Pristina Tours

Culture and History in the western part of Kosovo, Learn more about the history and culture of Kosovo

Pristina and Prizen are Kosovo’s two main cities, but it can be tricky to tick both off from Skopje without a car. On this full-day tour, travel from your Skopje hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. Stop at Gracanica Monastery before making your way to the lively capital city of Pristina. Continue on to the historical city of Prizen. Learn about the area from your guide.

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.

The combined tour of Kosovo will provide you with a rich experience of the Kosovo history (past and recent), religious and historical monuments, traditions, and beautiful landscapes on the way. Prishtina is capital of Kosovo with 350-400 000 inhabitants, and also a University City with over 50 000 students from throughout the country. Pristina is a political, economic, cultural, and diplomatic center of Kosovo. It is very dynamic city, with bright and positive youth, with many cultural, arts, urban and sport events held in the town through the year. Visit to Gracanica Monastery Unesco site built in 1321 Prizren, situated in the south of Kosovo, is a beautiful and one of the oldest towns in Kosovo, known for its ancient history, the rich cultural and religious heritage, traditional handicraft shops, variety of festivals, film, music, art etc. It is the most multiethnic, multi religious and multicultural city of Kosovo.

The Kosovan town of Pristina lies 57 miles (92 km) to the north of Skopje. On this private full-day tour, travel through Macedonia and into Kosovo, and reach Pristina in comfort. Explore UNESCO–listed treasures like the 14th-century Carshi Mosque, the Cathedral of St. Mother Teresa, and Skanderbeg Square, and listen as your private guide brings centuries of Kosovan history to life. Admire Byzantine architecture and ancient monuments among the modern cafes, and soak up the atmosphere in the bustling Old Town.

Visit a city that’s vibrant with culture and history on a full-day, small-group trip from Pristina to Prizren. Visiting Prizren on a day trip is a challenge without a private vehicle, but this excursion combines tours and transport so you won’t miss out. Enjoy a mix of guide-led tours and free time to explore, with round-trip transport and tips on what to see.

We will pick you up at your hotel, early in the morning, at 7:30am, and we head to Morina Pass Border checkpoint, which is located between Kukes and Prizren. After we arrive in Prizren, we visit the Fortress over the town hill, (appropriate footwear recommended). Next, we visit the Museum of the League of Prizren and pass by another important landmark for the locals and in the same time a touristic destination, the Mehmet Pasha Hamam, an old Turkish bath. Next, we will take a walk through Carshia e Vjeter, and admire old architectural buildings such as Sinan Pasha Mosque, St George Orthodox Cathedral, and many traditional small shops. Later, we pass through Prizren’s stone bridge, between 15th and 16th centuries, which is on the way to "Tek Syla" restaurant, which is known for its grilled specialties. We finish here the tour to let you enjoy a tasty lunch of grilled Kosovo specialties here. After lunch, we will continue our journey to Tirana, where our trip ends up there.

Discover Prishtina, the vibrant capital of Kosovo, on a full-day tour that takes in all the highlights. Visit landmarks such as Skenderbeg Square, Mother Teresa square, and the Imperial Mosque; learn about Kosavan history at the Kosovo Museum; browse the stalls of the old bazaar; and admire the views from Mother Teresa Cathedral. After lunch (own expense), head out of the city to visit the archaeological site of Ulpiana and Gadima Cave.

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.

This Culture & History tour in Kosovo is an unique experience for visitors who want to be able to enjoy a mix of different city site visits within Kosovo, including Prishtina (the capital of Kosovo), Prizren, Gjakova and Peja. This tour includes most of the historical and cultural sites, combined with visits to archaeological sites and into the marble Cave. The rich ancient to recent history of Kosovo, its culture and traditional cuisine, the architecture and different old religious sites, will make an unforgettable visit to any guest with a desire and interest to explore Kosovo in many ways. Even though a small country in Europe, Kosovo has a very long tradition in hospitality, and we make our best to make you feel impressed while staying with us. This tour includes a full time licensed private tour guide, accommodation in a very good 3* Hotels (inc. breakfasts) and comfortable transport during the whole tour. You let us know for any specifics, and we take care of the rest.

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.

We start our adventure in welcoming Kosovo, at the heart of the Balkans, walking & exploring the most notable’s sights for several days. In Kosovo the influence of east and west is intertwined, Christianity coexists with Islam. A place with a difficult history that was ruled by the Roman Empire, various Byzantine kingdoms and the Ottoman Empire. After World War remained under the rule of Yugoslavia till 1999, when after the NATO bombing came under the international protectorate. From 2008, Kosovo is an independent state. Since the ancient times until the middle ages, it was known as Dardania and included the territories of Northern Macedonia and Southern Serbia today. Kosovo is a country of geographical and cultural contrasts with a thousand years old diverse cultural heritage. There are nearly 11,000 km² and around 1.8 million inhabitants, a mixed population of which the majority are ethnic Albanians.

Great canyon is one of the biggest cave systems in the region and certainly the biggest in Kosovo and is one of the must see natural wonders of Kosovo. Located in magnificent Rugova Canyon, 8km from city center of Peja-known as a heaven for outdoor activities. Number 12-ve on the world list of the highest caves.

Join Pristina, the capital of Kosovo, the youngest country in Europe, and start your panoramic tour of an effervescent and ever-changing city. Explore the political and economic capital of Kosovo where you will discover an unprecedented architectural contrast in Europe Head towards the waterfalls of Mirusha, beautiful natural and unique place in Kosovo. Make a stop in the city of Rahovec famous for its vineyards. Discover the wine world of Kosovo by tasting several local wines recognized internationally

Take in the highlights in and around Pristina, Kosovo’s capital and largest city, on this full-day tour. Learn more about Kosovo’s troubled history and fight for independence as you visit the Battle of Kosovo monument, admire the UNESCO-listed Gračanica Monastery, and explore the ancient ruins of Ulpiana. Back in the city, see landmarks including Mother Teresa Square, the Fatih Mosque, and the 'New Born' monument; and visit the Ethnographic Museum.

To come in Kosovo, you should definitely try the traditional Rugova foods, they are old rich and popular food all over the world, these foods have their own tradition and culture!

Imbibe the heritage of this open museum city, where you can see many 15th and 16th century Ottoman time mosques, 14th and 15th century Orthodox churches (UNESCO list), a 19th century Catholic cathedral, the old city center, the stone bridge & fountains and a beautiful fortress from where you can see the spectacular city skyline.

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Visit and feel capital of the newest country in Europe and its monuments. Enjoy the view of the monuments that have kept their origin for centuries, by exploring the most visited cultural, historical and natural sites in Prishtina and its monuments outside the city. . Pristina (and its monuments outside the city) - City center walk, University Campus, National Library, National Gallery, Mother Teresa Cathedral, Newborn Monument, Monument of Heroines, Mother Teresa Boulevard - Statue of Skanderbeg (National Albanian Hero), Statue of Ibrahim Rugova (Historical President of Kosovo), Monument of brotherhood; Prishtina old part of the city - Bazaar, Jashar Pasha Mosque, Clock Tower, Sulltan Mehmet Fatih - Big Mosque, Hamam (Public bath from Ottoman Empire), Ethnological Museum of Kosova. Sultan Murat Tomb. Monument of Battle of Kosovo of 1389; Gracanica Orthodox Monastery (UNESCO site), Ulpiana Ancient City, Marble Cave and visit to Bear Sanctuary Park to see about 20 brown bears. .

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.

After breakfast, head to Kuqishte to start a wonderful hike in Kosovo Enjoy the road through the rugova valley . Hike from Kuqishtë through numerous water sources and passages through the mountains. You will enjoy breaks by the glacial lakes "Liqeni i Kuqishtës" & "Liqeni i Drelajve".

As your day gets richer, fleeing the city crowd and taking the most beautiful walks in the most beautiful mountains of the Balkans, you have the opportunity to be fascinated by the beauty of Rugova Lake!

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. What legends are hidden in Patriarchal Monastery of Peć? You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. What is so special about the story of Monastery Visoki Decani? What special can you see in the Bazaar of Reja? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

On this tour, we will discover the best sceneries of the Macedonian capital, Skopje. We will visit the most interesting sites of the city, including the famous Skopje 2014 monuments, the newly built baroque museums, and buildings, and the hammams, mosques, and hans in the Old Turkish Bazaar. Today, we will explore the city from both sides; we are going to visit the Old and the New Skopje, crossing through the Stone Bridge, i.e. the connection between these totally different parts of town.