Ohrid city and lake tour - from Skopje
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About the Activity
Every Friday we operate this guided full-day tour to the UNESCO protected Ohrid and Ohrid Lake, the most famous tourist destination in Macedonia. You book - You go, Guaranteed departures. More persons booked at once - lower price apply. Explore the picturesque Ohrid old town and its churches and monuments. Visit the impressive St. Naum monastery complex and source of Black Drim river at Galichica National park.10 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
1 bottle of water per person and Wi Fi on board - complementary
Visits as described in the program, including entrance fees
Transportation according the itinerary by car, minivan or van from Skopje to Ohrid and St Naum.
Pick up / Drop off at any hotel or address within Skopje
English speaking tour guide for full day (for parties 2-3 persons driver will be a guide as well)
Boat ride on St Naum - 5 € (to be paid on the spot)
Gratuities to the driver/guide (not mandatory)
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Ohrid
Ohrid, Republic of North MacedoniaBecause of the religious importance and its numerous churches and monasteries, Ohrid is also famous under the name “Macedonian Jerusalem”. According the history facts, there used to be 365 churches - a church for each day! In 12th century, the city was also the seat of Archbishop of Ohrid.
Since 1979 the city and the lake of Ohrid are under protection of UNESCO.3 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Lake Ohrid
, Ohrid, Republic of North MacedoniaLake Ohrid is a lake which straddles the mountainous border between the southwestern part of Macedonia and eastern Albania. It is the Europe's deepest and oldest lakes, with a unique aquatic ecosystem of worldwide importance, with more than 200 endemic species
Macedonia's side of Lake Ohrid was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1979, with the site being extended to also include the cultural and historic area of Ohrid in 1980. In 2010, NASA named one of Titan's lakes after it. In 2014, the Ohrid-Prespa Transboundary Reserve between Albania and Macedonia was added to UNESCO's World Network of Biosphere Reserves. Albania’s side of Lake Ohrid was also designated UNESCO world heritage status in 2019. North Macedonia's portion was designated as a protected Ramsar site in 2021, passing all nine criteria for proclamation.
In Albania, the coastal portion of the lake holds Managed Nature Reserve status. In Macedonia, a portion of the lakeside is part of the Galičica National Park.3 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Ancient Theatre of Ohrid
Old Town, Ohrid, Republic of North Macedonia, 6000Remains of the Ancient theatre could be found in the heart of Ohrid old town. The Ancient theatre of Ohrid was built in 200 BC and is the only Hellenistic-type theatre in the country, as the other three in Scupi, Stobi and Heraklea Lynkestis are from Roman times. It is unclear how many people the original theater used to seat, as only the lower section still exists. The open theater has a perfect location: the two hills that surround it keep it protected from winds that could interfere with acoustics during performances.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Tsar Samuel's Fortress
Kuzman Kapidan, Ohrid, Republic of North MacedoniaOhrid fortress is known as "Samuilova tvrdina" or The fortress of Tsar Samuil. it is on the highest part of the hill where Ohrid is situated. According to recent excavations by Macedonian archaeologists, it was contended that this fortress was built on the place of an earlier fortification, dated to the 4th century BC, which was probably built by King Philip II of Macedonia.15 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location5
St. Jovan Kaneo
Kaneo Plaosnik Pateka, , Ohrid, Republic of North Macedonia, 6000Situated on a small cliff right above the lake, this unique church is landmark of Ohrid. Saint John the Theologian, Kaneo or simply Saint John at Kaneo is a Macedonian Orthodox church overlooking Lake Ohrid. The church is dedicated to John of Patmos, the writer of Revelation, who has been by some considered to be the same person as John the Apostle. The construction date of the church remains unknown but documents detailing the church property suggest that it was built before the year 1447. Archaeologists believe that the church was constructed some time before the rise of the Ottoman Empire very likely in the 13th century. 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location6
Monastery of Saint Naum
Ohrid, Republic of North MacedoniaAfternoon drive along the lake to the monastery complex of St Naum which is located on the south part of Ohrid lake and it is part of Galichica national park. Near the monastery, which is founded by St. Naum at 9th century, you can enjoy a boat ride above the springs of the river Black Drim which flows into Ohrid lake (with supplement, to be paid on the spot)30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
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Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Travelers will be picked up 15 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Child rate applies only when sharing with two paying adults
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Skopje time to receive 100% refund.
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