The details
Hike 45 km (28 miles) through Kosovo’s untouched alpine landscapes, summit Mt. Gjeravica (2,656m)—the country’s highest peak—and experience warm local hospitality in mountain guesthouses.
Kosovo’s section of the Via Dinarica offers an exhilarating journey across some of the most rugged and unspoiled terrain in the Western Balkans. Stretching from the south to the northern border, the trail features everything from gentle paths to challenging ascents, with sweeping valley views and dramatic karst formations.
As part of the larger transnational Via Dinarica route from Albania to Slovenia, Kosovo’s segment stands out for its diverse terrain, rich culture, and welcoming communities—perfect for hikers, bikers, and outdoor lovers seeking authentic adventure.
Your guide
What’s included
Guides
Professional, friendly, English-speaking guides.
Accommodation
Authentic, locally owned mountain guesthouses.
Transfer
Listed transfers will be in a private minivan with an English-speaking driver. Bag transfers to guesthouses will be arranged where possible.
Food
All meals are included: breakfasts and dinners at guesthouses, and packed lunches on the trail.
More Info
This 5-day Via Dinarica program is ideal for travelers who want a true mountain experience but have limited time. The itinerary offers a well-balanced mix of landscapes—starting near Peja, continuing through the Deçan and Junik region, and culminating with the ascent of Gjeravica, one of Kosovo’s highest and most iconic peaks.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival
Arrival at Prishtina Airport. Meet your guide and transfer to Peja, a mountain town at the edge of the Rugova Valley. Accommodation at hotel / hostel (with shared rooms and bathrooms). Meet for dinner and evening briefing about the journey ahead.
Included: Airport transfer, accommodation, dinner, and briefing with the guide.
Accommodation: Peja, Kosova.
Day 2: Kuqishte – Milishec
After breakfast, we will drive towards Kuqishte and start hiking from the village. The trail starts off as a gentle hike toward alpine lakes – Liqeni i Kuqishtës and Liqeni i Drelajve – and continues to the Qafa e Jelenkës mountain pass, offering stunning views. We will descend to the Village of Zllonopojë, and stay at a local guesthouse.
Trail: 12km | Elevation: 1200m | Moderate
Included: Breakfast, packed lunch, dinner, and accommodation.
Accommodation: Zllonopojë, Kosova.
Day 3: Milishec – Gacaferi
A diverse hike through Roshkodol valley, along scenic ridgelines and surrounded by mountain peaks. End the day at Pllaqica e Junikut and stay at a local guesthouse.
Trail: 18km | Elevation: 800m | Easy
Included: Breakfast, packed lunch, dinner, and accommodation.
Accommodation: Junik, Kosova.
Day 4: Gacaferi – Gropat
The last day of hiking offers big rewards with a climb to the summit of Gjeravica Peak (2,656m). The hike finishes in Gropa e Erenikut, followed by a drive to Prishtina.
Trail: 15km | Elevation: 1200m | Moderate
Included: Breakfast, packed lunch, dinner, and accommodation in Prishtina.
Accommodation: Prishtina, Kosova.
Day 5: Departure
Breakfast in the hotel and transfer to Prishtina Airport for your flight home.
Note: The actual itinerary and the activities are subject to change due to group abilities and preferences, weather conditions and forecast, road conditions, etc. For further details on the itinerary, please write to us at info@butterflyoutdoor.com.
Accommodation
We stay exclusively in locally owned guesthouses and enjoy traditional, home-cooked meals prepared by local families. Supporting these communities is a core part of our work, and we are proud to contribute directly to the people who have lived in these mountains for generations.
Details
- Group size: 4-12
- Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
- Duration: 5 nights / 4 days
- Available: May through October
