Things to do in Struga, Southwestern Region: The Best Tours

March 1, 2022 Milan Banda

Struga (Macedonian: Струга [ˈstruɡa] ( listen), Albanian: Struga/Strugë) is a town and popular tourist destination situated in the south-western region of the Republic of Macedonia, lying on the shore of Lake Ohrid. The town of Struga is the seat of Struga Municipality.
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1. Tour of Ohrid and Berat: 2 UNESCO sites in three days

Choose Balkans - Albania Tour Operator, Rruga Reshit Çollaku, Tirana, Albania Choose Balkans
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This tour of Albania & N. Macedonia combines the 2 UNESCO sites Ohrid and Berat and some of the most picturesque sites of South Eastern Albania, such as Korça and Pogradec, famous for their traditions, local culture and culinary wonders. This tour of Albania & N. Macedonia takes us through some of the best national parks: Ohrid Lake (UNESCO protected Natural Habitat), Galichica National Park and Drilon National Park.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, BB (Accommodation and Breakfast) for two overnights , Transport provided by the company , Entry tickets for the ‘’will be visited’’ sites, Professional tour guide, Hotel pick up in Tirana , Hotel drop off in Tirana, Tourist taxes, Road taxes, Petrol

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Drinks & Snacks, Souvenirs, Personal spending , Everything that is not mentioned in the included , * Tips are not a must in Albania or the Balkans, However, our recommendation is to tip the tour guide/driver 5 - 6 Euros per day/person , as an international practice to tip good service. , * Please note that prices are calculated on triple or quadruples room occupancy. , Double or single room occupancy is possible on extra charge. , The Triple/Quadruple room occupancy means you might share the room with other travellers, and/or the tour guide (whom could be males or females). , Double room occupancy is possible on 10 Euros extra charge per night per person. , Single room occupancy is possible on 20 Euros extra charge per night per person.

Reviewed By endria123

Our tour guide, Gezim, was terrific. He had such enthusiasm and knowledge on all aspects of the tour. He encouraged and was able to answer questions of a wide range of questions from everyone on the tour. Highly recommended.

2. Balkan Tour

Albania Express Travel
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This tour combines some of the lesser known countries in the Balkans; Albania, Macedonia, Kosovo and Montenegro, by trying to show the best each of these countries offers. Albania offers a mixture of cultural elements with 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a rich archaeological legacy. Macedonia offers some of the most excellent religious relics, with Ohrid having the biggest Icon museum in the region as well as many beautiful churches. This theme is carried over into Kosovo the newest state in Europe, where we combine religious monuments with tasting of wine and local foods. The Tour will end up in Montenegro which has made a name for itself based on its wild natural beauty.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 13 nights accommodation, Driver/guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, All Fees and Taxes

Reviewed By AnnieM007

I can't thank our tour guide Adam enough for giving us a fun filled day from start to finish. If you are lucky enough to get him as your tour guide you will agree with me that he is one interesting man on this planet! He went above and beyond, even making additional pit stops. He showed us so much in one day that would of easily taken us two to three days to do. The tour exceeded my expectations. I can't wait to do future day trips in other countries/cities with Albanian Express Travel and Adam!

3. Full-Day Private Lake Ohrid and Albania Tour from Ohrid

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Our distinct 90 km circle tour by land, around one of the world’s oldest and clearest freshwater lakes, inscribed on the World Heritage List of UNESCO, will be touched by both Macedonian and Albanian cultures, customs and attractions. This full day circle tour around Lake Ohrid will give you the opportunity to compare the similarities and diversities of the two countries; chance  to taste some delicious fresh-water fish; witness some great historical and archaeological sites and enjoy the natural beauty of the surroundings.

Inclusions: Pick-up and drop-off (hotel or any location of your preference in Ohrid or Struga), 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 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.

4. Struga, cave churches and Vevchani springs tour from Ohrid

St Clement of Ohrid 96, Ohrid 6000, North Macedonia Experience Balkan

In this tour we are going to visit the city of poetry Struga, make a short tour and continue to the villages of Kalishta, Radozda and Vevcani. In these beautiful authentic villages we will visit the cave churches and the magnificent springs in Vevchani.

Inclusions: Pick off and drop off at your hotel or any other preferred location in Ohrid;, All transfers with comfortable A/C car or minivan;, Experienced English speaking tour guide/driver.

Exclusions: Food and drinks;, Entrance fees;, 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. Lake Ohrid Bike Tour

Skanderbeg Square, Plaza Tirana, Sheshi Skender Beu, Tiranë 1001, Albania Sondor Travel

In this bike tour of Lake Ohrid we will have an amazing time. Driving from Tirana to Qafe Thana where we hop on in our bikes to ride towards Tushemisht where the border that separates two countries is located.Qafe Thane is a mountain pass near lake Ohrid, and is a primary gateway between two countries.We pass through the border control to head towards Ohrid, Macedonia.Ohrid is named after the lake, and it has been many years considered as the Jerusalem of Balkans for the many churches it consists of.Meanwhile it is a beautiful city with picturesque views, monuments and houses.Then, we are going to stop and have a lunch break for about 60-80 minutes we soak up the beauty of the lake.Thereupon, we will bike towards Struga. Struga is a vivid city of northern Macedonia and that can be seen on the beautiful streets of the city.Through the town flows the River Drinwith crystal clear waters.Next, we head towards the border control and back to Qafe Thane where we started our journey.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Technical assistance Bicycle Head protection helmet

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By JanetfromMassachuset

We did not pick Dorien Malaj as our guide in Albania; we were matched up by one of the travel industry’s many anonymous middle men—but the moment we actually met Dorien, we knew we had gotten lucky. He was quick to identify our particular interests and to adjust accordingly. Our focus in Albania was their “accursed mountains” in the north east. We expected that in getting from Dubrovnik to Albania, Montenegro would be little more than a “drive through”. However, Dorien took us on a stunning mountain route that included the two beautiful but very different towns of Kotor and Cetinje, which really put Montenegro on the map for us, an added bonus. Dorien was so well-informed and happy to share both the hard facts and the subtle cultural nuances we were observing. His interactions with local people were very interesting to observe, and his background in Psychology gave him an interesting perspective, greatly enhancing our experience. His personal interests were so varied and wide, and that made looking through his eyes very stimulating for us and made conversation very productive. There was no subject off limits—about either Albania or the US. Dorien has a nice sense of humor that seemed to match ours…so that we had lots of fun together, too. It was a very easy and open relationship.

6. Struga Cycling Tour from Ohrid

City Bike Ohrid, Dame Gruev 84, Ohrid 6000, North Macedonia Experience Balkan

This is a half-day tour that takes you to the town of Struga riding along the north-east coast of Lake Ohrid. You will have an opportunity to have lunch enjoying the view of river Crn Drim in the center of Struga, buy some local goods from the open market and visit Nezlobinski Museum – the unique presenter of the natural and cultural heritage of the region of Lake Ohrid – UNESCO, with over 10,000 examples of flora and stuffed fauna from the Ohrid and Prespa region. After just 5 km riding south from Struga, you will arrive in the village Kalishta and have a chance to see the rare icon "Black Madonna" in the Monastery complex.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Use of bicycle, Experienced English-speaking guide, Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Ohrid, to the starting cycling point and back

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance fees , 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.

7. Best of North Macedonia tour in seven days

Skopje, North Macedonia Choose Balkans

Visit the capital, be amazed by the striking monasteries and churches, taste some delicious wines, stroll through the Old Bazaars and admire the beauty of the UNESCO-listed Ohrid lake and city on this 7-day tour of North Macedonia. This country has stunning national parks and cultural heritage sites worthy of a visit – discover the best of North Macedonia.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, BB (Accommodation and Breakfast) for six overnights , Professional tour guide, Transport provided by the company, Hotel pick up in Skopje, Hotel drop off in Skopje, Entry tickets for the ‘’will be visited’’ sites, Tourist taxes, International car insurance , Road taxes, Petrol

Exclusions: Lunches, Dinners, Drinks & Snacks, Souvenirs, Personal spending , Everything that is not mentioned in the included , * Tips are not a must in Albania or the Balkans, however, our recommendation is to tip the tour guide/driver 5 - 6 Euros per day/person , as an international practice to tip good service. , * Please note that prices are calculated on triple or quadruples room occupancy. , Double or single room occupancy is possible on extra charge. , The Triple/Quadruple room occupancy means you might share the room with other travellers, and/or the tour guide (whom could be males or females). , Double room occupancy is possible on 10 Euros extra charge per night per person. , Single room occupancy is possible on 20 Euros extra charge per night per person.

8. Weekend in Ohrid from Tirana | 3 Days

Good Albania

HIGHTLIGHTS – Saint Naum Monastery and The Bay of Bone Museum – The Unesco recognized city and Lake Ohrid – The Cave Churches of Struga – Fresh fish, traditional dishes and lovely lake scenery

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Nights in handpicked hotels x 2, Guided sightseeing Tours and select entrance fees x 1, Private deluxe motor coach, Expert Tour Director & local guides

Exclusions: Anything else not mentioned in inclusions, Single supplementi is not included €.55, Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By Azamora222

Rando was a great driver, tour guide, restaurant guide, photographer, mentor. He went beyond on helping me find my luggage that was in the airport in Italy. He was by far the best tour leader/driver I’ve ever experienced in my travels over 57 countries. I was a little skeptical to travel during the pandemic but I’m so glad I did because everything went smoothly. I have already recommended Rando and Good Albania to several of my friends. I hope one day to return to Albania. Thank you Good Albania for the amazing memories!

9. Private 4-Day Best of Macedonia Tour from Skopje

Skopje Marriott Hotel, Plostad Makedonija 7, Skopje 1000, North Macedonia Visit Macedonia Incoming Tour Operator

You will simply see the best of Macedonia. This private tour gives you an opportunity to get know with the most popular sights of Macedonia like Tikvesh wine region which is the biggest one in the country, Bitola, the second biggest town in Macedonia, both Prespa and Ohrid lake and certainly, the pearl of the Balkans, city of Ohrid. Your guides will be with you all the time.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Pick up and Drop-off within Skopje, 3 nights accommodation in 4* hotels, including hotel taxes and service charges, Private transportation with air-conditioned vehicle according the program, Services of an English-speaking local guide (for parties of 2-3 the guide will be the driver), Admission fees as described in the program, Wine tasting tour (4 kind of wines with snacks at the winery restaurant)

Exclusions: Personal travel insurance, Optional boat trip at St. Naum - 10 € per person

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.

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