Kosovo and North Macedonia in 2 Days from Sofia

The first destination will be Skopje - the capital of North Macedonia. After approximately 3 and a half hours guided trip we will reach the city. During the long drive, you will learn the Bulgarian point of view regarding the history of the region. Then you will have two hours guided tour of the city made by a Macedonian guide. You will have the chance to hear the stories about Yugoslavia and the modern way of life in the country from a local, which will make your experience truly worthy. In addition, you will compare the two historical interpretations and make your own conclusions. The highlights you will visit are the Old fortress, Sultan Murat Mosques and the Old Bazaar, where we will have the chance to see Caravanserais (inns) from the Ottoman period when Skopje was one of the main trade centers on the Balkans.

opje from where you will have the chance to admire the stunning view of the city.

om the Middle ages and start our exploration of the new part of the city.

There we will admire the biggest statue of Alexander the Great and his father Phillip II. You will stop and learn the history of the ancient Macedonians and the adventures of their rulers.

She is the most famous person born in Skopje. Her work and contribution to the world deserve huge respect. In the house museum, you will learn about her story and will track her life by the big photography collection. The walking part of the tour will finish at the Gate Macedonia (newly built triumphal arch). With this, our exploration of Skopje will finish and you will have 1,5 hours for lunch and rest before we continue our journey to the capital of Kosovo- Pristina.

Then we will start our walking tour of the city. Our first stop will be the Pristina National Library, completed in 1982 when Kosovo was part of Yugoslavia. The library is keeping valuable books and documents some of which date to the 15th century. An interesting fact is that it is ranked at the top of the ugliest architectural structures in Europe.

Due to her Albanian origin, she is a highly prized person in Kosovo.

It has been constructed by Sultan Mehmed II the conqueror of Constantinople.

We will reach the city after 1,5 hours drive - at approximately 20:00 pm. We will enjoy tasty traditional food for dinner and overnight in the historical part of the city.

We will explore the charming city with its narrow cobblestone streets and authentic Ottoman buildings. Our first stop will be Mahmet Pasha Hamam, built during the 16th century.

re we'll have the chance to admire the picturesque view of the old part of the city and the surrounding nature.

You will be able to take a look at the nice souvenir shops that surround the mosque.

igh above the city from where wonderful views will reveal. You will hear the history of the site which keeps the memory of long lost cultures and peoples. This is the last site that we will visit in Prizren. Then we will go back to Skopje (which will take approx. 2.5 hours drive) where we will have some time to relax and have lunch. At 15:00 we will head back to Sofia, where you will be dropped off at the location you want.