Inspire Brochure 2024 - 2025

40 | Mercury Holidays To order our Escorted Tours Brochure or to book, call us free on 0800 093 6811 8-Day Escorted Tour Tirana, 2 nights • Ohrid, 2 nights • Vlorë, 2 nights Durrës, 1 night Albania & Macedonia Uncovered F O R H I S T O R Y - S E E K E R S A N D N AT U R E - L OV E R S A L I K E from £999 U nlock the beauty of the Balkans on a remarkable journey through Albania and North Macedonia. Traverse stunning mountain scenery, idyllic beaches and glittering lakes dotted with dazzling classical and medieval architecture. Your adventure begins in vibrant Tirana. Dive into its rich history at Bunk Art 1, a former underground bunker-turned museum and art gallery. Then, escape to Dajti Mountain for breathtaking vistas and dinner at a local winery. Journey to North Macedonia for your next destination, picturesque Lake Ohrid. Explore the old town's medieval churches, monasteries, and red-tiled roofs, or simply savour lakeside views from a cosy cafe. Travel to Bitola, a city of historical charm. Explore 18th-century town houses, archaeological wonders at Heraclea Lynecestis, and an ancient Roman amphitheatre. Stroll through the Old Bazaar before returning to Ohrid. Discover Berat's iconic Ottoman houses and explore Berat Castle's stunning vistas. Visit the Onufri Museum and journey to Vlorë, where you'll explore the ancient Greek city of Apollonia. Visit the medieval village of Kruja, nestled at the base of Mount Kruja. Wander its cobblestone streets and shop in the ancient Ottoman bazaar, before heading to your final stop, Durrës, where you'll enjoy a farewell dinner. Includes: • Return flights from Heathrow to Albania • 3 & 4 H accommodation • 9 meals • 7 excursions • Expert local tour guide Tour pace: Intermediate LAKE OHRID