What type of vehicles are used for transfer? I get car sick quite easily, especially in big buses, so I want to make sure I know what type of transport this tour offers. Secondly, what is the maximum number of people per tour, i.e. how many people would the three of us be travelling and touring with?

This is a private tour so we use private cars for the best comfort. As the tour is private, it will only be your party

How far in advance should I book the tour?

We are quite flexible so you can book even just a week before departure

From

$1,877

NZ $1,689 per person

PRIVATE 5-Day Balkan Tour: Albania, North Macedonia, Kosovo & Montenegro

5 days

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Start and end in Tirana

5.0

5 traveler reviews

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The hospitality of the locals and the relaxed pace of life made the journey feel intimate and enriching.
Klea, traveled in February
5.0
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Operator: Local Friends Albania
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Ages 12+

Places You’ll See

Tirana
Berat
Ohrid
Skopje
Prizren
Budva
Kotor

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Highlights

Explore the Roman Amphitheater in Durrës
Stay overnight in Berat Castle
Visit the Church of St. John at Kaneo
Discover Rozafa Castle's ancient ruins
Stroll through Kotor's medieval Old Town

Itinerary

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Introduction

Day 1 Tirana Pickup – Durrës – Berat (UNESCO Heritage City)
Day 2 Berat – Ohrid (UNESCO) – Skopje (North Macedonia)
Day 3 Skopje – Pristina – Prizren (Kosovo)
Day 4 Prizren – Shkodër (Albania)
Day 5 Shkodër – Budva – Kotor – Tirana

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Local Friends Albania

5.0

(49 reviews)

Number of tours

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within 3 days

Response rate

100%

Tour Operator in Tirana , Albania . We offer a variety of day tours and multi...

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Customer Reviews

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Excellent
5.0
Itinerary
Excellent
5.0
Guide
Excellent
5.0
Transport
Excellent
5.0
Accommodation
Excellent
5.0
Food
Excellent
5.0
Tour Operator
Local Friends Albania
5.0

Gimi
· March 22nd, 2025
The guide was educated and with a lot of history. We had fun a lot
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Trip date: March 2025
Stela
· March 22nd, 2025
Excellent tour guide 😊
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Trip date: March 2025
Mark
· February 27th, 2025
Absolutely amazing tour done by Skerdi and the team. Ive been on two tours with them and have loved both! Whenever I go go the Balkans, I will always book with Local Friends Albania
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Trip date: September 2024
Klea
· February 27th, 2025
If you’re looking for a trip that combines rich history, vibrant cultures, and breathtaking landscapes,this tour will leave you with unforgettable memories. The hospitality of the locals and the relaxed pace of life made the journey feel intimate and enriching.We were very satisfied with this tour and can not wait to try it again.
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Trip date: January 2025
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Bret
· February 25th, 2025
It was an awesome trip exploring the Balkans...
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Local Friends Albania commented on this review
Thank you Bret , appreciate your feedback ????
Trip date: September 2024

Dates & Availability

5 days

PRIVATE 5-Day Balkan Tour: Albania, North Macedonia, Kosovo & Montenegro

From Tirana to Tirana

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Chelsea
Asked on April 18th, 2025
What type of vehicles are used for transfer? I get car sick quite easily, especially in big buses, so I want to make sure I know what type of transport this tour offers. Secondly, what is the maximum number of people per tour, i.e. how many people would the three of us be travelling and touring with?
Group size
Transport
- Local Friends Albania Operator•Written April 2025
  This is a private tour so we use private cars for the best comfort. As the tour is private, it will only be your party
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Gary
Asked on April 10th, 2025
How far in advance should I book the tour?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Local Friends Albania Operator•Written April 2025
  We are quite flexible so you can book even just a week before departure

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NZ $1,689 per person

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Tour ID: 304597

Currencies
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Lek
Albania
ден
Denar
Macedonia
€
Euro
Kosovo
Plugs & Adapters
As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.
Type C
Albania, Macedonia, Montenegro and Kosovo
Type E
Albania, Macedonia, Montenegro and Kosovo
Type F
Albania, Macedonia, Montenegro and Kosovo
Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Albania, Macedonia and Montenegro. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Albania, Macedonia and Montenegro. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Albania. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 6 months before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before August 12th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 12th, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Local Friends Albania . The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 10 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Local Friends Albania will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
- The following cards are accepted for "Local Friends Albania " tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
Cancellation Policy
- Your money is safe with TourRadar, as we only pay the tour operator after your tour has departed.
- TourRadar is an authorized Agent of Local Friends Albania . Please familiarize yourself with the Local Friends Albania payment, cancellation and refund conditions.
Accessibility
Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.
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