Kosovo

8 day holiday

Prishtina, Prizren, Gjakova, Istog

This eight-day itinerary offers an accessible and rewarding introduction to Kosovo’s urban and rural highlights. Starting in Prishtina, you’ll explore the capital at your own pace, with visits to museums that trace the country’s complex history and cultural heritage. From there, travel by local bus to the Ottoman-era town of Prizren, often described as the most picturesque in Kosovo, with its fortress views and riverside charm. Your journey continues to Gjakova, where you can spend a day wandering its historic centre and absorbing local life.

Guided transfers then take you beyond the bus routes to some of the country’s more remote and culturally rich sites. Visit the UNESCO-listed Decani Monastery and the Patriarchate of Peć before enjoying a traditional trout dinner at the scenic Trofta Resort in Istog. The tour also includes a visit to Mitrovica and key historical landmarks such as the Adem Jashari memorial in Prekaz and the Gazimestan monument. With local meals and private transfers included at key points, this holiday blends independent exploration with curated insights into Kosovo’s lesser-visited but fascinating regions.

8 day holiday

Prishtina, East Kosovo, Prizren, Gjakova, Istog

This fully guided eight-day journey through Kosovo offers a rich blend of history, nature, and local flavour. With a dedicated driver and guide, you’ll delve into the medieval culture of Eastern Kosovo, visiting archaeological sites like Ulpiana and historic strongholds such as Novobrda Fortress. The itinerary also explores key spiritual landmarks, including the 14th-century Gracanica Monastery and the Catholic church in Letnica, associated with Mother Teresa. Time in Prishtina includes a guided walking tour, traditional lunches, and museum visits, with photo stops at monuments and landmarks offering insights into Kosovo’s modern identity.

From the Ottoman beauty of Prizren to the wine country of Rahoveci and dramatic landscapes of the Rugovo Gorge, each day introduces a new facet of Kosovo’s cultural heritage. Highlights include wine-tasting at family-run vineyards, sampling regional dishes such as the Rahoveci Casserole and fresh mountain trout, and visiting UNESCO-listed monasteries like Decani and Peć. The tour wraps up with time in Gjakova and Istog, and a poignant visit to the memorial at Prekaz. With many meals included and all logistics handled, this trip is ideal for those seeking a deeper, immersive experience of Kosovo.

Tirana, Kotor, Kolasin, Peja, Prishtina, Prizren

This 14-day tailor-made journey through Albania, Montenegro and Kosovo offers a flexible and enriching way to explore six historic Balkan cities, combining private transfers with free time for independent discovery. Starting in Tirana, travellers can visit thought-provoking museums such as Bunk Art 2 or explore nearby historic towns like Kruja and Berat. The tour continues to the stunning Montenegrin coast with three nights in Kotor, where guests can wander its medieval old town or explore the beautiful Bay of Kotor and surrounding mountain villages. From there, the itinerary winds inland to Kolasin, a serene mountain resort near Biogradska Gora National Park, one of Europe’s last primeval forests.

Crossing into Kosovo, the journey highlights the country’s contrasting landscapes and layered past. From the dramatic mountain routes to Peja, to the evolving capital of Prishtina, visitors will encounter a mix of Ottoman remnants and communist-era relics. Two nights in Prizren round off the trip, offering a chance to immerse in its cobbled streets and rich Ottoman heritage. With the flexibility to adjust the route or add excursions, this adventure offers a balanced mix of cultural immersion, scenic beauty and time to explore at your own pace.

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