From Skopje: Kosovo in a Day – Prishtina, Monastery & Bears

4.9
(25 reviews)

9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

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, dive into the lively city of Prishtina with a guided walking tour. Explore the iconic National Library, famous for its unique lattice-covered brutalist design, and visit the modern Cathedral of Mother Teresa, a symbol of hope and peace.

Finish your day with 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. Feeling hungry? Take an optional stop at a traditional restaurant before heading back to Skopje, filled with memories and new friendships.

What's Included

Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please come 15 minutes before. Take cash with you. If the certain number of participants is not reached the tour will be reschedule

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Discover Kosovo on a guided day trip from Skopje. Learn about the local culture and find out why the Balkan people are considered to be one of the most friendliest people in Europe. Start with pickup at the Museum of the Macedonian Struggle for Independence in Skopji in the morning. Relax on the scenic drive to the UNESCO-listed Gracanica Monastery. Admire its Serbo-Byzantine style and its Medieval Serbian art. Continue to Prishtina and begin a guided walking tour. Visit the National library of Kosovo which is covered in lattices and designed in a unique brutalist style. Go inside the modern Cathedral of Mother Theresa. Finally, head to the a local bear sanctuary to see some brown bears. Hear about what life is like for these majestic creatures. Have the option to stop and purchase lunch at a traditional restaurant before returning to your meeting point in Skopje.

    1 hour 40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Step back in time as you explore the medieval art in the Gracanica Monastery

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    Capture incredible pictures as you explore the biggest bear sanctuary in Europe.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
Supplied by Skopje Tours by Inex

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