Turkode : TVZ
Reisen er levert av
Exodus Travel
Destinasjoner : Albania
Reisen begynner : Tirana
Reisen slutter : Berat
Gruppestørrelse : 4 - 16
Aldre : 16+
Aktivitet :
8 dager fra
NOK 17 510

Oversikt

Trek in the Albanian Alps and soak up the culture as you visit historic landmarks

This fascinating, lesser-known Mediterranean country has a pristine, rugged and wild landscape waiting to be discovered. It wasn't until the collapse of the People's Socialist Republic of Albania in 1991 that the world got its first glimpse of the country within. Our trek is focussed in the remote Albanian Alps in the north, where ancient blood feuds and folklore mark its past. We explore the remote regions of Theth and Valbonë on foot, where Agricultural life has remained unchanged for centuries. We then have time to explore the historic towns of Berat and Krujë and delve into the captivating history of this hospitable country.

Highlights
  • The picturesque regions of Theth and Valbone
  • The 'Lock-in Tower' of Theth
  • UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Traditional folklore evening
Key Information
  • 2 nights guesthouses, 5 nights hotels
  • 3 full day walks; 2 shorter walks
  • Altitude maximum 2090m, average 1250m
  • Group normally 4 to 16, plus leader(s). Min age 16 yrs
Included
  • All breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners included
  • All accommodation
  • Transfer for group flights
Ikke inkludert
  • Travel insurance Visas and vaccinations Single supplement

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Viktig Informasjon

The trip destination
  • 2 nights guesthouses, 5 nights hotels
  • 3 full day walks; 2 shorter walks
  • Altitude maximum 2090m, average 1250m
  • Group normally 4 to 16, plus leader(s). Min age 16 yrs
Food
All breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners included. Three of these lunches are packed lunches. In the itinerary, we state which meals are included on each day. Under the leadership of Enver Hoxha (the communist leader of Albania from 1944-1985), Albania became a self-sustaining country due to its isolation to the world. However, due to the lush fertile valleys, fresh mountain springs and Mediterranean climate, they are still very much a subsistence culture and show very little signs of changing. In the countryside expect your food to have been reared/grown not too far from your plate. Food in Albania is quite varied thanks to the many influences on the country and particularly Mediterranean combining both Turkish and European tastes. Dairy products, especially milk and yoghurt are present in almost every meal, usually locally sourced. Meals are reasonably priced at around GBP£3-5 per dish for traditional dishes such as baked rice, casseroles, stuffed aubergine and Jani Meat (beef or lamb sautéed with onions, garlic and spices). Fresh fish is also plentiful, from the sea or lakes and is an important ingredient in many dishes. Dishes that must be sampled are Tirana stew, Elbasan yoghurt and baked phyllo pie. For dessert, there are the classic cookies and puddings but most importantly the Baklava is very popular. Drinks are reasonably priced with a bottle of local beer costing around £1 yet traditional drinks need to be tried as well, Raki and ‘Scanderbeg’ Cognac for example (noted for its unique flavour and aroma). Your leader will recommend restaurants for each evening. Vegetarians are well-catered for in Albania as long as the hotels are advised in advance - please inform us before departure of any special dietary requests. If you follow a vegan diet you should expect that the variety of food may be limited whilst on this trip. This diet is relatively uncommon in this region and we cannot guarantee that the hotels and restaurants will provide meals that have the necessary variety.
Weather

Albania generally experiences a Mediterranean climate with summer temperatures at 25ºC on average in the day, and the warmest months are July and August where temperatures can rise to 30ºC and above. It becomes cooler further inland towards Korca during these months, especially in the evenings with high temperatures around 25ºC. There is always the small chance of rain in the mountains yet we aim not to travel in the coldest and wettest months, which is November to January. Berat also experiences a Mediterranean climate but thanks to its location in the shadow of Mt Tomorr, summers are much warmer than expected for the Mediterranean.

Is this trip for you?

Activity Level: 3 Moderate

This trip focuses on the north and central regions of Albania and is a balance of walking, culture and sightseeing. During the first half of the week, we trek in the remote Albanian Alps in the north. For the second half, we visit the historic towns of Berat and Krujë.

This trek is suitable for the average walker who is prepared to put in some physical preparation. For the most part, our walks follow good trails yet the terrain can be very rocky and slippery in parts, particularly in the Theth and Valbonë regions. We will encounter sustained steep ascents/descents (sometimes with gravel slopes) and you should be confident in your ability to deal with heights.

Over the course of the week, we enjoy five walks of varying length. There are three spectacular full day walks of up to about 7 hours walking per day, and two shorter walks each of roughly 1-3 hours walking (including stops). Walking hours stated are given as approximates only. The remainder of our time is spent sightseeing in Berat and Krujë.

There will be some long drives (approx. 4 hrs in total on Day 6 plus a 2hr boat journey), which are unavoidable in order to see as much as possible. Due to certain areas still being relatively undeveloped, some of the drives will be on windy and quite bumpy roads. Some roads are full of potholes and of a much lower standard to what is mostly expected in Europe. Still, we are always rewarded with spectacular wild scenery throughout. There may be some very short off road journeys where seatbelts cannot be guaranteed for the 4x4 vehicles used.

Luggage is transferred by horses during the trek. Hard suitcases are therefore not suitable.

Download our Fitness Training Guide for more information on our Activity Levels.

Priser / Datoer

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TILGJENGELIGE DATOER PRIS (1 VOKSEN) PRIS (1 BARN) STATUS REISE
fre, 02 jun 2023 / fre, 09 jun 2023 NOK 17 510 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 16 jun 2023 / fre, 23 jun 2023 NOK 18 420 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 30 jun 2023 / fre, 07 jul 2023 NOK 18 420 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 14 jul 2023 / fre, 21 jul 2023 NOK 18 420 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 04 aug 2023 / fre, 11 aug 2023 NOK 18 420 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 18 aug 2023 / fre, 25 aug 2023 NOK 18 420 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 01 sep 2023 / fre, 08 sep 2023 NOK 18 420 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 08 sep 2023 / fre, 15 sep 2023 NOK 18 420 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 31 mai 2024 / fre, 07 jun 2024 NOK 19 735 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 14 jun 2024 / fre, 21 jun 2024 NOK 19 735 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 28 jun 2024 / fre, 05 jul 2024 NOK 19 735 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 12 jul 2024 / fre, 19 jul 2024 NOK 19 735 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 02 aug 2024 / fre, 09 aug 2024 NOK 19 735 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 16 aug 2024 / fre, 23 aug 2024 NOK 19 735 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 30 aug 2024 / fre, 06 sep 2024 NOK 19 735 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 06 sep 2024 / fre, 13 sep 2024 NOK 19 735 På forespørsel På forespørsel
TILGJENGELIGE DATOER PRIS (1 VOKSEN) PRIS (1 BARN) STATUS REISE
fre, 02 jun 2023 / fre, 09 jun 2023 NOK 17 510 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 16 jun 2023 / fre, 23 jun 2023 NOK 18 420 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 30 jun 2023 / fre, 07 jul 2023 NOK 18 420 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 14 jul 2023 / fre, 21 jul 2023 NOK 18 420 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 04 aug 2023 / fre, 11 aug 2023 NOK 18 420 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 18 aug 2023 / fre, 25 aug 2023 NOK 18 420 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 01 sep 2023 / fre, 08 sep 2023 NOK 18 420 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 08 sep 2023 / fre, 15 sep 2023 NOK 18 420 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 31 mai 2024 / fre, 07 jun 2024 NOK 19 735 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 14 jun 2024 / fre, 21 jun 2024 NOK 19 735 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 28 jun 2024 / fre, 05 jul 2024 NOK 19 735 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 12 jul 2024 / fre, 19 jul 2024 NOK 19 735 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 02 aug 2024 / fre, 09 aug 2024 NOK 19 735 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 16 aug 2024 / fre, 23 aug 2024 NOK 19 735 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 30 aug 2024 / fre, 06 sep 2024 NOK 19 735 På forespørsel På forespørsel
fre, 06 sep 2024 / fre, 13 sep 2024 NOK 19 735 På forespørsel På forespørsel

Vi vil komme tilbake til deg med et tilbud på den forespurte reisen/pakken I løpet av 48 timer. Alle tilbud er uforpliktende og er vanligvis gyldige i 7 dager. Vi gjør oppmerksom på at reserverte tjenester kan bli kansellert innenfor disse 7 dagene og at pris kan endres inntil en endelig bestilling er mottatt.

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Antall dager 8
Pris fra NOK17,510.00
Destinasjoner Berat
Turkode TVZ
Aktivitet Tema & kulturreiser,Villmarksopplevelser,Fotturer,Aktive reiser
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