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Albania, Greece, Macedonia, Kosovo · UNESCO Heritage Sites
The journey
Explore the cultural and historical sites of Albania as you travel through Tirana, Kruja, Pristina, and other remarkable cities, visiting landmarks such as Skanderbeg Square, the Castle of Kruja, and the Gračanica Monastery in Pristina, a UNESCO Heritage site. Cross the borders into neighbouring countries and continue to Greece to visit Ali Pasha's castle and the famous Meteora monasteries. Along the way, admire beautiful views from historic castles, archaeological sites, and lakeside towns across Albania, Kosovo, Macedonia, and Greece.
The views from the fortress are so amazing that it is hard to imagine visiting Prizren without seeing it.
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Day by day
Get picked up from the airport. Accommodation at the hotel will be arranged depending on the time of day.
Visit the cultural and historical centres of Tirana.
See the lively Skanderbeg Square.
Visit the symbol of the city, the Clock Tower.
After breakfast, leave for Shkodra.
Stop for 3 hours in Kruja, where you can visit the Castle of Kruja and the old bazaar.
After checking in at the hotel, visit the castle of Shkodra and its historical centres, in particular the Marubi Museum.
The first stop is in Prizren, where you will visit the historic centre of the city.
Do not miss Prizren Fortress, a must-see attraction. The views from the fortress are so amazing that it is hard to imagine visiting Prizren without seeing it.
Stop by the Old Stone Bridge of the Bistrica River, the city's most famous attraction.
After a pleasant breakfast, leave for Pristina.
In Pristina, visit Gadima Cave, which has a visitable length of 1,260 m.
Head to Kacanik, where you will be accommodated in hotels in the area. After a stroll through the beautiful nature of the Kacanik Gorge near the meadow lake, considered one of the most beautiful in the Balkans, dinner will be another pleasant attraction.
See the Gračanica Monastery in Pristina, a UNESCO Heritage site, with your Albania tour guide.
Visit the New Born Monument, Mother Theresa Cathedral, and the Old Town.
After a fantastic morning in Kacanik, head towards the beautiful city of Ohrid.
Make two stops, in Skopje and Gostivar, where you can enjoy a coffee or a short walk before reaching the beautiful city of Ohrid on Lake Ohrid.
Visit the Old Town and enjoy a lakefront dinner.
After breakfast, head to the border, where you will first stop at Saint Naum for a 1.5-hour visit.
See the scenic nature of Drilon and the beautiful city of Korça, where you will visit the museum and old town centre.
Visit Parku Rinia, the garden park.
After breakfast, leave for Përmet while making stops in the beautiful parks.
Check in at the hotel.
Visit the Benja Thermal Baths in Përmet.
Go to the tourist park of Hotova, where you will also have dinner.
Go to the border crossing through Kakavi and continue to Ioannina, Greece.
After having breakfast in Ioannina, continue with your tour.
First, visit the Cave of Perama, a marvel of nature, over 1.5 km long and about 685 m deep.
Then visit Ali Pasha's castle in Ioannina and, depending on the weather, also visit the island with Ali Pasha's museum.
Head to Meteora and visit the famous Meteora monasteries after lunch in the stone town of Metsovo.
After breakfast, visit:
the 4th-century castle.
The National Museum of Arms.
The old bazaar and church.
Start the trip to the Blue Eye.
Check in at 3-star accommodation in Saranda.
Visit Lëkurësi Castle, a site with panoramic views of its surroundings. The first Albanian site to be included in UNESCO's World Heritage list was Butrint, and it is the biggest remaining ancient city and Albania's most spectacular archaeological site.
En route, visit the Blue Eye to learn the legend of the fountain, as well as the stunning Mesopotam Monastery. It is known for its amazing colours and is a great place to swim in ice-cold water.
Have dinner and stay overnight in Saranda.
After breakfast, head to Himara.
Visit the castle of Himara.
Travel along the Albanian Riviera and visit the fortress of Ali Pasha in Porto Palermo.
Stay at the hotel.
In Vlore, visit:
Kaninë Castle.
The Venetian castle and tower of the 14th-16th century BC.
The Independence Monument.
In the evening, check in at a 3-star hotel in Vlora for dinner and an overnight stay.
In the morning, explore the ancient city of Apollonia.
The highlights of this tour include:
the Bouleuterion, Acropolis, Odeon, and Monastery.
The Church of Saint Mary and the Museum.
Byllis Archaeological Park.
The Museum of Apollonia.
Hike up to the castle of Berat.
Visit the Museum of Onufri, Shen Triadhes Church, and the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas.
Visit Bogove Waterfall and Osumi Canyons.
Today, you will visit:
Durres Amphitheatre.
Durres Castle.
Royal Villa of Durres.
Archaeological Museum.
Via Egnatia.
Dajti Express cable car.
Dajti Mountain National Park.
Cave of Pellumbas.
End of tour.
The route
The fine print
Pickup with an Albanian guide at the airport or port
Transport
Hotels with breakfast
Entry fees at museums
Flight tickets
Dinner and lunch
Accommodation in breakfast hotels is included throughout the trip, and an optional meal may also be included, preferably at lunch or dinner.
The trip includes visits to cities in Albania, Kosovo, northern Macedonia, and Greece, mainly in places where good hospitality and food are available.
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Your 15 days finish where they began, in Ruga Nene Tereza.
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