Explore Thethi, The Unknown Part Of Albania, 2 Days

Venture off the tourist trail and into the mountains to visit the village of Theth with a local guide. Tucked away in Albania’s lesser-known Shkodra region, the village is secluded, yet dramatic landscapes abound. You’ll discover the nature and views with your guide, and experience warm Albanian hospitality with an overnight stay in a guesthouse where local food is served. Book an overnight trip to Theth online and have details confirmed in advance. Skip the tourist hotels and sleep in a village guesthouse, chosen for its charm. Travel with a private driver-guide and learn about the region as you go .Leave the navigation and meals to the experts and focus on the landscapes

Day 1

Tirane-Theth 2

Stops 1 Lezhe Castle Our guide will pick you up early at the hotel in Tirana. Our first stop will be Lezha. Lezha is located in north Albania and is a region with thousands of years of history. In Lezha the League of Lezha was created under the order of Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg. After Lezha we are going toward Thethi.

Theth National Park

This unique mountain village easily has the most dramatic setting in Albania. To go to Thethi we need to drive through, Thore Pass. It is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.685m above sea level, located in the Albanian Alps. After that, we are in Thethi village and we are going to the guest house where the lunch is going to be served. After lunch, we are going to see the Tower of Thethi and the Church. The dinner will be with local food and a glass of raki, maybe two or three.

 

 

 

Day 2

Blue Eye of Theth
 
After breakfast, we will start our trip to go to Grunasi waterfall, one of the most exceptional natural beauties in the Albanian Alps. To go to Grunasi waterfall we need to walk for about 1 hour. The next destination will be the Blue Eye. The location of this beauty is down on Kaprre, one of the most beautiful villages in the Alps. To reach the Blue Eye you must pass one of the rare beauties that is Grunas Canyon of Theth. To go to Blue Eye we need to walk for 2 hours. For the bravest, it is time to swim. I said that because the water is very cold over there. It is Time to go to Shkodra. 2 hours • Admission Ticket Free  
 
 
Rozafa Castle

 

In Shkodra we are going to stop for a short visit and for lunch near the lake. Shkodra, the traditional center of the Gheg cultural region, is one of the oldest cities in Europe and arguably the most attractive urban center in Albania. The ancient Rozafa Fortress has stunning views over Lake Shkodra, while the pastel-painted buildings in the Old Town have a distinct Italian ambiance. After the visit in Shkodra it is time to come back in Tirana.