Balkan Discovery Tours to Albania & Western Balkans

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SONDOR Sondor Travel has been offering walking tours to Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro since 1991. Our wide range of trips includes products such as: “Peaks of the Balkans” which is a cross regional walking route to Albania – Kosovo – Montenegro. The trails we use in areas such as: Valbona Valley, Theth Valley, Gashi River are tested and tried for years by our local guides.

What it does differentiate us from the others is the fact that we are born and raised in the Albanian Alps.

This has helped us create a network of guides, assistant guides and walking routes who are the best you can find in the region. Our assistant guides are locals and previously shepherds who know their mountains by heart, competent to make your walking a unique and authentic experience. This is done to ensure a higher level of security, keeping things under control and handling any unexpected challenges.

In most our walking tours in Albania, Kosovo, Montenegro we use local accommodation, alpine pasture huts, and family running guesthouses. We have seen in time that our clients have appreciated very much this as a great way of introduction into the local life.

For us it is very important to give you a unique walking experience done in an authentic way. Sometimes it can be a great insight into the local nature, mountain geology, bird life; sometimes it can be an activity such as collecting blueberries, mountain tea, sheep herding and sometimes just being a guest into the local families, knowing their living, beliefs, stories, enjoying the traditional food prepared for us.

Dorien Malaj Sondor Travel CEO

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ABOUT SONDOR

SONDOR came to life in 1991 and was registered officially in 1994. Mr. Sadik Malaj, a former CEO of one of the Local Government Tourism Agencies in Northern Albania from 1985-1991, founded “Sondor “ with the belief that other travelers would share his desire to experience authentic adventures and holidays in a responsible and sustainable manner. He named his newly founded business by uniting his children names Sonja and Dorien in one beautiful name, SONDOR. In the last 20 years, SONDOR has managed to satisfy more than 40,000 tourists who turned to become SONDOR’s loyal happy clients.

In the last 6 years, more than 9,000 incoming tourists to Balkans trusted SONDOR Travel Agency to lead them in discovering Albania and Balkans.

There are more than 150 professional local guides who are involved in SONDOR activities and tours in the Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Kosovo, Croatia, Macedonia and Montenegro.

SONDOR is also influencing on the Sustainable Economic and Social Development in the areas where it does operate. In Albania and Balkans there are many small and medium enterprises, wide range of transportation entities, artisan and souvenir shops, manufactures, restaurants, museums, historical and monumental ensembles, even poor families or tourism corporates, which have gained considerable financial profits from collaborating with SONDOR. We proudly will keep offering travel pakages, day tours and activities, spread in several different themes, cultural discovery tours, walking, cycling, winter holidays, special interest tours, in Albania and Balkans.

At SONDOR, we start every day by bearing in mind that WE LOVE PEOPLE, WE DO THE BEST FOR THEM, in other words, WE SONDOR !

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Sondor Experience Local Transportation

Local Cuisine

For us it is very important to have a safe and secure drive. We want our clients to have the best driving experience. Thats why our drivers are chosen based on their driving experience around the Balkan, their ability to always impart a positive atmosphere in the group and their care for the vehicle. Our drivers are well trained and have an extensive information about the region as well so you can always count on their advice.

We always use for our groups the best restaurants in town which include traditional menus as well so that everyone can have a taste of the local cuisine. Variety is a must, that’s why we keep on creating menus that reflect the local atmosphere and quality of food making the local experience a memorable one. Our restaurants selection have a good reputation for reliability and good food and are known for their desire to do the best for our clients.

Our Tourguides

Accommodation

They have a great knowledge and insight about the region, so they show you how to get the most of your trip. They are very friendly and know how to relate to the group. Our guides always bring their own stories and perspective when sharing their information about the region so you will not feel like you are skimming through the cultural surface of the country. They are able to understand the needs of the group and respond accordingly.

Our hotels offer the best balance between price, quality and service. Many of them are managed by families where the atmosphere is really intimate and full of character. For our Walking Trips in Albania we stay in shepherd huts situated in the alpine pastures.

It is really an amazing experience. The location and freedom to move around is as well important for us, so we carefully have selected hotels from where you can easily access the main points of interest on foot.

Why choose Sondor?

Regional expertise We spend a lot of time personally knowing in depth and continually upgrading our selection of accommodation facilities, restaurants, transportation and guides we work with. This has helped us know exactly what to offer to different requests we process every day. As an inbound tour operator we feel secure and appreciative on the network of partners knowing that we are providing the best solutions to the customers needs.

Better Value We like to focus on the value of our products and services and we do our best to ensure top quality in everything we provide. This has helped us stay ahead of the other regional travel companies and built a relationship based on trust with our clients. We are constantly committed to find the best hotel, restaurant, transportation and tourguides within a certain price range so that our clients will always have the best possible solutions concerning their trips.

Continual improvement of services We like to have a lasting relationship with our new and old partners as well as with individual clients.

This is why we continually improve the same product or service provided to a specific client in time. Be it a regional tour or a specific service provided, we will always think how to make it better.

Customer satisfaction We want to achieve the maximum and satisfy every client who buys our services. We know that the experience they had will be a lasting one if it is positive. We know as well that by providing the best experience we can help our partner travel companies be more confident in our products in the future.

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Our Difference

How we are different

Less driving more exploring

Our cultural tours are continuously crafted around you and the way you want to explore each destination. In time we have learned what is the most important thing we need to include and what to leave out so that you can experience the best of the region.

We know how important it is to have enough time to explore a place and not spend most of the day on the bus. That’s why we find the shortest routes to help you get to the destination of the day as fast as you can.

Local cuisine

Local guides

In our cultural trips we like to include different kinds of activities so idea such as agritourism are one of the best examples. Exploring these farms gives you a better prespective of the daily life of these communities.. Everything we eat or drink in these farms is made by local family or sourced locally. Family owned restaurants are a must as well.

There the hospitality is amazing.

In each trip you will have 1 tourguide during the whole trip and assistant guides in the cities you visit. They have great experience in guiding, extensive information about their country and great humor as well.

Historical and Archeological Sites amazing places to explore - 9 Days The Albanian culture and history as one of the oldest in the Balkan Peninsula deriving from the Illyrians and Arberesh comes through generations full of authenticity and richness.

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Experience the new face of Tirana Admire the architecture of Berat and Gjirokastra Dive in the crystal clear waters of the Ionian Sea Soak up the atmosphere of Korca, the city of serenata and carnival Live up thousand of years of Butrint and Shkodra history.

Details Day 01 Tirana. The tourist group arrives in the Mother Theresa Airport. Transfer to Tirana by bus. Guided visits in: Scanderbeg Square, Ethem-Beu Mosque, ex-residential area “The Block”, Pyramid, Historical parts of Tirana, Tabak’s Bridge, Historic Museum etc. Overnight in Tirana Day 2 Berat. Departure to Berat- on the way to Berat we make a stop in Durres to visit the Roman amphitheatre - In Berat we visit the Castle Berat, Onufri Museum and the Etnographic Museum. Overnight in Berat. Day 3 Vlora. Departure to the city of Vlora. En route visit Ardenica Monastery the archeological center of Apolloni and the monastery. Visit the Flag Square in Vlora and free time to swim. Overnight in Vlora. Day 04 Saranda. Drive to Saranda through Llogara, Himara, Borsh-Time to swim and lunch in Himara. Visit Porto Palermo Castle. Guided Tour in the Archeological site of Butrinti. Overnight in Saranda.

Day 5 Gjirokastër. Travel to Gjirokaster and visit Shen Koll monastery-Mesopotam and Syri i Kalter. Visit of old center

Gjirokastra, time-off– Overnight in Gjirokastra. Day 06 Korça.

Travel to Korça - Visit the Ali Pasha castle in Tepelene. Picnic in the green near Erseka (on group expenses). Walk through the old city. Dinner at the hotel -Overnight in Korca Day 7 Kruja. Departure from Korça to Kruja - Visit the Lin village and Lin’s Mosaic. Scenic route along Shkumbin-valley Visit Petrela castle- Visit the Historical Center of Tirana.- Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Kruja. Day 8 Shkodër. Departure to Shkoder and visit Rozafa Castle in Shkoder. Free time in the center of Shkoder - Lunch in Shkoder on group expences. Visit Shengjin beach for swimming (time permitting). Overnight in Kruja Day 9 Krujë. Visit the old bazaar and castle of Kruje as well as the ethnographic museum. Transfer to Mother Theresa Airport.

Apollonia Founded in the 6th century BC, Apollonia of Illyria was one of the most important cities of Southern Albania. It was renowned of it’s school of Philosophy and Cicero would call it “magna urbs et gravis”, a great and important city. It had 50 000 inhabitants and a large amphitheatre of around 13 000 seats as well.

Historical and Archeological Sites Code: HAS Physical: ● ○ ○ ○ ○ Cultural: ● ● ● ○ ○ DURATION: 9 days GROUP SIZE: min 12 pax ACCOMMODATION: 3-4 stars hotel for 8 nights BB in dbl room and in sngl room MEALS: 8 nights.

TRANSPORTATION: for 9 days ASSISTANCE: by the travel agency for all days of stay in Albania.

Time: all year long Countries: Albania

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Round Trip Albania meet the most hospitable people - 8 Days Albania is rich in history and art. We will tour the whole country to visit several castles important to the Albanian history especially because they helped the independence of Albania in different periods of time. Visits in the archeological sites will deepen your understanding of the historical and cultural past of the country. The art of frescos will give you another insight into the development of Christianity in these regions.

• Explore the art of frescos.

• Discover the Ottoman cities, visit the biggest archeological site being excavated in Europe - Butrinti, • Taste the Albanian cuisine.

Details Day 1 Tirana: Arrival at Rinas Airport – Transfer to Tirana to visit the center and National Historic Museum. Dinner. Overnight in Tirana. Day 2 Vlora. Breakfast in Tirana – excursion to Vlora, stop on midway and visit Monastery Ardenica near Lushnja.

Arrival in Vlora (accommodation). Dinner (Tirana- Vlora city 140 km). Overnight in Vlora. Day 03 Saranda. Breakfast in Vlora, excursion to Saranda through Llogara pass, Himara – Porto Palermo. Arrival and accommodation in Saranda. Visit the ancient city of Butrint. (Vlora – Saranda 124 km). Overnight in Saranda. Day 4 Gjirokastra to Berat. Breakfast in Saranda, excursion to Berat through Gjirokastra (Unesco Heritage site).

Arrival in Berat (museum city), accommodation. After lunch a visit to the castle,churches and “Onufri” museum in the castle, (Saranda – Berat 200 km). Overnight in Berat. Day 5 Apolonia - Durrës. Breakfast in Berat Travel to Apolonia ancient city through Fieri town. The excursion goes further to Durres city where we will be accommodated. Visit the ancient amphi-

theater. (Berat – Fier – Durres 100 km). Overnight in Durres.

Day 6 Shkodra: Breakfast in Durres - Excursion to Shkodra.

Stop and visit to Lezha- Skanderbeg grave ,arrival to Shkodra.

First a visit to “Rosafat” castle and accommodation. During dinner a concert with folk music in Shkodra restaurant. Durres – Shkodra 115 km). Overnight in Shkodra. Day 7 Kruja - Tirana.

Breakfast in Shkodra - After a sightseeing in the town around the lake of Shkodra the grup goes for excursion to Kruja and Tirana. In Kruja visit the street and Skanderbeg-museum in the castle with the same name. Lunch in the castle and back to Tirana. Accomodation in the hotel (dinner, overnight) (Shkodra - Kruja -Tirana 100 km). Overnight in Tirana. Day 8 Airport. Breakfast in Tirana – transfer to Mother Theresa Airport. Departure..

The Bunkers This is one of the 700000 bunkers spread all over Albania, they serve as a testimony of the hardships Albanians then through during communism.

Round Trip Albania Code: RAL Physical: ● ○ ○ ○ ○ Cultural: ● ● ● ○ ○ DURATION: 8 days GROUP SIZE: min 12 ACCOMMODATION: Tiranë (2), Vlore (1), Sarande (1), Berat (1), Durres (1), Shkodra (1) - 7 nights HB REISEFÜHRER: 8 days TRANSPORT: 8 days by minibus ASSISTANCE: by our agency during all days of stay in Albania and Macedonia Time: from January to Juny and

from September to December

Albania to Macedonia explore the beauties of this two countries - 8 Days From the curative sands of Velipoja to the lively streets of Ohrid, Albania and Macedonia offer an interesting mixture of culture, history tradition and delicious cuisine. We have the chance to tour most of Albania and eastern part of Macedonia. We will swim in the Adriatic coast, enjoy the panorama of the Albanian Highlands, get immersed in the history and culture of Ohrid, Berat, Gjirokastra and Korca.

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Visit the colorful churches of Berat and Ohrid Learn more on the art of Iconography in Korcë.

Enjoy the panorama from St. Jovan Caneo church in Ohrid Learn about the greek and roman culture in Apollonia

Albania to Macedonia Code: ANM

Details Day 1 Durrës. Arrival in Mother Theresa Airport. Travel to Durrës where we can visit one of the biggest Roman Amphitheaters in the Balkan dating back to 2nd century AD and holding about 15 000 spectators. Day 2 Berat Vlora. Guided visit in the archeological center of Apollonia renowned for its school of philosophy during the 1st century. Today there are is still a larger part of the site to be excavated. Our next visit is Berat enlisted in UNESCO World Heritage sites for its interesting architecture and religious tolerance. Day 3 Vlora - Sarandë. Guided visit in Vlora, the city where the Albanian Independence was proclaimed in 1912. We reach Sarandë in the afternoon. Day 4 Sarandë.

Travel to the archeological center of Butrint, one of the most visited sites of Albania.Butrinti is one of the most preserved and restored archeological sites in Albania.

Day 5 Gjirokastër - Korçë. Visit Gjirokastër known for its impressive architecture and cobbled streets. Our next stop is Korça the city of serenades. Day 6 Ohrid. Our visits continue in Saint Naum Monastery and the Byzantine Churches of Ohrid, Unesco World Heritage Site. Day 7 Elbasan - Tirana.

Travel to Elbasan to see the Castle built by Sultan Mehmet II and King Mosque on of the oldest in Albania. In Tirana we visit the National Historic Museum where we can have a comprehensive look on the Albanian History. Day 8 Kruja - Airport. Kruja was the chief town of our National Hero Scanderbeg, an important Albanian leader of the 15 century. We can learn more about his history in Kruja Museum.

After the museum we can have free time for shopping in the Bazaar a beautiful cobbled street with lots of souvenirs to buy. Travel to Mother Theresa Airport and departure.

Physical: ● ○ ○ ○ ○ Cultural: ● ● ● ○ ○ DURATION: 8 days GROUP SIZE: min 12 pax ACCOMMODATION: 7 nights in 3 stars hotels HB. Durrës 1 night, Vlorë 1 night, Sarandë 2 nights, Korçë 1 night, Ohrid 1 night,Tiranë 1 night MEALS: 7 dinners, 1 lunch TRANSPORT: 8 days by minibus TOUR GUIDE: 8 days ASSISTANCE: by our agency during all days of stay in Albania and Macedonia.

Saint Naum Monastery complex

located in the vicinity of the border between Macedonia and Albania is a must go place when you are in Ohrid. In the entrance you find many locals who sell their products such as: honey, pottery, ceramics, bracelets at very reasonable prices. Saint Naum is venerated as a saint in the Macedonia Orthodox Church and is one of the founders and promulgators of the Glagolitic and Cyrillic scripts.

Time: from January to Juny and

from September to December

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Albania to Kosovo unique places, unique people - 14 Days Many don’t know that Albania and Kosovo have many similarities like the same language, belong to the same ethnic group and have similar cultures.

We explore the vibrant cities of Tirana and Prishtina, experience the local hospitality, visit the well preserved monasteries and churches of Decan and Peja, learn about the history of Albanians in Kruja and Prizren, admire the Ottoman architecture and atmosphere of Gjirokastra and Gjakova • • • •

Wander in the beautiful bazaars Be enchanted by the well preserved monasteries Admire the medieval Mosques Learn about the independence of Kosovo

Folk Music

Details Day 1 Tirana. Transfer from Mother Theresa Airport – visit the Historic Museum. Day 02 Tirana. City tour in Tirana – visit the ex- communist residential area – house of Enver Hoxha (former dictator ) – underground tunnels. Day 03 Tirana - Durrës - Berat.

Visit the city of Krujë and castle of Scanderbeg, Durrës and the Roman Amphitheatre, visit the castle of Berat. Day 04 Berat – Fier – Vlorë. Visit Berat and the ex - Textile Mill “Mao Ce Dun”. Continue to the archeological center of Apollonia in Fier.

Day 05 Vlora – Orikum – Porto Palermo – Sarandë. We start in Vlorë to visit the square where the Independence of Albania was proclaimed in 1912. Another interesting archeological site is the old city of Orik dating back to 4th century BC. Day 06 Saranda – Butrint – Gjirokastër. Visit the archeological center of Butrint one of the most visited sites in Albania. In Gjirokastër we visit the house of Enver Hoxha. Day 07 Gjirokastër Visit the castle of Gjirokastra and Weapons Museum, visit the house of the renowned writer Ismail Kadare. Day 08 Gjirokastër to Shkodër. Visit the castle of Ali Pasha in Tepelena and Rozafa castle in Shkodër. Day 09 Shkodër to Kosovë. Drive to Kosovo and visit the infamous prison of Spac. Pass the border with Kosovo and accommodate in Prizren. Day 10 Prizren to Pejë. Visit the Albanian League of Prizren and ottoman bazaar in Gjakovë.

Travel to Deçan to visit the Serbian monastery. Day 11 Pejë to Prishtina. Visit the historic center of Peja, excursion in Rugova canyon, visit the memorial of Resistance in Prekaz. Day 12 Prishtina – Mitrovica. Take a walk in the center of Prishtina then continue to Mitrovica and visit the dividing bridge between the Albanians and Serbian communities. Day 13 Prishtina to Ferizaj.

Visit the Gadima Cave in Janjevëa nd continue the journey to

This is one of our attempts to promote the local folk music and#culture by contracting local farmers who can share their gifts with us. And everyone enjoys it!

Albania to Kosovo Code: ANK Physical: ● ○ ○ ○ ○ Cultural: ● ● ● ● ○ DURATION: 14 Days GROUP SIZE: min 15 pax ACCOMMODATION: 3 star hotel HB, 2 nights in Tirana, 1 night in Berat, 1 night in Vlora, 1 night in Saranda, 2 nights in Gjirokastra, 1 night in Shkodra, 1 night in Prizren, 1 night in Peja, 3 nights in Prishtina, so in total 13 nights HB. TRANSPORT: 14 days by minibus.

ASSISTANCE: by our agency for 14 days

Ferizaj to visit the American military camp “Bondstill”. Day 14 Prishtina. Free time – tranfer to Prishtina Airport. Departure

Time: from January to Juny

and from September to

10 Days in Balkans 5 Countries to see - 10 Days Southwest Balkan has been relatively unknown for many travelers before 20 years. Beside emerging problems after the dissolving of ex -Yugoslavia and fall of communism there are a lot of good thing to know and explore in this part of the Balkan.

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Learn about the past of these countries Visit Unesco heritage sites Discover a rich culture Enjoy impressive landscapes

Details Day 1 Tirana,Albania. Learn about the Albanian Capital, Tirana and visit Scanderbeg Square Et’hem Bey Mosque and the Block.

Day 2 Tirana - Kruja. Visit the National Historic Museum to know better the Albanian historic past. Lunch in Marikaj village agritourist center.

We meet with Hajdar and learn about the his initiatives in agritourism. Travel to Kruja and visit Scanderbeg’s museum dedicated to the Medieval Albanian leader. In the afternoon travel to Rubik village for a fantastic evening. Day 3 Rubik - Kosovo. Visit the Prizren known for its rich cultural diversity and Sinan Pasha Mosque.

In Gjakova walk through its old bazaar, the biggest in Kosovo. Arrival in Prishtinë the capital of Kosovo. Day 4 Prishtinë -Pejë. Visit the Serbian Orthodox Patriarchate and Rugova Gorge. Lunch and dinner in Pejë. Day 5 Pejë - Sarajevo. (Bosnia).

Meet the locals. Dinner and accommodation in Sarajevo (Bosnia).

Day 6 Sarajevo.Visit the

Restaurant Brajlovic

Restaurant Brajlovic in Sarajevo.

Located in Ilidza near the hot water springs the restaurant is a perfect location to spend the afternoon. We use it with our groups because they are the best if you like plenty of veal meat.

center, Bashcarshija, mosque, bezistani. Continue to Visoko and visit the pyramids of Visoko. Lunch in Fojnica. Arrive in Sarajevo. Dinner with live music. Accommodation in Sarajevo (Bosnia). Day 7 Sarajevo - Mostar Visit Jablanica, a symbol of World War II. Visit Mostar - Old Bridge. Lunch in the resort center of Blagaj (a bektashi tekkie). Visit Mexhugorje and the church of St. Mary. Dinner and accommodation in Mostar (Bosnia). Day 8 Mostar - Dubrovnik (Croatia). Visit the old town. Dinner and accommodation in Budva, Montengero. Day 9 Budva. Visit the old town and learn more about this coastal city, then travel to Kotor. On the way visit Sv. Stefan. In Kotor we visit the old town part of Unesco Heritage sites.Dinner and accommodation in Budva (Montengero). Day 10. Budva Cetinje - Fly back from Podgorica, Montenegro.

10 Tage in Balkan Code: HIB Physical: ● ○ ○ ○ ○ Cultural: ● ● ● ○ ○ DURATION: 10 days GROUP SIZE: min 12 pax ACCOMMODATION: 3 star hotel HB, 2 nights in Albania, 2 nights in Kosovo, 2 nights in Bosnia Herzegovina, 2 nights in Montenegro.

MEALS: Included 6 lunches and 5 dinners.

TRANSPORT: 10 days TOUR GUIDE: 10 days ASSISTANCE: Agency assistance for all days of stay in the region.

Time: from January to Juny and from September

to December

Countries: Albana, Kosovo, Montenegro, Bosnia and Croatia

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Albania - Kosovo - Macedonia full with culture and history, nice people and delicious food - 10 Days

Albania boast of its wonderful nature, local hospitality, and Unesco heritage sites. Macedonia is well known for the great people that lived there such as Alexander the Great and Mother Theresa. Kosovo as the newest independent country in Europe hides in itself a rich cultural and religious diversity. Be ready to be enchanted by these impressive cultures.

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Experience local hospitality Taste the delicious cuisine Visit Unesco heritage sites See the birthplace of Mother Theresa

Details Day 1 Krujë - Rubik. Arrival in Mother Theresa Airport, Albania and transfer to Rubik to visit the 13 century church.

Day 2 Kosovo. We visit the towns of Prizren and Gjakova known for the diverse cultural, historical and religious past. Day 3 Macedonia. Before travelling to Macedonia we make a visit in Pejë to visit the Serbian Orthodox Patriarchate. In Macedonia we visit the its capital Skopje, the birthplace of Mother Theresa. Day 4 Skopje - Ohrid. In the morning we visit the centre of Skopje, the old ottoman bazaar, Macedonia Square and Mother Theresa Memorial House. Travel to Ohrid the Slavic Jerusalem known for its many Byzantine churches part of Unesco Heritage Sites.

Day 5 Ohrid - Sv. Naum. Learn about Saint Naum and his missionary work to during the 9th century and relax in Ohrid. Day 6 Ohrid - Elbasan, Albania. Travel to Albania to visit Elbasan and the medieval castle built by Sultan Mehmet II during the 15 century. Continue to Berat to learn about the city of one upon another windows part of Unesco World Heritage List. Visit the castle dating back 4 century BC and Onufri Museum. Day 7 Apolonia - Vlorë.

Visit Apollonia founded in the 6 century BC known for it school of philosophy. In Vlorë we visit the Flag Square to know more about the independence of Albania in 1912.

Day 8 Durrës - Tirana. Visit the Roman Amphitheatre built in the 2nd century A.D which could hold about 15 000 spectators. Travel to Tirana, the capital of Albania.

Founded in 1614 Tirana’s architecture is influenced by its Ottoman past and Italian style of the 30’s. Day 9 Krujë. Visit the chief town of Scanderbeg and museum dedicated to this Medieval Albanian leader. Day 10 Tiranë. Free time for

Visoki Decani Monastery of Visoki Dećani is one of the largest and most preserved monasteries in Kosovo. There are several monks that live in the monastery and they are willing as well to guide you around the complex. If you are travelling alone to the monastery you need to show your passport in the entrance.

When you finish your guided tour you can buy some local wine and cheese

Albania - Kosovo - Macedonia Code: AKM Physical: ● ○ ○ ○ ○ Cultural: ● ● ● ● ○

shopping. Depart to the Airport.

DURATION: 10 Days GROUP SIZE: min 12 pax ACCOMMODATION: 3 or 4 star hotel HB , 1 night in Rubik, 1 night in Gjakovë, 1 night in Skopje, 2 nights in Ohrid, 1 night in Berat, 1 night in Vlorë, 2 nights in Tiranë MEALS INCLUDED: 9 dinners and 1 lunch.

TRANSPORT: 10 days by minibus.

TOUR GUIDE: 10 days.

ASSISTANCE: by our agency during all days of stay in the region.

Time: January to Juny / September to December

Albanian Coast relax & enjoy the summer - 9 Days Albania boast of its stunning beaches. Whether you like sandy beaches or rocky beaches you can find it all in Albania. The seafood is fresh, delicious and priced very well. You will love the atmosphere especially in the beginning and end of the summer season.

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Enjoy the sunset in Zvernec Swim in crystal clear waters of Ionian sea, Soak up the quiet atmosphere of the beach in southern Albania Experience the amazing view of the coast from Llogara national park

Details Day 1 Shkodër. Enter Albania through Muriqan border checkpoint. Visit Shkodër and Apollonia archeological site. In the afternoon arrival in Vlorë a city dating back to 6th century BC. Day 2 Vlorë - Radhimë. We visit Narta lagoon and Zvërnec island. The rest of the day we relax and swim in the turquoise waters of Ionian sea. Day 3 Vlorë - Saranda. Breakfast:Vlorë - We depart to the city of Saranda passing through Llogara, Himara, Borsh and finally to Saranda where will be accommodated. Overnight: Saranda. Day 4 Saranda – Butrint.

Breakfast Sarande Today we will visit the archeological and cultural centers of Butrint, Ksamil, Lekures and Syri i Kalter.

Overnight: Saranda. Day 5 Saranda. Visit the city of Saranda

– the rest of the day is at leisure in Saranda beach. Overnight: Saranda. Day 6 Saranda to Durrës Breakfast: Saranda. Return to the city of Durres – on our way back will visit the city of Gjirokaster and Berat as well as castles and the museums of the cities. In the afternoon we arrive in Durres. The remainder of the day is at leisure Overnight: Durres. Day 7 Durrës.

Visit the city of Durrës, the rest of the day is at leisure in the beach of Durres. Overnight: Durres. Day 08 Tirana - Kruja. We will be visiting today the cities of Tirana and Kruja where will see different historic and archeologic sites as well as other attractions of these cities. Overnight: Durres. Day 09 Durrës The tourist group travels to the Airport.Departure.

Embark in Saranda Embark in Saranda Code: ANS Time: April to October

Cultural: ● ● ○ ○ ○ Physical: ● ○ ○ ○ ○ Services: Assitenc and Transfer

This afternoon, arrive in the Albanian city of Saranda. Embark on an excursion to the World Heritage-listed archeological site of Butrint.

Discover the ancient preserved gymnasium, the temple with a priceless mosaic floor and the enormous stone walls. Tour the town, before time at leisure to go on your own discovery.

Albanian Coast Code: ALK Physical: ● ○ ○ ○ ○ Cultural: ● ● ○ ○ ○ DURATION: 9 Days GROUP SIZE: min 12 pax ACCOMMODATION: 3 stars hotels HB for 8 nights. 2 nights in Vlorë, 2 nights in Saranda, 3 nights in Durrës.

TOUR GUIDE: 8 days TRANSPORT: 8 days ASSISTANCE: by our agency during all days of stay in Albania.

Time: from May to October

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UNESCO Heritage Sites discover what is special- 14 Days Travel through Albania, Macedonia, Kosovo and Montenegro and learn why these countries are part of UNESCO World Heritage List. See how the history and culture has given shape to the development of distinctive styles of architecture.

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Walk through the city of “thousand steps” Admire the city of one thousand and one windows Visit the largest site being excavated in Europe Be enchanted by the Slavic Jerusalem

Details Day 1 Tirana Upon arrival in Albania we explore Tirana and the interesting architecture of the center. Day 2 Kruja Know more about it’s rich history and enjoy to local culinary of Marikaj village agritourist center. Day 3 Berat Guided visit in Durrës founded in 6 century BC and the Roman Amphitheatre as one of the biggest in Balkans. Day 4 Visit Berat, the city of one upon another windows part of UNESCO Heritage List.

Day 5 Guided visit in Vlora the city of Independence. Lunch in Llogara N.P where we can enjoy Albanian traditional music as well. Day 6 Guided visit in Butrint archeological center and free time to relax on the beach. Day 7 Half day visit to Gjirokastra enlisted as World Heritage site by UNESCO. In the afternoon we travel to Përmet where we taste Albanian traditional dishes.Day 8 Today we travel to Ohrid via Greece where we will have lunch as well. Day 9 Ohrid is one of the oldest cities of the Balkans, an important center of the Episcopal Church of Rome and Byzantium. Lunch in Saint Naum where we visit the monastery and the church as well. Day 10 Drive to the city of Skopje. On our way will visit Tetovo, an important center of the Bektashi Sect “Arabati Teke”. In the afternoon we tour the city of Skopje, the old bazaar, memorial of Mother Theresa, Aleksander the Great square. Day 11 Travel to Kosovo and visit Prizren a beautiful preservation of religious and cultural sites. Then travel to Gjakova and

visit Ottoman bazaar. Lunch in a traditional restaurant in Gjakova. Arrive in Deçan and visit the Serbian Orthodox Monastery part of UNESCO.Accommodation in Peja. Day 12 Travel to Montenegro and visit Kotor enlisted in UNESCO. Visit Podgorica the capital of Montenegro and Cetinje the Royal capital. Accommodation in the coastal city of Budva. Day 13 Visit the castle of Budva and old town. Travel to Albania and visit the city of Shkodra on of the most important Albanian cities. Day 14: Breakfast in Shkodra.

Visit the castle of Rozafa 4 century BC. Transfer to Mother Theresa Airport. Departure.

UNESCO Heritage Sites Code: UNW Physical: ● ○ ○ ○ ○ Cultural: ● ● ● ● ○ DURATION: 14 Days GROUP SIZE: min 12 pax ACCOMMODATION: 3 or 4 star hotel HB , 2 night in Tirana, 2 nights in Berat, 2 nights in Saranda, 1 night in Gjirokastra, 1 night in Pëmet, 2 nights in Ohrid, 1 night in Skopje, 1 night in Peja, 1 night in Budva, 1 night in Shkodër, so in total 13 nights HB .

MEALS INCLUDED: 8 lunches, 5 dinners TRANSPORT: 14 days by minibus.

TOUR GUIDE: 14 days.

ASSISTANCE: by our agency during all days of stay in the region.

Time: January to Juny / September to December

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