What to do and see in Ohrid, Southwestern Region: The Best Private Tours

February 9, 2022 Joeann Galban

Coordinates: 41°07′01″N 20°48′06″E / 41.11694°N 20.80167°E / 41.11694; 20.80167
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1. Private Full-Day Ohrid Tour from Skopje

Skopje Daily Tours
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This private full-day trip to the pearl on Macedonian crown, Ohrid, is a must do once you are in Macedonia. In only just about two and a half hours drive from Skopje, grab the chance to visit the town and lake of Ohrid, both preserved by UNESCO as places of environmental, historical and cultural significance. Get to see the many churches and archeological sites, witness some of the most beautiful and well preserved Byzantine frescoes and icons, relax and have some tasty bites in one of the charming local restaurants and cafes by the crystal clear waters of Ohrid lake.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Guide, All transfers with comfortable A/C car or minivan

Exclusions: Meals and drinks, Entrance tickets, Optional boat ride on Ohrid Lake, Tips and gratitudes for the guide

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.

2. 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 ????????

3. Ohrid Full Day Tour from Skopje

Explore Macedonia Daily Tours
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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!

4. 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.

5. Skopje Like a Local: Customized Private Tour

Monument of Saints Cyril and Methodius, MK, Skopie 1000, North Macedonia
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Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Inclusions: Local guide ("Lokafyer", Customized private walking tour

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional), Optional activity costs, Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)

6. Boat tours and Taxi, Cruises, Boat Excursions

Port of Ohrid, Kosta Abrash, Ohër 6000, North Macedonia B & F Cruise - Ohrid
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A panoramic cruise only tour around the Ohrid Old Town and Church of St. John at Kaneo from Ohrid Lake.

Inclusions: Driver/Guide, Bottled water

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Lunch

Reviewed By Gotti1008

Tour guide: Nicola Great experience, Good information, Very detailed and Superb tour Would highly recommend for anybody wanting to get to know different villages and towns all around ohrid

7. 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

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

Explore Macedonia Daily Tours
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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!

9. Transfer Skopje to Tirana with Half Day Tour of Ohrid

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This services included a Shuttle taxi from Skopje to Tirana with stop in Ohrid and have a half day tour of Ohrid with licensed tour guide.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, One-way private transfer, Transport by air-conditioned 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!

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

Skopje Daily Tours
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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.

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