Overall consistent with descriptions - 3- 4 star accommodations (exceptional Inn in Berat with great homemade breakfast and great location; also Ohrid great location; Skopye location ok but weakest accommodation although within 3-star designation). Transportation very good for long hauls some problems in Skopje with vans without seat belts and poor air conditioning en route to Dubrovnik
Itinerary [was] Overall pretty good- support in Prizren poor - unofficial guide used, pleasant but poor delivery and not great source of information i.e. not tuned into what is relevant - other guides excellent i.e., Tirana, Kruja, Berat
Overall the itinerary was very active, the days full and I feel that I achieved my goal of some understanding of the history, geography, and culture of the area as well as recent events and current political status.
Patricia - Caledon, ON
Western Balkans Explorer
Small Group Holiday
12
CA$
days from
4060
Explore five completely different countries in the Western Balkans, a little travelled corner of Europe. Discover Ottoman charm in Kosovo and see the grand monuments of Skopje, North Macedonia's capital before travelling into the country's canyons and mountains. Experience the magic of Lake Ohrid on a cruise, then delve into forgotten Albania where warm people, mountain villages and a bustling capital await. In Montenegro, spend some time in atmospheric Kotor, tucked between steep mountains and its bay, before entering Croatia and travelling to picture-perfect Dubrovnik.
Activity / Theme
Country
Culture
Albania, Croatia, Macedonia, Montenegro, Kosovo
Comfort Level
Physical Rating
Comfortable
Leisurely / Moderate
Transportation
Accommodation
Private vehicle, Taxi
Hotel
Months of Operation
April, May, June, July, August, September
Adventure Coordinators Insider Tip:
May through September are good months to take this trip, when the weather is warm and dry.
Itinerary
DAY 1 Start Skopje
DAY 2 Explore Matka Canyon
DAY 3 Day trip to Prizren
DAY 4 To Lake Ohrid
DAY 5 Lake Ohrid Boat Cruise
DAY 6 To Berat in Albania, walking tour
DAY 7 To Tirana, walking tour
DAY 8 Morning in Kruja, afternoon free in Tirana
DAY 9 Via Shkoder to Kotor in Montenegro
DAY 10 Free day in Kotor
DAY 11 To Dubrovnik, City Walls Walk
DAY 12 Dubrovnik
Inclusions
11 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Transport
Accommodation
Matka Canyon - Day Trip
Prizren - Kalaja Fortress Visit
Prizren - Day Trip to Kosovo
Ohrid - Lake Ohrid Boat Cruise
Berat - Castle Visit
Berat - Walking Tour with Local Guide
Berat - Traditional Balkan Dinner
Tirana - Walking Tour with Local Guide
Kruja - Fortress Visit
Kruja - Ethnographic Museum
Kruja - Day Trip to Kruja
Shkoder - Rozafa Castle
Dubrovnik - Dubrovnik Card (1 day local transport and entry to sites)
Dubrovnik - City Walls Walk
Sample tour. Itinerary, accommodation, transportation, inclusions and prices are correct at the time of publication but may change without prior notice. Please inquire.
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