From Skopje: Kosovo in a Day – Prishtina, Monastery & Bears
Overview
Discover the heart of Kosovo on this guided day trip from Skopje and meet the warmest people in the Balkans.
Your journey starts with a morning pickup at the Museum of the Macedonian Struggle for Independence. Sit back and enjoy a scenic drive to the UNESCO-listed Gracanica Monastery, a masterpiece of Serbo-Byzantine architecture adorned with stunning medieval frescoes.
Next, a heartwarming visit to a local bear sanctuary, where rescued brown bears roam in a natural habitat. Learn about their stories and snap unforgettable photos.
Next, dive into the lively city of Prishtina with a driving panoramic tour followed by free time to explore the iconic National Library, famous for its unique lattice-covered brutalist design, and visit the modern Cathedral of Mother Teresa, etc.
*Don't forget to take your passport or ID card.
*Check Visa requirements before traveling!
* For Russian citizens: must have Kosovo visa to enter Kosovo (Schengen visa is not accepted)
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- Lunch
- Grachanica Monastery entrance - 5 Euros
- Prishtina Bear Sanctuary entrance - 4 Euros
Meeting Location
11-ти Март 11 March
Skopje 1000, North Macedonia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Pristina
1 hour 40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Gracanica Monastery
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bear Sanctuary Prishtina
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 21 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-222793P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Private transportation.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Parking Fees.
- Lunch.
- Grachanica Monastery entrance - 5 Euros.
- Prishtina Bear Sanctuary entrance - 4 Euros.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 1..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the From Skopje: Kosovo in a Day – Prishtina, Monastery & Bears is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for From Skopje: Kosovo in a Day – Prishtina, Monastery & Bears will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- Lunch
- Grachanica Monastery entrance - 5 Euros
- Prishtina Bear Sanctuary entrance - 4 Euros
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 21 travelers
