7 Day Tour of Albania, North Macedonia & Kosovo
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Travel in the Balkans with this Tour of Albania, North Macedonia, and Kosovo. Explore a vibrant region with beautiful nature, glorious heritage, and warm-hearted people.
Feel welcomed as nowhere else in Europe, where the guest is respected like no one else. Isolated for many years because of the Communist Regimes, the Balkans are turning into one of the most interesting tourist destinations in Europe.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Berat
Tirana - Durres - Berat Kickoff your Visit Balkans tour with a departure from Tirana at 09:00 and drive toward Durrës, one of Albania’s oldest cities, located on the Adriatic coast. Known as an “Open Book of History”, Durrës reflects 25 centuries of civilization. Founded as a Greek colony, the city has witnessed many glorious moments throughout its long history — many of which can still be seen today. Enjoy a city tour of Durrës, including visits to the Roman Amphitheater, the Medieval Market, and other historical landmarks. After exploring Durrës, continue the journey toward Berat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often referred to as the “City of a Thousand Windows”. Berat is a perfect example of Ottoman architecture blended with cultural influences. Explore the three historic neighborhoods of Kala, Mangalem, and Gorica, including the Orthodox Monastery “Dormition of Saint Mary” and the Onufri Museum of Iconography. Overnight in Berat.
Saranda
Berat - Sarande - Butrint - Gjirokaster After breakfast, depart from Berat and head south toward Sarandë, a vibrant coastal city on the Albanian Riviera. Known for its turquoise waters and scenic views, Sarandë offers a brief but unforgettable stop to enjoy the seaside atmosphere. Continue to the Archaeological Park of Butrint, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Albania’s most important archaeological sites. Once a Greek colony and later a Roman city, Butrint has been inhabited since prehistoric times and holds ruins from multiple civilizations. Along the way, enjoy panoramic views of the famous Three Islands of Ksamil, one of the most breathtaking sights along the Ionian coast. Following the visit to Butrint, return to Sarandë for lunch before continuing your journey toward Gjirokastër. Arrive in the Old Town of Gjirokastër for an overnight.
What‘s Included
Entry Tickets as per Itienerary
6 Nights of Accomodationos + Breakfast
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional Tour Guide
Dinner
Lunch
Alcoholic Beverages
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Group - 3 guests required
Pickup included
Private Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Broad Coverage of 3 Countries for Short Time and Reasonable Cost
FayEjercito,Jun 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have completed our tour and have enjoyed immensely. Endri was a very well-informed, patient guide. The program was excellent. We were happy to have covered many varied places in a small amount of time. It deepened our understanding of Albania/NMacedonia/Kosovo culture and history. Our restaurants were well-chosen. We were happy to enjoy hot meals in beautiful places for reasonable prices. We also highly appreciated the locations of all our accommodations. They were always accessible to the city center which was a big plus when we go out for our walking tours or when we are on our own. I recommend Go as Local to any of my friends who ask about travelling to this part of the world.
Albania, N Macedonia & Kosovo - a lovely adventure!
danid7,Apr 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour company who catered the trip to what we wanted to see & do. Our guide, Endri was a wealth of knowledge & has passion for his country & this part of the world! Sindi taught us to cook traditional Albania dishes, vegetarian-style. The company members responded to our every question & were so very helpful before, during & even after the trip. It was an incredible journey, run by knowledgeable & helpful people!
Eleven day tour of Albania, North Macedonia, and Kosovo
Jmh1958,Jul 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took a similar but longer tour of Albania, North Macedonia and Kosovo with Go as Local in late May to early June 2024. We arranged a tour for the two of us (two female friends in our late 60's) with Andi from GAL. There were some hiccups in the planning portion- arranging money transfers, for example. Andi was helpful at every phase of planning though he was very busy with a growing business. We began our tour in Tirania and were able to customize our trip from the published itinerary. We had the same driver, Engjell, for the entirety of our 11 day tour. He was professional, flexible, knowledgeable and energetic. He went the extra mile to assure our tour was memorable. He arranged kayaking in Matka Canyon and biking in Lake Ohrid. He bought fruit from local farmers to share each day. He even collected my delayed luggage from a hotel many miles away after it was left there in error. Driving in each country is a 'contact sport' but we felt safe as Engjell navigated very heavy traffic and some crazy drivers. This area of the Balkans was a revelation. There is much history and diversity of landscape- Mountains, lakes, the sea, forests, ancient churches and mosques. The scenery and architecture is stunning. Andi arranged for very nice hotels and each served a hot breakfast, typically with great coffee. We especially loved our lodging in Gjirokaster, Voskopoje, and Theth. This is an area where development is coming so I'm glad we were able to see these countries at this time. Albania is a mostly cash economy- both Lek and Euros- though ATMs were usually available. We were able to use credit cards in North Macedonia and Kosovo. I hope to return to Albania to spend more time in the north of the country and beach areas- both lakes and the Albanian Riveria. I will use Go as Local again.
A tour not to be missed
Staffan N,Jul 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was wonderful. Firstly the communication before booking was exceptional and left us very confident this was the right tour for us. Hotels top notch right in the heart of every city. Our guide was very knowledgeable but more importantly flexible if we wished to move things around. Finally the friendliness and hospitality of the local people who embraced us and made us welcome at every stop. And did I mention the amazing local food. Don’t think about it, do it before these countries become overrun with tourists.
Excellent Tour
tromer1andrew,Apr 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I booked the 7-day private tour of Albania, N. Macedonia and Kosovo. Communication was excellent as I was putting my trip together. Andi was very prompt replying back to my questions and kept in touch prior to my departure for Tirana. On the day the tour started my driver, Engjell, was right on time picking me up from the hotel. We spent the next seven days touring the areas described in the itinerary and was not disappointed. Engjell explained the history of the places we visited and that was really important to me. I had many questions and he had many good answers. He was also a very careful driver which made me feel good. The hotels booked for me were wonderful. Most of them, not all, were small local establishments with three or four rooms. The rooms were perfect for a solo traveler and all included breakfast. My three favorite hotels were in Shkoder, Berat and Gjirokastër. The restaurants recommended by Engjell were great. I asked Go As Local if I could end my tour in Shkoder as I wanted to spend a few days there. No problem as they made changes to the tour to allow this. I took the local bus back to Tirana from Shkoder. I would highly recommend touring with Go As Local. The tour and communication were great and the staff very professional. I highly recommend.
Fantastic experience, giving the highlights of Albania, North Macedonia and Kosovo!
Andrew G,Mar 23, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a wonderful 7-day tour of various towns and cities in Albania, North Macedonia and Kosovo. Our guide (also driver), Daniel, was very knowledgeable and friendly, and did a great job of tailoring the trip to our interests. We found the timings to be perfect - just enough time in each place to get a flavour; it never felt rushed. The hotels that were provided by the tour operator were excellent - always well located and often with great views. This tour exceeded our expectations - highly recommended!
Tour of Albania .North Macedonia and and Kosovo
664mangalap,Mar 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were very pleased with our 7 day tour Albania ,North Macedonia and Kosovo. All our concerns were addressed prior to our tour ,We had an excellent driver guide ,He was planning all the sightseeing .He was a competent driver, especially driving the mountains and hairpin bends.He stopped for pictures and helped with useful suggestions on shopping and dinner choices of restaurants .I would give this tour and excellent 5 star review.
The best 7 days private tour !
In S,Jan 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The best experience around the Balkans! We jyst returned from a 7 days tour with Daniel and it was just amazing. A wanderful, private trip on the western Balkans. Everything was perfectly organized , starting from the hotels, attranlctions ane restaurant. One of the best tours we have had so far!
A delightful discovery in the Balkans
52BarbaraR,Nov 4, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I took the 7-day Go as Local 7-day private tour of Albania, North Macedonia and Kosovo in October, 2023. We had a marvelous and memorable trip and saw lots of impressive well-preserved ancient ruins, scenic cities and towns with cultural and historical significance, gorgeous uncrowded seaside areas, stunning rugged mountains, massive areas of deep green forest, beautiful churches and mosques and intriguing historical sites. Our tour guide Endri was fantastic! He was unfailingly courteous and considerate, provided pertinent information on all of the places we visited, was an excellent driver, and had a diverse background so there were always topics to discuss as we drove along. The car was comfortable and reliable, and the food was delicious, economical and plentiful especially the included breakfasts each morning. Be prepared for lots of uphill and downhill walking on cobblestones or gravel when visiting the many castles and ruins, most of which are situated above the towns they protected in ancient days. Fall is an excellent time of year to visit - not too hot in the daytime and cool at night. There were no safety concerns and we felt safe walking around on our own in the evenings. Andi, the owner of Go as Local, was friendly, cordial and easy to reach through WhatsApp and he responded promptly to our questions as we were planning our trip. He made sure our trip was well-organized and met our expectations. We strongly recommend this tour if you have an interest in this enjoyable and appealing off-the-beaten-path part of Europe – it’s uncrowded, affordable, attractive, welcoming to visitors and is genuinely authentic to its deep roots, long and varied history and diverse cultural influences.
Wonderful experinece of the Balkans
ulrikem724,Oct 17, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I choose this trip as a good way to explore the western Balkans and totallu convinced I would say that it was the best choice. We were in comunication with Andi through the emails, making our reservation smooth and comfortable. He was also with us during the tour and we can definently say he
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