Weekend in Ohrid
3 Days Starting and ending in Tirane
Visiting: Elbasan, Struga, Ohrid, Old City Park, Bay of Bones Museum, Monastery of St. Naum, Pogradec, Tirana
Tour operator:
Tour code:
75059P15
Recommended For:
18-30 somethings, 50 plus, Couples, Family-Kids, LGBT plus, Singles
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 12
Physical rating:
Low, EASY
Age range:
6-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Halal
Tour operated in:
English , SpanishTrip Styles:
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Activities:
Tour Overview
A journey about feelings, people and food. Ohrid town in North Macedonia is the perfect idyllic settings for a relaxed journey through small romantic villages and breathtaking drives. Start and end in Tirana! With the Discovery tour Weekend In Ohrid, you have a 3 days tour package taking you through Tirana, Albania and 4 other destinations in Europe. Weekend In Ohrid includes accommodation in a hotel as well as meals, transport and more.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Ohrid Via Elbasan & The Cave Churches Of Struga Ay Of Bones
Location: Elbasan, Struga, Ohrid
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Royal View or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
We travel towards our first stop, the city of Elbasan.
– See old Ottoman old houses, Sinan Pasha’s Turkish baths and wander in cabled streets inside the castle.
Head towards the city of Struga and visit the Cave Churches of Saint Archangel Michael and Saint Atanasij with its Holy Mother of God Monastery complex.
Both situated on the shore of Ohrid Lake, started being build in the 15th century. Now one very important relic can be found in the Monastery complex, “The Holy Mother of God is painted with a black face and black clothing, holding in her hands the Black Jesus.
Enjoy lunch on the shore of Lake Ohrid.
Get settled in the hotel in Ohrid Old Town and enjoy a free evening.
Please note: Travelers should be prepared to show their passports at the border crossing between Albania and North Macedonia
Day 2 : Sightseeing Tour Of Ohrid
Location: Old City Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Royal View or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take in all that the charming city of Ohrid has to offer on a guided tour.
Enter the magnificent Church of Saint Sophia and the National Workshop for a handmade paper-making demonstration.
Walk along Samuil’s Fortress historic 4th-century walls.
See the Ancient Theatre of Ohrid, built in the Hellenistic style and walk up to the cliff-top Church of Saint John at Kaneo for panoramic views of the lake and surrounding mountains.
Enjoy free time in the city, going on a boat ride in Lake Ohrid or a Wine Tasting Tour in Mal Sveti Winery. Your Tour Director can arrange for these and other activities in the city.
Day 3 : Tirane Via Saint Naum Monastery & Bay Of Bones
Location: Bay of Bones Museum, Monastery of St. Naum, Pogradec, Tirana
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
On our way to Tirana, visit the Bay of Bones Museum, a prehistoric settlement located on Lake Ohrid. A one of a kind in the region, it is an authentic reconstruction of a part of the pile-dwelling settlement, dating back between 1200 and 700 BC.
Then, continue exploring the medieval Monastery of Saint Naum.
See the resident peacocks that roam the grounds
Enter the monastery to view its intricate frescoes
We drive now towards the border to Pogradec, we enjoy Albanian traditional lunch.
Return in Tirana in late afternoon
What's Included
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Accommodation
2 nights in handpicked hotels
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Drinks with Meals
2 Lunches with beer or wine
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Entrance Fees
1 Guided sightseeing Tours and select entrance fees
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Fully Guided
Expert Tour Director & local guides
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Meals – Half Board
2 Lunches with beer or wine
What's Not Included
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International Travel
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Tipping and Gratuities
Optional Extras
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Pre/Post Tour Accommodation
Double Room
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Pre/Post Tour Accommodation
Single Room
Requirements
From April to October light clothing that provide comfort are advised. Sunglasses, a sun hat, and good pair of walking shoes or sneakers are recommended for sightseeing. A lightweight jacket and emergency rainwear are also advised
Check out our Q&As
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What is the tipping policy?
Tipping your Tour Leader is encouraged.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Easy
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
yes
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
We guarantee the departure of any group tour with a minimum of two people, though a supplement fee will apply depending on the tour. The max fee applied is of €250 per person.
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Company Instant Book
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Pick up is included on tour. Drop off is not.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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What is the maximum group size?
12 Travellers
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
No
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Euro or Local money "LeK" in Albania and Macedonian Denar in Ohrid
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Do you offer group discounts?
We offer special rates to private groups of 6 or more people.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
3/4 Star Hotel
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
No
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
Citizens of whom countries enter without a visa but with a valid passport: Andorra, Argentina, Armenia, Australia Austria Azerbaijan, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, German, Greece, Netherlands, Hong Kong (China), Hungary, Ireland, Island, Italy, Israel, Japan, Canada, China, Chile, Czech Republic Kosovo, Croatia, Cyprus, Latvia, Liechtenstein
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When should I make my reservation? Can Good Albania hold a spot on a tour for me?
If you have your heart set on a certain tour at a certain time (and at its current price), we recommend you make your reservation as early as possible—six months to a year in advance is a good rule of thumb. To reserve a place on most tours, a deposit of €150 per person is required.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes
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