Walking Tours
This trek allows you to see parts of the Ionian Coast, also known as the Albanian Riviera, which are typically overlooked by tourists. This part of the Country is known for clear turquoise water, picture perfect beaches, warm hospitality and breathtaking landscapes. You trek along scenic coastal trails discovering quaint villages and farming communities with opportunities to stop for a swim or to relax on quiet beaches. The trip also includes time hiking in the mountains of Llogara National Park. During the trip, you will stay in a range of accommodation, typically family-run Guesthouses or Hotels. For your time in the Albanian Riviera you are based in Himarë. Trip Level: Moderate, Maximum altitude is 1,446 metres.
Today, upon arriving at Tirana Airport, you will be transferred to your accommodation in Himarë.
After breakfast, take a scenic drive to Kudhës, where today's walk begins. A track takes you past Olive groves to occasional flocks of Goats before opening up to give views across the coast to the Island of Corfu. The trail then passes through the rustic village of Qeparo before continuing to Borsh. Meals: Breakfast
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Starting in the picturesque Town of Vuno, which is known for its white washed houses, you descend from the inland village until arriving at Jala. On arrival at Jala, you take a coastal route that leads past secluded beaches, which are only accessible on foot, before reaching Livadh, and finally Himarë. There are several swimming spots along this route. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, today's hike starts with a fairly steep, but short ascent to a viewpoint near Lukova. On a clear day you are rewarded with views stretching across the countryside and over the Ionian Sea to Corfu. There is an option of extending the trek to Lavani Peak, which is reached via an undefined path. After the viewpoint, the path begins to drop after passing through olive groves, before the final descent into Piqeras. Meals: Breakfast
Today is the final walk in the Albanian Riviera. From Lukova, the trail takes you on cobblestone paths to a waterfall. Running alongside the terraced Olive groves is a trail, which was built by hand without the use of machinery. After this, the path takes you back to the coastline and Bunec Beach, before finishing at Borsch Beach. Depending on the time, you can relax here and have a swim before transferring back to Himarë. Meals: Breakfast
In the morning a transfer takes you to Llogara National Park. Today’s hike offers extensive views as you hike near the peaks of Cika and Qorre on a gravel path. On a clear day you might see the Albanian Riviera and Orikum Bay. A partial trail free path takes you to Mount Gjipali, at a height of 1,446 metres, a perfect spot for a picnic or to relax. After today’s hike a transfer takes you to your accommodation in Llogara. Meals: Breakfast
Beginning at the Llogara Pass, today’s hike takes you through Pine forest and Shepherd's trails until climbing to a height of 1,600 metres at the Dhjopuri Saddle. Throughout the hike there are breathtaking views across the Ceraunian Mountain Range, Albanian Riviera and Ionian Sea. After your hike, a transfer takes you to Tirana for your overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Tirana Airport in time for your return flight home or onward journey. Meals: Breakfast
Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (ww)
