Name: Day tour of Korca, Pogradec and Ohrid Lake from Tirana
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11 Hours

Tirana

Pogradec & Korçë

   We did all 3 tours (Montenegro, Macedonia and Kosovo) as U.K. government had just stated Montenegro was off the RED list and as we were in Albania we could see... read more 4 countries in 5 days ...A bit mad and as we were with our guide SKERDi I for all 3 trips each day we had a joke about  seeing him in 12 hours as the days were quite long!   Great to see all the sights and have food from the region while you are their too which adds to the experience along with an informative guide.   3 quite different countries to visit as well. Wish we had more time but we will be back sometime.  Albania is not what most people hear about, and is very much growing with proud culture and recognition of its history convinced me this was a great up coming country with a huge future ahead of itself. We were recommended some fantastic local (Albanian)  restaurants ( Mullixhiu) which we enjoyed Very much too!   From start to finish the booking process is very easy and would highly recommend booking if your in the area   Great trip loved it thanks again guys ! 🙌
Steve S
October 1, 2021 
   The best view on the driveway throughout the canyons and high mountains, amazing view in the canyon of Selca and the waterfall at the top, the best part was with... read more the hike in Vajusha Peak from where you could check steep alps of Albania and the valley of Lepusha village.
 The guesthouse in Vermosh was very welcoming with very good traditional food.
 The tour guide Daniel very well prepared and professional.
 I would recommend it to nature lovers.
Daniel G
January 24, 2023 
   I joined a tour of Ohrid as solo traveler and I was suprised that I was suprised as was partially refunded in cash, since there was also another fellow traveler... read more joining. The tour is fairly priced and julio was a very funny, easy going guide. The tour was informative, well organised and I was also notified to brkng extra clothes if wanted to swim..
Riku V
July 29, 2022 

Tour Details

During this day tour in the Southeast of Albania, you will be able to experience the diversity of History, Culture, and beautiful nature. Probably it has traditionally been the are with the most diversity of the population, ethnic groups and a huge variety of food and rich culture of Winemaking in centuries.

Departure & Return Location

Hotel Pick Up in Tirana

Departure Time

08:00

Price Includes

Tour Guide
Entrance Fees
All transportation in destination location

Price Excludes

Lunch
Any Private Expenses

Complementaries

Comfortable shoes and clothes

What to Expect

Day tour of Korca, Pogradec and Ohrid Lake from Tirana

This Day tour of Korca, Pogradec, and Ohrid Lake is built to offer the best combinations of driving and walking at an easy level for everyone. During the tour, we will be able to cover the most of highlights of every city including free time and lunch stop.

Walking City Tour of Korca
Short Visit in Tushemisht
Exploring Drilon
City tour of Pogradec

Itinerary

Day tour of Korca, Pogradec and Ohrid Lake

First Stop Tirana to Korca Old Bazaar

Leaving Tirana at 8:00 we will be headed toward southeast Albania for our first stop, Korca. Located close to the border with Greece, Korca is one of the most important cultural sites of Albania. Highly known for its First Albanian School, it has also been an important trading center. We will go into the traces of the Old Bazaar of the city. Newly renovated, this district has returned the city to it’s previews glamur.

Second StopPedestrian Boulevard and Orthodox Cathedral

The tour continues along to the main walking boulevard of the city. Now one of the main attractions of the city, the boulevard is organized with 2 sides with shops, restaurants, and bars.

At the end of it, the boulevard will be interrupted by the main Orthodox Cathedral. Built in 1992, straight after the communist period. This church holds remarkable artistic and architectural values.

Third StopDrilon Natural Park

Leaving Korca, we will continue toward Pogradec. The city lies under a soft hill, by the shores of Ohrid Lake. This is also how it got it’s name, which came from the Slavic Languages. Situated less than 5 Km from Pogradec, Drilon has been the poetic muse of many poets and artists. The magnetic and relaxing atmosphere created from the shallow waters, swamps, and Willow trees make this place very romantic. It is not surprising seeing just married couples shooting their wedding albums there.

Fourth StopVillage of Tushemisht

Visit in one of the most characteristic villages of all the area. Mainly inhabited by Orthodox, this village is unique in traditions and culture from the rest in the area. Known also as part of one of the most well-known movies in Albanian Cinematography it looks like small Venice with the water springs running above the houses.

Fifth StopCity of Pogradec

In a short stroll, we will be able to visit the old part of the city where some of the old architecture is still preserved, but also the new and more modern part. Especially the long promenade, or Main Boulevard of the city, situated along all Lake shores for years has been the main afternoon attractions for the locals. It is the place where they do their afternoon walking ritual. Return in Tirana in late afternoon.