Weekend in Skopje

4.5

Location: Macedonia

Activity: Countryside Tours, Sightseeing

Languages spoken: English

Duration: 2 days

Difficulty: Easy

Minimum age: 3

Person (12-90)

450.00 €

Child (3)

150.00 €

Total price 450.00 €

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Good to know: You can only buy this activity for 12 persons at a time. If you require more places, kindly place more orders.

Duration: 2 days

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Available from: 23/11/2024

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Highlights

Spend a dazzling weekend in Skopje
Including 2 nights accommodation at 4* hotel in Skopje city center
Day tour to Kosovo
Day tour to Ohrid
More persons booked at once - lower price apply

All about the trip

If you would like to spend a weekend in Skopje, this tour is a perfect option to see some more - Ohrid and Ohrid lake. UNESCO sites and the youngest European country Kosovo, joining our scheduled day tours.

This tour also includes 2 nights accommodation at 4* centrally located hotel in Skopje. On the last day, we can drop you at Skopje airport or you can have an additional tour to Matka lake near Skopje.

Please see the Itinerary section for a detailed description of the tour.

Solo traveler? No problem! We have an option for you - ask for more information before you book.

What is included in the price

Transportation according to the itinerary by car, minivan or minibus
1 night accommodation at 4* centrally located hotel in Skopje (including breakfast)
1 x full-day tour to Kosovo
1 x full-day tour to Tikvesh wine region including wine tasting
Experienced English-speaking local tour guide (for parties 1-3 pax guide will be a driver as well)
Visits as described in the program, including admission fees
1 complimentary bottle of water per person and WiFi on board

What is not included in the price

Supplement for accommodation in SGL room - 40 € (to be paid on spot)
"Solo traveler tour supplement" - if you are a solo traveler please contact us for more information before you book
Additional tour to Matka on Monday (if required) with a supplement
Pre or post tour accommodation (we can offer it with supplement)
Gratuities to the driver/guide (not mandatory)
Personal travel insurance
Personal spends during the tour

Instructions

Guaranteed departures (You book - You go), which means that you will join a group of other travelers.

Child price valid only when accompanied by two adults.

On request, we offer private airport transfers under the special price of only 15 € per person / per way.

What to take with you?

A small bag or rucksack
Personal ID or Passport
Additional drinking water
Energy snacks
Sun protection, e.g. a hat or sun cream

Itinerary

SATURDAY: Day tour to Kosovo
	Day tour to visit so-called, “the youngest European country”. Kosovo border is less than 30 minutes from Skopje city center. You will have a chance to visit the Kosovo capital - Pristina, the picturesque town of Prizren and the unique Orthodox church at Grachanica village.
	Grachanica monastery built by the Serbian king Stefan Milutin in 1321 on the ruins of a 6th-century basilica. The monastery was declared a Monument of Culture of Exceptional Importance and in 2006 it was placed on UNESCO's World Heritage List under the Medieval Monuments in Kosovo. The monastery is dedicated to Holly virgin. Pristina - the capital and largest city of Kosovo, also is the administrative center of the country. Optional visit to the Ethnology Museum (entrance fee apply).
	The picturesque town of Prizren, with its old bazaar, possibility to visit Sinan Pasha mosque.
	And for those who like light hike, possibility to climb to the Prizren fortress with a nice view of the valley. Drive back to Skopje via mountain road across Shara Park (subject of weather conditions) Arrival in Skopje in the evening. Overnight in Skopje.
SUNDAY: Day tour to Tikvesh wine region
	The day tour starts at 09:00 with visit to nearby mountain Vodno and the monastery of St Panteleimon dating from 12th century. Drive on the main highway towards Tikvesh wine region, with stop and visit to the biggest Roman archeological site - Stobi.
	Upon arrival in Tikvesh wine region, you will be invited to tast some of the best wines produced in the region accompanied with 3 course local lunch at the winery restaurant.
	Later on, transfer back to Skopje and arrival in Skopje early in the evening. Overnight in Skopje.
MONDAY: Departure
	Depending on your flight schedule private transfer to Skopje airport.
	If your flight is in the afternoon, possibility to have Matka lake tour in the morning (with a supplement)

Where do we meet and where will the trip end?

Meeting place:

You will be picked up and dropped off at your hotel in Skopje. Please let us know the name of your hotel during the booking process.

Final destination:

Same as the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy - Benevolent

Cancellation more than 4 days prior to the starting date. Clients are automatically refunded the full booking price.
Cancellation within 48 to 96 hours prior to the starting date. Clients are entitled to a 50% refund of the booking price.
Cancellation less than 48 hours prior to the starting date. No refunds.

The full Terms and Conditions are available on our website.

This activity is organised by Visit Macedonia Incoming Tour, 3b Angel Dinev str. 2, Skopje, 1000, Macedonia, + 389 2 3098 314, stefan@visitmacedonia.mk.