Others

-Hotel pick up in Dubrovnik or Kotor -Hotel drop off in Dubrovnik or Kotor -Entry tickets for the ‘’will be visited’’ sites -Tourist taxes -International car insurance -Road taxes -Petrol

Accommodation

-BB (Accommodation and Breakfast) for all overnights; 3 star hotels depending on availability.

Transport

-Transport provided by the company

Guide

-Professional tour leader

Not included:

Optional

* On request this tour may also depart from other cities of Montenegro or neighbouring countries such as Kosovo, N. Macedonia, Croatia or Macedonia. Please contact us for more information on the extra costs. * This tour can also be done under the same conditions with the inverse itinerary.

Meals

Lunches, Dinners, Drinks & Snacks not included

Others

-Lunches, Dinners, Drinks & Snacks -Souvenirs -Personal spending -Everything that is not mentioned in the included * Tips are not a must in Albania or the Balkans, however, our recommendation is to tip the tour guide/driver 5 - 6 Euros per day/person as an international practice to tip good service.

Insurance

* All participants are responsible for having their own health/travel insurance.

Flights

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Day 1 Pickup In Dubrovnik – Mostar (Bosnia & Herzegovina) – Montenegrin Riviera (Montenegro)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Pickup In Dubrovnik – Mostar (Bosnia & Herzegovina) – Montenegrin Riviera (Montenegro)

After having experienced the unique medieval town of Dubrovnik (by yourself) be ready to get soaked up into your Balkan adventure. At 07:30 am you will be picked up from your hotel in Dubrovnik by our local representative (driver) who will shuttle you to the border where you will meet your tour leader for this amazing trip. After crossing the border to Bosnia & Herzegovina we will head towards the city of Mostar. We will, of course, visit the iconic Old Bridge also known as Stari Most, part of UNESCO world heritage and built in a typical Islamic architectural style in the 16th century. We will also wander through the Old Bazaar with its colourful streets and lively atmosphere. The city has stones with “Don’t Forget” all around the town, commemorating the city’s history. Mostar combines the old with the new, which you will notice while wandering through the streets. There are several beautiful old mosques, bustling Turkish bazaars, and a maze of cobbled alleyways.

After visiting Mostar we will cross border towards Montenegro. Overnight near the Montenegrin Rivera .
Day 2 Montenegrin Rivera – Kotor – Budva – Sveti Stefan – Shkodra (Albania)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Montenegrin Rivera – Kotor – Budva – Sveti Stefan – Shkodra (Albania)

Our first destination for today is Kotor, which is also a UNESCO world heritage site. We will wander through the maze of narrow, cobblestone streets crisscrossing the old town. This street plan seems quite chaotic, but it was created this way on purpose. The intention was to confuse intruders who came to plunder the town, while nowadays it characterizes the city. Many of the old buildings and churches have small plaques on it with their dates of construction and original use. We will visit the Saint Luke’s church which has a great significance for the locals because it represents unity to them. Budva in Montenegro, a popular tourist destination, famous for its beaches, gorgeous nature and old characteristic buildings. The city is separated between an old and new part. On one hand, in the New Budva, there are many modern buildings, offices, shopping malls, restaurants and bars. On the other hand, in the Old Budva, there is the historical centre and many sights to visit, such as the St. Ivan church, the small church of St. Mary and the medieval splendours of the old town, which we will visit on this tour.

On our way to Albania we will make a stop near Sveti Stefan, historically a fishing town on a small island near the coast. However, nowadays it is not possible to visit the island anymore as it has turned into an exclusive residential resort. Even while standing on the coast, Sveti Stefan is a sight for sore eyes – worth a picture. From Montenegro, we will cross the border to Shkoder, Albania. Overnight in Shkoder
Day 3 Shkodra – Kruje - Tirana
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Shkodra – Kruje - Tirana

After breakfast we will the city of Shkoder, situated in the north-western part of Albania, giving its name to the biggest lake in the Balkans. It is one of the oldest cities in Albania, with a history of a thousand years of habitation. The oldest wall of the Shkodra castle dates from the 1st millennium BCE. The Roman historian Livy cited the town as the capital of the Illyrian king Gent, who fought the Romans in 168 B.C. We will visit Rozafa castle offering tremendous scenery of the lake and the three rivers melting all together in the Adriatic Sea. The city’s architecture is highly influenced by the Venetian style and if you are lucky enough to join the tour of Shkodra in February you might experience the carnival festival. Most of the guests are surprised to learn that most of the Venetian masks are handmade and produced in Shkodra. The city’s favourable geographic position has always been an important trading mark through the centuries, making it possible for different civilisations to encounter. After we will head towards Kruja, a historical city symbol of the Albanian resistance against the expansion of the Ottoman Empire during the XV century. Kruja is situated in central Albania on a rocky mountainous terrain about 560 meters above sea level, on the slopes of Sarisalltik Mountain. Walking through the narrow streets and the wooden houses of Kruja’s Medieval Old Bazaar (one of the biggest and oldest in Balkans) gives you a sense of a passage through the history. This is the best place to shop for souvenir in Albania, from typical to more unique and handmade souvenirs such as carpets, jewelleries etc. The castle of Kruja (built during the 5th century A.D.) is strategically placed on the top of a rocky hill, making it difficult for the enemies to attack. The tour leader will take you through some hidden paths, used by the locals to leave the castle without being noticed during periods when the enemies surrounded the castle. Overnight in Tirana
Day 4 Day Tour Of Tirana
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day Tour Of Tirana

Today we will discover Tirana, the capital of Albania. Meet with your local companion, and enjoy a unique experience in the city while learning more about the city’s culinary treasures.

Our first stop will be at a small local place that only locals know how to find. Here we will have the opportunity to try Byrek and have breakfast like a local. The famous traditional Albanian food is dough with all kinds of filling such as cheese, meat or spinach. The journey then leads towards Çam bazaar, founded by the Albanian Çam community, who originally came from an area called Çameria in today’s North-Western Greece. Here you can buy all kinds of goods from clothes to kitchen equipment and bargain with the sellers for a cheaper price. With your local companion by your side, you’ll skip past the tourist traps and discover the city’s culinary highlights in some of our favorite local neighborhoods, where you’ll have the opportunity to savor a traditional dessert at an authentic pastry. We will have an insight into the hidden alleyways and bustling street markets of Tirana, where dozens of street hawkers sell fresh vegetables and fruits. After walking through the busy streets, we’ll introduce you to the country’s rich coffee culture. We will join locals at a cozy café and taste traditional "Albanian coffee". The tour will continue through the charming neighborhoods of Tirana; observe the daily lives of the city’s residents, admire colorful buildings, and get a feel for the authentic atmosphere. We will visit the so-called Bicycle bazaar, where you can find everything, from second hand clothes to second hand furniture. The next stop of our local adventure takes us to the New Bazaar, where an array of culinary delights awaits us. We will sit for some traditional Albanian lunch and to wash it all down, we will end the tour with Albanian Raki. As we Albanians say, there is nothing that Raki can’t fix!

Our last stop will be BUNKART, one of the most interesting museums in Tirana. Initially designed as a nuclear bunker offering shelter to the Albanian communist supreme leader Enver Hoxha and his close party members during the cold war. The bunker was hidden to the general public until 2014, when the Albanian government decided to initiate an interesting project that converted the nuclear bunker into a museum. BUNKART is video museum exhibition dedicated to the history of the Albanian communist army and to the daily lives of Albanians during the regime. Overnight in Tirana
Day 5 Tirana – Berat – Ohrid
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tirana – Berat – Ohrid

Today we will visit Berat, known as the town of 1001 windows, part of UNESCO world heritage. Walking through the narrowed stone streets offers a fantastic view of the medieval old houses, with windows that seem to stand on top of each other. The city’s life began in the 6th-5th century B.C. as an Illyrian settlement. Later, in the 3rd century B.C., it was turned into a castle city known as Antipatrea. Uniquely today, residents still live inside of the castle walls. Berat has it all; a beautiful medieval castle, ancient churches and mosques, a lively lower town consisting of grand old houses draped on steep hillsides, an old stone bridge, great museums and remains from the communist era in Albania. Berat is also known as the birthplace of Onufri, the famous painter of churches all-over the Balkans, distinguished for creating a specific reddish colour still difficult to imitate. We will continue our tour and visit the Gorica Neighbourhood.

After the city tour of Berat we will drive towards Ohrid, one of the most seductive destinations in N. Macedonia, indicated as one of the oldest human settlements in all of Europe. Ohrid city and Ohrid Lake are part of UNESCO World Heritage since 1980. Ohrid Lake and its surroundings where inhabited by the Illyrian Tribe of Enkeleys. The Lake was named by the Romans as “Lyhnidas” (the Light Lake). Our tour continues to the city of Ohrid (UNESCO world heritage) an important centre of Orthodoxy. We will continue our tour and visit the famous view point of church of St. John, the church of St. Nicolas and the mosque Halveti Hayati Tekke. Ohrid became an important centre for the Orthodox believers during the Byzantine Empire and is famous for its 365 Orthodox churches, said to have one church for each day of the year. Overnight in Ohrid.
Day 6 Ohrid – Skopje – Prizren (Kosovo)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Ohrid – Skopje – Prizren (Kosovo)

Our tour continues towards Skopje, the capital of N. Macedonia. The city has European, Ottoman and even Asian influences. The Stone Bridge connects the new part to the old part of the city. Impossible to miss in Skopje is the Alexander the Great Statue in the center. Another bridge that stands out is the Art Bridge that leads to the Archaeological Museum. The bridge is lined with flamboyant street lanterns and statues of Macedonian artists and musicians. We will wander through the Old Bazaar of Skopje, the biggest one in the Balkans, that combines the modern way of living with centuries of history. The cross on top of the mountain can be seen kilometres away from Skopje and has become a symbol of the city. Overnight in Prizren.
Day 7 Day Tour Of Prizren – Montenegro Riviera
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day Tour Of Prizren – Montenegro Riviera

Prizren is considered as the cultural capital of Kosovo, mixing its rich history, incredible nature, religious tolerance and gastronomic delights. Prizren has played an important role in the region as an Illyrian settlement and a crossroad for the Byzantine and Ottoman empires, contributing to the unique architecture of the city. The river flows through the heart of the old town and under the many bridges that crisscross the city. If you are looking to experience a lively international experience you should visit Prizren during August when the medieval city becomes home to one of the most famous short film festivals in the world named Dokufest. The best way to explore the town is by wandering through the streets passing by elegant medieval houses that fight for your attention. Filigree artisanal techniques for precious metals are Prizren’s joy and pride. Don’t miss the unique experience of shopping in one of the many filigree shops of the town, where you are welcomed to also see the metalsmithing magic happen. If you have to choose just one mosque to visit then visit the Sinan Pasha Mosque, rich in arabesque colour and pattern. The view from the fortress on the hill above the town offers a great panorama of this astonishing town. After exploring Prizren we will first cross border towards Albania then Montenegro. Overnight in Montenegro Riviera.
Day 8 Montenegro Riviera – Tivat – Dubrovnik (Croatia)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Montenegro Riviera – Tivat – Dubrovnik (Croatia)

After breakfast, have some free time on your leisure before starting your departure towards Dubrovnik. Our driver will pick you up from your hotel and drive you towards the Croatian border. This will be a picturesque journey along the Adriatic coast, offering stunning views of the coastline and the surrounding mountains. Upon reaching the border our local representative (driver) will shuttle you to your hotel in Dubrovnik. We hope this has been a wonderful experience with great memories to cherish for a lifetime.

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Tour Of Bosnia, Montenegro, Albania, N. Macedonia & Kosovo F

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Itinerary of your trip Tour Of Bosnia, Montenegro, Albania, N. Macedonia & Kosovo F

Pickup In Dubrovnik – Mostar (Bosnia & Herzegovina) – Montenegrin Riviera (Montenegro)

Montenegrin Rivera – Kotor – Budva – Sveti Stefan – Shkodra (Albania)

Shkodra – Kruje - Tirana

Day Tour Of Tirana

Tirana – Berat – Ohrid

Ohrid – Skopje – Prizren (Kosovo)

Day Tour Of Prizren – Montenegro Riviera

Montenegro Riviera – Tivat – Dubrovnik (Croatia)

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