9 days North Macedonia - Albania – Montenegro
9 days North Macedonia - Albania – Montenegro
$1247
9 days North Macedonia - Albania – Montenegro
8 Days Starting and ending in Skopje
Visiting: Skopje, Ohrid, Tirana, Budva, Peja
Tour operator:
Tour code:
13605
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 30
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 9-day journey through North Macedonia, Albania, and Montenegro, exploring the rich cultural tapestry and stunning landscapes of the Balkans. Begin in Skopje, discovering its historic and modern landmarks, before venturing to the serene Mavrovo National Park and the UNESCO-listed city of Ohrid. Experience the charm of Berat, the "city of a thousand windows," and the vibrant capital of Tirana. In Montenegro, marvel at the Rozafa Fortress, enjoy a scenic boat trip on Lake Scutari, and visit the historic towns of Cetinje, Njegusi, and Kotor. Conclude your adventure with a visit to the breathtaking Tara Canyon and the cultural treasures of Pec and Prishtina, before returning to Skopje for a traditional dinner with music. This tour includes accommodation in 4-star hotels, guided city tours, entrance fees, and more, ensuring a memorable and immersive experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival Skopje
Location: Skopje
Accommodation Name: Hotel Next Door Park
Arrival Skopje
Day 2: Skopje Mavrovo Ohrid
Location: Ohrid
Accommodation Name: Hotel Aqualina
In the morning sightseeing of the Macedonian capital, we will see the Old Town with the Kale Fortress and the Church of St. Spas, as well as the New Town with the Alexander Fountain and the Mother Teresa Memorial House. After that we will drive to the Mavrovo National Park. Unique nature and the highest mountains of Macedonia are waiting for us. Sightseeing of the monastery Sv. Jovan Bigorski, further to the UNESCO city Ohrid.
Day 3: Ohrid Sveti Naum
Location: Ohrid
Accommodation Name: Hotel Aqualina
We drive to the center of the UNESCO town and get our first impressions during a boat ride along the promenade to the church Kaneo, probably the most famous photo spot in Macedonia. From here we explore the city on foot. Afterwards free time for strolling, in the afternoon we visit the monastery of Sveti Naum, one of the most important sanctuaries of the Macedonian Orthodox Church. In the evening back to our hotel in Ohrid.
Day 4: Ohrid Berat Tirana
Location: Tirana
Accommodation Name: Hotel Dinasty
Today we leave Macedonia and travel to Albania. We reach the UNESCO city of Berat, also called the city of a thousand windows. We will visit the fortress, which is still inhabited today. Then we continue to the capital Tirana, where we check into our hotel after a city tour.
Day 5 : 5. Tirana Shkodra Lake Scutari
Location: Budva
Accommodation Name: Hotel Idila
After breakfast we head north to the city of Shkodra, the largest city in northern Albania. We will visit Rozafa Fortress, one of the largest fortifications in the Western Balkans. Then we pass the border with Montenegro and reach Lake Scutari. Here we will take a boat trip and besides the charming nature we will see the "Alkatraz" of Montenegro, an abandoned prison island. Hotel in Budva.
Day 6: Budva Cetinje Njegusi Perast Kotor
Location: Budva
Accommodation Name: Hotel Idila
Drive to Cetinje - the old capital of Montenegro. Aging embassy buildings still tell the story of the metropolis of a state that was once considered the poorest kingdom in Europe. We pay a visit to the Royal Palace. Then we drive to the village of Njegusi. Here we will taste the famous raw ham. We can also watch the women baking and preparing bread. In the afternoon the next highlight of the trip, after a breathtaking descent on one of the most spectacular roads of the country we reach Perast. Boat trip in the bay of Kotor to the monastery island Maria on the Rock. City tour Kotor with the cathedral Sv. Trifun, then we return to Budva.
Day 7: Budva Podgorica Tara Canyon Pec
Location: Peja
Accommodation Name: Hotel Dukagjini
Today we first explore the Montenegrin capital Podgorica. After a city tour we continue through the famous Moraca Canyon to the deepest canyon in Europe, the second deepest in the world - Tara Canyon. In the afternoon we drive to the Kosovar border, shortly after we reach the town of Pec, where we check into our hotel.
Day 8: Pec Prishtina Skopje
Location: Skopje
Accommodation Name: Hotel Next Door Park
After breakfast we will visit the Patriarchate Church in Pecs. Short tour in Prishtina, the capital of Kosovo. We pass the border with North Macedonia and reach the capital Skopje. We will take a city walk - we will see among others the Old Town with the Kale Fortress, the Church of St. Spas and the Great Bazaar, as well as the New Town with the Alexander Fountain and the Mother Theresa House. In the evening, a traditional dinner with music awaits us in a restaurant in Skopje.
What's Included
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Accommodation in selected 4* hotels on half board basis
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Bus service from/to airport as well as continuous English-speaking guide for the whole trip
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City tax
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Included entrance fees: Skopje
Entrance fees for attractions in Skopje are included.
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Church of St. Spas
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Monastery Sv. Jovan Bigorski
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Boat trip Ohrid (approx. 25 minutes)
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Ohrid
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Entrance fee church Sv. Peribleptos
Entrance fee to the church Sv. Peribleptos is included.
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Monastery Sveti Naum
What's Not Included
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Fly tickets
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Travel insurance
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Personal expenses
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Anything not mentioned as included
Mode of Transport
Enjoy comfortable bus service from/to the airport and throughout the trip, with a continuous English-speaking guide. The tour also includes several boat trips in Ohrid, Lake Scutari, and Kotor.
Accommodation
Stay in selected 4-star hotels on a half-board basis, including Hotel Next Door Park in Skopje, Hotel Aqualina in Ohrid, Hotel Dinasty in Tirana, Hotel Idila in Budva, and Hotel Dukagjini in Pec.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
Accommodation is provided in selected 4-star hotels on a half-board basis.
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Is there a guide available throughout the tour?
Yes, a continuous English-speaking guide will be available for the entire trip.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour package?
Yes, entrance fees to various attractions such as the Church of St. Spas, Monastery Sv. Jovan Bigorski, Berat Fortress, Rozafa Shkoder Fortress, and many others are included.
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Are there any boat trips included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes several boat trips such as a 25-minute boat trip in Ohrid, a boat trip in Lake Scutari National Park with snacks, and a boat trip from Perast to Mary on the Rock and back.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes accommodation on a half-board basis, which typically means breakfast and one other meal per day.
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Are there any special activities or tastings included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes a ham tasting in the village of Njegusi and a traditional dinner with music in Skopje.
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What is the starting and ending location of the tour?
The tour starts and ends in Skopje.
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Are flights included in the tour package?
No, flights are not included in the tour package.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included and must be arranged separately.
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What personal expenses are not covered by the tour package?
Personal expenses are not covered by the tour package.
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We are an Online Travel Agency, specialized in Group Vacations and Private Vacations. We have been in business for over 30 years through our sister company Go West Tours and, throughout the years, have developed an extensive network of trusted professionals around the world and a structured methodology to screen our suppliers. Today Voyages offers a selection of tours that are designed, managed and operated by our network of trusted Tour Operators and DMCs. Our database is connected with our partners so that when you make a booking with us this will immediately be received and processed by the Tour Operator.
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