Cathedral of Saint Mother Teresa

Discover Kosovo on a guided day trip from Skopje. Learn about the local culture and find out why the Balkan people are considered to be one of the most friendliest people in Europe. Start with pickup at the Museum of the Macedonian Struggle for Independence in Skopji in the morning. Relax on the scenic drive to the UNESCO-listed Gracanica Monastery. Admire its Serbo-Byzantine style and its Medieval Serbian art. Continue to Prishtina and begin a guided walking tour. Visit the National library of Kosovo which is covered in lattices and designed in a unique brutalist style. Go inside the modern Cathedral of Mother Theresa. Finally, head to the a local bear sanctuary to see some brown bears. Hear about what life is like for these majestic creatures. Have the option to stop and purchase lunch at a traditional restaurant before returning to your meeting point in Skopje.

This group full-day trip to the two main points to visit on Kosovo, will allow you discover the best kept secret on the Balkans – Kosovo! In only just about hour and a half drive from Skopje, visit the capital Pristina, where you get to see the old and new sites of the city, the old bazaar, mosques, museums, sculptures and monuments … Next, you will be heading towards the “cultural” capital, Prizren, the town that has been around since the 11th century, the town of mosques and churches…an open air museum. Grab some time to enjoy among the many cafes and restaurants nestled around the Shadervan! What you definitely shouldn’t miss is trying some of the tasty, local bites all around you! Our driver/guide will pick you up in front of the Bristol Hotel, Skopje, with a comfortable A/C car/minivan and take you to Kosovo.The tour continues to Pristina, with a sightseeing tour of Pristina where you will be able to see the Cathedral Mother Teresa, the Pristina University and National Library of Pristina, the Scenderbeg Square and statue, followed by a walk through Nane Theresa pedestrian, the Old Bazaar . After a lunch break, in the afternoon, the tour continues to the picturesque, small town Prizren to see part of the rich cultural heritage of the town. The guide will lead you through the town to see the Stone Bridge, the medieval St. George church, the Catholic church, Sinan Pasha Mosque, Bajrakli Mosque, the Hammam, the house of Prizren League, through the many craft shops of which the golden and silver felegree work stand out to be recognized as real masterpieces of the craftsmen in Prizren.

Meeting point: On this tour we pick up all the traveleres from their hotels in Tirana/Durres/Golem/Qerret area. Tour starts at 06:00 AM *(You must be at the meeting point 10 min before departure)* Duration: Daily (14 ours, aprox. 510 km round trip) Return Detail: Return to original meeting point. Recognition of Driver/Guide by badge or flag with our company logo. Itenerary 6:00 AM: Depart from Tirana/Durres, heading north through the Albanian countryside. After 2 hr we will do 30 min Coffee Stop in Kukes - Reps. Arrival in Prishtina (Around 10:30 AM) Visit the impressive Mother Theresa Cathedral. National Library of Kosovo: Explore the unique, modern architecture of the National Library. NEWBORN Monument: See the symbol of Kosovo’s independence. Free time and Lunch in George Bush Boulevard (main pedestrian area) 1:00 PM: Depart to Prizren, enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour drive. Arrive in Prizren (Around 2:30 PM) Free time: Old Bazaar & River Walk Visit Sinan Pasha Mosque (Ottoman-era mosque) Visit Prizren Castle (Hike up for panoramic views of the city) 6:30 PM: Depart Prizren for the return drive to Tirana. Arrive in Tirana/Durres in the evening. Note: On this tour we will cross borders. If the client is required to have visa, he must take care of obtaining it himself, as the agency is not responsible for any documentation that the client needs to cross the border. - End of Our Service -

Benefit from pick-up at a location of your choice in Skopje, and then travel by comfortable air-conditioned vehicle to Kosovo. Visit the 14th-century Gračanica Monastery on the way to Pristina, and then take a sightseeing tour of the city to see some of its beautiful attractions on arrival. Discover the new Cathedral of Saint Mother Teresa, along with highlights such as the National Library and equestrian statue on Skanderbeg Square. Stroll along pedestrianized Nane Theresa and visit the Old Bazaar. Break for lunch at your own expense, and then spend the afternoon in the small town of Prizren. Learn about its rich cultural heritage on a guided tour of the town center. See highlights such as the Old Stone Bridge and medieval Church of St. George. Pass the 17th-century Sinan Pasha Mosque and Bajrakli Mosque behind the Albanian League Museum. Find fine local handicrafts in the many craft shops, and watch the world go by on Shadervan Square.

Are you willing to see the latest “NEWBORN” in Europe? This private full-day trip to the capital of Kosovo, Pristina, is really an easy step once you are in Skopje! In only just about hour and a half drive from Skopje, you are given the chance to visit UNESCO World Heritage Site, triumph of Byzantine architecture, the Gracanica Monastery, then, the monument of Kosovo Battlefield and next visit the lively, vibrant and modern Pristina. You get to see the old and new sites of the city, the old bazaar, mosques, museums, sculptures and monuments … You get to enjoy among the trendy caffes and restaurants! What you definitely shouldn’t miss is trying some of the tasty bites all around you! Our driver/guide will pick you up from your hotel or any location of your preference in Skopje, with a comfortable A/C car/minivan and take you to Kosovo. The first stop, just before arriving to Pristina, is the beautiful 14th century Gracanica Monastery. The tour continues to Gazimestan, the monument of the Kosovo Battlefield, next, the guide will take you on a sightseeing tour of Pristina where you will be able to see the Cathedral Mother Teresa, the Pristina University and National Library of Pristina, the Scenderbeg Square and statue, followed by a walk through Nane Theresa pedestrian and a break for lunch. The tour finishes with visit of the Old Bazaar and the worth-visit Ethnographic museum – Emin Gjaku! Some of the places you will most likely pass: Gracanica Monastery Gazimestan – Battle of Kosovo monument Cathedral Mother Teresa University of Pristina National Library Skenderbeg square Nena Teresa pedestrian Carshi Mosque The old bazaar Ethnographic museum -Emin Gjaku NEWBORN monument

Day 1 - Tirana - Kotor - Budva - Shkoder We will leave Tirana at 07:00 to head toward the North of the country. The North West of Albania is characterized by mainly a flat surface and it is one of the main trading and industrial areas of Albania. Passing through the historical city of Lezha we will be soon by the Buna river. Our tour of Montenegro continues driving further and leaving behind the Scadar Lake. The next stop will be Kotor. Situated in an unusual gulf, named after its name it has been a very important historical, strategic, and trading center. Founded around the 6th century BC, Kotor resembles an Open Book of history where you can spot different tracks and records from different periods of history. In our days most of the influence is from Venetian time, as for a good amount of time it was part of the Venetian Republic. The Old City is very charming. We will walk around the small squares, surrounded by typical quarters, and visit some of the Old City Highlights for their architecture, historical values, and style. Finishing the Tour of Kotor we will continue driving toward the southern part of Montenegro, along some of the picturesque Riviera and tiny rocky beaches. The city of Budva is also one of the most important tourist cities of Montenegro with a fascinating history, dating 2600 years ago. The tour of Budva continues in the Old Part of the city with some quick visits to the Roman Ruins and the Budva Fortress by the coast offering spectacular views. Leaving Montenegro we will return back to Albania, for the final stop of the day, Shkoder. Known as the Capital of the North, Shkodra is the biggest and the most developed center in the North of Albania. Day 2 - Shkoder - Prizren - Prishtina - Skopje Leaving Shkoder we will head toward Prizren. It is also called the Cultural Capital of Kosovo. Lied on both sides of the Bistrica River, under the Prizren’s Castle this city has played a major role in Albanian History and Politics. It is one of the most important buildings and political events of the 19th century in Albanian History. Pristina is the Capital of Kosovo and furthermore, the largest city at the same time. Habited since the Old Stone Age from the Vinča culture. City tour of Pristina to and visit at National Library, Cathedral, and the Old Neighborhoods of the city. Last stop of the Day, Skopje, overnight in Skopje. Day 3 - Tour of Skopje - Ohrid - Tirana According to a UNESCO article, the town of Ohrid is one of the Oldest Human Settlements in Europe. Furthermore, it lies on the shores of Ohrid, one of the oldest lakes in the world as well. In addition, it has been in centuries a crossway of different Cultures, traditions, and different invasions. Called the “Jerusalem of the Balkan”, Ohrid played a huge role in the spread of Slavic Orthodoxy. It has had 365 Churches, one per day of the year dating from the 11th Century. Tour of Ohrid and return to Tirana in latte afternoon.

Welcome to Prishtina, the lively and culturally rich capital of Kosovo. This guide is designed to provide you with an in-depth look at what makes Prishtina a unique and fascinating destination. Whether you're here for a short visit or an extended stay, this guide will help you navigate the city's highlights and uncover its hidden gems. Program steps : Historical Landmarks - The Great Mosque ( inside visit ) - Cathedral of Saint Mother Teresa ( inside visit, tower view ) - Grand Hotel Prishtina - National Library of Kosovo ( inside visit ) - The Triangle - Clock Tower of Prishtina - Palace of Youth and Sports ( inside visit ) - The Sultan Murat Mosque ( inside visit ) - Cathedral of Christ the Saviour Modern Landmarks - The Newborn Monument - The National Gallery of Kosovo ( inside visit ) - The Central Square ( featuring several key monuments like : The Skanderbeg Statue, The Triangle, The Assembly and The Government of Kosovo, Mother Teresa Statue, National Theatre, President. Dr. Ibrahim Rugova Statue, Memorial Heroines, Zahir Pajaziti Statue, Faik Rexhepi Statue, President. Bill Clinton Statue etc. ) Shopping, Entertainment and Activities - Prishtina Mall ( inside visit ) - Old Bazaar ( inside visit ) - Gërmia Park ( visit, and its highest point Butovc peek 1050 meters above sea level as well ) - Ulpiana ancient Roman city ( inside visit )