The Accursed Mountains (Bjeshkët e Nëmuna) in northern Albania are one of the wildest, most beautiful corners of Europe dramatic limestone peaks, turquoise rivers and timeless stone villages. The jewel is Theth.
Short on time? Our Theth & the Albanian Alps day tour gets you there and back in a day, no driving required.
Theth village & church
The postcard image of the Alps: a little stone church in a green valley ringed by towering peaks. Theth is a national park and a base for hikes in every direction.
Grunas Waterfall
A 25-metre waterfall about an hour’s walk from the village an easy, rewarding hike past traditional kulla (stone tower houses).
The Blue Eye of Theth
A glacial pool of impossibly blue water (best late spring to autumn). The walk in is longer and more rugged than the Saranda Blue Eye proper shoes recommended.
The Theth → Valbona hike
The classic day hike of the Albanian Alps crosses the Valbona Pass between two valleys (~6–8 hours). For serious hikers it’s a bucket-list trail.
Practical tips
- Season: roughly May to October the mountain roads and trails can be closed/snowy in winter.
- Start early: it’s a long drive from Tirana/Shkodër; an early start makes the most of the day.
- Vehicle: the final stretch is mountain road we use suitable vehicles and experienced drivers.
- Bring: layers, water, and good walking shoes.
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Skip the logistics and enjoy the views our Theth day tour includes pickup, a comfortable vehicle and a local guide. Message us on WhatsApp to plan it.