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

By Skopje Daily Tours
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Ages 0-99
Duration: 6h
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Live guide: English
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  • 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
What's not included
  • Meals and drinks
  • Entrance tickets
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Entry/Admission - Saint Sophia
  • Entry/Admission - Tsar Samuel's Fortress
  • Entry/Admission - St. Jovan Kaneo
  • Entry/Admission - Monastery of Saint Naum
  • Entry/Admission - Bay of the Bones Museum
  • Entry/Admission - Saint Climent of Ohrid


Start:Traveller pickup offered.
    Pickup details
    • Hotel or any location of your preference in Ohrid
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Service animals allowed
      • Near public transportation
      If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 14832P12

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
      • Most travellers can participate
      • We reserve the right to change the course of the tour and places visited in case of the venue is closed
      • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

      • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

      If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 14832P12

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      • Skopje Daily Tours
        4.8 of 5 bubbles553
        Republic of North Macedonia
        Joined in June 2015
      • Passport695060
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        A nice day in Kosovo. Egun zoragarria Kosovon.
        The trip to Kosovo was a true pleasure. It was worth it. Prizren is beautiful, and Pristina isn't pretty, but it's the capital and worth exploring. The guide and driver, Toni, is well-versed in the region's history, and I find its more recent history very interesting.I have really enjoyed. Benetan gozagarria izan da txangoa. Toni gidaria oso jatorra eta pazientziduna. Talde txikia ginen eta ederki uztartu dugu denok. Oso interesgarria leku ezezagun eta desberdin hauek ezagutzea, ikusi ahal izan dugunagatik eta baita gidariak kontatu digunagatik ere. Oso gomendagarria.
        Written 17 March 2025
      • ketmist
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Excellent guide and driver
        Olivia was excellent and very helpful. Igor the driver was very good and polite. We very much enjoyed the tour. We wish them success
        Written 17 March 2025
      • ivankU2478NB
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        100% recommend
        We highly recommend trip to Matka Canyon (if possible, take a boat ride). Our tour guide Toni was friendly, yet professional.
        Written 17 March 2025
      • sddspp
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great tour with great guide
        This half-day tour was a fantastic way to explore the city and its surroundings, offering a well-rounded introduction to Skopje’s history, culture, and natural beauty. Our guide, Elena, was absolutely amazing—her enthusiasm for sharing the history and heritage of North Macedonia was evident in every part of the tour. She made a point to use every opportunity to teach us something new, whether it was about the city’s landmarks, historical events, or cultural traditions. As we drove through Skopje, Elena pointed out numerous important sites, providing insightful context and historical background. Her deep knowledge allowed her to converse on a variety of topics related to her country, making the experience much more engaging and enriching. She gave us a great overview of North Macedonia’s complex and fascinating history, which made exploring the city even more meaningful. Beyond the city, the tour took us to some breathtaking natural landscapes. Matka Canyon was absolutely stunning—steep limestone cliffs rising dramatically above the turquoise waters of the Treska River created a serene and picturesque setting. The canyon’s beauty was amplified by its peaceful atmosphere, making it a perfect escape from the city’s energy. Overall, this tour was an excellent blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Elena’s passion and expertise made the experience even more special, turning every stop into an opportunity for deeper understanding and appreciation. If you're looking for a well-organized, informative, and visually stunning way to experience Skopje and its surroundings, this tour is a must.
        Written 15 March 2025
      • Johanna B
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Amazing day tour to Kasovo!
        I booked a group tour but ended up being the only participant. So I had a very private informative day to Kosovo. My guide Zarko gave me profound insights to the history of the whole Balkan region. We also talked about current political moves, culture among Balkans and of course local architecture and events in Kosovo. It was an amazing and informative day. 10/10 recommend!
        Written 10 March 2025
      • 676mieked
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Matka Canyon / Milennium cross Tour
        Our guide was very knowledgeable about Macedonia and the region. The bus was clean, and the driver was excellent. It was a sunny day with a bright blue sky. Even though the morning was extremely cold (temperatures below zero), the boat trip through Matka Canyon was wonderful. Extra blankets were available for those who needed them. Inside the Vrelo Cave, it was pleasantly warm. We enjoyed stunning views from Vodno Mountain near the Millennium Cross and admired the beautiful frescoes in the Church of St. Panteleimon. We highly recommend this tour! Mieke (Belgium) & Krista (Finland)
        Written 28 February 2025
      • ashleyf433
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        British lads in Skopje
        Fantastic experience lead by Zarko, very knowledgeable and educated us a lot on the history surrounding Macedonia and Kosovo and the surrounding areas. Good value for a whole day spent touring Kosovo, picked us up from the hotel and dropped back at our door. Would definitely recommend to others.
        Written 27 February 2025
      • PhilDerry77
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great way to quickly see a number of brilliant places in a short amount of time
        Vlad was a fantastic guide—very knowledgeable and laid-back. The drive up to the Millennium Cross and cable car is incredibly picturesque, offering stunning views of the city. The Millennium Cross itself is quite impressive up close. Once at the top, you can enjoy a complete 360-degree view of both the city and the surrounding mountains. On the day we visited, there was snow at the summit, and it was quite cold, so I recommend wearing appropriate clothing. We then drove on to Matka Canyon, which is absolutely breathtaking. You can hike along the trails, which span about 5 km, but we opted for a boat ride that costs around €5, taking us to the Vrelo Caves. Inside the caves, the temperature was about 12°C, providing a nice respite from the cold outside. There were five of us in total, and we had the entire place to ourselves—it was wonderfully quiet. Overall, this tour is a great way to quickly see a number of brilliant places in a short amount of time, and I would highly recommend it!
        Written 20 February 2025
      • Relax44433568756
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        A MUST while in Skopje!
        My husband, four year old daughter and I took the Matka Canyon and Millennium Cross tour and thoroughly enjoyed the day. Our tour guide, Olivia was incredibly friendly and so kind to our daughter. It felt like we had known her for years. Olivia shared information about every site along the way, and I liked that the time at each stop was neither too long or too short. The tour bus was not overly packed, the drive to each site wasn’t too long, and overall it is a very well organized day. Would highly recommended booking this tour while in Skopje!
        Written 16 February 2025
      • mjessop1
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Excellent start to finish
        We had a fantastic time on this trip. Olivia was an excellent tour guide and nothing was too much trouble for her. We paid for transfers and they collected us from the airport to take us on the trip. Our plane was two hours delayed but this didn’t matter as they tracked our flight and collected us when we arrived. I would recommend this company and Olivia to anyone interested in this trip! Thanks for a great day!
        Written 9 February 2025
      • 874katheriner
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Best Tours From Skopje
        One of the best tours I have ever done in my life! First I did a tour of Matka Canyon and was then so impressed I booked a tour to a winery and the Roman ruins at Stopi. My tour guide Zarko was excellent and extremely passionate about the history and knew the answer to every question in a variety of subjects ranging from ancient history tol modern politics. If you are coming to Skopje, I cannot recommend them enough.
        Written 6 February 2025
      • 844aleksandark
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        An unforgettable journey through Skopje!
        The Secrets of Skopje free walking tour seamlessly blends the charm of the Old Town with the vibrance of the new. Our guide was knowledgeable, engaging, and brought the city's history to life. From hidden gems to iconic landmarks, this tour is a must for anyone exploring Skopje!
        Written 16 January 2025
      • 944RicardoP
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Excellent Experience
        Our trip to Kosovo was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. Helen, our driver, was not only highly skilled behind the wheel but also incredibly knowledgeable about the region’s history and culture. She provided us with fascinating insights into Kosovo’s past and present, making the journey much more enriching than we had anticipated. Throughout the trip, she ensured that we were comfortable and well taken care of, always attentive to our needs and happy to answer any questions we had. Her friendly and professional demeanor made her a real pleasure to deal with, and we felt like we were in excellent hands the entire time. Thanks to Helen’s expertise and engaging storytelling, we left with a much deeper appreciation of Kosovo and its heritage. We highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a well-organized and informative journey!
        Written 9 January 2025
      • wun
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Wonderful driver & guide
        We did a sightseeing transfer from Sofia to Skopje with Rila Monastery stop on Dec 22. Our driver Igor came on time to pick us and the luggages. He is easy to communicate. He drives within speed limit. We can enjoy the scenic landscape and take many photos along the route. We had one hour stop at Rila Monastery and ample time to see the whole monastery. Igor bring us to a traditional restaurant for lunch. The food is good. He then dropped us safely at the apartment we booked. We had a great experience with Igor. He is always accommodating to our request and smiles all the time. We are happy to have him as our driver. We also booked a full day Best of Skopje with Skopje Daily tours on Dec 23. When we see Igor again as our driver, we happily greeted him. This time he bring a guide Oliver to join us. Oliver speaks perfect English and she is passionate and give us the best of Skopje. She never stop giving us details of history and culture on the sights along the route. We do appreciate her enthusiasm in ensuring we know and understand the sights. After visiting Matka Canyon and St Panteleimon monastery, we wanna get a closer glimpse of the Millenium cross. Igor drove us to a viewpoint. However the cross was covered by clouds and startled to snow. After a traditional lunch, Oliver started walking tour in new and old part of the city. We covered Makedonija Square, Old Bazaar, Stone bridge, Mother Theresa Memorial & end tour in Old Train Station around 5pm. During the walk, we understand deeply on the history and culture that carved Skopje as it is today. Specially thank Oliver for giving us her best.
        Written 5 January 2025
      • Medusa1296
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Excellent
        We thoroughly enjoyed the tour with Mr Zarko. We greatly appreciate his intellect and knowledge, learning a lot about the geopolitics of the region which we like having an understanding of. Of course we also enjoyed the sight-seeing. We also shared literary interests which made the trip so much more enjoyable. Thanks My Zarko, you really made our day. We highly recommend the tour.
        Written 25 December 2024
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      Terry P
      5 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Nov 2020 • Couples
      Our guide Tonny knows the history of not only the Okhrid but overall Macedonia very well which let us know everything we wanted to know about and even the information that you can’t find in Google . He was very polite and taktfull all the time. The mask was on thru the whole day which showed respect. Also He drives the vehicle very safely and the vehicle felt very comfortable for us to sit so we didn’t feel sore after the trip. We didn’t have to think where to go and what to eat . He knew all the things to make our trip wonderful and interesting and he has very good English. I think if we ever come back here we will order the excursions with Tonny.
      Written 15 November 2020
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      Thank you for the review!
      Written 10 July 2021
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      okomee
      Norderstedt, Germany132 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      We just loved the trip with our guide Toni. He was on time to pick us up and it was sooo interesting listening to him telling us so much about the history of North Macedonia. He was very knowledgeable and we learned a lot. His English is impressive and he gave us great advise on what to see and do during our whole stay. Would chose him again, in case we come back!
      Written 6 May 2023
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      Gordana G
      43 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Aug 2024 • Family
      Loved our Tour. We had an amazing day touring Ohrid it was a long day but we saw so much. We loved it. Our tour guide from Skoplje was amazing. We were a family of 5 from Australia, he was very knowledgeable and knew alot about Ohrid and its history. We visited so many churches and he knew a lot of info to educated us. We visited Bay of Bones, Sveti Naum, Ohrid old town. So much walking but so worth it. We learnt so much .
      Written 5 September 2024
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      Sonia S
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Feb 2025 • Family
      Igor and Olivia thank you for two magnificent tours. They took us Ohrid, Millennium cross and Matka canyon in two days. Olivia is very knowledgeable and passionate about history and Igor is so kind and sweet. They both make a great team and took care of us and showed us around their country. You guys are amazing.
      We had so much fun.
      Cant recommend this company enough and ask for Igor and Olivia!
      Written 10 February 2025
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      Goran K
      5 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Feb 2019 • Solo
      Excellent service, excellent company, excellent guide ... everything was as described, I took the Ohrid tour but will do another one with Skopje Daily Tours next visit again. Highly recommended! Smile was an excellent guide.
      Written 15 February 2019
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      Velice T
      Jerrabomberra, Australia2 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2017
      If you want to see the most beautiful fresh water lake in the world then you must allow at least 5-7 days for the ancient city of Ohrid, Republic of Macedonia, situated around one of the biggest and cleanest Lakes in the world. The city itself has a population of about 40000 people which in Summer, the months of June,July and August doubles it self. It has been said that the city has 365 churches, one for every day of the year, beautiful restaurants with authentic Macedonian food as well as accommodation to cater for the rich and not so rich tourists who want to see this gem of the Balkans. There are organised tours of the city as well as the country site and the ancient villages around Ohrid. The night life stops with the break of day light if that what you prefer or maybe a quiet dinner in one of the many restaurants in the CBD. The best way to get to Ohrid from Europe is by the flying to the capital of Macedonia, Skopje and then taking a bus or a taxi or a direct flight from most of the European countries with some of the budget airlines. Please put Ohrid in your calendar next time you visit the Balkans, I’m sure you will love it. See you in Ohrid in 2018, Cao.
      Written 20 May 2018
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      Rehana M
      53 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2021 • Family
      We really enjoyed our day trip to Ohrid. From our pickup till the drop off our guide Miles was attentive and full of information. We learnt so much about Macedonia and Ohrid during our tour.
      Written 22 December 2021
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      Volker H
      2 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Mar 2024 • Solo
      Ohrid is a very beautiful place and absolutely worthwhile visiting. The tourguide, Tony, was very kind and could tell me a lot about the history of this nice place.
      Written 8 March 2024
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      Hi @volkerh570, Thank you for taking a moment to share your experience with Skopje Daily Tours. Our team is so glad to hear that you enjoyed the trip to Ohrid. We made sure to share this feedback with Tony to give him the recognition that he deserves. He was delighted to hear your feedback. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
      Written 25 March 2024
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      Beryl A
      Northampton, UK29 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Sept 2023 • Family
      Very comfortable car. Our driver and guide was Vladamir and he was excellent. He knows so much history and current affairs and is passionate about his homeland. A very enjoyable day.
      Written 8 September 2023
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      Michael P
      Pretoria, South Africa169 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Apr 2023
      The trip was marvelous, largely due to the guide (Shilis) and driver (Dushko).( Both spellings may be wrong.) My wife (80) has difficulty walking far or uphill but they chose our route carefuuly so that we saw every thing and then organized a boat to take us back to where we could get the car.
      We will never forget Dushko holding out his arm for Mary-Lou every time we sterted walking with the words ("Come on girl" ).
      Written 23 April 2023
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      Dear Michael, We are very happy to hear the trip to Ohrid was marvelous and you enjoyed the time spend with our guide and driver. Thank you!
      Written 26 April 2023
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