Top 10 Sightseeing Tours in Skopje, Skopje Region

August 11, 2021 Marianna Hollaway

After belonging to many empires over time (including Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and most recently Yugoslavian), Macedonia gained its independence in 1991, and Skopje, with about half a million people, is its largest city and capital. Despite its age, the city looks quite modern, owing to a massive 1963 earthquake that destroyed 75% of its buildings. Skopje has long been shared by Christians and Muslims, who still come together at the fascinating Old Bazaar, one of the Balkans' largest markets.
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1. Mavrovo Day Trip from Skopje

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Full day tour from Skopje to National Park Mavrovo. Clean air, mountain sun, pure water, grazing fields, trees, flowers, forest fruit, and pleasant fragrance all around you. Ideal atmosphere for adventures who want to escape from the everyday life and enjoy the nature in the Mavrovo National park.

Inclusions: Lunch, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, All taxes, fuel surcharges and service fees included

Exclusions: Gratuities, 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!

2. Ohrid Full Day Tour from Skopje

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This private tour Skopje – Ohrid – the top tourist destination in Macedonia known as the Balkan Jerusalem, its a full-day trip to the pearl on Macedonian crown Ohrid. Its a must do once when you are in Macedonia, grab the chance to visit the town and lake of Ohrid, both protected by UNESCO!!!!!!

Inclusions: Hotel/port drop-off, Driver/guide, Local guide, Hotel pickup, Private tour, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

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. 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!

4. Skopje Nis, Serbia - One day tour

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Visit Nis, one of the oldest cities in Europe and long considered a gateway between the East and the West. You’ll enjoy scenic views on the drive from Skopje. Explore the Roman ruins at Medijana and try a Serbian grill for lunch in the city center. The Serbian city of Nis is growing in popularity as a tourist destination. On this full-day trip from Skopje, you’ll enjoy a scenic drive to this picturesque, relaxed city that dates back to Roman times.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Round-trip private transfer, Wine tasting, 3-course lunch

Exclusions: 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!

5. Skopje North Macedonia Day Tour from Sofia

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The history of Skopje starts with the settlements of the Thracians and the establishing the fortress of Scupi. The town was part of the Roman, Byzanatine, Bulgarian and for short notice, of the Serbian countries. The Ottomans will conquer the city in 1392. They will change the name to Uskub and the place will convert into unique of its kind town, which will be called home from numerous Ottomans, Bulgarians and Albanians. In 1912, the city will be liberated from the Ottomans during the First Balkan war and eventually become a part of the Serbian country. During the two world wars will be eventually given to the Bulgarian country, before in the end to became part and a capital of the Macedonian Federation in the Yugoslavian socialistic republic. The city will start growing rapidly in economic and industrial way. Unfortunately a huge earthquake in 1963 has destroyed a huge part of the town, leaving more than 100 000 people without homes.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch

Reviewed By desimgm

Surva Festival in Pernik is a really very interesting event every year in January in this city. Everyone person, which is coming to this festival can see so many groups from different cities in Bulgaria, which are involved in the event. Go and see! It is incredible! The pics are from 29.01.2017.

6. Skopje and Matka Canyon tour from Ohrid

St Clement of Ohrid 96, Ohrid 6000, North Macedonia Experience Balkan
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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, Skopje Fortress, Matka Canyon, the Museum of National Struggle of Macedonia, and much more.

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

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance fees, Personal expenses, Boat ride

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. Walking In Skopje

Nikola Vapcarov 1, Skopje 1000, North Macedonia Aleksandar Todorovski
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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.

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8. Private tour form Skopje - Beautiful Eastern region

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Tour through the Eastern part of Macedonia which includes the cities of Kratovo, the Lesnovo Monastery and the city of Stip. We will drive through a very interesting and not so developed region, rich in very picturesque nature. During the tour we will have lunch with local specialties.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Locar specialty - pastrmajlija with beer, Licensed tour guide, Private transportation

Exclusions: Entrance tickets for place that they will visit

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. Private Day tour from Sofia to Skopje, North Macedonia

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The day tour from Sofia to Skopje is a great option to see one more country with one trip to the Sofia only. The capital of Republic of Macedonia is a unique city that, in the most interesting way, combines the new and the old, East and West, the Muslim and the Christian traditions. In the times of the Ottoman Empire, Skopje is a natural center for people inhabiting the southwestern part of the Balkans. Totally preserved the spirit of this time is a small part of the city, better known as the old charshia, which is one of the main attractions of the town. The biggest attractions of modern Skopje are the impressive baroque buildings and monuments, part of the Skopje 2014 project, which aims to transform the city’s view. The monuments of Alexander the Great, his father Philip the Great, his mother, triumphal arch, marble and bronze statues scattered everywhere, huge ships anchored in the river.

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Reviewed By thomasbobby

Diana was really lovely and very accommodating. We did a 9 day tour and we basically drove around 6 or 7 countries. Stopping at different cities with guided tours in the city covering all the highlights. She was always ready to make last minute changes whenever possible. She is very passionate and would definitely recommend her to others.

10. From Skopje private tour of National Park Mavrovo and Ohrid

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Enjoy a full tour of Skopje, Mavrovo, and Ohrid in a private tour with your own professional guide and your party. Tour included visiting the National Park Mavrovo, Monastery St. Bigorski and a tour destination No1 in Macedonia – Ohrid with Ohrid Lake. Transport to and from your hotel and all the attractions by air-conditioned minivan

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

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch

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!

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