The 10 Best Cultural Tours in Republic of Macedonia, Republic of Macedonia

March 29, 2022 Sachiko Swiger

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1. Full-Day Private Best of Ohrid and Lake Ohrid Tour

Ohrid, Ohrid, Southwestern Region Skopje Daily Tours
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If you are you interested in knowing a bit more about the town situated on the shores of Lake Ohrid, one of the oldest human settlements in Europe, want to feel the place where writing, education and Slavonic culture have spread out from and want to see more than 800 Byzantine-style icons and frescoes, this tour will be ideal. The frescoes are considered one of the most important collections of icons in the world. All of this is located in a natural setting of exceptional, unspoiled beauty in between the Galicica National Park and the Ohrid Lake, inscribed on the World Heritage List of UNESCO. This full day tour of Ohrid and its surrounding sites will remark the best of your visit to Macedonia.

Inclusions: Pick-up and drop-off (hotel or any location of your preference in Ohrid), English speaking driver/guide, All transfers with comfortable A/C car or minivan

Exclusions: Meals and drinks, Entrance tickets, Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities

Reviewed By rimo96

My brother and I had such an awesome experience. We had the tour guide to ourselves and he gave us a private tour just the 2 of us they didn’t cancel. The driver/guide was really nice and informative and he showed us around Skopje and gave us all the time we needed to soak up the views and take pictures! Unfortunately we didn’t get to ride the cable car to the millennium cross because it wasn’t operating, but we we got to go see and enter church st. Panteleimon instead which was very cool. We will definitely be returning and booking again with them. Thank you for a great time and fun experience ????????

2. Monastery Osogovski and Kokino Day Trip from Skopje

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The Megalithic Observatory and the ceremonial site of Kokino is about 3,800 years old. Special stone markers were discovered to monitor the movement of the Sun and the Moon. We visit famous Macedonian monastery St. Joakim Osogovski, which is 1003 years old and is a well-known and highly visited tourist attraction.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

Reviewed By Mishan12321

This is a must when visiting Skopje and the Balkan region - Canyon Matka is a beautiful spot and quite popular among locals as well! Visit the amazing cave and do a hike to admire Matka from above! Susanna was such a great guide! I recommend this tour!

3. Walking In Skopje

Nikola Vapcarov 1, Skopje 1000, North Macedonia Aleksandar Todorovski
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Born and raised in Skopje, want to present my City in best of lights and in a entertaining manner. We meet at the Central Square, at the entrance of the Ristich Palace( see cover photo), just 20 meters from the Fountain.. From there, we visit the Memorial House of Mother Theresa-The Earthquake Museum-Parliament Building- City Center Monuments-Stone Bridge-The Fortress-The Old Bazaar. Before we start the Tour, we can discuss your preferred options and act upon them.

Inclusions: Private transportation

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4. Kosovo Day trip from Skopje

Macedonia street, Macedonia St, Skopje 1000, North Macedonia Experience Balkan
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The driver/guide will pick you up from the hotel or any location of your preference in Skopje. This full day tour will start with a visit to a beautiful medieval monastery in Grachanica (90 km, approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes from Skopje), rebuilt in 1321 on the foundations of an Orthodox church from the 6th century. Then, we drive to Kosovo’s capital Prishtina (20 minutes from Grachanica). We will be able to visit the 26m high clock tower and the National Library. In the Independent House of Kosovo we will find out the story of the former president Ibrahim Rugova in the campaign for independence from Serbia, and see the Newborn Monument from 2008, when Kosovo declared its independence. Sultan Mehmet Fatih Mosque and Jashar Pasha Mosque are two beautiful Ottoman mosques and famous local attractions. Somewhere on the way, we will have lunch. In the end, we drive back to Skopje and will drop you off in any location of your preference in Skopje.

Inclusions: All transfers with a comfortable A/C vehicle, Pick-up from your hotel or any other preferred location in Skopje, Professional English speaking guide/driver

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance fees in the museums and religious sites, Personal expenses

Reviewed By H980UCmarcog

We have visited 3 Balkan countries, and Ohrid was one of the highlights of our trip. Its much more prettier than on the photos, and wster is perfectly clear. Tour did meet our expectations, and to daul away without the guide it would be pretty but much less interesting. Our guide bob was easy going polite and interesting and he made our day. Hope to come back here with my family and stay longer, and for sure i will contact Balkan experience again.. They are very professional.

5. Day Trip to Ohrid Macedonia & Pogradec / offered by Tirana Day trips

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A tour that will take you to one of the most interesting destinations of Balkans Ohrid town, This town is North Macedonia's most seductive destination. It sits on the edge of serene Lake Ohrid, with an atmospheric old quarter that cascades down steep streets, dotted with beautiful churches and topped by the bones of a medieval castle. Famous for its lake and architecture. At the same time you will visit Lin, a small peninsula softly joins the shores of Lake Ohrid. It was once called “Lake of Light” perhaps because the light of both the sun and the moon wholly illuminate its surface year-round. Indeed, this lake’s reflections are legendary! Hundreds of locals reside in this small but beautiful peninsula. As you descend the road to get there, you will notice the beautiful red roofs of its characteristic small homes. Guided Tour Albania and Macedonia Ohrid Lake and Town St Naum Monastery Lin village Pogradec Albania Customized tour ( you can customize this tour )

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Border crossing fee , Private transportation, Tour Guide

Exclusions: Lunch, Everything not mentioned

Reviewed By beratinius123

Was in Tirana for a weekend and decided to take the trip with Tirana Day Trips Our driver /guide was very knowledgeable and he made our day The trip itself is very informative . Lunch in a local family was great . God opportunity to chat with them and learn more about culture

6. Macedonia round trip - from Skopje

Gate Macedonia, 11th October St., Skopje 1000, North Macedonia Visit Macedonia Incoming Tour Operator
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Round trip in the west part of the country, with visit to Vodno mountain, Tikvesh wine region, city of Bitola, Prespa lake and Galichica NP, St. Naum monastery and walking tour in UNESCO town Ohrid

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Pick up / Drop off at any hotel or address within Skopje, 2 nights accommodation at 4* hotels in Bitola and Ohrid, Experienced English speaking local tour guide (for parties 2-3 pax guide will be a driver as well), Wine tasting tour - 4 kind of wines , Visits inside as described, excluding admission fees, 1 bottle of water per person

Exclusions: Supplement for accommodation in SGL room - 52 EUR , Any other meal (lunch or dinner) , Gratuities to the driver/guide (not mandatory), Personal travel insurance, Personal spends during the tour

Reviewed By Roxxy89990

If it were posible to give more than 5 stars, I absolutely would. I have just completed a 15 day tour covering Montenegro, Serbia, Macedonia, and Kosovo with the tour company Visit Macedonia. This was an unbelievable experience! I am incredibly satisfied with the quality and professionalism of this company - every day was carefully thought out and well planned. My wishes and preferences were always the priority and Stefan (tour coordinator and guide) was flexible and able to change the itinerary in a moments notice if I expressed interest in something. Stefan paid attention to my interests and was able to make helpful suggestions and help me make the most out of my trip. Stefan and his daughter, Sofija, are both very knowledgeable about the region and were able to give me a fantastic introductory education and answer all of my questions. Traveling is not always easy or comfortable, but Stefan and Sofija made my trip as easy and effortless as possible - I felt like I was so taken care of and in such good hands. I had 15 days full of wonderful experiences and great conversation. If I wanted company, I had company. If I wanted solitude and to explore on my own, I had it. Overall, traveling with Stefan and Sofija was like traveling with friends, not like traveling with strangers. I trusted them fully and we had a lot of fun. I would 100% recommend them to literally anyone who wants to visit this part of the world. No other company will offer you this level of attention and care, I can promise that. I felt totally spoiled and have no regrets about my tour with this company.

7. 14 Day Balkan Adventure from Tirana

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Visit seven countries on this Balkan tour, where you'll revel in the beauty, history and traditions of the Balkan nations. Explore the castles, churches, monasteries, mosques and the medieval towns, enjoy the breathtaking views over the Montenegreo coastline, Sava and Danube Rivers and Ohrid Lake, admire the wide range of different languages, ethnicities, and religions that co-exists in this part of Europe.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, 13 Nights Accommodation, Air-conditioned vehicle, English Speaking Guide, Entrance Fees as mentionned

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities, Health/Travel insurance, Other personal expenses

Reviewed By Cavidana900

Aspen hotel we are stay hotel ,Cıty centre ,grandbqzaar and hıghıa sophıa we are göne walk 30 mınutes ,undergrand metro and tramvay near good ,guıde and Aths travel good and Perfect agency

8. Kosovo Day Trip: Pristina and Prizren Tour from Skopje

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Visiting Kosovo from Skopje – daily trip to Kosovo from Skopje and visit there major city Pristina, one of UNESCO protection – monastery Gracanica. Second city in Kosovo with rich history, traditional handicraft shops and gastronomic pleasures open museum – Prizren…

Inclusions: Private tour, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Walking tours, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Drinks, Food and drinks, Gratuities, Entrance tickets at Monastery Gracanica

Reviewed By Mishan12321

This is a must when visiting Skopje and the Balkan region - Canyon Matka is a beautiful spot and quite popular among locals as well! Visit the amazing cave and do a hike to admire Matka from above! Susanna was such a great guide! I recommend this tour!

9. Day tour to Skopje, North Macedonia - Small Group

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Appreciating the diversity of Balkan culture can be difficult, especially with limited time in the region. Explore Macedonian culture on a day tour to Skopje from Sofia, and tick off another Balkan capital in just 1 day. Enjoy the company of 2 professional guides - one from Bulgaria and one local from Macedonian. Travel the distance with ease via modern vehicle, and discover landmarks including the Skopje Fortress, Memorial House of Mother Teresa, and Old Bazaar, with insights provided by your guides. During this day tour you will have the chance to visit one of the most bizarre cities on the Balkan Peninsula. Skopje is a mixture of authentic monuments from the Ottoman period, and new neo-classical buildings, complete with ornate columns and rooftop figures of nymphs. After the reconstruction of the new center has been done, as per the “Skopje 2014” project, the city became one of the popular destinations in Eastern Europe.

Inclusions: English-speaking Bulgarian guide , English-speaking local Macedonian guide, Pick-up and drop off , Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By christS4874QK

I was picked up at my hotel in the morning and taken to where the bikes and gear are kept. Adrian greeted me with a warm welcome and I was quickly outfitted with very nice riding gear. Adrian completed an overview of the trip, a safety brief, and we were on our way. After a short ride through town, we were soon on the highway heading south from Sofia for about an hour. The traffic was light and this was a nice ride. We stopped at a rest stop and Adrian made sure that I was comfortable and that everything was well. After a quick snack and rest, we were back on the highway. After a short ride, we quickly exited the highway and the real fun began! The ride up the mountain was spectacular! Adrian kept a nice pace and checked on me often (as I had not ridden in a few years). After a 45-minute winding ride up the gorgeous hillside, we arrived at the Rila Monastery. What a beautiful place with a rich history set with high mountain tops in the background. Adrian, who had a tourism degree, provided a detailed account of the amazing story of the monastery from it's beginnings to modern-day. After a few hours strolling around the grounds, we got back on the bikes and went a short way back down the mountain and enjoyed an incredible lunch at a very nice restaurant and sat right next to a beautiful river. The fresh trout was delicious! The tour then took a detour to a very nice winery and I purchased four bottles of wine to enjoy with my wife back in the States. This was a beautiful place, set in the vineyards, surrounded by flowers, with the majestic mountains off in the distance. The last leg was very nice back roads returning to Sofia. Adrian stopped a number of times to point out very interesting aspects from the Soviet era, including an enormous metals factory (miles long), and a portion of the road we were on that, was actually part of an old military runway. The tour ended nearly 10 hours after it began, back at my hotel. I left the bike and front and Adrian returned later to retrieve it. This was a very professional operation and Adrian could not have been a better guide and riding partner. What an amazing day we had! I can not wait to return to beautiful Sofia and it's amazing people and take another tour with this tremendous outfit! Adrian, as promised, provided a really cool video of our day from his 360 degree HD camera so I may revisit the wonderful experience. Well done!

10. Food by Foot Skopje City Tour

Gate Macedonia, 11th October St., Skopje 1000, North Macedonia Skopje Daily Tours
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Knowing that besides the best and most important things to see, people always want to experience the authentic food of the place, want to know about the eating habits of the citizens, we have created our latest product – FOOD BY FOOT SKOPJE TOUR, that is a blend of both, a pleasant and interesting walk through the story of Old and New Skopje while stopping to taste some great local food of Skopje’s food scene, 3-4 hours of fun with tasty bites of the town! Join us as we make a whirlwind tour of Skopje’s food, drink and history scene. It is more than just a food tour, it is a chance to get to know the people, the lifestyle, the history, the ups and downs of the city, a chance to learn about the food you are eating, the drink in your hand and the city around you!

Inclusions: 5 food and 3 beverage tastings at different places, Food loving, English speaking guide

Exclusions: Additional food and drink , Souvenirs and personal shopping , Transportation to/from the meeting and end points, Tips and gratuities

Reviewed By Flyer630976

Amazing tour i used them twice both tours amazing!! Guide was beyond knowledgeable he knew the language and helped me with any questions his experience was great he taught me so much history. A must do if you visit macedonia.

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