What to do and see in Kosovo, Kosovo: The Best Cultural Tours

Are you willing to see the latest 'newborn' in Europe? This private full-day trip to the capital of Kosovo, Pristina, is really an easy step once you are in Skopje. In only just about hour and a half drive from Skopje, you are given the chance to visit UNESCO World Heritage Site, triumph of Byzantine architecture, the Gracanica Monastery, then, the monument of Kosovo Battlefield and next visit the lively, vibrant and modern Pristina. You get to see the old and new sites of the city, the old bazaar, mosques, museums, sculptures and monuments. You get to enjoy among the trendy caffes and restaurants. What you definitely shouldn't miss is trying some of the tasty bites all around you.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, English speaking guide, All transfers with comfortable A/C car or minivan

Exclusions: Meals and drinks, Entrance tickets, Tips and gratitudes

As the capital city of the Republic of Kosovo, it is the center of cultural and artistic development of all Albanians that live in Kosovo. The centre of Prishtina is full of fascinating architecture- modern EU or US funded towers full of glass and steel, sitting next to ageing Yugoslavian Communist era blocks that would have once housed ‘the workers’. With a fascinating and admittedly troubled past, Kosovo is now welcoming almost 200,000 visitors each year and this trend is set to continue as word gets out about its trendy, low-cost, and quirky capital.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour Guide

Exclusions: Lunch, All Fees and Taxes

The driver/guide will pick you up from the hotel or any location of your preference in Skopje. This full day tour will start with a visit to a beautiful medieval monastery in Grachanica (90 km, approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes from Skopje), rebuilt in 1321 on the foundations of an Orthodox church from the 6th century. Then, we drive to Kosovo’s capital Prishtina (20 minutes from Grachanica). We will be able to visit the 26m high clock tower and the National Library. In the Independent House of Kosovo we will find out the story of the former president Ibrahim Rugova in the campaign for independence from Serbia, and see the Newborn Monument from 2008, when Kosovo declared its independence. Sultan Mehmet Fatih Mosque and Jashar Pasha Mosque are two beautiful Ottoman mosques and famous local attractions. Somewhere on the way, we will have lunch. In the end, we drive back to Skopje and will drop you off in any location of your preference in Skopje.

Inclusions: All transfers with a comfortable A/C vehicle, Pick-up from your hotel or any other preferred location in Skopje, Professional English speaking guide/driver

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance fees in the museums and religious sites, Personal expenses

Head towards Gračanica, a Serbian village 10 minutes from Pristina known for its UNESCO-listed Monastery. Head towards the Visoki Decani Monastery. Monument dating from the 14th century and listed as a UNESCO heritage, you can admire these frescoes which constitute one of the summits of Serbian art, powerfully inspired by Byzantine art, in particular by the Church of the Savior of Constantinople . Visit the Patriarchal Monastery of Peja, one of the strongholds of the Orthodox religion in the region. Admire its many well-preserved frescoes and the calm and serene atmosphere present in this place.

Inclusions: Your Guide, Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch

Head for Peja, the largest city in western Kosovo at the foot of the rugova mountains and gorges. Join the waterfall of the White Drin, walk to the summit where you will reach the caves "Sleeping Beauty" for an interior visit galleries carved for centuries by the force of the water. (20 minutes walk) Visit the Patriarchal Monastery of Peja, one of the strongholds of the Orthodox religion in the region. Admire its many well preserved frescoes as well as the calm and serene atmosphere present in this place. Guided tour of the charming town of Peja and its Ethnological Museum where you will immerse yourself in the traditional life of the twentieth century kosovars.

Inclusions: Your guide, Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner

We start our adventure in welcoming Kosovo, at the heart of the Balkans, walking & exploring the most notable’s sights for several days. In Kosovo the influence of east and west is intertwined, Christianity coexists with Islam. A place with a difficult history that was ruled by the Roman Empire, various Byzantine kingdoms and the Ottoman Empire. After World War remained under the rule of Yugoslavia till 1999, when after the NATO bombing came under the international protectorate. From 2008, Kosovo is an independent state. Since the ancient times until the middle ages, it was known as Dardania and included the territories of Northern Macedonia and Southern Serbia today. Kosovo is a country of geographical and cultural contrasts with a thousand years old diverse cultural heritage. There are nearly 11,000 km² and around 1.8 million inhabitants, a mixed population of which the majority are ethnic Albanians.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch

Exclusions: Airline tickets;Travel insurance;Tips for local staff; Alcoholic beverages or soft drinks.

Famous for its unique style and culture, Prizren is one of the most important cities in the History of Kosovo. It is the city where the Ancient History get fused with Medieval times, Ottoman invasion and plenty of Balkans wars. Lied in the both sides of “Lumbardhi” River (White River) and above the Prizreni’s castle this Noble city is the place when different ethnics and religions are living in harmony with each other from centuries. Prizren is the city that everyone falls in love with !

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel & Road Taxes, Tour Guide, All Fees and Taxes, Hotel Pick Up / Drop Of

Exclusions: Lunch, Any Private Expenses

Visit the newborn country and it's Cultural Capital Prizren, with its charming mosque- and church-filled old town shines with an enthusiasm that's infectious. Walkthrough the old town and enjoy the Ottoman architecture. Go inside Sinan Pasha Mosque dating from 1615, the Sinan Pasha Mosque is the most important in Prizren, and it sits right at the heart of the old town, overlooking the river and the town's Ottoman Bridge. Hike up from Prizren's old town to the Castle for the superb views over the city and on into the distance Visit Albanian League of Prizren -In the late 19th century the Albanian League was established in Prizren to push for greater rights for the town's Albanian community. Visit the St George Cathedral and take your free time to enjoy the atmosphere of the city meanwhile you are having a cafe close to the stone bridge Guided Tour History&Culture Heritage&Architecture Religious Customized tour ( you can customize this tour )

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Driver/Guide

Exclusions: Lunch, Personal Expenses

Visiting Kosovo from Skopje – daily trip to Kosovo from Skopje and visit there major city Pristina, one of UNESCO protection – monastery Gracanica. Second city in Kosovo with rich history, traditional handicraft shops and gastronomic pleasures open museum – Prizren…

Inclusions: Private tour, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Walking tours, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Drinks, Food and drinks, Gratuities, Entrance tickets at Monastery Gracanica

Are you ready to witness the differences between the modern, lively and vibrant Pristina on one hand and the authentic, picturesque and traditional Prizren on other?  This private full-day trip to the two main points to visit on Kosovo, will allow you discover the best kept secret on the Balkans – Kosovo! In only just about hour and a half drive from Skopje, you are given the chance to visit UNESCO World Heritage Site, triumph of Byzantine architecture, the Gracanica Monastery, then visit the capital Pristina, where you get to see the old and new sites of the city, the old bazaar, mosques, museums, sculptures and monuments … Next, you will be heading towards the “cultural” capital, Prizren, the town that has been around since the 11th century, the town of mosques and churches…an open air museum. Grab some time to enjoy among the many cafes and restaurants nestled around the Shadervan! What you definitely shouldn’t miss is trying some of the tasty, local bites all around you!

Inclusions: Hotel (or any location of your preference in Skopje) pick-up and drop-off, English speaking driver/guide, All transfers with comfortable A/C car or minivan

Exclusions: Meals and drinks, Entrance tickets for places to be visited, Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities