| Duration: | 11 Day(s) - 10 Night(s) |
| Tour Category: | Classic Tours |
Located in the heart of the Balkan Peninsula, Kosovo is a landlocked country and one of the hidden jewels of the region. Visitors have a lot to discover. Indeed, its rolling hills, lush forests, charming old towns, and rich local traditions represent the beauty of Kosovo.
With a Balkan spirit, Mediterranean influence, and diverse heritage (Greek, Roman, and Ottoman), North Macedonia has a fascinating past and a complex national identity. The sparkling Lake Ohrid and its historic city have secured a place for the country on the tourist map.
Day 1: Pristina, Kosovo
Meet our guide at the airport and transfer to the city center of Pristina, the capital of Kosovo, the youngest country in Europe. Explore the political and economic capital, where you will discover a unique architectural contrast and a vibrant, ever-evolving city.
Dinner and overnight in Pristina. Hotel Afa 4*
Day 2: Pristina - Peja, Kosovo
After breakfast, head to Peja, the largest city in western Kosovo, located at the foot of the Rugova Mountains and gorges.
Visit the White Drin Waterfall and hike to the summit to explore the “Sleeping Beauty” caves, shaped over centuries by the force of water.
Lunch in a traditional restaurant in Peja.
After lunch, visit the Patriarchal Monastery of Peja, one of the strongholds of Orthodox Christianity in the region. Admire its well-preserved frescoes and peaceful atmosphere.
Visit the Ethnological Museum of Peja to learn about traditional Kosovar life in the 20th century. Then check into your hotel and enjoy the spa facilities.
Traditional dinner with Albanian music and dance. Overnight in Peja. Hotel Dukagjini & Spa 5*
Day 3: Peja - Decani - Gjakova - Rahovec - Prizren, Kosovo
After breakfast, head to the Visoki Decani Monastery, a 14th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its remarkable frescoes inspired by Byzantine art.
Visit a traditional Albanian “Kula” house to discover the ancient culture of rural villages.
Continue to Gjakova, a charming town with an authentic old center and many artisan shops. Meet local craftsmen (subject to availability) and discover traditional crafts such as the making of “Plis” (Albanian hats), wooden cradles, and handmade textiles.
Proceed to Rahovec, famous for its vineyards. Visit a family-run winery and enjoy a tasting of local wines.
Dinner and overnight in Prizren. Centrum Hotel 4*
Day 4: Prizren, Kosovo – Skopje, North Macedonia
After breakfast, visit Prizren, the cultural and historical capital of Kosovo. Surrounded by mountains, explore its old Ottoman center along the Lumbardhi River.
Walk through cobbled streets and the old bazaar, giving the city its unique charm.
Visit the Sinan Pasha Mosque and the Albanian League of Prizren.
Lunch at a traditional restaurant.
Free time to visit Prizren Fortress for panoramic views.
Then travel through the Sharr Mountains to Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia.
Arrival and free time. Dinner and overnight in Skopje. Hotel Bushi Resort & Spa 4*
Day 5: Skopje - Matka Canyon - Skopje, North Macedonia
After breakfast, visit Matka Canyon.
Take a boat trip to explore the Vrelo caves, among the deepest in Europe.
Return to Skopje for lunch.
Enjoy a guided city tour of Skopje, rebuilt after the 1963 earthquake.
Discover landmarks such as Kale Fortress, Stone Bridge, and the Old Bazaar (Čaršija).
Dinner and overnight in Skopje. Hotel Bushi Resort & Spa 4*
Day 6: Skopje - Mavrovo - Ohrid, North Macedonia
After breakfast, depart for Mavrovo National Park.
On the way, stop in Tetovo to visit the Painted Mosque (Sarena Dzamija), one of the most beautiful mosques in the country.
Continue through Mavrovo National Park, enjoying views of Mavrovo Lake and Radika Canyon.
Visit the Saint Jovan Bigorski Monastery.
Lunch options:
Option 1: Lunch in Janche village
Option 2: Lunch at Saint Jovan Bigorski's restaurant
After lunch, hike to the Duf Waterfall (approx. 20 minutes).
Continue to Ohrid.
Dinner and overnight in Ohrid. Nova Riviera Hotel 3*
Day 7: Ohrid, North Macedonia
After breakfast, explore the southern part of Lake Ohrid.
Stop at the Bay of Bones Museum, a reconstruction of a prehistoric settlement.
Visit the Saint Naum Monastery, a peaceful site built in the 10th century.
Return to Ohrid and stop at a viewpoint for panoramic views.
Free afternoon to relax by the lake or explore the old town.
Dinner at a lakeside restaurant, possibly with live Macedonian folk music. Overnight in Ohrid. Nova Riviera Hotel 3*
Day 8: Ohrid - Bitola, North Macedonia
After breakfast, explore Ohrid, a UNESCO World Heritage city.
Visit landmarks such as the Church of St. Jovan and the ancient Roman theater.
Lunch in Ohrid.
Continue to Bitola, the second-largest city in North Macedonia.
On the way, visit the archaeological site of Heraclea Lyncestis, founded in the 4th century BC.
Dinner and overnight in Bitola. Hotel Epinal & Spa 4*
Day 9: Bitola, North Macedonia – Gračanica, Kosovo
After breakfast, explore Bitola, known as the “City of Consuls,” with its mix of churches, mosques, bazaars, and neoclassical buildings.
Visit Popova Kula Winery for wine tasting and lunch with panoramic views.
Continue to Kosovo and arrive in Gračanica, a Serbian village near Pristina.
Check in and enjoy free time.
Dinner and overnight in Gračanica. Hotel Gračanica 3*
Day 10: Gračanica, Kosovo
After breakfast, visit the UNESCO-listed Gračanica Monastery.
Continue to the Bear Sanctuary, where rescued bears from captivity are now protected.
Proceed to Kukaj village and enjoy a traditional Albanian meal such as Flija.
After lunch, visit Novo Brdo Castle, offering panoramic views (optional hike available).
Return to Gračanica.
Dinner and overnight in Gračanica. Hotel Gračanica 3*
Day 11: Pristina, Kosovo – Return Flight
After breakfast, depending on your flight schedule, visit Gračanica Monastery or enjoy free time before your transfer to Pristina Airport.
Tour Price Includes:
Airport transfers
French-speaking tour guide
Transport by bus with a driver
Accommodation in 3*, 4*, and 5* hotels with breakfast
Full board from Day 1 dinner to Day 11 breakfast
Entrance fees to monuments
All activities mentioned
Traditional Albanian evening in Peja
Wine tasting in Rahovec
Boat trip at Matka Canyon
Wine tasting at Popova Kula
Tour Price Does Not Include:
Personal expenses
Tips
Insurance
International flights
