7 Day Itinerary in North Albania

Impressive and strikingly beautiful mountains, sparkling lakes, and quiet historic towns, that’s what describes best Northern Albania. To choose the best Itinerary from which you can get the best and enjoy all these beauties is not that simple that’s why we have created for you this fantastic 7-day itinerary in North Albania for those who are more into nature than the beach. 2 Days in Tirana If you are flying into Tirana, then you should definitely spend at least 2 days to discover all the possibilities the capital of Albania offers for tourists. Tirana is a vibrant young city with plenty of interesting places and stunning spots that are waiting to be visited by tourists. There’s also some great restaurants where you can enjoy delicious traditional food. Make sure you read my list of top attractions in Tirana or if you are in doubt where to stay here are the best affordable hotels in Tirana. 2 Days in Shkoder From Tirana, you can catch the bus or drive to the northern city of Shkoder. Shkoder is an enchanting city and a gateway into the Albanian Alps. There’s a lot of things you can do in Shkoder including visiting Rozafa Castle. Shkoder has some interesting museums and a lot of history in them. If you are excited to see more from Shkoder to have an idea of what awaits you there here you can find some amazing photos of it. 2 Days in Theth This is the perfect itinerary for those who love hiking. After you have explored the majestic city of Shkodra it's time to do some hiking. The Theth to Valbona trail is the most stunning and most beautiful in Albania. You can get to Theth by taxi from Shkoder. Once you arrive in Theth you can relax at one of the beautiful guesthouses, enjoy the freshness of the air and get ready for your hike tomorrow because it can take 7-8 hours with a total distance of 17 km. One spot you shouldn’t miss is the Blue Eye of Theth, its one of those places where you will feel like you are living in a fairy tale. To have an idea of what a magical village is you can see this beautiful photo diary of Theth . 1 Day in Valbona You have to walk for 7-8 hours until you reach the beautiful village of Valbona! You will find great guesthouses to relax in and the locals will make you feel so comfortable. One thing that you should definitely try is KOMANI LAKE FERRY RIDE. The ferry ride is about 3 hours long and it’s an amazing ride with stunning views that will be forever on your mind.