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1 to 2 week itinerary from Albania to Moldova
StartTirana
Duration1-2 weeks
TypeOne way
Legs5
Itinerary Overview
Leg 1: Tirana to Ohrid
Bus|Direct
2h15
Operator(s):Eurobus (Euro Bus)
Additional Information
- There are 2 buses a day.
Recommended Duration
- 2-3 days in Ohrid
What to do in Ohrid?
- Lake Ohrid: Enjoy the crystal-clear waters of one of Europe’s oldest and deepest lakes.
- Church of St. John at Kaneo: Marvel at the stunning lakeside views from this 13th-century Byzantine church.
- Old Bazaar: Stroll through the charming streets filled with local crafts and traditional shops.
Leg 2: Ohrid to Skopje
What to do in Skopje?
- Historic Sites and Cultural Diversity: Old Bazaar with Ottoman-era architecture, mosques and traditional shops, the Stone Bridhge connection old and new parts of the city.
- Statues: in the Macedonia Square, Warrior on a Horse statue.
- Mount Vodno and Millennium Cross: for panoramic views of Skophe hike or take cable car to top of Mount Vodno, hiking trails in the area.
Leg 3: Skopje to Sofia
Bus|Direct
5h00
Additional Information
- There are several bus companies operating this route: Kaleia, Matpu, CityLines, Makedonija Soobrakaj and Transkop
- There are several buses per day
- The cheapest option is to book directly via these bus operators, you can find them in the bus station.
Recommended Duration
- 2 days in Sofia.
What to do in Sofia?
- Historic Churches and Landmarks: Orthodox Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, ancient Church of St. George.
- Culture and Museums: National Archaeological Museum, National Art Gallery, Museum of Socialist Art.
- Parks and Vithosa Mountain: Borisova Gradina, City Garden, Vithosa Mountain for hiking, skiing and views of the city.
Leg 4: Sofia to Bucharest
Train|Direct
10h30
Operator(s):CFR Calatori (IRN International)
Additional Information
- Daily train leaving Sofia at 6:50AM and arriving in Bucharest the next day around 5:20PM.
- Advised to book a couple of days in advance.
- This train only runs during summer months.
Recommended Duration
- 1-2 days in Bucharest.
What to do in Bucharest?
- History and Architecture: Palace of Parliament, Old Town, Romanian Athenaeum.
- Parks: Herastrau Park, Cismigiu Gardens.
- Culture: Village Museum, National Muserum of Art.
Leg 5: Bucharest to Chisinau
Train|Direct
13h40
Operator(s):CFR Calatori (Prietenia)
Additional Information
- Daily train leaving at around 7PM from Bucharest and arriving the next morning before 9AM.
- Enter 'Bucuresti' for Bucharest.
- The price displayed above is for a 4-people couchette.
Recommended Duration
- 1-2 days in Chisinau.
What to do in Chisinau?
- Stefan cel Mare Central Park: Relax in this green oasis, often called the city’s heart, surrounded by cafes and monuments.
- National Museum of History: Discover Moldova’s rich heritage through engaging exhibits and artifacts.
- Triumphal Arch: Visit this iconic landmark near the Cathedral of Christ’s Nativity in the city center.