The Balkans

The Albanian Alps & Beyond

7 Nights
Scenic, Cultural, Adventurous
A fast faced hidden gem adventure that will take you through some of the most stunning natural landscapes and cultural experiences in Albania.
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Tirana: 1 night
DAY 1 1
Tirana

Arrival

  • Arrive in Tirana and transfer to your hotel in the city.
  • Visit Skanderbeg Square, Et’hem Bey Mosque, and the Pyramid of Tirana.
  • Enjoy a traditional Albanian dinner in one of the city’s many restaurants.

Shkodra: 1 night
DAY 2 2
Shkodra

Sightseeing

  • After breakfast, depart for Shkodra, the gateway to the Albanian Alps.
  • Visit Rozafa Castle, which offers panoramic views of Shkodra and Lake Skadar.
  • Explore the Marubi National Museum of Photography.

Koman Lake: 1 night
DAY 3 3
Koman Lake

boat ride

  • Take a boat ride on Koman Lake, one of the most scenic boat trips in the world.
  • Marvel at the rugged cliffs and pristine waters.
  • Spend the night in a guesthouse near Koman Lake.

Valbona: 1 night
DAY 4 4
Valbona

Valbona Pass

  • Depart for Valbona, another stunning village in the Albanian Alps.
  • Hike the Valbona Pass, taking in breathtaking views along the way.
  • Check into your guesthouse and enjoy a peaceful evening in the tranquil surroundings.

Plav, Montenegro: 2 nights
DAY 5 5
Plav, Montenegro

Cross the border

  • Cross into Montenegro to the town of Plav.
  • Explore the stunning Prokletije Mountains, which are part of the Dinaric Alps. The region offers excellent hiking opportunities and beautiful landscapes.

DAY 6 6
Plav, Montenegro

Prokletije Mountains

  • Spend another day exploring the Montenegrin side of the Prokletije Mountains, hiking, and enjoying the natural beauty.
  • Consider visiting the nearby town of Gusinje or other scenic spots in the region.

DAY 7 7
Plav, Montenegro

Departure

  • Travel to Podgorica Airport to depart or continue your onward journey to another European destination.
  • Consider exploring more of Montenegro for hiking or relaxing on the coast.

THE ALBANIAN ALPS TOUR MAP

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Reviews

Thank you to Bellarome for an incredible 5 days in Italy! They organised everything which left us with total peace of mind, allowing us to relax and enjoy the stunning history and beauty of Florence, Tuscany and Cinque Terre. Every aspect of our trip was fantastic. I would highly recommend Bellarome and would definitely use them again.
Becky Hindley
Becky Hindley
2023-05-20
In March we went to Rome to watch Italy v Wales, Six Nations fixture. We had a wonderful time in Rome and everything worked perfectly with flights, hotel, rugby match and transfers. We would definitely recommend Bellarome Travel to anyone planning to watch rugby in Rome. Also very impressed with the service before our trip, quick responses to any queries as well as all the information we needed. Thank you very much ! Jessica and travel party
Jessica Blanck
Jessica Blanck
2023-04-15
Mario and company made our adventure effortless, from accommodations to tours to transportation from place to place. The tour guides; Will, Dino, I apologize for forgetting the names of the others From Milan to Rome to Satorini to Mykonos to Athens. Their knowledge of the particular area was unparalleled. Would I tour with Bellarome again hell yes I’m looking forward to touring with them in 2024
William Sapp
William Sapp
2023-03-26
We just returned from a vacation planned by Daniel and the Bellarome team, and it was truly the trip of a lifetime! We have three sons, aged 21, 18 and 16, and we are all futbol/soccer fans, and a few of us enjoy history. Daniel understood this and planned an incredible ten-day adventure based in two cities, Manchester and London which included three soccer matches, four days of well-planned tours, reliable, on time transportations, and a special NYE dinner. We still had freedom to do some of our own sightseeing and plan our own restaurants. All in all such a fantastic experience for our entire family!
Amy Sullins
Amy Sullins
2023-01-07
Good service. Good choice on the menu. Nice.
Pam Peard
Pam Peard
2022-11-22
Great vacation with Bellarome Travel. It was all well arranged. We decided to use a tour company for our trip, to have the support on hand, especially after the last 2 years. Seeing tthe UK and Italy was an amazing experience and one we really needed Thank you Bellarome!
Berney Glynn
Berney Glynn
2022-10-07
Very quick and helpful staff…unfortunatley unable to priceed with the travel package they put together at this time..but will be going back to them.
Neil Glitherow
Neil Glitherow
2022-08-15
Bellarome Travel was recommended when our regular travel agent closed shop. So happy that we took the recommendation! We made our travel arrangements just before Covid hit and had to postpone our trip many times. Daniel, in particular, was a huge support to us as we dealt with all the cancellations and rescheduling, while he had to deal with the uncertainty of the effect of Covid on his own industry. Through it all he was kind, understanding, reassuring and supportive. We finally made a flawless trip in May 2022 thanks to Daniel. Highly recommend this company.
Florancetta Lowe
Florancetta Lowe
2022-07-14

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Reviews

Thank you to Bellarome for an incredible 5 days in Italy! They organised everything which left us with total peace of mind, allowing us to relax and enjoy the stunning history and beauty of Florence, Tuscany and Cinque Terre. Every aspect of our trip was fantastic. I would highly recommend Bellarome and would definitely use them again.
Becky Hindley
Becky Hindley
2023-05-20
In March we went to Rome to watch Italy v Wales, Six Nations fixture. We had a wonderful time in Rome and everything worked perfectly with flights, hotel, rugby match and transfers. We would definitely recommend Bellarome Travel to anyone planning to watch rugby in Rome. Also very impressed with the service before our trip, quick responses to any queries as well as all the information we needed. Thank you very much ! Jessica and travel party
Jessica Blanck
Jessica Blanck
2023-04-15
Mario and company made our adventure effortless, from accommodations to tours to transportation from place to place. The tour guides; Will, Dino, I apologize for forgetting the names of the others From Milan to Rome to Satorini to Mykonos to Athens. Their knowledge of the particular area was unparalleled. Would I tour with Bellarome again hell yes I’m looking forward to touring with them in 2024
William Sapp
William Sapp
2023-03-26
We just returned from a vacation planned by Daniel and the Bellarome team, and it was truly the trip of a lifetime! We have three sons, aged 21, 18 and 16, and we are all futbol/soccer fans, and a few of us enjoy history. Daniel understood this and planned an incredible ten-day adventure based in two cities, Manchester and London which included three soccer matches, four days of well-planned tours, reliable, on time transportations, and a special NYE dinner. We still had freedom to do some of our own sightseeing and plan our own restaurants. All in all such a fantastic experience for our entire family!
Amy Sullins
Amy Sullins
2023-01-07
Good service. Good choice on the menu. Nice.
Pam Peard
Pam Peard
2022-11-22
Great vacation with Bellarome Travel. It was all well arranged. We decided to use a tour company for our trip, to have the support on hand, especially after the last 2 years. Seeing tthe UK and Italy was an amazing experience and one we really needed Thank you Bellarome!
Berney Glynn
Berney Glynn
2022-10-07
Very quick and helpful staff…unfortunatley unable to priceed with the travel package they put together at this time..but will be going back to them.
Neil Glitherow
Neil Glitherow
2022-08-15
Bellarome Travel was recommended when our regular travel agent closed shop. So happy that we took the recommendation! We made our travel arrangements just before Covid hit and had to postpone our trip many times. Daniel, in particular, was a huge support to us as we dealt with all the cancellations and rescheduling, while he had to deal with the uncertainty of the effect of Covid on his own industry. Through it all he was kind, understanding, reassuring and supportive. We finally made a flawless trip in May 2022 thanks to Daniel. Highly recommend this company.
Florancetta Lowe
Florancetta Lowe
2022-07-14