Description

• Hajla Mountain (KS): Scenic hike with breathtaking mountain views.
• Liqenati Lakes (KS): Hike to beautiful mountain lakes.
• Ropojana Valley (MNE): Pass through a picturesque valley.
• Thethi Village (AL): Visit the charming mountain village of Thethi.
• Thethi Waterfall (AL): Marvel at the majestic waterfall.
• Nderlysa Blue Eye (AL): Discover vibrant turquoise waters.
• Valbona Valley (AL): Hike through iconic landscapes of Valbona.
• Qerrem & Doberdol (AL): Explore remote mountain villages.
• Three Border Peak: Hike through a unique tri-country border area.
• Roshkodoli & Milishec Valleys: Walk through lush, tranquil valleys.
• Rugova Valley (KS): Organic farm food tasting and hiking the Great Highlands.

Day 1

Arrive in Prishtina international airport, Kosovo. Your trip leader will meet you outside of the customs and immigration area at the airport. He or she will answer questions, brief you on the immediate arrangements and you’ll take transport 1h close to Peja town best known for outdoor activities and adventures. Visit White Drini natural park with biggest waterfall in the region and Sleeping Beauty touristic cave. Transport through Rugova Canyon-top attraction in Kosovo to your starting point – Guesthouse in Rreka Allages 21km from Peja.

Day 2

Starting point from Rreka Allages mountain village at 1300m altitude. The first stage in Hajla mountain, from where you will have magnificent and panoramic views towards the rest of Accursed mountains peaks and Rugova valley. You’ll be walking through a pine forest and open mountainous terrain towards Drelaj mountain village. Accommodation and dinner at guesthouse in Drelaj with a view towards Red Rock peak 2522m. Moderate walk; 4-5hrs walk; +530m - -710m 12.5km (Optional climbing top of Hajla mountain 2403m, extra 2hrs 30min, 3km, +500m, -500m)

Day 3

In this beautiful stage, you’ll hike by two attractive Liqenati Mountain Lakes and Shkodra Overpass, passing from the Kosovo side to Montenegro. The journey continues through the blueberry fields of Jelenku Mountain Ridge, stopping at Babino Polje (Grandma’s Field) mountain, next to Temnjacka Stream and close to the small city of Plav.

• Difficulty: Moderate hike
• Elevation Gain: +1150m
• Elevation Loss: -1110m
• Duration: 7-8 hours
• Distance: 16km

Day 4

Up to the start of this section, there will be a short 1-hour transport. You’ll hike through the magical Ropojana Valley, enjoying amazing views on both sides of the valley.

Crossing from the Montenegro side to Albania by Gshtarsi Lake, this path follows an old border patrol route, passing by historic bunkers and border posts, and arriving at the magical Thethi Village.

• Difficulty: Moderate walk
• Elevation Gain: +1110m
• Elevation Loss: -1440m
• Duration: 8 hours
• Distance: 19.5km

Day 5

Edith Durham prominent English writer and traveller once said about Thethi village: I think no place where human beings live has given me such an impression of majestic isolation from all the world. The village is at the centre of Thethi national park, an area of outstanding beauty.

Day 6

Embark on an epic hike from Thethi to Valbona Valley, passing over the stunning Valbona Pass at 1759m. Enjoy breathtaking, unrestricted views of the high mountain peaks that will make you feel small in comparison to their grandeur.

• Difficulty: Moderate hike
• Starting Point: Theth (728m)
• Ending Point: Valbona (935m)
• Duration: 7-8 hours walk
• Elevation Gain: +1070m
• Elevation Loss: -850m
• Distance: 19.5km (optional transport available for the last 5km)

Day 7

Start with a 1-hour transport from Valbona to Qerrem Mountain Village in Valbona Valley. From here, embark on a hike towards Doberdol Village, following a scenic route along the border with Montenegro. End the day with an overnight stay and dinner at a guesthouse in Doberdol.

• Starting Point: Qerrem (1220m)
• Ending Point: Doberdol (1820m)
• Difficulty: Moderate walk
• Duration: 6-7 hours walk
• Elevation Gain: +1030m
• Elevation Loss: -440m
• Distance: 16.5km

Day 8

Hike through the entire Doberdol Valley, crossing the Qafa Doberdolit (Neck) and passing by the picturesque Heart Lake. Ascend to the summit of Gjeravica Peak at 2656m, the highest peak in Kosovo. Continue past the highest lakes in the Balkans, concluding at the Gacaferri Mountain Huts at approximately 1800m altitude.

After the hike, take a 4×4 transfer to Gjakova Town for an overnight stay and dinner at an iconic family-owned hotel and restaurant.

• Starting Point: Doberdol (1820m)
• Ending Point: Gacaferri Mountain Huts (1800m)
• Difficulty: Moderate walk
• Duration: 7-8 hours walk
• Elevation Gain: +900m
• Elevation Loss: -920m
• Distance: 19.5km

Day 9

Today you will explore Gjakova and we’ll drive to next city of Prizren, which is known as a museum city, seated at the foot of the Shar mountains, Kosovo’s second city packs a heavy punch with its rich history, traditional handicraft shops and gastronomic delights. Situated at a major crossroad on the Balkan peninsula, the town hosted a handful of empires, with Byzantine and Ottoman architecture leaving the most distinctive marks on the cityscape. Ottoman vibes can be felt especially around Shadervan – near this main, cobbled square you’ll find a great selection of bars and restaurants, as well as the lovely Sinan Pasha Mosque (one of over 44 mosques in the city) and the Old Stone Bridge, which dates back to the 16th century but was reconstructed in the 1980s after was destroyed by flooding. Another interesting monument is Albanian League of Prizren from 1878, Prizren castle over the old city, and many more. Overnight stay at 3-star Hotel and free evening.

Day 10

Transfer to Prishtina International Airport (1hrs) will be provided for your homeward-bound flight.