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West Balkans Tour: History, Culture, & Scenic Landscapes

Start & end in Tirana 7 days Up to 8

About this trip

Seven days across four countries, moving through the Balkans at a steady clip — Albania, North Macedonia, Kosovo and Montenegro, with a proper mix of old towns, castles and lakes along the way.

You'll go from Tirana's city energy to the stone streets of Gjirokastër and Berat, then over to Lake Ohrid, Prizren, Skopje and Kotor. It's a lot of ground, but each stop earns its place rather than feeling like a box to tick.

Good for anyone who wants a broad first look at the region — history, architecture and scenery in one loop, with a group and a guide handling the logistics.

What you'll do

  • Explore the hilltop castles of Berat and Gjirokastër
  • Walk the old town of Kotor beneath its fortifications
  • Spend time by Lake Ohrid and in the small lakeside town of Pogradec
  • Wander the historic centre of Prizren in Kosovo
  • Take in city life in Tirana and Skopje
  • Visit Shkodra on the way through northern Albania
Good to know
  • Fast-paced — you cross four countries in a week, so expect a new base most days
  • Suits travellers who want variety over depth, covering a lot of the Balkans in one go
Tour dupe
Same trip, less money
£544 less all-in
Tour of Kosovo, Montenegro & North Macedonia in 3 Days from Albania
5from £5523 days
The trade-off: 4 fewer nights, and a different operator.
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Getting there

Tirana
One-way · arrive 20 Jul 26

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Where to stay

A night before your tour in Tirana · 20 Jul21 Jul

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