Double Dose of Kosovo Wine: From Daka Wines to Vinica Petrović in Velika Hoča
A day of wine tasting in Orahovac and Velika Hoča showed us just how good Kosovo’s wines are. From crisp whites to sweet reds, charcuterie boards and a shot of rakia, it was an unforgettable surprise.
Prizren, The Old Town Loop, A Half Day Walk Through Kosovo’s Historic City
A slow Prizren loop past mosques, bridges, hammams, and the hilltop fortress that defines the city. A half day walk through Kosovo’s most atmospheric old town.
Pristina: A Quick Look At Kosovo’s Capital
A short stop in Pristina with visits to the National Library, the Cathedral of Saint Mother Teresa, and its tower. A quick warm walk through Kosovo’s capital before heading to Prizren.
White Drin Waterfall, A Short Walk to Kosovo’s Hidden Powerhouse
Visit the White Drin Waterfall near Peja, a protected natural monument and the source of Kosovo’s White Drin River. A short walk from Resort Ujëvara e Drinit leads to wooden platforms, cool spray, and views from above.
Peja’s Hidden Monastery: History, Frescoes… and a Nun Who Haunts You
Hidden in Peja’s Rugova Canyon, the Patriarchate of Peć Monastery stuns with 13th-century frescoes—and one very memorable nun encounter
Lake Leqinat: A Walk Through Meadows and Quiet Forests
Walk through meadows and quiet forests on the short hike to Lake Leqinat in the Rugova Valley. A gentle climb near Peja with views of the Accursed Mountains and a link to the Via Dinarica.
Two Days in Peja, A Base for Rugova Valley and Beyond
A two day stop in Peja after travelling from Valbonë. An afternoon in the old town, coffee, river views, then a hike to Lake Leqinat and a visit to the Peć Patriarchate. A practical base for exploring western Kosovo.
Into the Quiet at Dečani Monastery
A detailed visit to Dečani Monastery in Kosovo, from the KFOR checkpoint to the fourteenth century frescoes, the monks, the compound and the calm atmosphere that defines this UNESCO listed Serbian Orthodox site.
Valbonë to Junik: A Quiet Shift Into Kosovo
A quiet morning drive from Valbonë into Kosovo with a stop at Hoxha’s Tower in Junik. A simple journey through valleys, fields, and local heritage on the way to Deçan and Peja.