Ohrid Lake Day Trip from Tirana. UNESCO-listed Lake Ohrid region offers the best traveling experience for visiting the city of Pogradec and Korca in Albania and the City of Ohrid in Macedonia. Situated in the shores of Ohrid Lake, Ohrid is one of the oldest settled civilizations in Macedonia.
The diversity of beautiful nature, old civilization proofs, healthy climate and delicious cousin makes Pogradec one of the most frequented cities in Albania, especially in weekend for a fully relaxing and resting stop. On the way to Ohrid we will visit the ancient city of Elbasan and the castle (passing through the routs of “Via Egnatia” connecting Roman Empire with Constantinople).
Tirana
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Ohrid Lake Day trip from Tirana, is a full day tour including many hours driving in the car. But having many stops in between in beautiful spots and sites will make you not to fill the long timings of driving.
Ohrid Lake Day Trip from Tirana. Drive from Tirana towords Struga in North Macedonia. On our way we will drive through Elbasan visiting the old city build during the otoman period. Our next stop will be Struga, a small town, visiting the Black Drini River, streaming out of Lake Ohrid and runs through town.
Struga is considered: The City of Poetry
The first stop after crossing the Qafë Thana border, Struga offers a more relaxed, local atmosphere compared to the bustling old town of Ohrid.
Black Drin River Outflow: Witness the unique point where the crystal-clear water of Lake Ohrid flows out to form the Black Drin River.
The Bridge of Poetry: A symbolic site for the world-renowned “Struga Poetry Evenings” festival. Walking along the river quays is a highlight for its scenic bridges and cafes.
Ohrid Lake Day trip from Tirana. Our next stop will be the town of Ohrid. We will visit the Monastery of St Naum, Church of St. John at Kaneo, Samoil’s Fortress.
Ohrid Old Town is considered: The “Jerusalem of the Balkans”
The heart of the tour features ancient monuments and some of the most photographed views in Europe.
Church of St. John at Kaneo: Perched dramatically on a cliff overlooking the lake, this 13th-century church is the most iconic landmark in North Macedonia.
Samoil’s Fortress: Walk the massive medieval walls for 360-degree panoramic views of the entire lake and the city below. Ancient Theatre of Ohrid: A well-preserved Hellenistic-style theatre from 200 BC that is still used for performances today.
Saint Sophia Church: A masterpiece of Byzantine architecture featuring globally significant 11th-century frescoes. Ohrid Pearl Demonstration: we can Visit a local workshop to see how the world-famous Ohrid Pearls are made using a secret technique involving fish scales
Getting closer to Pogradec we will the amazing view of the lake of Pogradec. We will make a stop in Pogradec, visit Drilon, Tushemisht a albanian village near the lake. Lunch in Pogradec with the traditional fish of the lake.
In the evening drive back to Tirana
