Hiking in Kosovo
In the heart of the cursed mountains, between glacial lakes and wild peaks of the Balkans
Duration
12 days
From
€780/pers.
Ideal seasons
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Style
Guided tour
Comfort
classique
Travelers
Solo, With friends, Couple
The spirit of travel
The Balkan peninsula is one of the last bastions still little known and explored by tourism.
Yet endowed with undeniable historical, cultural, and gastronomic wealth, this destination will undeniably become an unforgettable journey.
Join us for a dive into an incredible tour through the Balkan mountains.
The stages of your journey
Highlights
Day-by-day itinerary
Hiking: Kuqisthë, Kosovo – Babino Polje, Montenegro
Kuqishte → Babino Polje
After breakfast, briefing on the week then start the hike.
Hike from Kuqishtë to Babino Polie through numerous water sources and passages through the mountains. You will enjoy breaks by the glacial lakes "Liqeni i Kuqishtës" & "Liqeni i Drelajve".
In mid-afternoon you will reach Montenegro and reach the village of Babino Polie at the border between Kosovo and Montenegro.
Arrival at your guest house in mid-afternoon.
Hiking difficulty: moderate
Total elevation gain: 1,151m
Total elevation loss: 1,109m
Maximum altitude: 2,276m
Minimum altitude: 1,438m
Hiking: Babino Polje - Plav, Montenegro Junik, Kosovo
Babino Polje → Plav (Monténégro)
After breakfast, you will start the hike towards Plav.
You will reach Hrid Lake which represents one of the highest altitude points of the day. Take advantage of free time to swim and relax by the lake.
Continue the hike and arrive at the sublime Plav Lake located at 900 meters above sea level at the end of the day.
Free time to swim or relax by the lake.
Hiking difficulty: moderate
Cumulative elevation gain: 597m
Cumulative elevation loss: 1,123m
Maximum altitude: 2,046m
Minimum altitude: 1,002m
Hiking to Gjeravica, the Highest Peak of Kosovo
Junik → Gjeravica
After breakfast, set off on a wonderful hiking adventure to add to your trophy list the achievement of reaching Kosovo's highest peak.
You will start in the town of Junik, where you will be picked up by a 4 × 4 vehicle that will take you to accommodation in Gropa e Erenikut.
You will begin your ascent to the summit, passing through vast meadows and glacial lakes. Most of the trail climbs gradually, with the exception of two sections. One section takes you to the lakes and the second, more difficult climb leads to the summit itself.
The hike is truly accessible for any hiker.
Hiking difficulty: moderate
Total elevation gain: 1,022 meters
Total elevation loss: 1,022 meters
Maximum altitude: 2,665 meters
Minimum altitude: 1,438 meters
Gjeravica → Junik
Return to Junik.
Hiking at Junik Canyon, Kosovo
After breakfast, meet your English-speaking guide and then set off to discover the Junik canyon hidden in the cursed mountains, a magical place that was only discovered in 2007!
Begin your hike through a magnificent pine forest. Reach a relatively difficult path that takes you to an incredible spot within the canyon itself.
Spend the rest of the day through this wild and narrow canyon. Enjoy your lunch in a beautiful location.
If we still have some time and energy, we will head to a very difficult to access place, for a memorable swim at the blue eye of Junik!
Meals
Junik - The Mirusha Waterfalls – Velika Hoca - Prizren, Kosovo
After breakfast, head towards the Mirusha Waterfalls.
On the way, make a short stop at Lake Radoniqi, which is the second largest lake in Kosovo, located fourteen kilometers from Gjakova. It supplies Gjakova and Rahovec with drinking water and is not suitable for swimming, although in summer, visitors come to settle on its shores and enjoy its coolness.
Start a hike of approximately two hours to reach the Mirusha waterfalls located on the main road between Pristina and Gjakova. These waterfalls are a spectacular natural attraction.
Running through the cliffs, the Mirusha river, a tributary of the Drini i Bardhë, creates a chain of 13 waterfalls that cascade into the calm pools of the river, ideal for swimming. The highest waterfall reaches 22 meters in height.
Head off for lunch in Velika Hoca, a charming Serbian village, perfect for wine tasting.
Prizren, Kosovo
After breakfast, guided tour of Prizren, cultural and historical capital of Kosovo. Surrounded by mountainous landscapes, discover the old Ottoman center of the city where the Lumbardhi river flows.
Its cobbled streets and tea salons in the old bazaar give Prizren a unique Ottoman charm.
You will visit three religious buildings located nearby: the Sinan Pacha Mosque, the Saint George Orthodox Cathedral and the Notre-Dame du Perpétuel Secours Catholic Cathedral.
Also visit the Albanian League of Prizren, the first league for the defense of Albanian rights established at the end of the 19th century.
Free time to go to the Prizren Fortress (Kalaja e Prizrenit) for breathtaking views over the city. Opportunity to visit a filigree workshop, traditional Albanian jewelry originating from ancient Egypt.
Hiking to Lake Jazhinca, Kosovo
After breakfast, start a hike from Prevalla to reach Zahinca Lake. This is a hike that offers incredible views of the region.
You will be surrounded by the magnificent Sharr Mountains (Šar Planina) chain.
Snow-covered expanses blanket the pine forests and green meadows of the Sharr Mountains and the peaks retain their white covering, even during the summer period. This mountain chain extends from southern Kosovo to northern Macedonia, offering impressive views from high peaks and glacial-period lakes.
This national park offers an ideal setting for hiking, skiing and biking. This trail is beautiful in all seasons, especially in early summer.
Hiking at Lake Livadh, Kosovo
After breakfast, start a hike from Brezovica, the Kosovo ski resort to reach the Livadh lake. This is a full-day hike, moderate level. The distance of all trails is approximately 21.1 km (with the option).
First, you start the hike through a marked trail that leads you to the beautiful Livadh lake which is a glacial lake located in the Sharr mountains at an altitude of 2,173 meters. There, you can enjoy the view and for the most adventurous a swim in the lake.
Letnica – Horse Ride to the Lake – Novo Brdo, Kosovo
Sar Mountains → Novo Brdo
After breakfast, head to the village of Letnica. Every year, in mid-August, thousands of pilgrims flock to celebrate the feast of the Black Madonna in this small hidden village located in the Karadaku mountains.
The village, usually deserted, comes alive on this occasion. The Church housing the virgin is also known as the place where Gonxhe Bojaxhiu - remembered by posterity under the name of Mother Teresa - heard the call of her vocation at this location!
Set off on horseback into the heart of the Gjilian water supply system. Punctuated by gourmet stops prepared with products from regional farms. You will discover the fauna and flora of the massif. You can also swim in the lake!
Set off to reach the Novo Brdo Fortress located on the heights of a plateau offering a splendid panoramic view of the region.
Novo Brdo – Bear Sanctuary – Gracanica - Pristina, Kosovo
Novo Brdo → Pristina
After breakfast, you will head to the "Bear Sanctuary" or Pristina Bear Sanctuary, a park where many bears previously held in captivity in private restaurants in Kosovo and Albania were released.
Visit the Gračanica Monastery listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
After lunch, head to Pristina, capital of Kosovo, Europe's youngest country.
Explore the political and economic capital of Kosovo where you will discover unprecedented architectural contrast in Europe and a vibrant city in constant evolution.
Pristina, Kosovo
After breakfast, free time in your hotel in Pristina until your transfer to the airport for your return flight.
Price per person
Indicative price per person, based on double room. Each trip is customized according to your preferences.
This trip can be tailored to your preferences
This itinerary provides an excellent foundation for discovery, but it can be fully customized. Our local advisors build each trip tailored to your budget, dates and preferences.
Not included
- All additional expenses not mentioned in the program
- The options
- Tips
- Insurance
- The round-trip flight
Included
- Airport transfers Pristina/Skopje – city – airport Pristina/Skopje
- All transportation mentioned in the program
- Your tour guide during the circuit
- Nights in mountain hotels and chalets
- Full board from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 12
- (breakfasts, packed lunches during hikes and dinners)
- All visits mentioned in the program
- Entry fees on territories
Practical Information
Registration is considered firm and final after payment of a deposit of 30% of the total price and acceptance of the specific terms of sale.
The balance must be paid no later than 45 days before the departure date.
See our specific terms of sale for full details.
In the event of cancellation by the traveller, the following fees apply:
- Plus de 60 jours avant le départ : 40 % du prix total (acompte retenu)
- Entre 60 et 30 jours avant le départ : 50 % du prix total
- Moins de 30 jours avant le départ : 100 % du prix total
We strongly recommend taking out cancellation insurance. See our specific terms of sale for full details.
The information below applies to travelers who are nationals of the European Economic Area (EEA), Switzerland and Canada traveling to Kosovo for tourism purposes. Entry requirements may change, so we recommend verifying this information with the official authorities before your departure.
Passport
To enter Kosovo, your passport must be valid for the entire duration of your stay and must have at least one blank page for immigration stamps.
The document must be in good condition (no damaged, torn or altered pages).
Tourist stay without visa
Nationals of the European Economic Area, Switzerland and Canada benefit from a visa exemption for tourist stays in Kosovo.
This exemption allows a stay of up to 90 days within a 180-day period from the date of entry into the territory.
Authorities may also request:
a return travel document (return flight or onward journey),
proof of sufficient financial resources for the duration of your stay,
a hotel booking or a residential address during your stay.
Entry formalities
Upon arrival in Kosovo, travelers must present themselves to immigration services and may be required to provide:
information relating to their passport
details of their flight or means of transport
the address of their first accommodation in Kosovo
An entry stamp will be affixed to your passport by Kosovo immigration services. It is recommended to keep this stamp, as it may be requested when leaving the territory.
Traveling with children
Minors must hold their own valid passport covering the duration of the stay.
In certain European countries, when a minor travels without one of their parents, an authorization to leave the territory may be required according to the regulations of the country of residence.
Other nationalities
Entry conditions may vary depending on nationality. Affected travelers should contact the embassy or consulate of Kosovo in their country of residence, or the competent Kosovo authorities.
To participate in our trips, it is strongly recommended to be insured for repatriation assistance and foreign medical expenses.
Your local agency encourages you to review the specific contract developed with our partners CHAPKA ASSURANCES and AXA ASSISTANCE.
To subscribe to an insurance plan, learn about coverage and rates, follow the link below.
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If you choose to subscribe to one of these plans, the policy document detailing all coverage and claims procedures is available on the insurer's website.
Your local agency will be aware of it, but only the participant is responsible for complying with claims notification procedures. The participant must therefore keep this policy document with them for the entire duration of their trip.
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Travel with peace of mind — I'll handle the insuranceFrequently asked questions
No, French nationals can stay up to 90 days within 180 days in Kosovo without a visa. A valid passport required for at least 3 months after entry. Please note: some Kosovo stamps may cause issues in Serbia (do not enter Serbia from Kosovo without taking precautions).
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For a tailor-made quality trip, budget between 100 and 170 euros per day per person, including accommodation, meals, internal transport and activities. International flights (250-500 euros return) are additional. Kosovo is one of the most affordable destinations in Europe.
Your documents are accessible in the Documents tab of your trip.
Absolutely. We tailor each trip to match your travel profile. For families, we prioritize relaxed pacing, family-friendly accommodations, fun and educational activities, and comfortable private transfers. Our local English-speaking guides know how to captivate children with age-appropriate stories and anecdotes.
It's simple. You exchange with our local team to define your wishes, budget and dates. You receive a detailed itinerary proposal within 48 hours. You adjust every detail together until it's perfect. You confirm and travel with peace of mind. Your local agency remains available 7 days a week throughout your trip.
In case of emergency, contact your local agency immediately.
Payment is generally made in two installments.
Our agency is part of the Nomadays network, registered in France. You benefit from APST guarantee (Association Professionnelle de Solidarité du Tourisme) which covers 100% of your funds. Secure payment, repatriation insurance included, and English-speaking assistance 24/7 on site throughout your stay.
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Custodian of Secret Balkans, based in Pristina
Kosovo often surprises travelers. Those who come out of curiosity usually leave deeply moved by the warmth of the locals and the country's energy.
— Alan
