Get the chance to discover the differences between Albania and the neighbour North Macedonia. Your adventure begins with a trip to the village of Lin in either a bus, or minivan. Here, you'll get a taste of authentic Albanian life, starting with a leisurely coffee break. Then, invigorate yourself with a stroll through this ancient village where you can optionally explore the ancient Roman basilica and soak in the surrounding views - highly recommended indeed. En route to your next destination, you'll encounter the bunkers constructed during Enver Hoxha's communist regime. The tour then proceeds to the city of Pogradec. Here, you'll explore the local marketplace, town park, boulevard and statues. As you wander, your guide will shed light on the cultural contrasts between traditional and modern aspects of Albanian society. Before returning to Ohrid, there will be some free time for lunch and a photo opportunity at the prehistoric Bay of Bones. This excursion provides a rich tapestry of experiences that beautifully blend history, culture and natural beauty.
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JAMES
Travelled with family
2 September 20253.8United Kingdom
The village of Lyn was nice but involves walking up steep hills about which we were not informed by the guide. At least 2 elderly people were struggling. They need to be warned and given the option to stay in the lower part of the village. There was little of interest to see on the walking tour of Podrega
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Jdwhu & lufcnicky
Travelled as a couple
18 August 20255United States of America
An absolute belter of a trip. Fantastic value for money. The guide, Vladimir and the driver were exceptional. Great knowledge, informative and ?? safe for the entire time. The views and scenery were outstanding. Really pleased we booked a huge highlight of our trip. Highly recommended.
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Kate
Travelled with family
17 August 20253.8United Kingdom
The tour was really interesting, in general. It is not, however, suitable for people with disabilities and I felt really sorry for a woman on the trip who was unable to do most of the activities. People need to be told that there is a considerable amount of climbing involved.
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Bower
Travelled with family
5 August 20251.8United States of America
The driver was very good. Guide was not very professional, he insulted albadian people and their culture was not appropriate on an albanian visit tour. He decided that we wouldn't spend time in the Albanian city because it was raining but we have been told that we would get an hour's stop. We did not stop on the way back at the Bay of bones. Is it cold? What was also included in the trip? He told us information what was not historically correct as part of the tour. Overall very disappointed .
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Mimms
Solo traveller
30 July 20254.2United States of America
It was a really good day trip. Getting through passport control to Albania took about 45 minutes, but once through we saw lots of interesting things. For lunch time you're asked if you'd like a reservation at a hotel restaurant where the coach parks outside. I decided to go with a couple of others, but we walked out after 25 minutes as the service was so bad. Our tour guide was fantastic and did a great job in looking after us. The driver also great taking on the challenge of difficult roads.
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Nic
Travelled as a couple
26 July 20254.6United States of America
The guide Yordan, or Jordan was very informative and friendly. His insights into Albania history was interesting. He guided us very well.
