Balkan Express: 4 Countries in 14 Days
Our longest journey: a 14-day loop through four countries, from Tirana’s Cold War history to Kotor’s fortified bay, with lakes, canyons, and mountain villages in between. Built for travelers who want the whole region, not just one corner of it.
Day by Day
Day 1: Arrival in Tirana
Skanderbeg Square, Et'hem Bey Mosque, and Bunk'Art 2 introduce Albania's capital.
Day 2: Tirana to Tushemisht
Drilon National Park and the lakeside calm of Ohrid's shoreline.
Day 3: Tushemisht to Struga
The Drim River and an evening on Struga's promenade.
Day 4: Struga to Peshkopi
Rural landscapes and a stop at local thermal baths.
Day 5: Peshkopi to Kukës
Panoramic mountain viewpoints and local traditions along the way.
Day 6: Kukës to Gjakova
Gjakova's Grand Bazaar and the Hadum Mosque, an introduction to Kosovo's Ottoman heritage.
Day 7: Gjakova to Berane
Forest roads and rustic mountain villages crossing into Montenegro.
Day 8: Berane to Kolašin
Biogradska Gora National Park, one of Europe's last primeval forests.
Day 9: Kolašin to Žabljak
Durmitor National Park and the dramatic Tara Canyon.
Day 10: Žabljak to Plužine
Piva Lake and a mountain monastery along quiet backroads.
Day 11: Plužine to Cetinje
King Nikola's Palace and the museums of Montenegro's former royal capital.
Day 12: Cetinje to Kotor
Kotor's UNESCO-listed old town and the San Giovanni Fortress above the bay.
Day 13: Kotor to Shkodër
Rozafa Castle and lake views on the return toward Albania.
Day 14: Shkodër to Tirana Airport
A final lunch together before your airport transfer.
Included
- 13 nights accommodation
- All meals, breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Water and one drink per meal, plus coffees
- Entrance fees to castles, parks, and museums
- Private transfers throughout
- Professional guide, available 24/7
- Flexible pickups
- Special diets accommodated
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need separate visas for each country on this route?
Requirements depend on your nationality. We'll confirm what applies to you and share the details well before departure.
Is this trip suitable if I only have a week?
The full loop is designed as 14 days, but a single-day add-on is available at €320 per person if you're joining partway through.
From
€2550