Semi-Private Tour of North Macedonia: Ohrid & Struga from Tirana
Overview
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Visit the UNESCO world heritage site of Ohrid in North Macedonia in this small group tour from Tirana, Albania.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tips are not a must in Albania or the Balkans, however, our recommendation is to tip the tour leader/driver as an international practice to tip good service.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tirana
Our professional tour leader will pick you up at your hotel in Tirana and depart towards North Macedonia.
Struga
Struga (N. Macedonia) will be our first stop. We will have a quick drink by the beautiful source of Drini River, one of the longest in Western Balkans.
What‘s Included
Petrol
Private transportation
Tourist taxes, Road taxes, International car insurance
Professional tour leader
Hotel pick up and Hotel drop off in Tirana
Entry tickets for the ‘’will be visited’’ sites
Lunch, Drinks & Snacks
Personal spending, Souvenirs
Everything that is not mentioned in the included
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Private Day Tour
Private Day Tour
Pickup included
Day tour of Ohrid from Tirana
Pickup included
Reviews
170 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Altin - bringing the Balkans to life .
Aakash1977,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an incredible private tour experience with Altin, who guided me through Struga and Ohrid. From the very beginning, it was clear that he is exceptionally knowledgeable and passionate about what he does. What truly stood out was the depth of his historical insight. Altin didn’t just point out landmarks—he brought the region to life. He walked me through the rich history spanning from the Illyrian era, through the legacy of Skanderbeg, and into the Roman and Byzantine periods, explaining how these influences contributed to what can essentially be seen as the roots of Albanian identity. His ability to connect these eras in a meaningful and engaging way made the experience feel like a living history lesson. He also provided a thoughtful and balanced perspective on more recent history, explaining how various Slavic countries navigated the challenges of war and communism. It added an important layer of context to everything we saw and discussed. On top of that, the Choose Balkans arranged a Mercedes E-Class for my private tour, which made the entire experience even more comfortable and enjoyable.
Fantastic experience in Ohrin with Altin!
Justin S,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful trip to Struga and Ohrin, thanks to our fantastic driver and guide, Altin! He was extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and ensured our comfort and safety throughout our journey! The return trek is not for the faint of heart, with navigating and traversing on such twisty, winding roads, but Altin was a true champion! Further, I appreciated the clear communication of pick-up point, and I he fact that he was there waiting for us, with a smile. We experienced beautiful weather and stunning views from the castle, and monastery. There is a significant amount of walking across uneven terrain, so please be mindful, and choose this trip accordingly based on your walking/fitness abilities. It is a full day activity, but incredibly worth it!
Phenomenal tour of Ohrid with Ilir!
Kristin G,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour of Lake Ohrid was one of the highlights of our trip. The lake area was stunning, with so much natural beauty and fascinating history. What made our tour extra-special was our guide, Ilir. We cannot say enough about his encyclopedic knowledge, infectious love of history, and all-around kindness. We took this tour at the end of our stay in Albania, and by that time we were starting to tire, but we are SO GLAD we went - we made memories that we will treasure always.
Struga and Lake Ohrid
Evelyn P,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Altin was absolutely awesome. He was a wealth of knowledge and very professional. He was very thorough in explaining the Albanian and Macedonian history to us. We enjoyed our time both in Struga and Lake Ohrid.
Worth it!
tomfernandez79,Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our “small group” turned out to be a private tour!! Worth the drive. The lake, the fort, the old town, the bazaar, all top notch. St John’s is beautiful but sadly was closed due to the caretaker having some sort of emergency. Many many churches. Do not miss St. Sofia church and its frescos. Amazing driver/guide Marco. Enjoyed typical Macedonian food with him. Highly skilled driver and he even gave us good recommendations for dinner back in Tirana
Our experience was...
Barbara D,Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our experience was amazing. Toni was the best tour guide I’ve ever experienced. He made sure we hit all the spots. He took his time with us and explained everything. He was very professional, friendly and funny.
Amazing day
MichelleLiqing Z,Jul 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00we had an amazing day. The tour guide is extremely helpful. Thank you very much, highly recommend this excursion. Michelle
Day Trip to Lake Ohrid with Ilir
Gina F,Jul 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Ilir was a very knowledgeable tour guide and did a great job showing us around Lake Ohrid. We had an amazing time!
Excellent day in North Macedonia
Traveler823832,Jun 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ermest went above and beyond to make us have an amazing day in North Macedonia. We enjoyed his company so much. Choose Balkens is such a professional tour company ensuring all their guests have an enjoyable time. I would highly recommend any tour with this company!
Great tour and reliable company
D3029ZEalisonw,Jun 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend this tour. Our guide, Ari was just great! Patient, flexible, smart. Lots of interesting info, great sites, altogether a great day. NOTE: be careful who you sign up with. I booked this trip with a different company and they cancelled at 11:30pm the night before. I contacted this group, who I also did a good food tour with, and they scrambled to make sure I could join one of their tours at the very last minute. I was sooo impressed with their coordination, communication, and customer service!!!
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