkodra – Tirana (shared taxi/minivan)
  • Ferry tickets.

Exclusions

  • Private transportation.
  • Drinks or coffee breaks;
  • Lunch on the first and third day.
  • Mule to carry the luggage or people;
  • Mountain guide/ hostess for the trip.
  • Each of these services can be added on request, extra charge.
  • Hotel pick up

Departure & Return

Starting Point

  1. Tirana, Starting Point: In front of Gazheli Petrol station, end of the street Mine Peza. Be there by 05.10 AM
  2. Shkodra, Rozafa Hotel front side, city center.

Departure Time

Tirana, 5.20 AM 

Shkodra, 06:00 AM 

Return Details

Return to Tirana to Terminal bus station for North Albania, the north gate of Tirana or Zogu i Zi square.

Return to Shkodra city center, close to Migjeni Theatre in the center and close to intercity bus station.

Itinerary

Day 1: Tirana – Komani Lake –  Valbona Valley

Starting from Shkodra is available too.

Starting point: Tirana (or Shkoder as an option)

TIRANA: – The starting time is from early morning at 05.20 am from Tirana, with a private minibus (Driver name is Gjelosh) The driver will pick you up in front of Gazheli Petrol, Str. Mine Peza. Show the online ticket we will provide and pay cash to the driver (only for this transfer within this tour)

SHKODRA: – Pick-up at hotel door is offered from Shkodra from 06.10h, transfer with minivans to Ferry stop – Ferry trip – then again minibus to the Guesthouse Door in Valbona valley.

Stop At: Komani Lake, Shkoder County

During the ferry trip, you can fully enjoy the view of the lake, the rocky slopes, the reflections of nature on the water, and amazing views to remember. On the ferry, you can enjoy even a drink or a coffee from the Bar or have your snacks from a branch.

After two hours of the ferry trip, we will reach the Fierza stop. Here will be another minivan waiting to bring you toward Valbona Valley, and drop you off at the Guesthouse door.

Important note: the ferry seats are not enough for all passengers. People used to stay all around the ferry during the trip.

Stop at: Valbona Valley, Tropoja Country

Accommodation around 13.30 am: at KOL GJONI GUESTHOUSE (optional on availability)

Dinner around 19.30 am at the guesthouse;

Lunch box for the next day.

Free time in the afternoon to have a walk around the valley before dinner time.

 

Day 2: Valbona Valley – Valbona pass – Thethi National Park

Pass By: Valbona National Park, Valbona, Kukes County

After an early breakfast, at around 08.00 am, a local transfer of 15-20 min to the start of the trail will help to ensure you will get the right path.

From the start of the trail in Gjelaj you will start hiking toward Thethi valley for around 6-7 hours, for 12-16 km, to the guesthouse door in Theth.

During this hike, we will go through Rragam and Gjelaj village to Valbona pass at 1759 mt to proceed then in Thethi National Park area between the woods and pastures.

Mule for the luggage can be arranged on request for an extra cost of 50 eur per horse/mule.

Pass By: Theth National Park, Shkoder County

After 30-40 min walk down, on Thethi’s side, there is a cottage used as a ‘Bar’ to have a rest and a refresh. Then proceed toward the down valley for two more hours and get accommodated in the guesthouse in the afternoon.

Usually, it takes 3 hours up and 3 hours down. Duration: 6 hours

Accommodation at guesthouse sometime between 15.00-17.00 am.

Dinner around 19.30 am.

(Guesthouse name in Thethi will be confirmed later with the tour confirmation.)

Day 3: Theth National Park – Shkodra or Tirana.

After breakfast in the guesthouse, you have free time till 10.00 am or 12.00 am to do a walk to the down valley to the St. Mary Church and to the Lock-in Tower, and/or to the waterfall and/or canyon for 1.5-2 hours round trip.

You may choose one of the timetables for the departure and confirm us later. 

Return to the guesthouse before 12.00h and be ready for the minivan pick up to Shkodra. From Shkodra to Tirana you will exchange and get a private shared taxi like a minivan back to Tirana.

Room Check out, immediately after breakfast, before going for the walk.

The tour can end in Shkodra or in Tirana (on your choice)

Travel time from Thethi to Shkodra is 2 hours.

An additional 1.5 – 2 hours to Tirana or more depending on the traffic. You will reach Tirana around 18:30 PM depending on the traffic.

Drop Off in Tirana: The last stop of the intercity bus station North-South TERMINAL or Zogu i Zi square.

Duration: 4.5 hours Thethi – Tirana

Additional Info

  • Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone number, email address, etc.) for our local operator to organize pick-up arrangements.
  • Confirmation will be after a pre-request;
  • Independent tour organization for each request.
  • This tour does not request a minimum number of travelers.
  • The tour can be canceled due to weather conditions in spring or late autumn. (Valbona pass can be blocked full of snow till late spring, or the river may block the trail in the autumn).
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • Not recommended for groups with kids because of the hiking hours and difficulty.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 48 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Price

Price for  2  persons,  250 Euro/ persons

Price for  3-4  persons,  230 Euro/per person

Price for  5-8 persons 220 Euro/per person

Price for 9-12 persons 200 Euro/per person

Price for 13+ persons is 200 Euro/per person

IMPORTANT NOTE: Start and Drop off from Shkodra have 20 eur discount from the above price list. 

We are sorry but cant accept new tour bookings for the moment!
Call now for the best offer

English Speaking Phone
00355 69 60 15 771

Send us an email with your details

Reserverations email
info@thethi-guide.com

Follow us

Book in advance to ensure the availability of a professional guide, primarily.

For a more specific request please ask us a quote

Call now for the best offer

English Speaking Phone
00355 69 60 15 771

Send us an email with your details
Reserverations email
info@thethi-guide.com

Guesthouse Villa Gurra – Theth

Guesthouse Villa Gurra – Theth

Theth Albania

Guesthouse Villa Gurra

Gurra Hotel is nestled at the entrance of Theth. This hotel has 10 years of its exploration and its well-known for the big focus of local and foreign tourists. The hotel is managed by a young couple, who are owners, and they do this work with a lot of satisfaction.

Booking & Contact

Center Theth

Phone: +355 69 44 20 043

Room Rates Starting From €35 per night

To talk about geography hotel is nestled 16 km far from the peak of Thore and surrounded by the beauty of Arapi, Jezerca, Danella, and Peja mountains. This hotel is building totally of wooden and stone, which is typical for this region. It has 13 rooms. The first floor has a Restaurant made by the stone which offers high-quality foods, which are prepared by first-rate cookers. Also, we organized evening parties at the weekend with traditional northern music. But these evenings are also companies with fireplace in the behind area of the hotel. On the second floor, there are six rooms: 2 -double bedrooms and four triple rooms. On the third floor are five rooms: 1 double room and three family rooms and for friends group. While in the last one are placed just two family rooms. Every room has a bathroom. It also has three large terraces. The prices are responsible and depends on the season. In the summer prices go from 25-50 euro, while in other season are cheaper, from 20-40 euro. But also we can’t forget to talk to the front of the hotel which is equipped with seven tables, where you can enjoy and taste the food in front of the Shala River, which is just some steps away from the hotel. So if you want to have an unforgettable full holiday here is the best option.

Shower

Room Facilities

Balcony

Room Facilities

Desk

Room Facilities

Free toiletries

Room Facilities

toilet

Room Facilities

Bathroom

Room Facilities

Carpeted

Room Facilities

Hardwood/Parquet

Room Facilities
Standart rates in Alps

Average €35/night

No matter if you want to visit and stay in Theth, Valbone, Komani Lake, Shala River, Lepushe or Curraj we can find an accommodation for you.

Call now for the best offer

English Speaking Phone
00355 69 60 15 771

Send us an email with your details
Reserverations email
info@thethi-guide.com

Guesthouse Villa Gurra Theth Location

Do not sell Theth for cookies because you will not be able to buy it even with gold!

Do not sell Theth for cookies because you will not be able to buy it even with gold!

“Mos e shisni Thethin për biskota se nuk do ta blini as me flori”. Ky është titulli i një shkrimi të publicistit Prelë Milani për Thethin turistik. Si stërnip i Thethit, fshat në njësinë Shalë, bashkia Shkodër ndjen keqardhje teksa sipas tij thethjanët po shesin fshehtas trojet e tyre tek të pasurit.

“Kështu siç ka nisur, me përfundimin e rrugës, Thethi është shumë i rrezikuar nga këta peshkaqen të parasë, pra njerëzit e pasur dhe të fuqishëm. Kam parandjenjë se në një të nesërme të afërt Thethi rrezikohet ashtu siç ka edhe disa të tjerë që nga mendjelehtësia, nga ndonjë nevojë e vogël, nga ndonjë miqësi apo joshje politike bëjnë disa gjëra që nuk duhet t’i bëjnë. Publikisht nuk del kush për të thënë se kam shitur tokën por unë kam informacione të sigurta se janë shitur disa troje në Theth dhe vazhdojnë të shiten fshehtas”.

Grabitqar të rafinuar të parasë dhe pushtetit e krokodil që depërtojnë për të shqyer gjithçka i quan publicisti Milani në shkrimin e tij ata që po blejnë fshehtas tokat në Theth ndaj sipas tij nuk mund të blejë kushdo sepse Thethi është park kombëtar. “Thethi është një pasuri kombëtare. Duke qenë se është park kombëtar ka specifikat e veta.

Aty s’mund të ndërtojë kush të dojë, nuk mund të ndërtohet sipas qejfit, nuk të blejë dhe të shesë kush të dojë. Thethi duhet të ruhet nga ajo çfarë ka ndodhur në disa zona të tjera si Gjiri Lalzit, Riviera, Golemi, Qafë Llogaraja, Velipoja ku banorët e atyre viseve sot nuk dinë se ku e kanë ekzistencën sepse janë dyndur biznesmen, politikan nga e gjithë Shqipëria teksa kanë kryer ndërtimet e veta me para të pista. Thethi duhet të ruaj karakterin e vet.

Kam informacione se banorët e Thethit kanë nisur të shesin tokat fshehtas ndaj unë mendoj se duhet që të krijohet një shoqatë për mbrojtjen e vlerave dhe ekosistemit të Thethit edhe nga vetë banorët atje.

Banorët e Thethit të regjistruar me hipotekë mund të kenë vetëm tokën arë ndërsa livadhet, ograjet dhe pyjet janë të pahipotekuara dhe nesër mund të dalë dikush i fuqishëm dhe nepërmjet hipotekës i kalon në pronësinë e vet dhe tjetërsohen. Sot ka njerëz aq të fuqishëm në Shqipëri sa mund ta blejnë komplet Thethin por nëse nuk ruhet ashtu siç është i humb vlerat e veta.

Në Theth nuk ka pse të bëhen hotele e restorante të mëdha sepse këto i kemi kudo në Shqipëri. Duhet të vazhdojë turizmi familjar ashtu siç ka qenë”. Ekonomia e dobët e banorëve të Thethit mund të jetë një arsye tregon Milani por sipas tij edhe kanuni thotë se “toka e babës nuk shitet për bukë”.  Sipas publicistit Thethi është i rrezikuar nga të pasurit që i quan peshkaqen të parasë. “Ekonomia e dobët është një faktor për banorët e Thethit që shesin tokat por edhe në të kaluarën ishte një rregull kanunor që thoshte se toka e babës nuk shitet për bukë. Sot për bukë ka pak që vuajnë. Mund të jenë në kushte të vështira por nuk mund të shitet toka për çmim qesharak për biskota e çokollata e që nesër po atë tokë s’mund ta blesh as me flori.

Njerëzit që kanë para mund të ofrojnë shuma që mund t’i joshin për momentin por nuk ia dinë vlerën atyre pasurive. Unë nuk dua të dal kundër rregullave të ekonomisë së tregut por përderisa është zonë turistike dhe me vlera të veçanta e tradita duhet të ruhet ashtu siç është, përndryshe do të bëhet një qendër urbane që s’do ketë të njëjtën vlerë”. Edhe mënyra si po ndërtohet me llamarina të kuqe e eternit po ia humb identitetin Thethit. “Ajo që më shqetëson mua është se ndërtesat po bëhen me eternit apo llamarinë të kuqe gjë e cila e dëmton imazhin e këtyre objekteve. Tradita e ndërtimeve ka qenë që mbulesat e çative të bëhen me dërrasë pishe. Nëse vetë banorët nuk kanë mundësi financiare që t’i vendosin sepse janë të kushtueshme atëherë duhet që të subvencionohen nga shteti. Çatitë duhet që të bëhen me dërrasë sepse Thethi përndryshe humb karakterin e vet autentik që ka trashëguar ndër shekuj”.

Pritet që të shtrohet edhe asfalti që për publicistin Milani është pozitive por nga ana tjetër duhen masa për të shmangur ndotjen siç ka nisur gradualisht. “Me ardhjen e rrugës automobilistike që shpresoj të bëhët sa më shpejt do rritet edhe problematika. Natyrisht që fluksi i vizitorëve do të shtohet shumë dhe del problemi i mbetjeve nga të cilat qysh vitin e kaluar ka filluar të ketë probleme.

Duke qenë se është një zonë e virgjër duhet patur parasysh që të mos ndodhi si në zonat e tjera ku ndotja është jashtëzakonisht e tmerrshme”. “Thethi duhet të mbesë Theth”-thotë publicisti Milani në mbyllje të shkrimit të tij, teksa shton se: “ju thethjan nuk duhet të flirtoni fshehtas me vipat e trafiqeve dhe të politikës në dëm të tjetërsimit të pasurive tuaja. Nëse e doni veten dhe Thethin as nipave të bijave tuaj as mos u shisni as mos u bëni hise në Theth!”-një thirrje dëshpëruese për Thethin që u trashëgua breza pas brezi i virgjër ndërsa sot po tentohet të gllabërohet.

 

Nga Prelë Milani

Guesthouse Dritan Tethorja Theth

Guesthouse Dritan Tethorja Theth

Theth Albania

Guesthouse Dritan Tethorja

Guesthouse Dritan Tethorja offers pet-friendly accommodations in Theth.

Kontakti
Lagja: Gjeçaj, Theth
Rruga: Gjeçaj Qendër Theth
Telefon: +355 68 364 4788

Room Rates Starting From € 35 per night

Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.

Every room is fitted with a TV.

You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property.

Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 2 per day.

Shower

Room Facilities

Balcony

Room Facilities

Desk

Room Facilities

Free toiletries

Room Facilities

toilet

Room Facilities

Bathroom

Room Facilities

Carpeted

Room Facilities

Hardwood/Parquet

Room Facilities
Standart rates in Alps

Average €35/night

No matter if you want to visit and stay in Theth, Valbone, Komani Lake, Shala River, Lepushe or Curraj we can find an accommodation for you.

Call now for the best offer

English Speaking Phone
00355 69 60 15 771

Send us an email with your details
Reserverations email
info@thethi-guide.com

Guesthouse Dritan Tethorja Location