Visit The Balkans In 3 Days
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Item Code: 17-100
450.00€
Overview
This tour is unique because it gives you the opportunity to see the best of three countries in three days. This is the best choice for travelers who are interested in seeing how the Albanian culture changes and is developed differently in every region.
This tour gives you the opportunity to visit 2 capital cities, 2 UNESCO world heritage cities and 2 very important historic cities where pivotal events unfolded, shaping the course of history.
Details
Day 1: Enter North Macedonia
- Depart Tirana for Ohrid, North Macedonia. After a 2 hour travel, take a coffee stop at Drilon park. Enjoy a relaxing time with the swans in the preferred vacation stop of Enver Hoxha (Albanian Communist Dictator).
- Drive along the lake perimeter to arrive in Saint Naum.
- Visit the 1000-year-old monastery build by Saint Naum. Enjoy the stunning lake views.
- Head towards the picturesque Ohrid, exploring Tsar Samuel’s Fortress, the Ancient Theatre, and the awe-inspiring frescoes in the Church of St. Sophia.
- Immerse yourself in the lively Old Bazaar, shopping for souvenirs and visiting local mosques. Enjoy an overnight stay in Ohrid
Day 2: The Capitals: Skopje & Prishtina
- Start your journey towards Skopje. A merely 16km before Skopje we will stop in one of the most famous nature attraction of North Macedonia, Matka Canyons.
- Take a boat tour by the canyon and explore the cave and the secret lake of Matka Canyon.
- Visit Skopje. Situated in the northwestern part of North Macedonia, along the Vardar River, Skopje is the capital and largest city of North Macedonia.
- Uncover Skopje’s neoclassical charm, wandering through Macedonia Square, the Art Bridge, and the Old Bazaar.
- Continue your journey towards Prishtina, Kosovo’s capital, for a captivating walking tour of the city center..
- Check in at the hotel for an overnight stay in Kosovo.
Day 3: The Cultural Capitals: Prizren & Kruja
- Depart Tirana for Prizren, Kosovo. Immerse yourself in the city’s rich history, exploring landmarks like Kalaja Fortress, the Albanian League of Prizren House, Carshia e Vjeter, Sinan Hoxha Mosque, and St. George’s Orthodox Cathedral.
- Begin your exploration with a visit to the remarkable Kruja Bazaar, a 500-year-old market.
- Embark on a walking tour within the castle’s wall.
- Ascend to the summit of Kruja mountain, 1100 meters elevation, where Tirana, Durres, Kruja and the Adriatic sea will be in the palm of your hands.
- Conclude the tour on the top of mountain of Kruja, where the center of Bektashi religion is found. Enjoy the breathtaking views created by the sun setting on the Adriatic sea.
Included
- Accommodation + breakfast (2 nights)
- Private English Tour Leader
- Comfortable transportation
- Car WIFI
- Entrance fees (tickets to castles, museums, parks etc)
- Border taxes
Tour Essentials: What to Bring
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.
- Lightweight backpack
- Protection from sun