Traverse the Balkans as we explore Albania, North Macedonia, and Kosovo on this two-week holiday. Tick off cosmopolitan cities, alpine landscapes, and off-the-beaten-track villages as we delve into the history of the region, spotting Ottoman and Communist relics. Along the way, get closer to local life and traditions, visiting wineries and sipping mountain tea with a farming family. Balkan capitals - Walk through history in three vibrant capitals Tirana, Skopje and Pristina. Valbona Valley - Soak in the scenery on a hike in the dramatic alpine valley, surrounded by the jagged peaks of the Accursed Mountains. Lake Ohrid - Explore the peaceful lake and mountain setting, boasting many cultural monuments including the Saint Naum Monastery.
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General information
Tour ID133449
Tour length14days
LanguageEnglish
Group size16
Age range16 - 85
Operated by
Explore!
Starting point
Rruga Kala, Krujë District, Albania
Hotel Panorama, Hotel reception
18:00
End point
Rruga Mine Peza, Tiranë, Albania
Hotel Vila Tafaj, Hotel reception
09:00
Itinerary
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Day 1: Join trip in Tirana
Day 2: Cable car up Mount Dajti and free afternoon in Tirana
Day 3: Border crossing to North Macedonia and drive to Lake Ohrid
Day 4: Explore Lake Ohrid and Saint Naum Monastery
Day 5: Explore Matka Canyon, discover Skopje and drive to Pristina
Day 6: Walking tour of Pristina, visit the splendid Monastery of Gracanica and continue to Peja
Day 7: Explore the Peja Highlands and the church complex of Peja Patriarch
Day 8: Visit the Decani Monastery on the way to Prizren
Day 9: Wine tasting in Rahovec and visit to a Serbian enclave village
Day 10: Discover Gjakova and drive to the Valbona Valley in Albania
Day 11: Alpine hike in the scenic valley and meet a local shepherd's family
Day 12: Scenic journey to Shkoder
Day 13: Drive to Durres via Skanderbeg tomb, enjoy the evening by the Adriatic Sea