Jewels of Albania & North Macedonia

Sparkling historic gems, some stunning natural wonders and the warmth of the Adriatic, discovered in its once-hidden corner.

Church of St. John at Kaneo, Ohrid

8-day escorted holiday from £959

Bazaar street in Krujë, Albania

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Explore vibrant capital Tirana on a guided tour • Discover medieval Krujë, with its ancient Ottoman bazaar • Spend two nights in enchanting Ohrid, North Macedonia, on the shores of stunning Lake Ohrid • See Ohrid’s much-photographed cliff-top Church of St John at Kaneo • Stroll the lakeside boardwalk, with its lively cafés • Enjoy a three-night stay in port-resort Vlorë • Visit the ruins of ancient Apollonia and discover UNESCOlisted Berati’s stunning Citadel • Cruise blue waters where the Adriatic meets the Ionian Sea, on an optional boat trip • Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation at the Hotel Diplomat & Spa,

Tirana, the Hotel Belvedere, Ohrid, North Macedonia and the Regina City Hotel, Vlorë • Return flights to Tirana • Coach travel and transfers throughout • Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Available

Sep 2021, May, Jun & Sep 2022 Fly from these airports. Prices from

• Gatwick £959 • Luton £999 Personalise your holiday

• St Naum Monastery (half day) – £19 • Vlorë Boat Trip with lunch (full day) – £36 Room for Sole Use Supplement from £168

Adriatic Sea, Vlorë coast, Albania

This wonderful tour, featuring four-star accommodation throughout, lifts the veil on a part of Europe until relatively recently closed to all but a privileged few, but now opening its arms to curious, enthralled visitors. From vibrant Tirana and historic Krujë, to sublime Lake Ohrid, shared with neighbouring North Macedonia, to the port resort of Vlorë, gateway to Apollonia’s ruins and breathtaking Berati, this is a holiday full of fascination and interest at every turn.

Begin in the lively, colourful Albanian capital, where the revolution in lifestyles in recent years has been every bit as complete as the political one, and cafés and restaurants sit alongside reminders of the turbulent past. Journey then into North Macedonia and Ohrid’s sublime shores, for a stay in the ‘Balkan Jerusalem’, with its churches and monasteries and exquisite Old Town. Returning west through scenic countryside, complete the tour in Vlorë, with its distinctly Mediterranean feel and beachfront bars and restaurants and beaches fringing the warm, blue Adriatic waters.

Your Hotels

Hotel Diplomat & Spa, Tirana, Albania HHHH Half-Board nights 1-2

In a central location, close to the city centre, this small hotel offers a restaurant, bar, lounges, reading room and lift. Air‑conditioned rooms offer TV, safe, bathrobe and slippers. There is free Wi‑Fi.

Hotel Belvedere, Ohrid, North Macedonia HHHH Half-Board nights 3-4

Overlooking the lake, and just four miles from the town centre, this tastefully furnished hotel offers lounges, terrace, restaurant and bar, and air‑conditioned rooms with Wi‑Fi, TV, hairdryer, mini‑bar and balcony.

Regina City Hotel, Vlorë, Albania HHHH Half-Board nights 5-7

Located opposite the sea, this comfortable hotel offers spacious, air‑conditioned rooms with TV and a hairdryer. The hotel boasts an pool with sea views, as well as its own private section of beach, together with a bar and restaurant.