Top Pristina Half-day Tours

Head for Peja, the largest city in western Kosovo at the foot of the rugova mountains and gorges. Join the waterfall of the White Drin, walk to the summit where you will reach the caves "Sleeping Beauty" for an interior visit galleries carved for centuries by the force of the water. (20 minutes walk) Visit the Patriarchal Monastery of Peja, one of the strongholds of the Orthodox religion in the region. Admire its many well preserved frescoes as well as the calm and serene atmosphere present in this place. Guided tour of the charming town of Peja and its Ethnological Museum where you will immerse yourself in the traditional life of the twentieth century kosovars.

Head towards Gračanica, a Serbian village 10 minutes from Pristina known for its UNESCO-listed Monastery. Head towards the Visoki Decani Monastery. Monument dating from the 14th century and listed as a UNESCO heritage, you can admire these frescoes which constitute one of the summits of Serbian art, powerfully inspired by Byzantine art, in particular by the Church of the Savior of Constantinople . Visit the Patriarchal Monastery of Peja, one of the strongholds of the Orthodox religion in the region. Admire its many well-preserved frescoes and the calm and serene atmosphere present in this place.

See many of Peja's most important landmarks and highlights, with informative commentary from your guide, on this half-day walking and driving tour. Learn insider information on the Kosovo city's different eras, stretching from modern times back through the last war 1998, world war 2, and Ottoman Empire time periods. Other stops on this great guided tour include:Sleeping Beauty Cave,and waterfall,Orthodox Monastery (Patriarchate),Bazaar of Peja and Cheese market,The Bajrakli Mosque ,Museum of Peja and Rugova Canyons!

The old architecture of the city of Prizren, the castle at the top, the river that cuts through the middle, the old fountain square, the mosques, churches and Ottoman style public bath building are some of what make this city the pearl of Kosovo. This full day quality tour of Prizren will be an unforgettable experience for the visitors.

Gjakova is a city very rich in culture, heritage and history and is one the most visited cities in Kosovo, offering to the visitors a unique experience. The walking and sightseeing through the beautiful streets of Gjakova, museums, old stone houses, the hypnotic vibes of historic cobblestone paved streets of the old Grand Bazaar and the general relaxed ambience of the area are cherished and appreciated by everyone who visits here. This half day quality tour of the city will be an unforgettable experience for the visitors.

Explore the history and cultural past of Pristina during this half-day, guided walking tour that covers influences from the Ottoman period and medieval and modern times. Wander the city along Mother Teresa Boulevard to see the Albanian Hero (Skanderbeg) statue and learn about George Kastrioti who thwarted several Turkish invasions. Visit the ancient Faith Mosque built in 1461 and look up at its blue and white domed and tiled ceilings.

Head to Ulpiana, The largest archaeological site in the country covers 33 ha. It shelters the vestiges of a Roman city founded by the emperor Trajan at the turn of the 1st century AD, then refounded by the Byzantine emperor Justinian in the 6th century under the name of Justiniana Secunda. Pass by car to the Badovc Lake. You will head to the Bear Sanctuary, where many captive bears in private restaurants in Kosovo and Albania were released. After lunch, On the way to the castle of Novo Brdo located on the heights of a plateau offering a splendid panoramic view of the region. Leave for Janjevo, for a nice walk to this abandoned Croatian village.

The beautiful city of Prishtina is the capital of Kosovo. Kosovo is a beautiful country with great landscapes. It has recently been declared a state and it’s the newest in Balkans. Visit the NEWBORN typographic sculpture which is built as a result of Kosovo’s freedom. It is meant to be painted each year to represent another year of freedom. Learn the troubling history of Prishtina. Then we will head towards the National Library of Kosovo, which is built in a prison-like theme to show that even though Kosovo was conquered so many years now it is looking towards the future, as the books are the future of every nation. Moreover, we are going to explore the Carshia mosque and see it’s beauty. After that, we will head towards the Ethnographic Museum. Even though Kosovo is considered a Muslim country, a cathedral is built for the minority of the Orthodox Community, and it’s an important landmark. Visit the second Scanderbeg Square in the world, which is located in Kosovo.