Free tour

Walking Tours in Pogradec

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Pogradec

Duration: 2 hours

Languages: English and Italian

Guru: Eljo

Registered on 11 October 2022

I am Eljo, a certified local guide. I have a degree in Geography / History & master in science of leadership. I speak well english and italian language. "Collect moments instead of things"- With this tour exclusively focused in Pogradec and Korça region, I will guide you in the destinations around Lake Ohrid part of UNESCO heritage, to the places that have been part of our ancient history, or hiking in the hidden gems of Region.

Free booking and cancellation

Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Get to know the city in charge of specialized guide that will tell you in the most entertaining way all the curiosities and history of the most relevant places in Pogradec. It covers the main attractions of the city and also the hidden gems that are well and truly "of the beaten track" and gives you facts you wouldn't know or notice walking around by yourself. We can explore the ancient ruins or underground tunnels, take boat trips on the lake, admire the stunning scenery, attend cultural events, and try traditional dishes. Meet and learn in a fun way and share with people like you from different parts of the world. "Collect Moments instead of things". I want to share the beauty of my country with all visitors, offering in diversity ways...hiking, biking or rowing.
Therefore, for this reason, I have published a link, and many photos on Map, to help tourists, touch these wonders with a certified local guide.

Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/xuNEKddavzqnQn1u7
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Trips?tt=fd20ce22-5f73-430b-91f2-0ff344d6c499

Main highlights:

Pogradec City & Castle
Tushemisht & Drilon
Saint Naum Monastery (biking)
Kabashi Waterfall
Blaca Castle
Red Stone Factory (Abandoned)
Lin Peninsula, Basillica & Mosaic
Royal Tombs of Selca
Golik Bridge
Saint Marena Monastery & Llenga Canyon
Kamja Stone Mountain
Dry Mountain
Bishnica Village & Glacial Lakes of Lukova
Valamara Mountain

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

Rruga Rinia Rd 13, Pogradec, Albania

We can meet at Rruga Rinia Rd, Pogradec. You can contact me by an email: [email protected]; or phone number: +355692287271.

Outside visit

Pogradec

Pogradec has a long and fascinating history, with roots dating back to the ancient Illyrian civilization roughly 2,500 years ago. The town was also under Ottoman rule for several centuries, and in the 20th century, it was heavily influenced by the communist regime. Pogradec is a town rich in history, natural beauty, cultural heritage, and delicious cuisine. We can explore the ancient ruins, take boat trips on the lake, admire the stunning scenery, attend cultural events, and try traditional dishes.

Outside visit

Golik Bridge

Golik Bridge is an archaeological site, situated 40 km far from the city of Pogradec, on the Shkumbin River, in Golik village. It is 17 m long, 3 m wide, 10 m high. It is the art work of the old street "Via Egnatia". It was built in the second century and is classified as a first-class culture monument. It is a bridge with two semicircular wings. The bridge is built with carved stones, where the lower part of the crevice has big stones and worked well.

Free entry

Royal Tombs of Selca

The Illyrian Tombs of Selca are located near the town of Pogradec. On the right bank of the river Shkumbin at an elevation of 1040 m above sea level, lie the remains of the ancient city of Pelion and the accompanying necropolis. We can explore the Roman Via Egnatia led past it towards Constantinople. Though there are traces of human activity in Neolithic times, the settlement proper dates to the Iron Age through to the Illyrian urban period.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).