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2 Weeks in Macedonia
All 2 Week Macedonia Tours & Packages 2021/2022
Plan an amazing trip for Macedonia 2 week itinerary. Explore 22 Macedonia 2 week trips from 32 experts with 170 reviews. Classic and off the beaten path itineraries.
Plan an amazing trip for Macedonia 2 week itinerary. Explore 22 Macedonia 2 week trips from 32 experts with 170 reviews. Classic and off the beaten path itineraries.
Macedonia in 2 Weeks
Balkan Adventure
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Highlights
- 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
- 13 Breakfast (B)
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 1 Be My Guest (BMG)
- 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)
- Skopje: Spend quality time with the locals when you join an exclusive Be My Guest experience featuring local hospitality and cuisine.
- Bran: Visit the infamous mythical home of Count Dracula and favourite residence of Romanian royalty - Bran Castle.
- Bucharest: Bask in the rich history of Bucharest and its lasting legacies.
- Sinaia: Journey to the Carpathian Mountains and discover Peles Castle.
- Brasov: Journey through the medieval streets of Brasov and discover its trading history.
- Veliko Tarnovo: Discover the rich history of Veliko Tarnovo with a Local Specialist.
- Sofia: Journey to Sofia and spend the day basking in the wonders of Bulgaria's modern-day capital.
- Skopje: Join a Local Specialist on a city tour of the historic center of Skopje.
- Tirana: Meet a local resident who will show you Skanderbeg Square and walk you through their home city as they share insights into life in the Albanian capital.
- Budva: Spend the day exploring the picturesque town of Budva.
- Kotor: Spend the day discovering the wonders of Kotor.
- Mostar: Discover the magnificent coves and cliffs of the Dalmatian coast as well as the monumental Mostar Bridge.
- Sarajevo: Discover the wonders and hidden treasures of Sarajevo.
- Sarajevo: Discover the history of the Bosnian war tunnel in Sarajevo.
- Belgrade: Discover the rich history of Belgrade and all it's wonderful sights.
- : Explore Bucharest, Braşov, Veliko Târnovo, Sofia, Skopje, Tirana, Mostar, Sarajevo and Belgrade with a Local Specialist
- : Discover Kotor and Budva
- : Visit Bran Castle in Braşov, Tsaravets Fortress in Veliko Târnovo, the Church of Holy Nativity in Arbanasi, Sofia, Skopje, Tirana, Kotor, Budva, Mostar, the War Tunnel in Sarajevo and Kalmegdan Fortress in Belgrade
- : View Peleş Castle in Sinaia, St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and St. Sofia Church in Sofia, the Palace of Culture and the National Library in Tirana and the Stari Most in Mostar
- : See the Palace of Parliament in Bucharest
- Sofia: Soak up the tranquillity of the Japanese Garden and inspired interior of the Marinela Hotel, designed by renowned Japanese architect Kisho Kurokawa.
- : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- : All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- : Optional Experiences and free time
Cycle the Balkans
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Highlights
- Visit the Unesco-listed town of Ohrid in North Macedonia
- Experience the magnificent Mavrov Lake and nationalpark
- Challenge yourself against the Durmitor mountains, part of the Dinaric Alps
Kosovo, Albania & Macedonia Explorer
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- Explore the remote northern reaches of Albania and take one of the world’s best boat trips with a cruise through the mountainous corridors of Lake Koman
- Experience daily life in the Valbona Valley with a stay at a local guesthouse. Clink glasses with the locals in the village and hike the rugged valley passes.
- Sail across the blue waters of Lake Ohrid, one of Europe's oldest lakes. No wonder North Macedonia and Albania share this beautiful attraction – nobody would want to let it go.
- Kososvo is rich in history and contrasts. Step back in time and learn about the infamous Battle of Kosovo on a day trip to the Field of Blackbirds, before embracing the modern culture thriving in Prishtina, Europe’s youngest capital.
- Lose yourself in Tirana, the Albanian capital full of a revitalised urban energy, and partake in the local's favourite pastime: drinking coffee and people-watching.
Balkans Rail Adventure
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- Visit seven countries of Former Yugoslavia in just 16 days
- Experience a variety of scenic rail journeys
- Discover contrasting landscapes and cities in this lesser visited region
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- Enjoy the most delicious food, wine and traditional music of the ‘tamburaši’ in Belgrade’s Bohemian quarter
- Find out why Sarajevo is known as "Little Jerusalem"
- Stroll down the streets of Tirana and discover the architecture of the Mussolini period
- Try to sense the will and desire of the monks who created the Meteora monasteries
- Visit the incredible complex of Acropolis in Athens and understand the importance of Greek democracy
Dubrovnik to Athens
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- Admire the World Heritage-listed architecture of Dubrovnik and Montenegro’s Kotor, climbing along their ancient city walls.
- Loose yourself in Tirana, Albania's colourful capital, and partake in the local's favourite pastime: drinking coffee and people-watching.
- Sail across the blue waters of Lake Ohrid – one of Europe's oldest lakes. No wonder North Macedonia and Albania share this beautiful attraction; nobody would want to let it go!
- Explore the endemic flora and fauna on an easy hike of Pelister: North Macedonia’s oldest national park.
- Hike the slopes of Mt Olympus, the ancient seat of the 12 Greek gods. According to mythology Zeus unleashed his thunderbolts from one of Olympus' peaks.
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- Explore the most interesting sights of Vojvodina
- Visit the Museum of Yugoslav History, a memorial complex devoted to the life
- The most beautiful cities of the Balkan Peninsula, Mostar
- Visit Skopje Sightseeing Tour
Western Balkans Uncovered
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- Sail across the blue waters of Lake Ohrid – one of Europe's oldest lakes. No wonder North Macedonia and Albania share this beautiful attraction, who would want to let it go?
- Admire the World Heritage-listed architecture of Dubrovnik (of Game of Thrones fame) and Montenegro’s Kotor as you walk along their ancient city walls.
- Sit down for a fresh farm-to-table lunch experience in Fishte in the midday Albanian sun. Enjoy local produce, wild fish and organic meat, all prepared on-site with the freshest local ingredients.
- Enjoy walking tours with local guides who have all the insider knowledge in Prizren, Berat and Tirana.
- Venture out to Matka Canyon, a deep ravine cut into the Suva mountains by the Treska River and explore this beautiful natural area on foot and by boat.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Humana Zagreb. Donations help provide job opportunities and education programs in sustainable fashion and textiles for people with disabilities.
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Ancient Macedonia
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- Exploring diverse histories and landscapes of Bulgaria, Greece, and North Macedonia.
- Marvel at UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery's unique architecture and vivid frescoes.
- Discover charming Lake Ohrid and its stunning mountainous backdrop
Treasures of the Balkans (Summer, Small Groups)
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- Bucharest: During sightseeing with your Local Expert see University Square and the former Communist Headquarters.
- Bucharest: Walk the cavernous halls of the vast Palace of Parliament, learn about the history and listen to amusing tales from your Local Expert.
- Sinaia: Witness the opulent and sumptuous decor in Peleș Castle, the fairy-tale Royal summer residence, at the foot of the Bucegi Mountains.
- Veliko Tarnovo: Ascend Tsarevets, the King's Hill, crowned by a ruined medieval citadel. Enjoy the views and imagine yourself back in the days of the Crusades when this was the capital of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom.
- Arbanasi: At the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Arbanassi, visit a traditional 17th century merchants' house and enjoy the acoustics in the Church of the Holy Nativity.
- Sofia: Sightseeing with your Local Expert takes you to St. Sofia Church, across the square from the golden domed St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and the archaeological complex, dominated by the church of St. George Rotonda.
- Skopje: Visit the capital of Macedonia with your Local Expert, explore Square Macedonia and see the Stone Bridge before walking through the Old Bazaar.
- Ohrid: Walk the cobbled, narrow streets of the Old Town.
- Tirana: Meet a local resident who will show you Skanderbeg Square and walk you through their home city as they explain what it's like to live in the Albanian capital.
- Kotor: Visit the Stari Grad, also referred to as the Old Town, perfectly positioned on a beautiful bay.
- Dubrovnik: Explore the Pearl of the Adriatic with your Local Expert. Walk the stone-paved streets of the Old Town to see Onofrio's Fountain, Rector's Palace and the medieval city walls. Admire the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries.
- Mostar: Learn the history and symbolic significance of Stari Most and explore the old town with your Local Expert.
- Belgrade: A Local Expert will show you St. Sava Church, Terazije Street, the national museum, national theater, Republic Square and the Kalemegdan Fortress.
- Bran: Learn about the story of the infamous Count Dracula during a private after-hours visit of Bran Castle, followed by dinner.
- Sarajevo: Meet an expert of the Bosnian War for a visit to Sarajevo's Tunnel of Hope and hear a first-hand account of when the city was under siege for 44 months. Alternatively, take a nature walk to the spring of the Bosna River, a picturesque park just beyond the city.
- Dubrovnik: Visit the workshop of Deša, an organization founded following the Siege of Dubrovnik to help refugees and women who were victims of violence. They have grown to be an important educational center, workshop and an advocate for women’s rights. Through its meaningful work Deša continues to act as a safe space for women to support one another, provides training opportunities and sponsors the revival of traditional crafts. This experience advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality.
- Sarajevo: Take a nature walk to the spring of the Bosna River, a protected park just beyond the city, led by a conservation guide.
- Bucharest: Join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for your Welcome Dinner served with wine.
- Dubrovnik: You will be offered a varied selection of charming restaurants to choose from for your Dine-Around Evening.
- Sarajevo: You are invited into a Sarajevan family home for a dinner and drinks. Savor the warm hospitality and authentic cuisine as you hear inspirational stories about their culture.
- Sarajevo: Experience authentic Bosnian coffee and learn about the traditional ritual of coffee preparation.
- Optional - Choose between two carefully selected activities
- Optional - Sarajevo: Take a nature walk to the spring of the Bosna River, a protected park just beyond the city, led by a conservation guide.
- Optional - Sarajevo: Meet an expert of the Bosnian War for a visit to Sarajevo's Tunnel of Hope and hear a first-hand account of when the city was under siege for 44 months. Alternatively, take a nature walk to the spring of the Bosna River, a picturesque park just beyond the city.
Undiscovered Balkans
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Itinerary Focus:
Highlights
- Discover the history and incredible scenery of Albania, North Macedonia, Kosovo
- Walk through the dramatic Valbona Valley surrounded by the jagged peaks of the Accursed Mountains
- Explore Lake Orhid, this glistening lake boasting many cultural monuments including the Saint Naum Monastery
Split to Skopje Real Food Adventure
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Highlights
- Take a day trip to the island of Brac and indulge in the finest organic olive oils from the largest olive grove in Croatia, followed by a sugared walnut cake that has become ‘a protected item of intangible heritage’!
- Experience an authentic taste of the Balkans and a look at local life when you dine in family homes in Ohrid, Lake Prespa and Dihovo.
- See behind the scenes of local produce when you visit a centuries-old smokehouse, an olive mill, an apple farm and meet a local beekeeper for a honey tasting.
- Learn how to make a hand-formed pasta shape in a local konoba, before cooking and eating your creation with lunch.
- Visit iconic Croatian cities Split and Dubrovnik and explore the stunning landscapes and charming cities of the Balkans, discovering the legendary Rozafa Fortress.
Treasures of the Balkans (Summer, Classic)
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Itinerary Focus:
Highlights
- Bucharest: During sightseeing with your Local Expert see University Square and the former Communist Headquarters.
- Bucharest: Walk the cavernous halls of the vast Palace of Parliament, learn about the history and listen to amusing tales from your Local Expert.
- Sinaia: Witness the opulent and sumptuous decor in Peleș Castle, the fairy-tale Royal summer residence, at the foot of the Bucegi Mountains.
- Veliko Tarnovo: Ascend Tsarevets, the King's Hill, crowned by a ruined medieval citadel. Enjoy the views and imagine yourself back in the days of the Crusades when this was the capital of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom.
- Arbanasi: At the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Arbanassi, visit a traditional 17th century merchants' house and enjoy the acoustics in the Church of the Holy Nativity.
- Sofia: Sightseeing with your Local Expert takes you to St. Sofia Church, across the square from the golden domed St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and the archaeological complex, dominated by the church of St. George Rotonda.
- Skopje: Visit the capital of Macedonia with your Local Expert, explore Square Macedonia and see the Stone Bridge before walking through the Old Bazaar.
- Ohrid: Walk the cobbled, narrow streets of the Old Town.
- Tirana: Meet a local resident who will show you Skanderbeg Square and walk you through their home city as they explain what it's like to live in the Albanian capital.
- Kotor: Visit the Stari Grad, also referred to as the Old Town, perfectly positioned on a beautiful bay.
- Dubrovnik: Explore the Pearl of the Adriatic with your Local Expert. Walk the stone-paved streets of the Old Town to see Onofrio's Fountain, Rector's Palace and the medieval city walls. Admire the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries.
- Mostar: Learn the history and symbolic significance of Stari Most and explore the old town with your Local Expert.
- Belgrade: A Local Expert will show you St. Sava Church, Terazije Street, the national museum, national theater, Republic Square and the Kalemegdan Fortress.
- Bran: Learn about the story of the infamous Count Dracula during a private after-hours visit of Bran Castle, followed by dinner.
- Sarajevo: Meet an expert of the Bosnian War for a visit to Sarajevo's Tunnel of Hope and hear a first-hand account of when the city was under siege for 44 months. Alternatively, take a nature walk to the spring of the Bosna River, a picturesque park just beyond the city.
- Dubrovnik: Visit the workshop of Deša, an organization founded following the Siege of Dubrovnik to help refugees and women who were victims of violence. They have grown to be an important educational center, workshop and an advocate for women’s rights. Through its meaningful work Deša continues to act as a safe space for women to support one another, provides training opportunities and sponsors the revival of traditional crafts. This experience advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality.
- Sarajevo: Take a nature walk to the spring of the Bosna River, a protected park just beyond the city, led by a conservation guide.
- Bucharest: Join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for your Welcome Dinner served with wine.
- Dubrovnik: You will be offered a varied selection of charming restaurants to choose from for your Dine-Around Evening.
- Sarajevo: You are invited into a Sarajevan family home for a dinner and drinks. Savor the warm hospitality and authentic cuisine as you hear inspirational stories about their culture.
- Sarajevo: Experience authentic Bosnian coffee and learn about the traditional ritual of coffee preparation.
- Optional - Choose between two carefully selected activities
- Optional - Sarajevo: Take a nature walk to the spring of the Bosna River, a protected park just beyond the city, led by a conservation guide.
- Optional - Sarajevo: Meet an expert of the Bosnian War for a visit to Sarajevo's Tunnel of Hope and hear a first-hand account of when the city was under siege for 44 months. Alternatively, take a nature walk to the spring of the Bosna River, a picturesque park just beyond the city.
Highlights of Greek Islands & Balkans
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- Explore the picturesque hillside city set along the shores of Lake Ohrid in the Republic of Macedonia
- Visit the National History Museum
- Visit the small village of Dhoksat
- Visit a traditional Albanian village
- Explore the stunning ruins of Butrint, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Enjoy a hike around the foot of legendary mountain where Alexander the Great made sacrifices before setting off to conquer the world
The Grand Balkan
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- Delve into Lake Bled and its mountainous surroundings and spectacular scenery
- Explore the baroque town buildings and richly painted churches city tour of Ljubljana
- Spend time at Plitvice Lake, exploring a series of gorgeous lakes and waterfalls
- Discover the historic city of Dubrovnik, located on the stunning Adriatic Coast
- See the ancient and picturesque Montenegrin cities of Budva and Kotor
- Visit the fascinating country of Albania and tour the capital city of Tirana
- Tour the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ohrid and the eclectic capital city of Skopje in Macedonia
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- Enjoy your visit to romantic Peles Castle, former summer residence of Romania's first royal family
- Visit the Patriarchal church of Bucharest, the center of Romanian Orthodox faith
- Special dinner with a guest lecturer who enlightens you on Romania's turbulent history
- At a beautiful 17th century Bulgarian church, attend a performance by an esteemed local choir
- Walk along the cobbled streets of Plovdiv, a millennial town with a tumultuous history
- Ascend to the 10th century Rila Monastery, proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Explore the historic streets of Skopje’s Old Town, stopping at the House of Mother Teresa
- Wine tasting and vineyard tour in Stobi, a city in the Republic of North Macedonia at the crossroads of civilization
- Discover lively Tirana, the beating heart of Albania, with its vibrant café culture and funky art
- Visit Kruje, where the hero Skanderbeg defended Albania from the Ottomans
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Highlights
- Enjoy an extended visit to romantic Peles Castle, former summer residence of Romania's first royal family
- Visit the Patriarchal church of Bucharest, considered one of the most beautiful cathedrals of Romania
- Special dinner with a guest lecturer who enlightens you on Romania's turbulent history
- At a beautiful 17th century Bulgarian church, a magical performance by an esteemed local choir
- Walk along the cobbled streets of Plovdiv, Europe's oldest city
- Ascend to the 10th century Rila Monastery, proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Explore the historic streets of Skopje’s Old Town, stopping at the House of Mother Teresa
- Wine tasting and vineyard tour in Stobi, a city in the Republic of North Macedonia at the crossroads of civilization
- Discover lively Tirana, the beating heart of Albania, with its vibrant café culture and funky art
- Visit Kruje, where the hero Skanderbeg defended Albania from the Ottomans
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