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- Italian
On these 2 days, you will learn about the history and culture of two different countries, although neighbors at the same time with many differences. We will see how lake Ohrid, listed as Unesco World Heritage due to the fact of being one of the oldest lakes in Europe with a lot of species going extinct, is divided between Pogradec and Ohrid. The day will go fast visiting Pogradec, Monastery of Saint Naum, Ohrid, and returning to Korca.
Korca day is full of visits and plenty to learn about this small, nice town, considered to be the capital of culture and town of serenades.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1Driloni National Park
Our day will start early in the morning and will head south of Tirana, towards Pogradec, where we will make the first stop. Drilon is a nice area with water streams going to the Ohrid lake and creating a beautiful oasis with trees and water birds. Tushemisht is a small village, well known in Albania from a famous movie recorded there.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Monastery of Saint Naum
immediately after crossing the borders with Macedonia, our first stop will be at the monastery of Saint Naum located on a rock overlooking the lake and next to the black Drini natural water springs park. Ohrid lake is the oldest and the deepest in the Balkan, well-known for a special trout we call Koran, which is a protected species now.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Ohrid
We will explore the old town of Ohrid which is a UNESCO World Heritage-listed town. Our visit will start from the upper part of the town and will include (not only) the Icons Gallery, the roman amphitheater, the Plaoshnik archaeological site and more. After a scenic walk by the lake, we will end our visit to the old town of Ohrid at Sveti Sophia church. · Visit the old cathedral of Virgin Merry Perivleptusa. · Visit the Roman amphitheater. · Visit at Plaoshnik archaeological site. · Visit the mosaics at the Byzantine baptistery and basilica. · Walk to Kaneo church on the rock and the lakeside. · Visit the cathedral of Sveti Sophia.
6 hours • Admission ticket free -
4Korce
Today we will discover the town of Korca, known for its culture and history, or the little Paris of Albania. We will visit the Medieval Art Museum, a wonderful display of Byzantine Icons from the 12th century. Then we will walk in the center of Korca, visiting the pedestrian area, Orthodox Cathedral, and the Old Bazaar which is the heart of town nowadays. Trying a rakomelo (raki and honey) is a must in Korca. Korca has the oldest factory for beer production in Albania. We will try some beer and the local meatballs, for which the town is famous.
8 hours • Admission ticket free -
5Korca Old Bazaar
Visit Korca Old Bazaar, the heart of town nowadays, the testimony of past life in this rich town and full of nightlife. Korca is known for the serenades, love songs that young guys were singing to the windows of their loved girls.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Drilon, Saint Naum Monastery and Ohrid
Korca full day
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers with physical disabilities
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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