10 Cultural Tours in Shkoder That You Shouldn't Miss

Known for the culture, tradition and natural beauty, this city offers a touristic diversity that is rarely found in any other city in Albania: with rivers, lakes, lagoons and mountains which make Shkodra an unforgettable destination in Albania.

Inclusions: Transport with a/c vehicle, City Tour of Shkoder, Driver/ Guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Meals and drinks, Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities, Optional activity costs

This tour combines some of the lesser known countries in the Balkans; Albania, Macedonia, Kosovo and Montenegro, by trying to show the best each of these countries offers. Albania offers a mixture of cultural elements with 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a rich archaeological legacy. Macedonia offers some of the most excellent religious relics, with Ohrid having the biggest Icon museum in the region as well as many beautiful churches. This theme is carried over into Kosovo the newest state in Europe, where we combine religious monuments with tasting of wine and local foods. The Tour will end up in Montenegro which has made a name for itself based on its wild natural beauty.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 13 nights accommodation, Driver/guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, All Fees and Taxes

This tour starts in Durres and if you are briefly visiting Albania and want to get the most of culture and history of Northern and Central Albania, then this is the tour for you. During this trip you will be able to visit the ancient city of Durres, the medieval Kruja town, Rozafa Castle and Shkodra Lake and one of the best Agro-tourism farms in the Western Balkans.

Inclusions: Breakfast, 1 night accommodation, Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, All Fees and Taxes

Shkodra city is an important cultural and economical center of Albania. Shkodra is also known as the center of the Albanian Catholicism and a perfect proof of the fact that all different religions can adjoin in one country. The city was founded in the 4th century B.C. and for a long time had an important protecting role, it protected the trade routes on the rivers of Drin and Buna. It became the capital of Illyria in the 3d century B.C. Than it was conquered by the Romans and than was a part of the medieval Serbian principality till it was gained by the Turks in 1479. The main sight-seeing place in Shkoder is the castle of Rozafa, which was built in the 3d century B.C. Shkoder is truly the soul of Albania with its narrow street and ancient houses that are united with stone walls and modern buildings. It is the place worth visiting to feel the real Albania.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour Guide

Exclusions: Lunch, All Fees and Taxes

According to Bradt Travel Guides, the Komani Lake journey is described as “one of the world’s greatest boat trips”. The tour to Komani Lake, Valbona and Theth is a special interest hiking tour program exclusively designed to offer participants the best combination of pristine wild nature, unforgettable ferry ride through the heart of the Albanian Alps, local folklore and traditions. During these seven days, you will be able to visit most of the attractions of Northern Albania, combining a variety of exciting outdoor activities with plenty of time to soak up the local culture.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, BB (Accommodation and Breakfast) for six overnights , Professional tour guide , Hotel pick up in Tirana , Hotel drop off in Tirana , Transport provided by the company from Tirana to Vau I Dejes, Local transport for the bumpy road from Vau I Dejes to Komani Lake, Ferry ticket Komani Lake to Fierza Dam, Local transport for the bumpy road from Fierza to Valbona , Local transport for the bumpy road from Theth to Shkodra , Transport provided by the company from Shkodra to Tirana , Transport provided by the company from Tirana to Bovilla Lake (and back), Tourist taxes, Road taxes, Petrol

Exclusions: Lunches, Dinners, Drinks & Snacks , Souvenirs , Personal spending , Everything that is not mentioned in the included, * Tips are not a must in Albania or the Balkans, however, our recommendation is to tip the tour guide/driver 5 - 6 Euros per day/person, as an international practice to tip good service., * Please note that prices are calculated on triple or quadruples room occupancy., Double or single room occupancy is possible on extra charge. , The Triple/Quadruple room occupancy means you might share the room with other travellers, and/or the tour guide (whom could be males or females). , Double room occupancy is possible on 10 Euros extra charge per night per person. , Single room occupancy is possible on 20 Euros extra charge per night per person.

See one of the oldest cities in Albania's History including lunch. On this tour we will visit one of the cities at the center of Albania’s urban culture. The old town is littered with pastel colored buildings, the castle overlooking the lake and famous Mesi bridge built in the 1800's to connect Albania’s highlands to the city. Our tour starts with hotel pick up before 8.00 am and we set off for the 2-hour drive to Shkodra. Passing through villages and countryside you will arrive almost at the northern most point of the border to Montenegro. Enjoy walking the lovely streets of the old town where we can view the Italian influenced architecture, Museums, castles, lakes and more. Minimum 2 to operate

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All admission fees , Lunch, Expert local guide , Hotel pick up and drop off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Please wear appropriate clothing if you wish to enter places of worship, Items of a personal nature , Dont forget your camera!

This tour provides the opportunity to discover Albania and get a taste of the incredible beauty of Montenegro. Beginning in Albania, our visits include a number of the highlights of this country and its fascinating history, ancient and the more recent years of communist struggle, with four UNESCO sites visited as well as the beautifully scenic Albanian Riviera. In Montenegro we enjoy the stunning scenery of Kotor Bay visiting the old town, a wonderful ‘living museum’ of historic and picturesque streets. We also visit Budva, rich in historical monuments and home to yet another wonderful old town, which offers a treasure chest of cultural heritage. Other visits here include eye-catching Perast and historically glorious Cetinje, Montenegro’s ‘honorary’ capital.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 9 nights accommodation, Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunches, Dinners, All Fees and Taxes

Take a ride through 4000 years of history, enjoy the fantastic views of Rozafa castle, indulge in traditional slow cooked meals and if time permits, slow it down under the sun and take a swim in the Mediterranean sea.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Guide, Entry fees on museums and castles

Exclusions: No meals or drinks, Gratuities

It's a daily trip of two cities the most important in terms of history and culture in Albania. Rich in history and tradition, Kruja is home of the patriots and the epicenter of Albania’s independence from the Ottoman Empire. Shkodra is the cradle of the most important Albanian poets, like Migjeni, painters like Kol Idromeno, and photographers, the Marubi Family. Shkodra houses the haunting Marubi National Photography Museum, which displays the first photo taken in Albania.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour Leader, All entry fees mentioned in our itinerary

Exclusions: Lunch & Snacks, Souvenris & Tip

This is a tour which is devised for travelers who can save considerable travel costs by flying to Dubrovnik, or those who would like to combine a Croatian holiday with an Albanian discovery tour. This tour visits all UNESCO sites of Albania as well as Dubrovnik in Croatia and Kotor in Montenegro both UNESCO sites as well.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour Guide, 7 nights accommodation

Exclusions: Lunches and Dinners, All Fees and Taxes