Walking delights of Albania and Ohrid, N. Macedonia

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Albania

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Ohrid City

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Hiking

UNESCOs Site

Ohrid

Durres

Wine Tasting

Korce

Korca brewery (Birra Korca)

Overview

Explore the authentic essence of Albania and North Macedonia with our 8-day tour, designed for travelers who crave a genuine cultural experience. Immerse yourself in the local lifestyle by exploring off-the-beaten-path neighborhoods, savoring traditional cuisine at local restaurants, and visiting iconic landmarks. From the ancient ruins of Albania to the picturesque city of Ohrid in North Macedonia, our itinerary takes you on a journey through time, allowing you to gain a deeper understanding of these fascinating countries.

But that’s not all – our tour also offers ample free time for you to wander and explore on your own. Meet locals, shop at markets, and discover unique customs and traditions. Our experienced guides will share insider tips and local insights, making this trip an unforgettable adventure.

Included/Excluded

  • All breakfasts / 7 Lunches/ 7 Dinners
  • Tickets / Entry fee to museums / entry sites through the itinerary
  • Accommodation
  • All transfers as mentioned on the itinerary
  • Wine tasting
  • Throughout Guide
  • Local Guide
  • Tickets / Entry fee to museums / entry sites not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Beverages during meals (except water which is included)
  • Flight tickets
  • Extra private transfers
  • Single room supplement (extra charge upon request)
  • Gratitude

Tour Plan

Day 1 Tirana Airport- Elbasan (~60 KM)

Arrival at Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa. After meeting with your driver transfer to a farm for some snack, 1 glass of wine and raki. Transfer to Elbasan for a short visit of Elbasan city, well known as the city of Education, visit to the old castle, King Mosque, ruins of Basilica with its great mosaic, St. Mary church and old quarter. Dinner in a very good restaurant inside of the castle. Overnight at hotel.

Day 2 Elbasan - Pogradec - Voskopoje (~140 KM)

After breakfast, meet with your walking guide for days 2-7 of the tour and transfer to a village nearby. Walk “Via Egnatia” around 8 km and approximately 3 hrs. Transfer to Pogradec for lunch near by the Ohrid lake shores, where former residence of Ex-Albanian dictator is still alive. Transfer to Voskopoje and some short walking around the village of Voskopoja. Dinner and overnight.

Day 3 Voskopoja - Shipska - Voskopoja (0.00 KM)

After Breakfast we will have a full day of activities, by having a morning walking to Shipska and visiting the wonderful monastery of Shipska. Today you will have some salads and Albanian pies in local restaurant in Shipske village. In the afternoon we will visit a local house in Voskopoja. Dinner and overnight.

Morning Route: Voskopoja - Shipske - Voskopoja

Distance: 10.7 km Walking

Time: 4 hours

Altitude: 1.200 m (min.) -1.360 m (max.)

Difficulty: Easy

Day 4 Voskopoja - Korca (~20 KM)

In the morning, we will embark on a transfer to Voskopoja where we will take a leisurely stroll for approximately 5 hours. Our hotel will provide us with a picnic lunch. Afterward, we will travel down to Korce and commence our exploration of this cultural hub of Albania. Our tour will encompass the Korce city center, the old quarter with its cobbled streets, the old market quarter, the Orthodox cathedral, the medieval art of Iconography, and the youth park of Korce. To round off our day, we will sample Korca Beer and tour its brewery. The afternoon will provide free time for relaxation or shopping. Dinner and overnight.

Antenna Direction

Distance: 12 km

Walking time: 5-6 hours

Altitude: 1200 m (min.) - 1.300 m (max.)

Difficulty: Moderate

Day 5 Korca - Ohrid (~115 KM)

After breakfast, we will buy some food in the supermarket for the lunch today. Firstly, we will be transferred to Saint Naum for a coffee break. And then transfer to Galichica National Park where we will meet also our local guide. Round hiking to Magaro peak, Galicica National Park Ohrid lake around 4.5 hours. Transfer to Ohrid for some sightseeing. Visit of the City center, main square and promenade with the local guide. Dinner at a restaurant in front of the lake. Overnight at hotel.

Round hiking to Magaro peak, Galicica National Park, Ohrid lake.

Distance:8.2 km

Walking time: 4 - 4.5 hours

Altitude: 1583 m (min.) - 2254 m (max.)

Difficulty: easy

Day 6 Ohrid (~15 KM)

Enjoy the last breakfast in Ohrid, and we will drive to Velostovo village. Walking from Velestovo village to Elshani for around 3 hours. Lunch at a Guest House in Elshani village. Transfer to Bay of Bones to visit the Museum on the water. After visiting it, transfer back to hotel for free time at your leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Hiking Velestovo village to Elshani

Distance:8 km

Walking time: 3 hours

Difficulty: easy

Day 7 Ohrid - Tirana (~140 KM)

Breakfast at hotel and transfer to Krrabe, (Old way to Tirana). There we will have some walking from gracen village to Ismeti restaurant that will take around 3 hours. Lunch at Restaurant Ismeti Krrabe. Transfer to Tirana. Tirana sightseeing. Visit of the main boulevard, Scanderbeg square, main administrative buildings, presidency, pyramid etc. Free time at your leisure. A farewell dinner will be served for you tonight in one of the best restaurants in Tirana. Overnight at hotel.

Walking Gracen – Ismeti Restaurnt

Distance: 10 km

Walking time: 3 hours

Difficulty: easy

Day 8 Durres - Tirana Airport (~45 KM)

After breakfast we will be transferred to a winery for some wine tasting.

After wine tasting, transfer to Tirana Airport for your onward flight.

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Essential Information

Accommodation

Throughout this tour you will stay in standard 4-star accommodation units with private shower and good conditions.

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