Balkan Triplet: Albania, Macedonia & Kosovo in 4 Days

Day 1 – Arrival in Tirana & Ohrid City Tour

Arrive at Tirana Airport and begin your exploration of Albania’s vibrant capital. Visit the National Historical Museum, housing the country’s archaeological treasures, and admire the Et’hem Bey Mosque, one of the oldest buildings in the city. Capture the charm of the Tabake Bridge, a historic stone footbridge, and visit the Pyramid (Enver Hoxha Museum), an iconic modern landmark.

Continue to Ohrid, Macedonia, and explore the city’s highlights: St. Pantelejmon Church, St. Sofia Church, Ancient Theater, Samuil Fortress, Imaret, Haleveti Hayati Tekke, and Plane Tree Square.

Transfer to your hotel for overnight stay in Ohrid.

Day 2 – St. Naum Monastery & Bitola

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, visit St. Naum Monastery and Sari Saltuk’s Tomb, located on the shores of Lake Ohrid. Enjoy stunning views of the lake and the springs of the River Black Drim.

Continue to Bitola, Macedonia’s cultural hub. Explore the Turkish Bazaar, Ishak Mosque, New Mosque, and Ataturk Museum, and immerse yourself in the city’s Ottoman heritage. Return to Ohrid for overnight stay.

Day 3 – Tetovo & Skopje

Meals: Breakfast

Depart Ohrid and travel to Tetovo to visit the Colorful Mosque and Arabati Baba Tekke, two unique cultural landmarks.

Continue to Skopje, Macedonia’s bustling capital. Explore the city’s highlights, including Yahya Pasha Mosque, Clock Tower, Turkish Bazaar, Isa Bey Mosque, Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Murat Pasha Mosque, Kapan Han, Sulu Han, Davut Pasha Hamam, and the Stone Bridge.

Check in to your hotel for overnight stay in Skopje.

Day 4 – Prizren & Departure from Pristina

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, drive to Prizren, Kosovo, a charming city known for its Ottoman architecture. Visit the Sinan Pasha Mosque and Gazi Mehmet Pasha Hammam, soaking in the town’s rich cultural heritage.

Transfer to Pristina Airport for your departure, taking home wonderful memories and souvenirs from your journey through Albania, Macedonia, and Kosovo.

General Tour Description

Explore the Balkan Triplet on this 4-day journey through Albania, Macedonia, and Kosovo. From the vibrant streets of Tirana to the historic shores of Lake Ohrid, and the cultural hubs of Skopje and Prizren, this tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.

Discover ancient churches, Ottoman mosques, bustling bazaars, and serene landscapes. Perfect for travelers seeking a quick yet immersive Balkan experience, this trip highlights the best of three countries in just four unforgettable days.