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Essential Kosova
10 days/9 nights

2009 Tour Dates:
Anytime. Contact us and let us know when you'd like to go.

In 2009 we are pleased to introduce a new tour to Kosova. Kosova declared its independence from Serbia in February 2009. This landlocked region was a part of the lands of Thraco-Illyrian tribes, then of the Roman, Byzantine, Bulgarian, Serbian, and Ottoman empires. In the 20th century it was part of the Kingdom of Serbia and its successor state Yugoslavia. Kosova borders Albania to the west, Central Serbia to the north and east, the Republic of Macedonia to the south, and Montenegro to the northwest.

Day 1
Arrival at Mother Theresa Airport and transfer to your hotel in Tirana for dinner and overnight. (D)

Day 2
After breakfast drive to Durres. This busy port city has one of the largest Roman amphitheaters in the Balkans. Durres is one of the oldest Roman cities in the Mediterranean and the largest seaport in Albania. After our visits we drive to Berat, the oldest settlement in Albania. Its castles and fort date back more than 2400 years. Visit the Old Quarter and the Icon Museum. Overnight in Berat. (B, L, D)

Day 3
Morning departure from Berat via Elbasan for a short journey to Pogradec and Drillon Park on the shores of Lake Ohrid. After crossing the border into Macedonia, visit the Monastery of St. Naum and the springs of the lake. Then drive towards Ohrid town on the opposite shores of this beautiful lake for overnight (B, L, D)

Day 4
After visits to the 11 century castle and other important ancient churches and schools of Ohrid, afternoon at leisure and for shopping. Overnight in Ohrid. (B, L, D).

Day 5
Drive to the newly recognized "Republic of Kosova." Our first stop is in Prizren, once the medieval capital of "Old Serbia." More than 65 historical structures and 600 historical artifacts remain, from the time the city was part of the Roman Empire. We will visit the city fortress and "League of Prizren" museum. Tour of the Monastery of Holy Arch Angel, built in the 14th century, which at one time boasted its own library, hospital, and shops as well as the main church. Later drive on for overnight in Gjakova. (B, L, D).

Day 6
Visits in Gjakova, a city established in the early 17th century. Tours of the old bazaar with over 800 shops, traditional Albanian homes and Gjakova museum. After lunch, drive to Decan to visit the largest medieval church in the Balkans containing the most extensive preserved fresco decoration. The monastery was established in a chestnut grove by King Stefan Decanski in 1327 and is part of the World Heritage List, citing its frescoes as "one of the most valued examples of the so-called Palaeologan renaissance in Byzantine painting." Drive to Peja for overnight. (B, L, D)

Day 7
After breakfast visit the Patriarchate of Peja. It is a complex of churches and the spiritual seat and mausoleum of the Serbian archbishops and patriarchs. Later drive to Gracanica and visit its monastery constructed in 1321, part of the UNESCO's World Heritage List. Later drive to Prishtina, Kosova's capital, and overnight close to Vushtri. (B, L, D)

Day 8
Visit the tomb of the Turkish sultan and drive on to Kukes, Albania to end up in Shkodra for overnight. (B, L, D)

Day 9
Early morning visit Rozafa Castle, which offers wonderful views from its citadel, Mesi Bridge and Leaden Mosque. Drive to Kruja to end up in Tirana for overnight. (B, L, D)

Day 10
Breakfast and transfer to airport for departure (B)

TOUR PRICE:

Land Cost Per Person:
(double occupancy)

6 - 8 travelers: $2005.00
3 - 5 travelers: $3003.00
2 travelers: $4080.00

Single supplement: $380.00

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Price Includes:

Hotel and breakfast (tourist class and better hotels)
Other meals (where indicated)
Services of driver and guide throughout
Entrance fees
Airport transfer

Price Does Not Include:

Airfare (unless otherwise arranged)
Departure and custom fees
Gratuities and individual daily expenses
Additional beverages
Travel insurance
Trip cancellation
Medical and luggage insurance are recommended for coverage against all unforeseen circumstances

Payment and Refund Policies

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