A gentle ride through rivers, lakes, and history.
This relaxing route follows the Shkumbin River through bridges, lakes, and castles, with farm-fresh food and scenic picnic stops along the way.
- • Bike & Helmet
- • 3 days / 2 nights’ accommodation in local guesthouses/hotels
- • Daily breakfast, 2 dinners (local cuisine)
- • Luggage transfer
- • English-speaking guide
- • Entrance tickets to castles/museums
- • GPX files for self-riders (optional)
- • Support vehicle (with snacks, mechanical aid)
- • E-bike upgrade
- • Airport shuttle service
- • Bikepacking gear, jersies, riding gear
- • Drinks with meals
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Elbasan
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140 km
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14 hours
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750 m
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Guided
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English
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Yes
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4 - 8
Day 01 :
Elbasan → Labinot-Fushë → Paper
- Distance: ~45 km | Elevation Gain: ~200 m
- Highlights: Ride along the Shkumbin River, visit Ottoman bridges, and enjoy a picnic in riverside meadows.
Day 02 :
Paper → Peqin → Belsh Lakes
- Distance: ~50 km | Elevation Gain: ~250 m
- Highlights: Stop at Peqin Castle, ride into the scenic area of Belsh with its lakes and walking paths.
Day 03 :
Belsh → Banja Hydropower → Elbasan
- Distance: ~50 km | Elevation Gain: ~300 m
- Highlights: Ride among lakes, enjoy local agrotourism restaurants in Seferan, and return to Elbasan via quiet backroads.
