Overview
Tucked away in a little visited corner of Europe lie Albania, Kosovo and Macedonia, three charming and delightful countries that few people know much about. For years Albania was a closed society, ruled by the iron fist of Communism, but since the end of the Cold War it has been showing curious travelers its many charms, while as Europe’s newest nation, Kosovo is best known for its terrible war in the last years of the 20th century – not the best image for outsiders to have of it. The location of these countries between some of Europe’s most important empires has left them well endowed with a wealth of attractions from the Illyrian (Albanian ancestors), Greek, Roman and Ottoman eras. The region is home to a wealth of old Turkish architecture which sits side by side with elaborately decorated Orthodox churches and from more recent times the civic buildings of Communist Yugoslavia, as well as impressive Roman ruins and well preserved historic towns.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Arrival and departure transfers, and all other transfers as per itinerary
- Entrance fees for sites listed as part of the itinerary
- English speaking tour leader/manager
- All accommodation on twin share basis
- International flights
- Any airport taxes
- Travel Insurance
- Visas
- Drinks
- Local guides (can be provided upon request)
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
Tirana–Airport transfer.
1 Stop
Tirana - Kruja – Lezha – Shkoder .
4 Stops
Koman Lake –Junik - Gjakova – Rahovec Vinery - Prizren
2 Stops
Monastery of Decan (UNESCO) - Peja - Boge.
3 Stops
Pristina
1 Stop
Skopje
1 Stop
Tetova - Ohrid (UNESCO)
2 Stops
Ohrid. (Bitola - optional)
1 Stop
Voskopoje - Korce
2 Stops
Gjirokastra (UNESCO)
1 Stop
Butrint (UNESCO) – Saranda
1 Stop
Himara – Vlora
2 Stops
Apollonia (UNESCO candidate) – Berat (UNESCO)
2 Stops
Durres – Tirana.
2 Stops
Departure –Tirana Airport.
1 Stop
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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).
- Breakfast.
- Dinner.
- Lunch.
- Arrival and departure transfers, and all other transfers as per itinerary.
- Entrance fees for sites listed as part of the itinerary.
- English speaking tour leader/manager.
- All accommodation on twin share basis.
- International flights.
- Any airport taxes.
- Travel Insurance.
- Visas.
- Drinks.
- Local guides (can be provided upon request).
The minimum age to participate is 18..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Hidden Europe Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hidden Europe Tour 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
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Arrival and departure transfers, and all other transfers as per itinerary
- Entrance fees for sites listed as part of the itinerary
- English speaking tour leader/manager
- All accommodation on twin share basis
- International flights
- Any airport taxes
- Travel Insurance
- Visas
- Drinks
- Local guides (can be provided upon request)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
