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Ohrid city and lake tour - from Skopje
Skopje, North Macedonia, Europe
$278.97
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Overview
The Ohrid City and Lake Tour from Skopje is a guided full-day adventure to the UNESCO-protected Ohrid and its stunning lake. This journey guarantees memorable experiences every Friday, with lower prices for larger groups.
- 🏞️ Guided exploration of Ohrid's picturesque old town, featuring its numerous churches and monuments, often referred to as the "Macedonian Jerusalem."
- 🕍 Visit the impressive St. Naum Monastery complex, where you can also enjoy a boat ride above the springs of the Black Drim river (available at an extra cost of €5).
- 🏛️ Discover the Ancient Theatre of Ohrid, built in 200 BC, the only Hellenistic-style theater in the country, nestled in the heart of the old town.
- ⛪ Marvel at the unique St. Jovan Kaneo church, a landmark overlooking Lake Ohrid, with origins believed to date back to the 13th century.
- 🌊 Enjoy a scenic afternoon drive along the lake, taking in the beautiful landscapes as you head to the monastery complex of St. Naum.
- 🚐 Pickup and drop-off at any hotel or address within Skopje, ensuring a convenient start and finish to your day.
- 💧 Complimentary bottle of water and Wi-Fi on board during transportation, providing comfort throughout your journey.
- 👨🏫 An English-speaking tour guide will accompany you for the full day, enhancing your understanding of the rich history and culture of the region.
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Ohrid city and lake tour - from Skopje
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 10 hours
- English speaking tour guide for full day (for parties 2-3 persons driver will be a guide as well)
- Pick up / Drop off at any hotel or address within Skopje
- Transportation according the itinerary by car, minivan or van from Skopje to Ohrid and St Naum.
- Visits as described in the program, including entrance fees
- 1 bottle of water per person and Wi Fi on board - complementary
- Gratuities to the driver/guide (not mandatory)
- Boat ride on St Naum - 5 € (to be paid on the spot)
Meeting point
Below the gate
Return details
Below the gate
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OhridBecause 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.
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Lake OhridLake 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.
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Ancient Theatre of OhridRemains 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.
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Tsar Samuel's FortressOhrid 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.
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St. Jovan KaneoSituated 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.
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Monastery of Saint NaumAfternoon 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)
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Ohrid city and lake tour - from Skopje
Skopje, North Macedonia, Europe
$278.97
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!