Balkan Trio — Skopje, Ohrid, Tirana

About Balkan Trio — Skopje, Ohrid, Tirana

A short Balkan itinerary covering North Macedonia and Albania. Skopje’s Ottoman bazaar and Stone Bridge, UNESCO-listed Lake Ohrid, and Albania’s capital, Tirana, are all part of this tour. Itinerary: Day 1 Arrival in Skopje; Day 2 Skopje City Tour – Ohrid; Day 3 Ohrid – Tirana; Day 4 Tirana City Tour – Return. Departure dates: 20 January 2027, 20 May 2027, 20 September 2027. Price per person €1.020; child €714, infant €306.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — ARRIVAL IN SKOPJE

Airport welcome and hotel transfer. Free time around the Vardar River depending on flight schedule.

Day 2 — SKOPJE CITY TOUR – OHRID

Stone Bridge, Kapan Han, Mustafa Pasha Mosque, and Skopje Fortress are visited. Departure for Ohrid in the afternoon; free time by the lake in the evening.

Day 3 — OHRID – TIRANA

Ohrid old town, Church of St. John at Kaneo, and lake views are toured. Afternoon crossing into Albania; evening arrival in Tirana.

Day 4 — TIRANA CITY TOUR – RETURN

Skanderbeg Square, Et'hem Bey Mosque, and the Clock Tower are visited. Transfer to the airport according to flight time and return.

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a visa required for this route?

North Macedonia and Albania are visa-free for Turkish Republic passport holders.

Can you swim in Lake Ohrid?

Swimming at the lakeside beaches is possible during the summer months; the program is mainly focused on sightseeing.

How long does it take between Skopje and Ohrid?

It takes about 3 hours by road; the journey is made by air-conditioned bus.

Which season is better to visit?

May–October is the most favorable period for both lake and city trips.

How many days does the Balkan Trio — Skopje, Ohrid, Tirana take?

The tour is 3 nights and 4 days.

What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?

Departure dates: January 20, 2027, May 20, 2027, September 20, 2027. Price starts from €1,020 per person.

What is included in the price?

Round-trip airfare and airport taxes, airport–hotel–airport transfers, 3 nights’ accommodation in hotels with Bed & Breakfast, intercity transportation by air-conditioned coach, professional Turkish-speaking guide services, and travel health insurance are included in the price.

What is not included in the price?

Lunches and dinners, Museum and archaeological site entrance fees, Optional excursions and personal expenses, Single room supplement are not included in the price.

Are there child and infant rates?

Yes. Child price is €714, infant price is €306; the exact amount appears at the booking step according to your selected date.

How are reservation and payment made?

Bookings are made on this page: after selecting the date and number of guests, you proceed to the payment step. Payment is made by credit card; installment options depending on your bank are listed at the payment step. Booking confirmation is sent via email.