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KosovoIn DepthGroup TourTour durationHoliday type8 daysGroup TourFully GuidedDepartures 23- 30 May 2013,19-26 Sep 201314Sightseeing on this small group tour variesfrom verdant steep gorges to beautifullypreserved Ottoman towns. History buffs canreflect on events from the ancient battlefieldof Kosovo to the more recent poignant battlesin 1998, visiting the village of Prekaz. Thistour also allows you to experience first-handthe incredibly friendly and generous natureof the Kosovan people, who embrace Britishtourists with open arms. You can be assuredof a warm welcome and stays in good qualityhotels, and the price includes many deliciousmulti-course, waist-expanding meals.The group size is limited to 15 participantsand will be escorted by a tour leader fromRegent Holidays.Day 1 Fly to TiranaFly to Tirana and transfer to Prizren hotel fortwo night stay. (D)Day 2 PrizrenEnjoy a morning walking tour of Prizren,located on the slopes of the Sharri Mountainsand on the banks of the River Bistrica. Walkup to the ruined castle of Prizren for aspectacular view of the town below. The townboasts an attractive Ottoman Old Town andis well known for its gold and silver filigreecraftsmen. Highlights include visiting theHamam, the Museum of Prizreni League, theEthnographic Museum, the Helveti Tekke,Sinia Pasha Mosque, the oldest tree in Kosovoand the church of Our Lady of Ljeviš. (B,L)Day 3 Prizren to PrishtinaDrive to Prishtina visiting the sacred villageof Letnica en route. Nestled in the mountains,this semi-deserted village is transformed eachAugust for the Feast of the Black Madonnawhen thousands visit the place where thefamous nun received her calling. In 1917,7-year-old Agnesa Bojaxhiu was visitingLetnica from her home in nearby Skopje -she later became known as Mother Teresa,whose work with the poor in Calcutta broughther international fame. A stop is made atGracanica to see a superb example of a14th century Serb Orthodox Church beforearriving in Prishtina for a two night stay. (B,L)Day 4 PrishtinaEmbark on a walking tour of Prishtina, visitingthe National Library, Prishtina University andthe Museum of Kosovo. We see the Houseof Kosovo Academy, Carshi Mosque (BazaarMosque) and the Emin Gjiku EthnographicMuseum housed in a typical Ottomantownhouse en route. In the afternoon, travelto the Archaeological site of Upliana, onceone of the most important Roman cities inthe Balkans. (B,D)Day 5 Prishtina to PejaHead west to the Memorial Complex ofthe Battle of Kosovo (Gazimestan). Visitthe Mausoleum – the final resting place ofSultan Murat Tyrbe following his assassinationduring the Battle of Kosova (1389 AD). Makea poignant stop at the legendary village ofPrekaz, where the attack by Serbian militarypolice was launched on 5th March1998.After lunch and tour of the Trout farm atIstog, continue to Peja to overnight. (B,L)Day 6 Peja to GjakovaDrive to the stunning Rugova Gorge, wherethe peaks of the Accursed Mountains,straddling the border with Montenegro,rise up to 2,560 metres and spectaculargranite cliffs climb almost vertically for over1,000 metres. Visit Peć Patriarch, once theseat of the Serbian Orthodox Church. Thiscomplex of medieval churches is packed withfrescoes and overlooks a spectacular jaggedgorge. Continue further up Rugova Gorgeto Drelaj, a small mountain cheese-makingfactory. Here, taste deliciously fresh Rugovacheese before walking to the family farm ofMr Osman Shala for a welcome refreshmentof mountain honey and cool Rugova water.Stop at a Kullas - unique traditional stonehouse - before continuing to Gjakova for atwo night stay. (B,L)Day 7 GjakovaEnjoy a tour of Gjakova with visits to thelocal Bektashi Community, the Old Marketand Hadum Aga Mosque. In the afternoon,explore the Rahoveci area and indulge in somewine-tasting; visit families who produce theirown wine, as well as “Podrumi i Vjetër”, theoldest winery in Kosovo. Tonight, enjoy atraditional Gjakova feast. (B,L)Day 8 Tirana to UKTransfer to Tirana Airport with a picnic lunchen route. (B,L)Prices fromPer person twin-share £1295Single room supplement £99Prices include• Flights in economy class with BritishAirways from London Gatwick• All airport taxes and security charges• Accommodation in 3 & 4-star hotelswith breakfast• Meals as specified• All transfers and transportationthroughout• Sightseeing with English-speakingguide• Entrance fees on sightseeing toursCall 020 7666 1244 | www.regentholidays.co.uk | visit your local travel agent