Top North Macedonia Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 4

After reaching the meeting point, an organized team of mountains experts with terrain vehicles will wait for you to bring you into the mystical mountains of National Park Pelister. Reach 2200 meter, where you'll take a beautiful walk around the two little lakes at 2180 and 2200 meters above sea level. Breathe the fresh mountain air while standing in the clouds and enjoy the astonishing views. During the ride coffee breaks and photo stops will be made. The beauty of this landscape is shaped by the diverse wildlife: bears, roe deer, wolves, chamois, wild boars, eagles and many more. This bumpy off-road adventure will lead you through various natural gems. But the most special one is definitely the mythical ‘Eyes of Pelister’. Additional: For 15-euro p.p. you can have homemade local lunch in a mountain hut. This includes homemade stew, feta cheese, salads, bread, rakija, wine and many more. Feel free to eat and drink as much as you like. This is paid on the spot.

The naturally beautiful region of Mavrovo can be tricky to visit from Skopje without hiring a car. On this full-day tour, visit with ease and learn about the area from a guide. Depart from your Skopje hotel and learn about Mavrovo and its National Park on the way. Visit the monasteries of St. Jovan Bigorski and Rajcica and admire the stalactites and stalagmites at Sharko Cave. Enjoy a traditional Macedonian lunch.

When people describe Skopje, they frequently use the term open-air museum. And it’s not without a reason. Skopje is ornated with historical buildings, old remaining’s, bridges, statues, churches, mosques and many more. When arriving in Skopje our tour guide will enlighten you with the rich stories about the city, while walking through the beautiful landmarks. Experience Skopje from top to bottom, beginning at the Kale fortress and ending at the old train station. Moreover, you will see the famous square Macedonian square, the stone bridge, the old bazaar, mosques and the church St. Spas known for her particular iconostasis and remarkable fresco paintings. Afterwards, you will have free time to roam the vibrant city by yourself, where you can visit the scars of the earthquake of 1963 and enter the forged house of non-other than holy Mother Teresa.

Swap Skopje for a day in Ohrid, and discover the sights around Ohrid lake and its famous Bay of Bones on a day-long tour with a private guide. As you explore, you’ll hear stories about Ohrid, a place known as Jerusalem on the Balkans, and learn about the spread of the Christian religion in this part of the world.

With a local, English-speaking guide, explore Skopje, the capital of Macedonia. Learn about the city’s storied history of Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman rule, and see both the old and new parts of the city. The tour hits several highlights including the Stone Bridge, Matka Canyon, Skopje Fortress, the Archaeological Museum of Macedonia, and much more.

Get out of the city and see the surrounding area with ease on this private tour. Depart in an air-conditioned vehicle and make your way to Millennium Cross to take in the views of the city. Take a boat ride to Vrelo Cave, admire the nature at Matka Canyon, and visit the Church of Saint Panteleimon in Gorno Nerezi. Enjoy personalized attention from your guide.

This day tour from Ohrid takes you to a Christian pilgrimage location in the north of Greece—Meteora. Avoid the paperwork and hassle of organizing car hire, and enjoy a stress-free day with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle to Meteora, then discover the area's magnificent ancient monasteries. The tour also factors in time to stop off in the nearby towns of either Kalabaka or Kastriki.

Swap the sights of Skopje for the sights of Kosovo on a private day trip to Pristina, Prizren, and the Gadima Cave. Offering a hassle-free way to visit the country's landmarks, the day trip includes transport just for your group and a private local driver-guide to give you the lowdown on the history and culture of Kosovo.

See more of the region during your time in Macedonia when you take this day trip from Ohrid to Albania. With a private guide, drive to the neighboring country for a tour of Tiran and the historic city of Kruja. See the most important sights of the Albanian capital, like the archaeological museum and Ethem Bay Mosque, and explore the 15th-century Kruja Castle to learn about its resistance against the Ottomans.

Discover the best of Skopje and the nearby Matka Canyon when you book this small-group tour. Explore the heart of the Macedonian capital with a guide and visit key sites such as the Old Bazaar, Skopje Fortress Kale, and Sultan Murad Mosque. Afterward, embark on a scenic drive to Matka Canyon for a relaxing boat trip and a visit to one of the caves.

Though many travelers book direct travel from Skopje to Tirana, it's a shame to rush between these cities, and miss the historic sights in between. With this one-way transfer tour, you not only enjoy easy travel to Tirana, but you stop for a tour of historic Prizren along the way. Explore the old town of this charming Kosovo city, take an included guided tour, and enjoy free time get to get lunch, at your own expense.

Take a break from the busy streets of Skopje and spend a day immersed in nature on this half-day tour. With a small group, venture off to Matka Canyon where you enjoy several activities including visiting Vrelo Cave and relaxing on the shores. Nature lovers are sure to love this tour with built-in free time to explore on your own.

Break up your travel from Skopje to Tirana with a half-day tour of Ohrid. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle from your Skopje hotel to Lake Ohrid. With a guide, explore the harbor area and the many churches that dot the town, including St. Sophia, St. Clement’s Church of the Holy Mother of God Most Glorious, and St. Pantelejmon. After your tour, continue on to your Tirana hotel.

Cross the border from Macedonia for a chance to explore Albania on this private tour. Depart from Ohrid and head towards Tirana, Albania’s capital, to visit the National Archeological Museum, the Communist Enver Hoxha Museum, and the Et’hem Bej Mosque. Then, head to the Albanian coast to explore the amphitheater and archeological museum of Durres before heading back to Macedonia.

See Skopje and the surrounding area with ease on this full-day tour. Depart from your hotel with a guide and take in views of Skopje from the elevated Museum of Contemporary Art. Visit the fortress and learn about the history of the city from your guide. Stroll through the scenic Old Bazaar. Travel by car or minivan to the village Gorno Nerezi and see the church of St. Pantelejmon. Continue on to Matka Canyon. Walk along the canyon and then take a boat down the river.

This is a medium to hard hiking tour to the most beautiful place near Skopje, the Matka Canyon. First of all, we will get to the Millennium Cross and see the amazing Skopje plane from above. Arriving in Matka you will witness the rich flora and fauna of this beautiful canyon. The Cave Vrelo, located near, is one of the deepest underwater caves in the world. Do not miss this tour.

Cross the border to Albania on a day trip from Ohrid, and discover some of Europe’s most untouched landscapes. You’ll visit the lake towns of Pogradec and Pustec, pass through expanses of national parkland, and learn about rural life in the region from the best source, a guide who knows the area well. Even better: The tour is private, so you have the full attention of the guide for your personal group.

In this guided tour you will get a chance to see the oldest part of Ohrid, and to have a cooking experience. The exploration through its magnificent architecture will sure give you an experience you'll never forget! I will share with you many stories while walking. We will start the walking tour from the main squire and go first on the presentation of filigree. Next, we are going on presentation of handmade paper and our next point will be St.Sofia church, one of the biggest and oldest churches in Ohrid. Next point will be presentation of famous Ohrid pearls, and continuing to Ancient Theatre where you will be fascinated of the view of the lake Ohrid . After walking tour the travelers will be picked up by car and transported to the nearby farmhouse (10min.driving) to participate in cooking of traditional meal named "komat" by hands on kneading and then of course tasting the komat while drinking macedonian wine and coffee. Then will be dropped off to the meeting point.

Experience Macedonia’s rich culture and spectacular nature on this all-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, visit beautiful Matka Canyon and travel in a small boat to Vrelo, one of the deepest underwater caves in the world. Check out the historic St. Andrej monastery, enjoy a delicious optional lunch, marvel at the Painted Mosque, and stop by an Ottoman-era Teke.

From the capital, we are travelling to the main tourist attraction in Macedonia and a UNESCO protected site, the town of Ohrid. Ohrid lies on the shores of one of the oldest lakes in Europe, Lake Ohrid. Everywhere in Ohrid, breathtaking views of the Lake will fill your eyes and cameras. Called the second Jerusalem on The Balkans, Ohrid is the center from where Christianity was spread in these lands.

Sample the seafood of Boka Bay and explore by water and land on this private tour. Depart from your accommodation in an air-conditioned vehicle and take in views of the bay. Go on a boat tour to Our Lady of the Rocks and go for a swim if you wish. Taste local mussels and oysters for lunch with included wine.

Taste local wines and learn about the history of Macedonian wine on this private tour. Travel from Skopje in an air-conditioned minivan and make your way to Tikves Winery with your guide. Taste four different wines and enjoy a three-course lunch of local cuisine. Explore the wine cellar and hear stories about the winery.

On this E-bike tour, you will have opportunity to explore Skopje city area in a different and fun way riding e-bike. You gonna visit some of the most interested touristic attraction in the city like: The Statue of Alexander the Great, Gate Macedonia, Stone Bridge and lots of new monuments, statues and buildings from the project “Skopje 2014th”. From the Main Square we go on the other side of the river Vardar in the old part of the town, know as “Skopska Charshija”. In this area we are visiting some of the most significant buildings form the Ottoman period, like Daut Pasin Amam, Kapan An, Chifte Hammam, Kurshumli An, and Mustafa Pasha Mosque. Than we are visiting Skopje Fortress Kale, which offers magnificent view of the city. From the fortress we go to the City Park, visiting the National Arena and riding through the Park. After this ride, we return to the starting point.

Skip the hassle of organizing your own trip to Kosovo when you’re in Skopje, and book a private trip with a carefully planned sightseeing itinerary instead. With a local driver-guide, you’ll travel to Kosovo’s capital of Pristina, visiting historic sites like the medieval monastery of Gracanica along the way. Tales of the Balkans’ culture and history complete the experience.