3-Day Skopje & Ohrid Tour: Discover North Macedonia

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202 €

Based on 2 adults

Created: Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Destinations: Skopje, North Macedonia , Ohrid, North Macedonia

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Discover the highlights of Macedonia with this short Self Drive adventure, combining the vibrant capital Skopje and the serene beauty of Ohrid. Enjoy the freedom of traveling at your own pace with your rental car included, starting conveniently from Skopje Airport.

Itinerary:

Day 1 – Arrival & Skopje Exploration

Pick up your rental car at Skopje Airport and head to your hotel in the city. Explore Skopje’s mix of old and new — from the Old Bazaar and Stone Bridge to Mount Vodno and Matka Canyon.

Evening Experience – Macedonian Wine & Dine

In the evening, treat yourself to a six-course gourmet dinner paired with six Macedonian wines. This unique experience features indigenous varieties like Žilavka, Smederevka, Stanushina, Prokupec, and Vranec Reserva, complemented by avant-garde local dishes such as cheese in filo pastry, wild mushroom risotto, and pork with leeks. The tasting ends with the aromatic Temjanika wine and a signature apple dessert — a true celebration of Macedonian gastronomy.

Overnight in Skopje.

Day 2 – Drive to Ohrid (approx. 3 hrs)

Set out on a scenic drive toward Ohrid, passing through picturesque landscapes and charming villages. In Ohrid, discover the UNESCO-listed Old Town, Lake Ohrid, and its iconic churches.

End your day in Ohrid with a relaxing sunset cruise on Lake Ohrid. Board your boat and sail from the historic center to the middle of the lake, enjoying panoramic views of the city, the famous Church of St. John at Kaneo, and the surrounding mountains. Sip a glass of sparkling wine or juice as you watch the city transform from day to sunset and into the night. Stay connected with onboard Wi-Fi and enjoy additional drinks from the boat’s bar.

Overnight in Ohrid.

Day 3 – Return Journey

After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely morning by the lake before driving back to Skopje or continuing your travels. Drop off the car at Skopje Airport.

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25 Oct

1. Skopje

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About the destination: Skopje is the capital and largest city in the Republic of Macedonia, as well as its political, cultural, economic and academic centre. Skopje is a new city, though one exhibiting architectural creativity. A major trade centre during the Roman and Ottoman Empires, the city was almost completely destroyed by a 1963 earthquake. There are reminders of Skopje’s past which, together with its contemporary wonders, deserve a look. Skopje is located on the upper course of the Vardar River and is a major north-south Balkan route between Central Europe and Athens. Overlooking the city is a large fortress that dominates the skyline over the Old Town. The Kale Fortress is on the highest point of the city and overlooks the river Vardar. After the earthquake of 1963, only a few restored walls, the main gateway and two towers remained. The present-day ruins date back from the 10th century enlargement of the fort under Tsar Samoil. One of the most famous landmarks in Skopje is the Kameni Most, or Stone Bridge. It straddles the river in the middle of town close by the city’s central square,Macedonia Square, and is something of a city icon, being featured on the town crest. The Old Bazaar or Carsija is a very interesting part of the city and is its oldest part. The Carsija is separated from the city by The Stone Bridge. During the daytime, it is a hustling community of craftsmen creating leather, copper and clothes, restaurants, café and bars, and interesting cultural sites, including churches, mosques and museums. In the evenings, the bars and restaurants are busy with customers and live music is played. There is a large concentration of cafes along the river from Macedonia Square, which seem to be full of almost unbelievably fashionable people eating and drinking. Affordable and refreshingly accommodating, Skopje is a city of many cultures and is well worth a visit.

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25 Oct

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1 Night

3-Day Self Drive: Skopje & Ohrid Escape

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