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Albanian Alps · Albania

Theth to Valbona trek: grade, cost & permits

Six to seven hours over a pass between two valleys that had no connecting road until recently. Guesthouses at both ends include dinner; book them before you walk.

Photo: Liridon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

GradeMedium
Duration1 day
Highest point1,795 m
SeasonJun–Oct
Cost from base₹900per person
BaseTheth or Valbona

Six to seven hours over a pass between two valleys that had no connecting road until recently. Guesthouses at both ends include dinner; book them before you walk.

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Theth to Valbona, planned for you

Day-by-day timings, the route, what each part costs, where to sleep and eat, and a checklist. One PDF that works offline: print it, or send it to everyone going.

  1. Day 1 Theth to Valbona: the trek
    • TravelBase: Theth or Valbona
    • PermitPermits and entry
    • On the trailMedium trek to 1,795 m₹900

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The route

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The climb

750 m1100 m1400 m1795 m1500 m1100 m800 m Start · 750 mEnd · 800 m 1,795 m

How to reach the start

Furgon from Shkodër to Theth, or the Lake Koman ferry and a minibus to Valbona.

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Permits and rules

Permit: None. Waymarked throughout.

Rules change. Check the park office or official booking system before you travel.

Step 4 of 6Next: Gear

What to carry

Step 5 of 6Next: Cost

What it costs

Ballpark ranges, not live quotes. Prices last updated 6 October 2026. Prices move with season and demand, so check live fares before you book. Spot a wrong price? Tell us and we fix it.

Your group, from the base₹1,800
Couple · from Theth or Valbona
Per person₹900

Covers local transport, permits or entry, a guide where needed and food on the trail. Getting to Theth or Valbona is extra.

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Questions people ask

How hard is the Theth to Valbona trek?

Medium grade. It takes 1 day and climbs to about 1,795 m. Six to seven hours over a pass between two valleys that had no connecting road until recently. Guesthouses at both ends include dinner; book them before you walk.

Do I need a permit for Theth to Valbona?

None. Waymarked throughout.

How do I reach the Theth to Valbona trek?

Furgon from Shkodër to Theth, or the Lake Koman ferry and a minibus to Valbona. Base: Theth or Valbona.

What is the best season for Theth to Valbona?

Jun–Oct.

How much does the Theth to Valbona trek cost?

From about ₹900 per person from the base, covering local transport, permits or entry, a guide where required and food. The journey to the base is extra.

What should I carry?

Day pack only — pay for the luggage transfer round by road.

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Costs are indicative ballparks for doing it yourself and change with season and demand. Always check live fares, rates and opening rules before you book. Trip Under is not a travel agency: we don't sell packages or bookings, we take no commission, and we link to maps and official sites, never to booking sites. Every guide is free; our only paid products are optional downloadable trip plans and itineraries. Photographs come from Wikimedia Commons under free licences; see credits.

By Gokul · Updated 6 October 2026 · Photo: Liridon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source · Photo: Alexkom000 · CC BY 4.0 · source · Photo: Liridon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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