Itinerary
- Day 1
Prizren to Skopje
You'll start in Prizren exploring the city's historic sites. The sixth-century Kalaja Fortress gives you views out over the town, and it's worth spending time there to take in the landscape. From there, check out the House of the Albanian League of Prizren and wander through the old bazaar where you'll see traditional architecture throughout. Later you'll head to Skopje for check-in, leaving the evening free to settle in or explore on your own.
- Start point
- Tiranë, Tirana, Albania (Anywhere in Tirana / Hotel Pick up )
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Kalaja Fortress (sixth-century fortress)
- Visit House of the Albanian League of Prizren
- Walk through Carshia e Vjeter (old bazaar)
Optional Activities
- Explore neoclassical city centre of Skopje
- Walk in Macedonia Square and see 22m monument of Alexander the Great
- Cross Vardar River via Art Bridge with 29 statues of Macedonian artists
- Explore Skopje's Old Bazaar (largest bazaar in the Balkans)
- Private local tour guide in Skopje (additional charge)
Landmarks Kalaja Fortress House of the Albanian League of Prizren Carshia e Vjeter Sinan Hoxha Mosque St. George's Orthodox Cathedral Macedonia Square Art Bridge Skopje's Old Bazaar 
- Day 2
Ohrid
You'll travel south to Ohrid and spend time in the historic Old Town. Tsar Samuel's Fortress offers views over the city that are worth the walk up. The Ancient Theatre dates back to 200 BC and gives a real sense of the area's past. The Church of St. Sophia has beautiful frescoes inside. If you're visiting in summer, you can swim in Lake Ohrid. After checking in, you'll have free time to explore more or relax.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Tsar Samuel's Fortress
- Visit Ancient Theatre
- Visit Church of St. Sophia
Optional Activities
- Swim in Lake Ohrid (summer season)
- Explore Old Bazaar with shops, restaurants, and ice cream shops
- Shop for Ohrid pearls and souvenirs
- Private local tour guide in Ohrid (additional charge)
Landmarks Tsar Samuel's Fortress Ancient Theatre Church of St. Sophia Lake Ohrid Old Bazaar of Ohrid 
- Day 3
Berat
You'll head to Berat, which is one of Albania's most interesting cities. Start at Berat Castle, then visit a traditional local house where you'll taste Turkish coffee and Gliko (a local sweet). Explore the historic town below the castle with its houses, bars, and restaurants. Walk to the new bridge for views of the area, and you'll have free time after that to wander around and see what else you find.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Berat Castle
- Visit traditional local family house for Turkish coffee and Gliko tasting
Optional Activities
- Explore Mangalem and Gorica districts
- Walk the Gorica Bridge (seven arches from 1780)
- Walk Boulevard Republika with cafes, restaurants, and Lulishtja park
Landmarks Berat Castle Mangalem District Gorica District Gorica Bridge Boulevard Republika 
- Day 4
Apollonia to Tirana
You'll visit the archaeological site of Apollonia, which was founded in the sixth century BC. The Monastery and Church of St. Mary are on site, and there's an Archaeological Museum to check out. From there, you'll head to Divjaka-Karavasta National Park where you can walk through the forest with its Mediterranean pines. Visit the visitor center and climb the lagoon tower for views. Then you'll return to Tirana for your hotel drop-off.
- End point
- Tiranë, Tirana, Albania (Anywhere in Tirana / Hotel drop off )
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit ancient city of Apollonia
- Visit Monastery and Church of St. Mary
- Visit Archaeological Museum
- Visit Divjaka-Karavasta National Park visitor center
- Climb tower at Divjaka-Karavasta Lagoon
Landmarks Apollonia Monastery and Church of St. Mary Archaeological Museum of Apollonia Divjaka-Karavasta National Park 
