Sacred Steps
Unveiling Muslim Heritage in Albania, Kosovo & Macedonia
Date: 08 April to 16 April, 2025
Family Expedition!
Engage in Meaningful Activities!
Explore the rich tapestry of Balkan history and Islamic heritage with an experienced historian as your guide.
Indulge in delectable Balkan cuisine and engage in cultural exchanges with locals throughout the journey.
Marvel at the stunning landscapes, from picturesque seaside views to majestic mountain vistas.
An all-inclusive budget of £600 per person covers activities, transportation, accommodation, breakfast and a complimentary dinner. (£50 Early booking discount available until 20th March!)
Flight cost is estimated at around £200 per person (Please book your flights as soon as possible to secure the best rates).
Contribute towards a small fundraising target of £200 per family, which is OPTIONAL to support Send A Little Hope’s Livelihood projects in Albania.
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to embark on a thrilling journey please email to mujahid@littlehope.org.uk or WhatsApp +4407446103478. Please use the subject line “Sacred Steps”
Deadline: 25 March 2025
Watch us on a transformative journey through Albania, Kosovo and Macedonia in the last summer! Experience the rich Islamic heritage and vibrant cuisine. Explore iconic mosques, ancient castles, and bustling markets with expert guides.
Watch the series here!
Unveiling Muslim Heritage in Albania, Kosovo, and Macedonia
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Detailed ACTIVITIES
Sacred Steps: Unveiling Muslim Heritage in Albania, Kosovo, and Macedonia
Dates: April 07 – April 16
Day 01
07 April, Monday: Arrival in Tirana, Albania
4:30 pm – 8:30 pm: Arrival, Meeting at the Airport, purchase SIM Cards and Transportation to Hotel
Stay in Tirana (01)
Day 02
08 April, Tuesday: Tirana (Albania)
Morning: Heritage tour at Tirana Square & pray Dhuhr at Et’hem Bej Mosque
Afternoon: Continue exploring WW2 Bunker Museum BANK’ART and Explore Dajti Mountain, Cable car
Total Journey time: 1 hour 30 min (30km)
Stay in Tirana (02)
Day 03
09 April, Wednesday: Elbasan (Albania) and Korça (Albania)
Morning: Travel to Elbasan: (40 min, 40 km)
visit Castle, The Bridge of Kamara, Kings Mosque and Hammam
Afternoon: Llixhat e Elbasanit, The natural hot springs
Evening: Travel to korça (2 hours 30 min, 135km)
Total Journey time: 3 hours 10 min (175 km)
Stay in Korça (03)
Day 04
10April, Thursday: Korça and Lin/Pogradec
Morning: Ski resort and winter sports
Afternoon: Continue Ski resort and if possible visit RAW HONEY production by the locals
Travel to Lake Ohrid: Lin/Pogradec
Total Journey time: 1 hours 10 min (60 km)
Stay in Lin (04)
Day 05
11 April, Friday: Lin (Albania) and Tetovo (Macedonia)
Morning: Explore Pogradec and Lin
Afternoon: Travel to Macedonia
Total Journey time: 2 hours 35 min (152 km)
Stay in Tetovo (05)
Day 06
12 April, Saturday: Tetovo (Macedonia) and Skopje (Macedonia)
Morning: Visit Arabati Baba Tekke and the Šarena Mosque (The Painted Mosque)
Afternoon: Explore Skopje, the capital of Macedonia, historic stone Bridge, Bazar, war monuments and Alexander the great
Total Journey time: 1 hour (45 km)
Stay in Skopje (05)
Day 07
13 April, Sunday: Skopje (Macedonia) and Pristina (Kosovo)
Morning: Travel to Pristina, the capital of Kosovo and explore Gadime Cave, Kosovo Afternoon: Visit Tyrbja e Sulltan Muratit 1 and the NEWBORN in Pristina
Total Journey time: 1 hour 25 min (95 km)
Stay in Pristina (07)
Day 08
14 April, Monday: Pristina (Kosovo) and Prizren (Kosovo)
Morning: Travel to Prizren
Afternoon: Explore Prizren (Old Bazaar, Sinan Pasha Mosque, Stone Bridge, The Halveti’s Tekke)
Total Journey time: 1 hour 10 min (55 km)
Stay in Prizren (08)
Day 09
15 April, Tuesday: Prizren (Kosovo) and Krujë (Albania)
Morning: Travel to Kukes and to Keujë, the first capital of Albania.
Afternoon: Visit the Old Bazar, the Krujë Castle and Sari Saltik Bektashi.
Total Journey time: 2 hour 25 min (175 km)
Stay in Krujë (09)
Day 10
16 April, Wednesday: Krujë (Albania) and Tirana (Albania)
Morning: Travel to Tirana
Afternoon: Flight back to UK
Total Journey time: 35 min (20 km)
An exciting and enriching journey through the heart of the Balkans, uncovering the deep rooted Islamic heritage and enjoying the diverse cultural and natural landscapes.
