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West Balkans Tour: History, Culture, and Scenic Landscapes

7 days
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Start and end in Tirana
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  • Clock tower on a hill with an Albanian flag and mountain backdrop.
  • A Byzantine-style tower rising above ancient stone walls and greenery.
  • Historical church by a lake with two people walking on a path.
  • Man overlooking a mountainous town with lush surroundings.
  • People walking on a quaint street surrounded by traditional buildings.
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  • Street view with bustling activities and traditional balconies.
  • Man looking at an arched stone bridge over a shallow river.
  • Traditional hillside houses stacked up in a picturesque manner.
  • Stone fortress tower with flags of Macedonia waving on a sunny day.
  • Fortified walls with a Macedonian flag against a mountainous backdrop.
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 3 - 8
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Tirana to Gjirokastër

    Start point
    Tiranë, Tirana, Albania (Your Hotel, 08:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (3-4 Star Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Berat Castle
    • Explore Onufri Museum
    • Walk through Mangalem Quarter
    Landmarks
    Berat Castle
    Onufri Museum
    Mangalem Quarter
    Gjirokastër Castle
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  2. Day 2

    Gjirokastër to Pogradec

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (3-4 Star Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Gjirokastër Castle
    • Explore Old Bazaar
    Landmarks
    Gjirokastër Castle
    Old Bazaar, Gjirokastër
    Lake Ohrid
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  3. Day 3

    Pogradec to Skopje via Ohrid

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (3-4 Star Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Church of St. John at Kaneo
    • Explore Ohrid Old Town
    Landmarks
    Church of St. John at Kaneo
    Ohrid Old Town
    Stone Bridge, Skopje
    Old Bazaar, Skopje
    Alexander the Great Statue, Macedonia Square
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  4. Day 4

    Skopje to Prizren via Pristina

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (3-4 Star Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • City tour of Skopje
    • Visit Kale Fortress
    • Explore Sinan Pasha Mosque
    Landmarks
    Kale Fortress, Skopje
    Stone Bridge, Skopje
    National Library, Pristina
    Mother Teresa Square
    Sinan Pasha Mosque
    Prizren Old Town
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  5. Day 5

    Prizren to Shkodra

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (3-4 Star Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Tour of Prizren
    • Visit Prizren Stone Bridge and fortress
    Landmarks
    Prizren Stone Bridge
    Prizren Fortress
    Rozafa Castle
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  6. Day 6

    Shkodra to Kotor via Stari Bar

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (3-4 Star Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Stari Bar
    • Explore Kotor Old Town
    • Visit St. Tryphon Cathedral
    Landmarks
    Stari Bar
    Kotor Old Town
    St. Tryphon Cathedral
    Bay of Kotor
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  7. Day 7

    Kotor to Budva to Tirana

    End point
    Tiranë, Tirana, Albania (Your Hotel, 18:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Budva Old Town
    • Enjoy Budva beaches
    Landmarks
    Budva Old Town
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    Our tour guide Endri was EXCEPTIONAL! We were HUGELY IMPRESSED with his VAST knowledge of his country, his patience,...
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  • West Balkans Tour: History, Culture, and Scenic Landscapes reviewer 2
    April 10th, 2026
    Phenomenal guide and beautiful scenery
    Traveled in March 2026

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    Jane

    Asked on May 4th, 2026

    Would there be food for vegetarian with allergy against tomato? Or will it be difficult for me to find something to eat?

    Meals
    • Go as LocalOperator•Written May 2026

      There isn't the most vegetarian-friendly place regarding choices, but almost every restaurant and hotel does offer vegetarian options. This has not been an issue.

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    Yvonne

    Asked on April 30th, 2026

    Could you please confirm if this departure is guaranteed? Additionally, the traveler is scheduled to arrive at the airport in Tirana on the 30th at 17:40. Would they still be able to participate in the tour given this arrival time?

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    Tour Details
    • Go as LocalOperator•Written April 2026

      We have this tour available one day later, May 30-June6

    • Go as LocalOperator•Written April 2026

      May 31 - June 6

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    Colleen

    Asked on April 14th, 2026

    Do you have guaranteed departures for this tour on 22nd, 23rd or 24th of May 2026? What would be the price? I would be travelling solo in private single room.

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    Single supplement
    • Go as LocalOperator•Written April 2026

      Our closest confirmed departure is May 25th.

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    Esther

    Asked on April 9th, 2026

    How if the airline cancel?

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    • Go as LocalOperator•Written April 2026

      In the event of a flight cancellation, we can offer a refund, provided the cancellation is made at least one week prior to the tour date. Cancellations made less than one week in advance will result in a reduced refund, as some hotels do not provide refunds within that timeframe.

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    Becky

    Asked on March 31st, 2026

    Is there a tour guide the entire trip? Is there single room available? I wanna to see reviews for this company its not showing here.

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    • Go as LocalOperator•Written March 2026

      At the payment section, you have the rooms to choose from; a private single room is available. The reviews are under the tour name on the main page; you can check. Please note that a minimum number of participants is required for this tour; it can be booked as a solo as well. We will try to match you with others.

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    Greg

    Asked on March 12th, 2026

    Do you allow for single travelers to have their own room?

    Single supplement
    • Go as LocalOperator•Written March 2026

      Of course, a private room is possible.

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      Greg

      Traveler•Written March 2026

      How do I schedule a single room? I tried to book yesterday but I could not find the option. What is the extra cost?

    • Go as LocalOperator•Written March 2026

      I have added the option. It takes a few minutes to reload. The extra cost is 300 euros. I can edit the price as well.

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    Abigail

    Asked on February 19th, 2026

    the tour says that its for kids above 16 years of age, is it possible for me accompany my 7 year old son if he can manage the trip?

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    • Go as LocalOperator•Written February 2026

      Yes that still works.

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    Patrick

    Asked on February 10th, 2026

    Just wondering if you have people already booked on this tour starting the 22nd or 23rd March & what ages roughly are people? Also, I've been looking at flights & they seem to get in quite late at night so I'd like to book a hotel near where the tour will be departing from in the morning or else I'll arrive a day earlier. You don't do airport pick up I presume?

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    • Go as LocalOperator•Written February 2026

      We have 2 more participants booked on that date. We would need one more to confirm departure. On the 28th, we have a similar 6-day version already confirmed.

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    Andy

    Asked on January 19th, 2026

    Is the hotel for the first night before the tour begins included?

    Accommodation
    • Go as LocalOperator•Written January 2026

      Only the nights on tour are included in the price (6 nights). So the day before and after the tour are not included.

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    Brenda

    Asked on January 15th, 2026

    I'm considering traveling solo on your June 7 tour. I want a private room. I do not want a roommate. What would the price of that be? Also, approximately how many people are typically on the tour and are there other solo travelers?

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    • Go as LocalOperator•Written January 2026

      The extra room is possible for solo travelers at 350 euros in total for 6 nights. The tours run with groups of 3 to 8 participants max. At the moment on those dates, we do not have anyone else booked for a group tour, but we can suggest your dates and form a group soon.

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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Albania.Macedonia.Montenegro. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Albania.Macedonia.Montenegro. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Albania. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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    • For any tour departing before August 15th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 15th, 2026, a minimum payment of 35% is required to confirm your booking with Go as Local. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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