Trekking holiday explores the mountains of Albania

Walks Worldwide has introduced three departures for its unique Accursed Mountains, small group trekking holiday to Albania, following a hugely successful ‘reccee’ trip with a group of intrepid explorers last year.

The trips depart on 18 June, 9 July and 10 September and cost from £565 pp.

Whether you’re more inspired by the well documented and somewhat debauched adventures of Lord Byron, or the more recent antics of the BBC Top Gear presenters, this trip provides you with a chance to discover the remote north of the largely un-trekked mountains and passes of Albania.

The trekking is graded as ‘demanding’, walking between four and eight hours a day at altitudes of up to 2000m.

The small group trip (maximum 8 people) is accompanied by an expert local guide, to explore the wild mountains, where life has barely changed over hundreds of years and the closest shop is a mere 5 hours’ drive away.

The 8-day itinerary (click here for full details) costs from £565 pp which includes 7 nights’ accommodation, most meals, expert guide, maps and baggage transfers whilst walking.

For more information and bookings, visit: walksworlwide.com

Flights with BA to Tirana cost from approximately £250 pp. However Walks Worldwide is a fully-bonded, financially protected tour operator and can book international flights on request.