Full-Day Private Lake Ohrid and Albania Tour from Ohrid

Our distinct 90 km circle tour by land, around one of the world’s oldest and clearest freshwater lakes, inscribed on the World Heritage List of UNESCO, will be touched by both Macedonian and Albanian cultures, customs and attractions.

This full day circle tour around Lake Ohrid will give you the opportunity to compare the similarities and diversities of the two countries; chance  to taste some delicious fresh-water fish; witness some great historical and archaeological sites and enjoy the natural beauty of the surroundings.

Itinerary

1. Lake Ohrid

   Lake Ohrid is a lake which straddles the mountainous border between the southwestern part of North Macedonia and eastern Albania. It is one of Europe's deepest and oldest lakes, with a unique aquatic ecosystem of worldwide importance, with more than 200 endemic species.

2. Bay of the Bones Museum · 30 min

   Reconstructed village of stilt houses displaying Bronze & Iron Age items recovered from Lake Ohrid.

3. Monastery of Saint Naum · 1 h

   The Monastery of Saint Naum is an Eastern Orthodox monastery in North Macedonia, named after the medieval Saint Naum who founded it. It is situated along Lake Ohrid, 29 kilometres south of the city of Ohrid. The Lake Ohrid area, including St Naum, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in North Macedonia.

4. Pogradec · 30 min

   Pogradec is the eleventh most populous city of the Republic of Albania and the capital of the eponymous municipality. It is located on a narrow plain between two mountain chains along the southwestern banks of the Lake of Ohrid. Its climate is profoundly influenced by a seasonal Mediterranean and Continental climate.

5. Lin

   Lin is a village in the former Udënisht Municipality in Korçë County, Albania. At the 2015 local government reform it became part of the municipality Pogradec.

6. River Drim · 5 min

   The Black Drin, or Black Drim is a river in North Macedonia and Albania. It flows out of Lake Ohrid in Struga, North Macedonia. It is 149 km long and its drainage basin is 3,504 km². Its average discharge is 118 m³/s. After about 56 km it crosses the border to Albania, west of Debar, Macedonia.

7. Struga

   Struga is a town and popular tourist destination situated in the south-western region of North Macedonia, lying on the shore of Lake Ohrid. The town of Struga is the seat of Struga Municipality.

What's included

• Pick-up and drop-off (hotel or any location of your preference in Ohrid or Struga)
• English speaking driver/guide
• All transfers with comfortable A/C car or minivan

What's not included

• Meals and drinks
• Entrance tickets
• Personal expenses
• Tips and gratuities

Languages

In-person guide: English

Travellers

• Adult (0–99)

Options

• Full-Day Private Lake Ohrid and Albania Tour from Ohrid

  Pickup included

  In-person guide: English

Additional information

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.