From Skopje: 5-Day Hiking Tour with Accommodation
ID: GYG492036-871635
Category:
Country: North Macedonia
Duration:
5 days
Description
Join us on an unforgettable hiking tour around the breathtaking Ohrid and Prespa Lakes, nestled within the stunning Galicica and Pelister National Parks in Macedonia.
Day 1 Transfer Skopje to Ohrid and group welcome meeting in Ohrid. Walking sightseeing around the UNESCO protected old town followed by free time. Overnight in Ohrid (Villa Mal Sv Kliment or similar villa)
Included: Entrance fees
Activities: Sightseeing in old town of Ohrid; Free time in Ohrid
Optional: Lunch and dinner
Day 2 Transfer Ohrid to Galicica national park / Hike to Mt. Magaro (2.240m asl) / Leisure time in the village of Trpejca / transfer Galicica national park to Ohrid / Overnight in Ohrid (Villa Mal Sv Kliment or similar villa) (distance: 4.67 miles / ascent: 687m / descent: 674m)
Included: Breakfast; Entrance fees
Activities: Hike in Galicica national park; Visit of village of Trpejca
Optional: Lunch and dinner
Day 3 Transfer Ohrid to Gorna Belica / Hike to Crn Kamen (2.257m asl)-Vevcanska Lokva / transfer Gorna Belica to Prespa (enroute visit of Struga) / Leisure time in the village of Dolno Dupeni / Overnight at Villa Prespa (distance: 7.45 miles / ascent: 900m / descent: 900m)
Included: Breakfast
Activities: Hike on Mt. Jablanica; visit of the city of Struga
Optional: Lunch and dinner
Day 4 Rest day in Prespa or Hike in the area of Dolno Dupeni (Sv Ilija-St.Ana-Dupeni Beach-Villa Prespa) / Dinner and overnight at Villa Prespa (distance: 6.45 miles / ascent: 215m / descent: 225m)
Included: Breakfast and dinner
Activities: Hike in area of Dolno Dupeni; Beach time on Lake Prespa
Optional: Lunch
Day 5 Transfer Prespa-Pelister national park / Jorgov Kamen (1.734m asl)-Crveni Steni (1.773m asl) / visit of Bitola / transfer Bitola to Skopje (distance: 10.32 miles / ascent: 569m / descent: 558m)
Included: Breakfast; Entrance fees
Activities: Hike in Pelister national park; visit of the city of Bitola
Optional: Lunch and dinner
Highlights
- True communion with Macedonian nature, blending adventure and serenity
- Traverse terrains of Galicica National Park with great views over both lakes
- Explore the less touristy east coast of Lake Prespa (hikes to ancient churches)
- Experience the warm hospitality of locals in Trpejca and Dolno Dupeni
- Pelister National Park will enchant you with its ancient forests and alpine mead
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Transportation with minivan (group 4-7 participants) or van (8-12 participants) with dedicated driver (start and finish in Skopje)
- Licensed and experienced hiking tour guide fluent in English
- Accommodation for 4 overnights in double/twin occupancy at boutique properties in Ohrid (2n) and Prespa (2n) on BB basis
- Homecooked dinner with locals in Dolno Dupeni (beverages included)
- Walking sightseeing tour in the old town of Ohrid
- Entrance fees in Galicica and Pelister national parks
- Trip organization and assistance by Macedonia Experience
NOT INCLUDED
- Flights
- Lunches and dinners
- Individual expenses
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
