Another spectacular trip with Explore. I highly recommend this company. As a solo female traveller they have never let me down. Explore is 100 % reliable.
It’s hard to find a patch of Europe as secluded as this one – among the rugged mountains and green fields of Albania, Kosovo and North Macedonia, you’ll find shepherds, monasteries, lakes, valleys and Byzantine churches. Lacking in tourist crowds, it’s taken decades for the Balkans to wipe away memories of conflict and Communism, but (amazingly) they’ve emerged strong and smiling. From cool cafes in Skopje and the soft shores of Lake Ohrid to the mosques of picture-perfect Prizren, this 15-day adventure showcases Balkan beauty at its very best.
Northern Albania and Kosovo deliver big views and even bigger stories. Led by an expert local tour leader, you’ll witness striking architecture, explore dramatic natural beauty and uncover centuries-old traditions. What truly sets this adventure apart, however, is the chance to connect with local people and hear their stories – an authentic insight into daily life and recent history, including a moving exploration of the Kosovo War.
