Kosovo: Through the Eyes of Women
Travel like you’ve never done before with unique immersive experiences
This tour offers a unique opportunity to experience Kosovo through women’s perspectives, guided by an expert in gender studies who works closely with civil society organizations advancing women’s rights and inclusion. Through her insights, we’ll better understand how women are shaping Kosovo’s future while navigating the legacies of war and social change.
Along the way, we’ll explore Ottoman-era towns, UNESCO-listed sites, and stunning mountain landscapes, while also connecting with women entrepreneurs, community leaders, and grassroots initiatives driving Kosovo’s transformation.
Blending culture, history, and meaningful encounters, this journey highlights the women helping define Kosovo today.
“I highly recommend this to anyone who would like to experience both education and tourism while traveling! The Hybrid Tours are truly experts and made the adventure unforgettable.” – Lauren, USA
Start
End
Pristina
Meals
4 breakfasts, 4 lunches
Transport
Private Bus
Group size
6 – 15
Days
5
Accommodation
Shared accommodation in 4* hotels (single rooms can be arranged for an additional fee where possible
Dates
Sept 2-6th, 2026
Physical activity
Moderate: Expect extended walking and standing for site visits, some stairs or uneven surfaces. All hiking and intense activities are optional.
Trip highlights
Pristina – Prizren – Peja – Gjakova – Prekaz
✔️Pristina’s vibrant capital – Explore Kosovo’s energetic capital, visit key cultural sites, and experience the rhythm of everyday life in one of Europe’s youngest countries.
✔️Prizren’s historic charm – Wander through cobbled streets, Ottoman-era architecture, and a picturesque old town set along the river, with time to take in fortress views and learn about local traditions.
✔️Peja & the Rugova landscapes – Discover a gateway to Kosovo’s mountains, explore the historic bazaar, and take in breathtaking natural scenery shaped by centuries of tradition and connection to the land.
✔️Gjakova’s Old Bazaar – Stroll through one of the Balkans’ oldest bazaars, filled with crafts, cafés, and stories of cultural preservation and community life
✔️Prekaz & Kosovo’s recent history – Visit a deeply significant site to better understand the Kosovo War and reflect on the country’s journey, resilience, and memory.
✔️Women’s perspectives & local connections – Meet inspiring women, hear personal stories, and gain insight into Kosovo’s culture, history, and future through a powerful female lens, in partnership with Our World Too.
Why You’ll Love This Trip
If you’re drawn to thoughtful travel, inspiring conversations, and exploring the world alongside other curious women, this Hybrid Tour offers a rare and powerful way to discover Kosovo.
Learn how Kosovar women have shaped, experienced, and are redefining Kosovo in the aftermath of war and social change.
Experience Kosovo’s layered cultural experience, from historic towns & landmarks to museums & vibrant local traditions,
Learn about recent history through personal narratives and visiting sites that symbolize resilience & memory.
Journey with a guide whose knowledge of gender, culture, & society offers context you won’t find in guidebooks.
Kosovo offers breathtaking mountains, vibrant cities, and a rich blend of cultures. From Ottoman-era architecture to lively cafés and artistic communities, it’s a place where past and present collide. But to truly experience this remarkable country, we must also engage with its recent history, especially the Kosovo War of 1998–1999, and the stories of resilience that continue to shape its people today.
From September 2nd – 6th, 2026, we’re taking you on an unforgettable journey through Kosovo, where history, culture, and stunning nature await you.
Through our partnership with Our World Too, we’ve created this Hybrid Tour to bring you the best of both worlds, the opportunity to immerse yourself in the history, culture and tourist highlights of Kosovo while also learning more about the war from survivors, people who have LIVED through history
If you’re looking to visit a lesser-known destination in Europe, travel in a completely different way, get to meet new people and immerse yourself in a new culture, then come and join us!
Inclusions
- Accommodation: Shared accommodation in 4* hotels. (single rooms can be arranged for an additional fee where possible)
- Activities: Activities and entry fees listed in the itinerary are included
- Small groups: For the best immersive travel experiences, we pride ourselves in having no more than 15 people per group
- Transport: Transportation is provided for the duration of the trip in a private vehicle
- Meetings with survivors: You’ll be learning about history from people who have actually lived it. We expect our guests to remain polite and courteous towards survivors
- Local tour guides: Professional English-speaking tour guides
- Meals: Meals listed in the itinerary are included
- Pick-up and drop off: Airport and/or bus station pick up and drop off on the 1-2nd and 5-6th are included.
Exclusions
- Travel insurance: All participants are required to have travel insurance
- Personal expenses: We recommend bringing $150-200 USD for all of your personal expenses throughout the week. This does not include the tips.
- Extra Meals: Meals outside of those stated in the itinerary.
- Tips for Guides: Not included. We recommend tipping $4 per day to your driver and up to $10 per day to your guide.
Itinerary
Arrival in Prishtina and transfer to your hotel in the heart of Kosovo’s capital.
We’ll begin our journey together with a traditional welcome lunch at a local restaurant, then meet with a women-led organization working on social and community initiatives in Kosovo. This conversation will provide an important introduction to the country’s social landscape and the role women play in shaping change.
In the afternoon, we’ll explore Pristina on a guided walking tour through some of the city’s most meaningful landmarks. Highlights include the thought-provoking “A Moment” Museum, the Reporting House, the striking National Library, and the powerful NEWBORN and Heroinat monuments, both symbols of Kosovo’s independence and of women’s contributions to the country’s history.
The evening is yours to relax, explore the city’s café culture, or get to know your fellow travelers!
Meals included: Welcome lunch
Overnight in Pristina.
Today we’ll visit Krusha e Madhe, where we will meet Fahrije Hoti, founder of the women’s cooperative that inspired the award-winning film Hive.
After the war, she helped create economic opportunities for women in her community by building a cooperative that produces traditional food products and preserves local culinary traditions, like the beloved ajvar (pepper paste). During our visit, we will also learn about the village’s history at the Krusha e Madhe Massacre Museum.
In the afternoon, we’ll arrive in the historic city of Gjakova, known for its beautifully restored Ottoman-era bazaar. Here we’ll explore the Old Bazaar, Hadumi Mosque, and the Qerkezi Family House Museum before continuing to the nearby town of Peja for the evening, where you’ll have the evening off to relax or explore.
Meals included: breakfast and lunch
Overnight in Peja
After breakfast, we’ll visit the Patriarchate of Peja, another UNESCO World Heritage site that reflects Kosovo’s rich and complex cultural heritage.
From here, we head into the spectacular Rugova Canyon, one of the country’s best natural landscapes. We’ll also visit the Drini i Bardhë Waterfall near Radavci and have the option to explore the fascinating Sleeping Beauty Cave.
Lunch will be enjoyed at a local restaurant known for its fresh trout and traditional cuisine.
In the afternoon, we’ll travel to Prekaz to visit the Adem Jashari Memorial Complex. This deeply important historical site tells the story of Kosovo’s struggle for independence and the sacrifices made during the conflict.
In the evening, we’ll return to Pristina for your final night in the capital.
Meals included: breakfast and lunch
Overnight in Pristina
After breakfast and check-out, transfers will be arranged to Pristina or Skopje airport (for an additional fee), depending on your travel plans. You are also welcome to leave the night before (on the 5th) after 9 pm if you don’t wish to stay a night longer.
Thank you for joining us on this Hybrid Tour, and we hope you leave with a deeper understanding of Kosovo: a country defined not only by its history, but also by the strength, resilience, and creativity of the women shaping its future.
Meals: Breakfast
Logistics ✈️
Trip dates: Sept 2nd – 6th, 2025
Logistics: We suggest arriving in Pristina, Kosovo (airport code: PRN) in the morning of the 2nd of Sept so you don’t miss out on our welcome lunch!
The tour officially finishes in Pristina (PRN) on the 5th of September in the evening, but we’ve included an extra night of accommodation at no extra charge for your convenience. We suggest leaving after 9 pm on the 5th, or anytime in the morning of the 6th. Breakfast will be included. If the flight schedules do not align, we will be happy to arrange extra hotel nights & airport transfers if needed! Please reach out directly to help you out 🙂
Travel tip: You’ll find direct flights to Pristina from most major European cities, and from Istanbul. Low-cost airlines like EasyJet and WizzAir also have flights available. If you have a bit more time, add a few more days after this trip to make the most of your holiday and head out to North Macedonia, just a few hours away by bus.
Why should you join us?
- You’re curious about history, culture and human stories
- You want to connect deeply with communities and fellow travelers
- You want to experience a country through a woman’s lens
- You’re looking to experience Europe differently, not just see it
- You’re interested in learning about countries and their history beyond the statistics, headlines and biases
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