Albania · THETH & THE ALBANIAN ALPS
The pass into Theth clears in late spring and closes again in autumn, which shortens the season for everything here. These 15 run from Shkoder and Tirana to the valley, the Blue Eye of Theth and the Valbona crossing, with the driving and walking hours split out.
Explore Theth, Qafe Thore, Nderlysaj, and the Blue Eye on a demanding day trip from Tirana, with mountain views and local history.
“super fun, great locations and our guide was lovely,. Definitely worth it!”
Review of the $50 Theth day tour from Tirana, with mountain views, historic sites, North Albanian food, and a chilly Blue Eye hike.
“It was a solid 10/10 tour for us! Daniel is hands down the best tour guide ever – super knowledgeable, kind, and incredibly engaging. His sense of humor was like the bonus feature we didn’t know we needed! He explained everything so clearly and made sure we experienced everything that was promised (and more). Honestly, this was the highlight of our Albania trip and we’d recommend it to anyone. And let’s not forget our amazing driver – gliding through those winding, tricky roads like a total pro. Big kudos to both of them ✨️”
Explore Theth National Park, hike to Albania’s Blue Eye, see Shkoder, and enjoy mountain views on a value-packed small-group day trip.
“I had an amazing day with Jeffry. He was so knowledgeable and always made sure I was happy, comfortable and listening to a great playlist on the road. It was a great experience I would definitely recommend! :)”
Review of Theth National Park from Shkoder, with Blue Eye and waterfall hikes, mountain views, local lunch, culture, and practical tips.
“The guide was excellent, we were a small group, there was always a good atmosphere and the views were stunning.”
Review of the Albanian Alps and Theth tour from Tirana, with mountain views, Theth village, Blue Eye hiking, timing, costs, and practical tips.
“Henri was an amazing guide and I had a lovely time. Some amazing views. We had some rain on the day but it made the scenery even more dramatic”
Hike Albania’s Valbona Pass, Theth, and Blue Eye in three days with guides, mountain guesthouses, meals, and Tirana pickup.
“Well….all I can say is this: DO THIS 2night 3day trek through the most beautiful countryside of Albania. It’s the perfect way to take in all the senses of the “real Albania”. Small group, excellent meals and a wonderful guide- Gavin.”
Review of Theth National Park from Shkoder, with mountain views, Blue Eye and waterfall hikes, local food, guide tips, price and practical advice.
“I visited Shkodra in December and this was an excellent tour. The national park was quiet because of the time of year, but that makes it a great time to visit. Maryam, the guide, was brilliant. He made everything easy and looked after everyone. He was knowledgeable, enthusiastic and great company for the day. Highly recommended.”
Ride into Albania’s Alps by SUV, visit Boge and Theth, hike to the Blue Eye, and enjoy mountain views, local stops, and a traditional lunch.
“This has been amazing experience! As a tourists we could never get to the places our guides took us during this trip - you really need to be a local to drive up to Albanian Alps and places we saw has been spectacular and worth the price! The guides did great job an this so far has been our favourite day trip. Highly recommended!”
Review of Albania’s 3-day Alps tour with Komani Lake, Valbona Pass, Thethi, waterfalls, Blue Eye, transport, guides, and practical tips.
“We had a great time on this tour! Our driver, Pellumb, was very energetic and you can tell he has a heart and passion for Albania as he shared stories and facts about the country during our drive from Tirana to Komani Lake. Our guide, Tim, was wonderful as well! The hike was challenging for my sister and I, but Tim was very patient and encouraging throughout and made it a great experience overall. He was very kind, knowledgeable, and a fun person to hang out with for a couple of days! The tour itself? You won’t be disappointed!! The landscapes and scenery are incredible, the trails weren’t too busy…”
Review of the Theth and Blue Eye day tour from Tirana, covering mountain views, hiking, guides, timing, price, and practical tips.
“The team at Choose Balkans kept in touch with us right from the moment we booked the tour to the day of our tour and answered all our questions promptly. We had a great trip with our tour guide Arian. The time and route were very well planned to fit within a day trip. Our tour guide was a thorough gentleman who made our trip even more enjoyable and memorable.”
Review of Theth from Shkoder: mountain roads, historic sites, northern Albanian lunch, Grunas Waterfall, natural pools, and the Blue Eye.
“It ended up being a private trip for me and my friend as no one else was booked that day. The guide was very nice and spoke good English. He made us feel very comfortable. The driver was a Theth local and drove very safely on the winding mountain roads. We learned about history and met locals en-route to the Blue Eye. Enjoyed a delicious meal in Theth before hiking up to the waterfall, church and judgement tower. Although the drive was long, we made short stops for the toilet and coffee and to admire the views on the high mountain pass. Overall the day was wonderful.”
Hike Albania’s Theth to Valbona Pass, stay in mountain guesthouses, and cross Koman Lake on this active three-day tour from Tirana.
“Can't recommend this tour enough. Had an absolutely fantastic experience: the hike over the Valbona pass is incredibly rewarding, and waking up each morning in idyllic landscapes is a real highlight. The friendliness and hospitality at each stay was wonderful, and our guide, Parid, was brilliant - knowledgeable, helpful, friendly and (most importantly) patient. Ask him to share some Albanian jokes with you - they won't disappoint!”
Review of Theth from Tirana, Durres, or Shkoder: Blue Eye hike, mountain views, village history, transport, price, and practical tips.
“Great experience with Kelvi as a guide! We were picked up in front of our hotel in Shkoder and we were sharing an interesting conversation while travelling to Theth. Our guide lead us all the way to The Blue Eye and also we got good info of all the relevant places on our route. It's been a nice one-day Tour and I would like to recommend it! Thanks again Kelvi!”
Review of the 12-hour Theth tour from Tirana or Durres, with the Blue Eye, Grunas Waterfall, Lock Tower, mountain views, and hiking advice.
“Great trip! I did the tour with my 5 year old, the hike was not too difficult for us. The waterfall and the blue eye both look amazing! Our guide was trying to help wherever he could and had a lot of knowledge to share. I can totally recommend booking the trip if you want to visit the beautiful area around Theth. ☺️”
Review of Albania’s 3-day Koman Lake, Valbona, and Theth tour, with mountain hiking, local guides, meals, transport, and practical tips.
“The guides were the best! Such a beautiful group and experience. I’m still blown away from the versatile experiences. Loved it.”
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