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15 Days 14 Nights

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Overview

A premium journey through Albania, Kosovo, and North Macedonia. Explore historic cities, breathtaking landscapes, authentic local traditions, and delicious regional cuisine while experiencing the unique charm and hospitality of each destination. This unforgettable tour blends history, culture, and comfort for a truly exceptional travel experience.

What's Included

Private transfers with comfortable vehicle. Accommodation for 14 nights in 4 Star Hotels in double or twin rooms. Breakfasts x14. Lunches x3. Dinners x3. Guide. Entrance fees in museums and sites. Activities: Wine Tasting, Speedboat on Komani Lake, Rafting in Vjosa River.

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

Tirana International Airport
Podgorica Airport
Tivat Airport
Pristina Airport
Skopje Airport
Athens
Other

Start Time

09:00:00

End point

Flexible drop off locations.

What To Expect

Discover the heart of the Western Balkans on an unforgettable premium journey through Albania, Kosovo, and the Republic of North Macedonia, where ancient history, breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cities, authentic traditions, and exceptional hospitality come together. This carefully designed experience offers the perfect balance of cultural discovery, adventure, gastronomy, and relaxation, taking you from UNESCO World Heritage Sites and historic stone towns to crystal-clear lakes, spectacular rivers, and the sun-drenched Albanian Riviera.

Begin your adventure in Tirana, the vibrant capital of Albania, a dynamic city where colorful architecture, lively streets, historic landmarks, and modern cafés reflect the country’s fascinating transformation. Immerse yourself in Albanian culture with a memorable Albanian Night Show, featuring traditional music, energetic dances, colorful costumes, and authentic local flavors for an unforgettable evening of entertainment.

Continue to Berat, the UNESCO World Heritage city known as the City of a Thousand Windows, where Ottoman-era houses climb the hillsides beneath the historic castle. Explore its charming old neighborhoods, admire its remarkable architecture, and enjoy a special wine-tasting experience, discovering the flavors and traditions of Albanian winemaking.

Experience one of Albania’s most spectacular natural wonders at Komani Lake, surrounded by dramatic mountains and turquoise waters. Enjoy an exclusive private speedboat excursion through this breathtaking landscape, navigating narrow passages and towering cliffs while discovering hidden corners of one of the country’s most beautiful destinations.

Cross into Kosovo, a country rich in history, culture, and warm hospitality. Discover Prizren, one of the region’s most picturesque historic cities, with its cobblestone streets, traditional architecture, charming riverside, and hilltop fortress offering panoramic views. Continue to Pristina, Kosovo’s lively capital, where contemporary city life meets historical landmarks, cultural institutions, and a vibrant café scene.

Your journey continues to the Republic of North Macedonia, where the capital, Skopje, welcomes you with a fascinating mix of Ottoman heritage, historic bazaars, stone bridges, monuments, and modern urban life. Travel onward to Ohrid, one of the Balkans’ most enchanting destinations, celebrated for its UNESCO-listed heritage, medieval churches, picturesque old town, and the extraordinary beauty of Lake Ohrid. Enjoy the peaceful lakeside atmosphere and discover the traditions and history that make this destination truly unique.

Returning to Albania, embrace the spirit of adventure in the magnificent Vjosa Valley, home to the Vjosa River, one of Europe’s last major wild rivers. Surrounded by pristine landscapes, mountains, and traditional villages, this region offers an unforgettable river-rafting experience, combining excitement, nature, and spectacular scenery for adventure lovers.

Step back in time in Gjirokastër, the Stone City, another UNESCO World Heritage treasure. Wander through its distinctive cobbled streets, admire the imposing stone houses and historic castle, and discover the rich cultural heritage that has shaped this remarkable southern Albanian town.

Continue toward the spectacular Albanian Riviera, where dramatic coastal mountains meet the sparkling Ionian Sea. Discover beautiful beaches, charming seaside villages, panoramic coastal roads, and crystal-clear waters. Enjoy time to relax, explore hidden bays, savor fresh Mediterranean cuisine, and experience the laid-back atmosphere of one of the most beautiful coastlines in the Balkans.

Conclude your cultural exploration at Butrint Archaeological Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that reveals centuries of Mediterranean history. Walk among the impressive remains of ancient Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Venetian civilizations, surrounded by lush greenery and tranquil wetlands. This extraordinary archaeological landscape offers a fascinating glimpse into the civilizations that once flourished at the crossroads of the Mediterranean.

The Western Balkans Premium Experience is more than a tour; it is a journey through the soul of Southeast Europe. From vibrant capitals and UNESCO-listed towns to thrilling river adventures, private boat excursions, wine tasting, traditional performances, and spectacular coastal scenery, every destination offers a new perspective and a lasting memory.

Join us for an exceptional travel experience combining culture, adventure, comfort, and authentic local encounters across Albania, Kosovo, and the Republic of North Macedonia—a journey designed to inspire, surprise, and leave you with unforgettable memories of the Western Balkans.

Day 1: Tirana
Pickup at Tirana International Airport and transfer to hotel.
Tirana walking tour and welcoming dinner.
Overnight in Tirana.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 2: Albanian Night Show
Immerse yourself in Albanian culture with a memorable Albanian Night Show, featuring traditional music, energetic dances, colorful costumes, and authentic local flavors for an unforgettable evening of entertainment.
Overnight in Tirana.
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 3: Kruje & Shkoder
Visit of Kruja Bazaar, Castle, Skanderbeg Museum, traditional lunch at Mrizi i Zanave Agritourism on the way to Shkoder.
Free time to explore Shkoder Old Town Promenade in the afternoon.
Overnight in Shkoder.
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 4: Komani Lake Boat Trip
Enjoy an exclusive private speedboat excursion through this breathtaking landscape, navigating narrow passages and towering cliffs while discovering hidden corners of one of the country’s most beautiful destinations.
Overnight in Shkoder.
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 5: Kosovo: Prizren & Pristina
Cross into Kosovo, a country rich in history, culture, and warm hospitality. Discover Prizren, one of the region’s most picturesque historic cities, with its cobblestone streets, traditional architecture, charming riverside, and hilltop fortress offering panoramic views. Continue to Pristina, Kosovo’s lively capital, where contemporary city life meets historical landmarks, cultural institutions, and a vibrant café scene.
Overnight in Pristina.
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 6: Rep North Macedonia: Skopje
Walking tour of Skopje with fascinating mix of Ottoman heritage, historic bazaars, stone bridges, monuments, and modern urban life.
Overnight in Skopje.
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 7: Ohrid Lake and Ohrid Old Town
One of the Balkans’ most enchanting destinations, celebrated for its UNESCO-listed heritage, medieval churches, picturesque old town, and the extraordinary beauty of Lake Ohrid. Boat trip to Kaneo. Enjoy the peaceful lakeside atmosphere and discover the traditions and history that make this destination truly unique.
Overnight in Ohrid.
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 8: Berat Unesco
Continue to Berat, the UNESCO World Heritage city known as the City of a Thousand Windows, where Ottoman-era houses climb the hillsides beneath the historic castle. Explore its charming old neighborhoods, admire its remarkable architecture as you wander through Mangalem , Gorica and Castle.
Overnight in Berat.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 9: Wine Tasting in Berat and Traditional Lunch at a Farm to Table restaurant
Enjoy a special wine-tasting experience, discovering the flavors and traditions of Albanian winemaking along with a fresh lunch at Alpeta Agritourism , a farm to table restaurant.
Overnight in Berat.
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch & Wine Tasting Experience

Day 10: Rafting Vjosa River and relax at Thermal Springs of Benja Permet
Rafting Vjosa River, equipment and professional guidance provided. Relax at Thermal Springs of Benja.
Overnight in Permet.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 11: Gjirokaster & Saranda
Explore Gjirokaster with a visit to Bazaar, Castle and Skenduli House.
Overnight in Saranda.
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 12: Butrint Archaeological Site
Visit the most important archaeological site in Albania, Butrint.
Free afternoon.
Overnight in Saranda
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 13: Albanian Riviera
Scenic road through the Albanian Riviera, with stops at Porto Palermo Castle & Llogara until we reach Vlore. Spend the afternoon at your own rhythm.
Overnight in Vlore.
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 14: Free day by the beach or lungomare
Spend the day at your own pace, either by the pool,beach or lungomare.
Overnight in Vlore.
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 15: Airport
Meals included: Breakfast

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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