15 Tours & Days Out in North Macedonia: The Shortlist

Skopje: Matka Canyon, Millennium Cross and Etno Village Tour - Gorno Nerezi and St. Panteleimon: Byzantine Frescoes, Small Church, Big Attention

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,906 reviews · 6 hours · from $20Our pick

Cable car to Millennium Cross, frescoes at St. Panteleimon, Etno Village, then Matka Canyon by boat or kayak, plus Skopje viewpoints.

“We visited some interesting places during this tour and Vladimir the tour guide was very professional and knowledgeable and very calm, giving the tour members time and space without any pressure or rush, and had answers and useful information for every question and gave great guidance. Thank you very much Vladimir, you created a great day for the whole group.”

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Day Tour from Sofia to Skopje, North Macedonia

2.Day Tour from Sofia to Skopje, North Macedonia

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,061 reviews · 12 hours · from $111

Day trip from Sofia to Skopje with a local and Bulgarian guide: fortress views, Old Bazaar, Alexander Square, Mother Teresa House.

“This tour is really fantastic! Our guide was friendly, well-informed about both cities, the transportation was comfortable. Macedonian guide was so lovely and gave us all the information and tips about Skopje, its places, shops etc. Totally recommend :)”

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Skopje: Matka Canyon, Millennium Cross & Village Tour

3.Matka Canyon, Millennium Cross & Village Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,019 reviews · 5h 30m · from $18Best value

Half-day Skopje tour to Matka Canyon, Millennium Cross, and St. Panteleimon, plus optional boat to Vrelo Cave for $18.

“Naser was just the best guide. So knowledgeable and easygoing. Thank you so much for an amazing afternoon, Naser! It wouldn’t have been the same without you :) The cave is definitely worth visiting with the little boat. It takes about 15 minutes each way, and you get 20 minutes to explore the cave. It’s so beautiful seeing the canyon from the boat.”

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North Macedonia: Ohrid & St Naum Day Tour from Tirana

4.Ohrid & St Naum Day Tour from Tirana

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 690 reviews · 11 hours · from $45

Tirana to Ohrid and St Naum in one long day, with guided sights, Lake Ohrid views, and ancient monasteries. Small group, $45.

“Very nice tour, comfortable bus (very important since the drive is long), Ohrid is amazing, and the guide there was very informative. Highly recommended”

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From Skopje:Kosovo in a Day-Group Tour to Pristina & Prizren

5.Kosovo in a Day-Group Tour to Pristina & Prizren

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 372 reviews · 10 hours · from $96

10-hour Skopje day trip to Kosovo: see Pristina’s top sites, then walk Prizren’s Stone Bridge, mosques, churches, and craft streets.

“The day trip to Kosovo was fantastic. The booking process and communication were easy. Our guide Jimmy was an exceptional guide. He planned out the itinerary very nicely, taking us to Pristina first and then Prizren. He guided us around the important places at both cities and then gave suggestions to explore the place in the free time. Worth a day trip to Kosovo, recommended.”

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Ohrid UNESCO Heritage: Full-Day Guided Tour from Skopje

6.Ohrid UNESCO Heritage: Full-Day Guided Tour from Skopje

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 363 reviews · 11 hours · from $58

$58 full-day guided group tour from Skopje to UNESCO Lake Ohrid, Ancient Theatre, Samoil's Fortress and St. John at Kaneo.

“Great trip overall with friendly and knowledgeable guide who knows a lot about Macedonian history and culture”

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Group Tour from Skopje:Millennium Cross,Matka Canyon&Etno Village

7.Group Tour from Skopje:Millennium Cross,Matka Canyon&Etno Village

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 311 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $27

A small-group Skopje half day to the Millennium Cross, Vodno’s etno village, and Matka Canyon, with optional Vrelo Cave boat time.

“Great way to explore the nature. I had a great experience and guide was very nice and knowledgeable. I really recommend take a tour unless you rent a car and drive yourself then you can do it by yourself . I travel alone and not always like to rent a car so this tour was perfect for me”

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Skopje: Matka, St.Pantelemon, Millennium Cross Tour & Brunch

8.Matka, St.Pantelemon, Millennium Cross Tour & Brunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 288 reviews · 5 hours · from $39

Skopje half-day tour to the Millennium Cross, St. Panteleimon frescoes, Matka Canyon picnic with wine, plus optional Vrelo cave boat.

“Tour guide Ivan was a very funny and informative guy. The places he took us to in the comfortable van were amazing, and he explained everything in a clear and interesting way. Thank you for everything — we had a really great time.”

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Food & Drink, Ohrid Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Wine Tours, Wine Tours in Ohrid

Monastery Winery Tour and Wine Tasting

9.Monastery Winery Tour and Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 195 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $66Top rated

Small-group Monastery Winery tour in Ohrid with a cellar visit, 5 to 6 wine tastings, rakija and gin, plus a snack platter.

“Tasting the wines in the dining area on a lovely fine day. 😃 Learning about the history of the winery.”

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Kosovo Day Trip: Pristina and Prizren Tour from Skopje

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $216

Kosovo day trip from Skopje to Pristina and Prizren with hotel pickup, air-conditioned van, guided walks, and the UNESCO Gracanica stop.

“We had an amazing time! Our guide Ajhan was the best! He was so knowledgeable and gave great insights about Kosovo! Prizren is so beautiful. I encourage everyone to go see Kosovo. This trip was an eye opener to its beauty. Our driver Amen was very nice too. He was professional and hospitable. Highly recommend the trip!”

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Skopje: Matka Canyon, Millennium Cross & Traditional Village Tour

11.Matka Canyon, Millennium Cross & Traditional Village Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 173 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $23

Skopje half-day tour to Matka Canyon, Vodno Mountain, Millennium Cross, and St. Panteleimon, with optional Vrelo cave boat trip.

“Great tour with many Information, Oliver made a really good job! It was a pity that the cable car wasn't open on Mondays - this tour shouldn't be offered on Mondays because the cable car is always closed. But the other sights were great!”

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From Skopje: Full-Day Group Tour to the UNESCO City of Ohrid

12.Full-Day Group Tour to the UNESCO City of Ohrid

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 144 reviews · 10 hours · from $62

Skopje to UNESCO Ohrid in 10 hours: Old Town, Byzantine churches, Samoil fortress views, lake time, pearl shopping, English guide.

“Our Ohrid trip was truly enjoyable. The tour was well-organized and the schedule ran smoothly without any issues. The guide was knowledgeable and answered all our questions in detail. Exploring the old town, the bazaar, and the lakeside was a great experience. The lake view and the natural beauty around St. Naum were especially worth seeing. Transportation was comfortable, the bus was in good condition, and the break times were sufficient. The group pace was balanced, so we never felt rushed and could enjoy the day. Overall, it was a very satisfying tour for its price. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to discover Ohrid.”

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Ohrid: Monastery Winery Tour and Wine Tasting

13.Monastery Winery Tour and Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 124 reviews

Tour a working Monastery Winery near Ohrid, visit St. Cosmas and Damian, then taste 5 wines and 2 brandies with local platters.

“Steffan, who gave the tour, was interesting and funny - first time i haven't lost concentration in a wine tour. lots of different wines to try, lots of lovely food and no pressure at all to buy. bonus was meeting 3 lovely people on the trip. if I'd been in ohrid for more than a week i would have gone again.”

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From Sofia: Skopje, Northern Macedonia Day Tour

14.Skopje, Northern Macedonia Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 123 reviews · 12 hours · from $104

Sofia to Skopje day trip with an English guide, history highlights, Mother Teresa sites, Alexander and Stone Bridge, plus Old Quarter free time.

“If you've never been to North Macedonia, this is a great introduction. I intend to return to North Macedonia in the future for another visit. Friendly, Knowledgeable guide.”

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From Skopje: Pristina and Prizren Private Sightseeing Tour

15.Pristina and Prizren Private Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 111 reviews · 10 hours · from $154

Private Skopje to Kosovo tour (10 hours) to Gračanica, Pristina, and Prizren, with Ottoman sights, cafés, and local food.

“Our guide was great, really informative and a wealth of information and knowledge. Enjoyed learning about the history of Kosovo & The Balkans in general”

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