From CAD 2,099
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Small Group
Light
Rating
Experience Overview
Venture off the beaten path on this eight-day European adventure through Albania, North Macedonia, and Kosovo — three hidden gems packed with history, flavour, and untold stories. Wander through centuries-old architecture that weaves a tale of resilience and progress, indulge in local delicacies that will surprise and delight, and sip your way through ancient wine traditions that have stood the test of time. Along the way, connect with locals, bond with fellow travellers, and experience a side of Europe most never see. This isn’t your typical Euro trip — it’s something bolder, richer, and completely unforgettable.
Highlights
- Take in the the sunset from the historic Prizren Fortress
- Dive into the regional flavours of Ohrid with a hands-on cooking demonstration
- Set sail on a scenic boat tour across the breathtaking waters of Lake Ohrid
- Sip and savour local vintages on a winery tour and tasting experience
Trip Details
Product Code: 32575
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Private vehicle, walking, boat.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Supplier Code: EXTP
Starts: Tirana, Albania
Finishes: Pristina, Kosovo
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Light
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: Regional Cooking Demonstration and Light Lunch, Ohrid
- Boat cruise on Lake Ohrid
- Walking tour of Ohrid
- Visit Bitola and walk along the Sirok Sokak
- Winery tasting with light lunch
- Skopje walking tour
- Prizren orientation walk
- Prizren Fortress sunset walk
- Pristina walking tour
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (7 nts).
- 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches
Transport
- Private vehicle, walking, boat.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 2099 (CAD 262 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Tirana
Arrive at any time.
Day 2: Tirana/Ohrid
Cross the border into North Macedonia and travel to the beautiful city of Ohrid, referred to as the "Jerusalem of the Balkans" due to its 365 churches with one for each day of the year. Take some free time to find lunch in one of the bazaars and then take a short boat cruise to admire the city's highlights and the surrounding scenery. The rest of the day is free to continue exploring or to relax.
Day 3: Ohrid
Set off with your CEO this morning on an walking exploration of Ohrid. Discover the old town with it's iconic landmarks and historic architecture then wander through the local bazaar. Later, join a chef to learn about local delicious specialties that will serve as a light lunch lunch before visiting the Roman amphitheatre. The rest of the afternoon and evening are free to continue exploring or to relax at the hotel before an optional dinner out in the evening.
While getting to know Ohrid, keep an eye out for the 900 year old tree located near Old Town - a true Ohrid landmark.
Day 4: Ohrid/Skopje
Wave goodbye to Ohrid this morning as you depart for Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia. Stop in Bitola for a pleasant walk along the pedestrian street called Shirok Sokak before travelling onward to wine region. Sample the local flavours before ending in the capital. Later, set off on foot with your CEO to see some of the city's striking architecture followed by a walk up to the Castle of Kale to revel in the city views. The rest of the day is free to continue exploring or to relax.
Day 5: Skopje/Prizren
Enjoy a relaxed morning before driving across the border into Kosovo and to the city of Prizren. Set off with your CEO on an orientation walk through town along the Bistrica river, crossing the iconic old stone bridge and onto the cobble-stoned Shadervan square. The rest of the afternoon is free before re-grouping in the evening for a walk up to the town fortress for beautiful sunset views of the town, river and valley.
Day 6: Prizren
Enjoy a free day in Prinzen to explore the city, take a wine tasting excursion or to relax. Perhaps join your CEO for a morning visit to the filigree shops to browse the textiles and shops or head out on a leisurely hike along the Bistrica River to see the local shepherds.
Day 7: Prizren/Pristina
Enjoy a relaxed morning in Prizren before journeying onward to Pristina, the bustling commerce hub and capital of Kosovo. Explore the city's highlights with your CEO on a walking exploration and get immersed in its rich history before taking the rest of the day free for individual exploration or to relax at a cafe. Head out in the evening for an optional final dinner out with the group.
Day 8: Pristina
Depart at any time.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
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