Private Tours North Macedonia

Highlights

• Lake Ohrid and Its Surroundings
  A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lake Ohrid is one of Europe’s oldest and deepest lakes. Its picturesque surroundings include the Church of Saint John in Kaneo, perched on a cliff overlooking the lake, and the serene Monastery of Saint Naum, a spiritual and natural wonder located near the lake’s springs.
• The Ohrid-Prespa Region and Galičica National Park
  This stunning region connects Lake Ohrid and Lake Prespa with the breathtaking Galičica National Park. The park offers panoramic views, diverse flora and fauna, and excellent hiking opportunities.
• The Old Bazaar in Skopje
  Located in the capital, the Old Bazaar is the largest open market in the Balkans. This vibrant area is a hub of history, culture, and trade, with its cobbled streets, mosques, hammams, and artisan shops.
• Bitola – The “City of Consuls”
  Known for its rich history and multicultural heritage, Bitola boasts elegant neoclassical buildings, the lively Širok Sokak pedestrian street, and the nearby ancient ruins of Heraclea Lyncestis, a former Roman city.
• Treskavec Monastery
  Perched high in the mountains near Prilep, the Treskavec Monastery offers breathtaking views and spiritual serenity. It’s renowned for its medieval frescoes and tranquil, remote setting.
• Tikveš – The Winery Heartland of Macedonia
  The Tikveš region is North Macedonia’s premier wine destination, producing high-quality wines for centuries. Enjoy vineyard tours, tastings of local varieties like Vranec, and traditional Macedonian hospitality.

Fun facts

• Lake Ohrid: A Natural Wonder
  Lake Ohrid is not only one of the oldest lakes in the world, estimated to be over 1 million years old, but also one of Europe’s deepest, reaching depths of around 288 meters (945 feet).
• Peaceful Transition During Yugoslavia’s Breakup
  North Macedonia was one of the few former Yugoslav republics to achieve independence peacefully, avoiding the violent conflicts that affected other regions during the breakup in the early 1990s.
• A Mountain Lover’s Paradise
  North Macedonia has more mountains and peaks per square kilometer than any other country in the world, with over 34 mountain ranges and numerous peaks above 2,000 meters (6,562 feet).
• World-Class Wineries
  The country is renowned for its wine production, particularly from the Tikveš region, where both red and white wines are crafted with exceptional quality. Macedonian wines, like the robust Vranec, rival those from France and Italy.