Private tour in Tirana Elio K

Ohrid Day Tour

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Elio K.

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Hello everyone and welcome to the land of Eagles! My name is Elio and I am a professional tour guide with a great passion for introducing travelers to this new and exciting destination, called Albania. As a dedicated tour professional, I enjoy meeting new people and planning custom itineraries for them. It will be a great pleasure to show all of you one of the unexplored destination of the Balkans & world, Albania. I work in the tourism field since 2009, initially as a driver and later in 2010 as a certified guide. During all this time I gained a lot of experience as I had the chance to guide visitors from various parts of the world. I have guided regular groups and individuals in 3 languages: Albania, English and Italian to the various tourist attractions of the Albania & Balkans. I hope to welcome you as my clients and introduce you to my beautiful country. I can guide tours all over the country starting from the capital, Tirana, to the 3 UNESCO sites in Albania, the numerous castles and various unexplored places. Apart historical and cultural information, I like to give to my clients also an insight of the country including traditions, food, local life etc. For any question or information, I am at your disposal. Thank you and see you soon. -Member of the National Association of Tourist Guides of Albania ( NATGA ). - Driving license Category "D" - Certificate of Pass Hands on Tourist Guiding Course Issued by the World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations. -Certificate & License for being a National Tourist Guide in Albania Issued by the Ministry of Economic Development, Tourism, Trade & Entrepreneurship of Albania. -Driving license Category "D" I can drive any bus with more than 8 passenger seats with a trailer up to 750kg maximum authorized mass (MAM). As a licensed guide, I have no restrictions.

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Overview of your Tirana tour

In the morning we depart for Ohrid. (about 3 h drive from the Capital). After the border procedures, reach Ohrid and start the sightseeing of the city of 365 churches, one for every day Known with the nick name as the Jerusalem of the Ballkans. Sightseeing of Ohrid including St. Sophia church, Kaneo, castle etc. Then enjoy some time at leisure by Ohrid lake & free time to enjoy the shops in the old Bazar, return to Tirana. NOTE! Please bring your passport with you.

Recent Reviews

Mark R.United States
April 2026

This was an amazing tour and truly one of the highlights of our visit. Our guide, Elio, is exceptionally gifted and incredibly knowledgeable. Having lived in the Tirana area his entire life, he has witnessed many changes over the years and was able to share a unique and personal perspective on the region’s history and culture—something we would not have experienced on our own. As first-time visitors to Albania, we found this tour to be a perfect introduction. It was very well-balanced, with a comfortable pace that never felt rushed. The Ohrid area is both stunningly beautiful and rich in history, and without a guide like Elio, we would have missed so many meaningful details and insights. Communication prior to the tour was excellent. Elio coordinated everything clearly via WhatsApp, including pickup and meeting details, which made the start of the day completely stress-free. This being our first visit to Tirana, Elio made the experience truly memorable—so much so that we wouldn’t hesitate to return in the future. Thank you, Elio, for such a wonderful and enriching experience!

Naomi H.Australia
April 2025

Elio was excellent from the planning to the tour. He was practical, helpful and informative. We really enjoyed our time. Thank you! Highly recommend him.

Arthur S.United States
July 2024

Elio was great; very knowledgeable and quite fluent in English. I learned a lot before we even arrived in Ohrid. The tour was interesting, with a variety of different stops, and Elio gladly made minor changes to the itinerary to accommodate my interests. I would definitely recommend this tour with Elio. Extra tip: ask him to play Albanian language music in the car. He knows a lot about the artists and the songs, and it gave me additional insights into local culture.

John P.United States
April 2024

We had a great tour from Albania to Macedonia and Kosovo with Elio. He was very knowledgeable and flexible to make any changes we needed. Glad we got a spend a couple days with him. Highly recommended!

Your Tirana tour itinerary

Ohrid: The Jerusalem of the Balkans Day Tour (Approx. 12 Hours) Morning (7:30 AM): Departure Depart Tirana for Ohrid (North Macedonia). (Drive Time: Approx. 3.5 - 4 hours, including border procedures). Midday (11:30 AM): Ohrid Sightseeing Reach Ohrid, known as "The Jerusalem of the Balkans" for its 365 churches. Start the city sightseeing (approx. 2.5 hours). Highlights include: St. Sophia Church Church of St. John at Kaneo (for iconic views) Samuel’s Castle (for panoramic views) Afternoon (2:00 PM): Leisure & Lunch Enjoy some time at leisure by Ohrid Lake and find a spot for lunch (not included). Late Afternoon (3:30 PM): Old Bazaar Free time to enjoy the shops in the Old Bazaar of Ohrid. Evening (5:00 PM): Return to Tirana Depart for Tirana. (Return Drive Time: Approx. 3.5 - 4 hours, including border procedures). (Arrival in Tirana approx. 9:00 PM).

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

A very comfortable minivan 4+1 or 6+1 car on your full disposal.

What's included
Other: - Guide/driver services during the whole tour. - Transportation from the pier or your hotel and back. - Pick up and drop off at your place. - All road taxes, parking fees etc. - Boat tour from St. John at Kaneo Church to the center.
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: Private Boat Tour - Ohrid Lake
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. - Local drinks - Souvenirs - Light lunch - Admission Tickets (entrance fees for museums, churches etc - Tips and gratuities
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: Entrance fee for the St Sofia's Chathedral - Tsar Samuel Fortress
Meeting location

Tirana, Albania

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  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Religious Sites
Architecture
Shopping
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1156651
Languages
English
Italian
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to explore the historical and cultural richness of Ohrid, known as "The Jerusalem of the Balkans," in a single day from Tirana. It's ideal for those who appreciate guided sightseeing with a local expert like Elio K., and it suits families, including kids, due to its minimal activity level. Cruise ship passengers can also enjoy this as a shore excursion.

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