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South East Balkans Tour through Egnatia Route
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Europe Explorer Grand Tour “Egnatia Route” is the best possibility for travelers looking for a special experience of South East Balkans’ culture, nature, history, traditions, multi-ethnicity, multi-religion, etc. It is a tailor made program trying to optimize all “must see'' places for Albania, North Macedonia, Greece, Turkey, Bulgaria and Kosova. We have intentionally named ‘Egnatia Route’ as it has been the main and only way to connect the west part of Europe (Rome) to Durres - Illyrian (Balkan) Peninsula with the East (Kostandinopoja) part of it to continue to Silk Road via Asia Minor. This route became famous in Roman Empire time and was called ‘Via Egnatia’. Where part of ancient bridge...
Highlights
14 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
14 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Transportation: Air Conditioned modern van/minibus/bus and other transportation listed in itinerary.
English speaking tour leader/manager
Breakfast: Daily breakfast. All others meals not listed are at your expense.
Hotel: Accommodation 3* hotels on double occupancy in good locations of respective cities/places.
Admission/entry Fees
A mandatory service fee for tour guide/bus driver (min. 5-7 Euro /day per person)
Lunch and Dinner charges (if applicable)
Everything not mentioned in “Inclusions”
Local guides (can be provided upon request) and require extra charge
Travel insurance, visa fees (if applicable)
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Most travelers can participate
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Not wheelchair accessible
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This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Infants must sit on laps
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Europe Explorer Grand Tour “Egnatia Route” is the best possibility for travelers looking for a special experience of South East Balkans’ culture, nature, history, traditions, multi-ethnicity, multi-religion, etc. It is a tailor made program trying to optimize all “must see'' places for Albania, North Macedonia, Greece, Turkey, Bulgaria and Kosova. We have intentionally named ‘Egnatia Route’ as it has been the main and only way to connect the west part of Europe (Rome) to Durres - Illyrian (Balkan) Peninsula with the East (Kostandinopoja) part of it to continue to Silk Road via Asia Minor. This route became famous in Roman Empire time and was called ‘Via Egnatia’. Where part of ancient bridge...
Highlights
14 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
14 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Transportation: Air Conditioned modern van/minibus/bus and other transportation listed in itinerary.
English speaking tour leader/manager
Breakfast: Daily breakfast. All others meals not listed are at your expense.
Hotel: Accommodation 3* hotels on double occupancy in good locations of respective cities/places.
Admission/entry Fees
A mandatory service fee for tour guide/bus driver (min. 5-7 Euro /day per person)
Lunch and Dinner charges (if applicable)
Everything not mentioned in “Inclusions”
Local guides (can be provided upon request) and require extra charge
Travel insurance, visa fees (if applicable)
Itinerary
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Tirane – Elbasan - Ohrid (UNESCO) (North Macedonia)
2 Stops
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Elbasan
After breakfast travel to Elbasan. Elbasan which was a very important city in ancient time where in Roman empire time was called “Via Egnatia” that used to connect Rome-Naples-Bari-Durres-Elbasan-Ohrid-Thessaloniki-Istanbul. City tour to visit: Elbasan Castle (dating back to 4rth Century BC), The Clock, The ethnographic Museum, Church, The Old Mosque.
1 hour
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Ohrid
Then we continue the beautiful city of Ohrid, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We visit the Sveti Naum Monastery, a beautiful site with impressive views of Lake Ohrid across to Albania. Explore its mixture of western and oriental architecture including the Orthodox Cathedral, the 11th century church of St Sofia as well as the Roman theater.
