Guide will wait for you at the airport. Following the transfer to the hotel and some time for refreshment. We will meet again in the evening and i will do a short presentation of the tour. After the presentation we will visit the capital. This will Include the Pyramid of Tirana, the Central Square and its most representative buildings. In conclusion we will head towards the Blloku district because this area is the most lively part of Tirana.

Highlights:

• Skenderbeg Square
• Ethem Bey Mosque
• The Martyr’s Boulevard
• The Administrative Fascist Architecture Buildings
• The Pyramid of Tirane
•  The Check Point 
• Mother Teresa Square
• Blloku District

Meet the guide in the lobby. Following, we will head to Apollonia, an ancient city that ceased life somewhere in the early medieval age. At its peak, the city was an example of perfectly functional Democracy. After Apollonia, we will head to Berat. The town is one of the oldest in Albania and counts more than 2200 years.  Furthermore, the lower part is a UNESCO historical site due to its remarkable architecture features. 

Highlights:

• Apollonia (5th Century B.C)
• Mangalemi Neighborhood
• Gorica Bridge (18th Century)
• Ethnographic Museum
• The Castle (5th – 2th Century B.C)
• The Church of Saint Mary 

Gjirokaster is another remarkable example of Ottoman Architecture and not only! It should be noted that this little town is the birthplace of many Albanian influential personalities as well. In addition, I can mention the Nobel Candidate Writer Ismail Kadare and the dictator of Albania for 45 years, Enver Hoxha. The evening follows with a visit to a local house for the traditional coffee in stone ceremony.

       Highlights:

• The Historic Part
• The Castle of Argjiro
• Visit Local house

A super scenic drive through mountains, hills filled with secular olive trees and spectacular views of the Ionian Sea. We will make many stops on the way. Hence going up to 1200 m above the sea level. Also we visit Vlore, the city where the Albanians proclaimed independence from the Ottoman Empire. As well, the ancient Aulona was an important city in the Roman period. Today the city is bustling as a lively touristic destination both for nationals and internationals.

      Highlights:

• Porto Palermo
• Old Himare
• Vuno Village
• Llogara National Park
• Vlora 

The morning starts with a transfer to Durres. Moreover, we explore the rests of the biggest Amphitheater in the Balkans. After the visit of Durres, on the way to Shkoder, we will stop to an amazing Slow – Food restaurant. Following that, we visit Shkoder and its romantic alleys. In addition, we can visit also the Castle of Rozafa. Nonetheless we chouldn’t miss the incredible views from its towers. Concluding the day with the overnight in Shkoder.

Highlights:

• Durres Amphitheater (4th Century)
• Slow Food Presidium
• The Castle of Rozafa
• Shkodra Old Town
• The Catholic Cathedral in Shkoder

Montenegro, this tiny Balkan beauty is incredibly diverse for the size of the country itself. We will visit two fo its highlights, namely Budva and Kotor before heading to the capital, Podgorica. Budva is considered a touristic destination but is a must see if we travel in Montenegro. Also Kotor is very attractive, surrounded by impressive walls. The capital, Podgorica, is perched up the mountains and is bustling from an energetic economy. 

Highlights:

• Budva
• Kotor
• Podgorica

Today we drive through Montenegro and head to Kosovo. The first stop is in Kolasin National Park to enjoy the nature and the amazing views. Crossing the border with Kosovo, we head to Peje. Following we visit the Peja Patriarcate, an impressive monastery complex. Overnight in Peje.

Highlights:

• Kolasin National Park
• Peja’s Monastery
• Peja’s bazaar

Kosovo abounds in natural and historical sites. Moreover, today we visit a UNESCO site located in Decani. Also, this monastery has remarkable features and amazing paintings. After we will stop in Prizren. Furthermore, the small town is famous for the lively lifestyle, restaurants and bars. Following, we will visit the town and its museums. Overnight in Prishtina.

Highlights:

• Decan Monastery
• Prizren
• Prishtina Down Town

Skopje is the most ecentric capital of the Balkans.  Furthermore, the city is bustling in monuments and all sorts of museums. The Vardar River, in addition,  the longest river in North Macedonia defines the old and the new part of this city.  Also, the old part, abounds in Ottoman architecture but the new one in Neo Classical one. Evening we head to Ohrid for the overnight

Highlights:

• Skopje’s Ottoman Bazaar
• Skopje New Town
• Skopje’s Castle

The morning starts with the visit of Ohrid. In addition, this little pearl is built at the shores of the oldest lake of Europe. Furthermore, the lake has a surface of 90 Km 2 and represents a unique ecosystem. Visit and free time to experience on our own the welcoming atmosphere. Evening we visit the Saint Naum Monastery, built on the springs taht refill the lake with fresh water.

Highlights:

• Ohrid Lake
• Ohrid Old Town
• Roman Theater
• Sain Naum Monatery

Today we drive back to Tirane.