From Tirana/Durrës: Skopje and Matka Canyon Day Trip From Durrës: Skopje and Matka Canyon Day Trip
ID: GYG1215353-O-1869918
Category:
Country: North Macedonia
Duration:
14:00 hours
Description
Discover Skopje and Matka Canyon on a day trip from Tirana or Durrës. Explore the city’s iconic landmarks on a guided tour, then enjoy a peaceful escape in the stunning Matka Canyon.
Begin with an early morning pickup from your hotel or meeting point in Tirana or Durrës. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle through scenic Balkan landscapes, crossing into Kosovo & North Macedonia.
Upon arrival in Skopje, enjoy a guided walking tour through the city’s most iconic landmarks, where Ottoman history blends seamlessly with modern monuments. See Macedonia Square with its impressive statues and fountains, the famous Stone Bridge, Skopje Old Bazaar, the Mother Teresa Memorial House, and Kale Fortress.
After the guided tour, enjoy free time to relax, have lunch at a traditional restaurant, sip coffee along the Vardar River, or explore local shops and markets.
Aftee that, we continue to Matka Canyon, a spectacular natural wonder just outside Skopje. Surrounded by towering cliffs and crystal-clear waters, the canyon offers a peaceful escape from the city. Take a leisurely walk along scenic paths by the lake, and enjoy plenty of time for photography and relaxation in nature.
In the late afternoon, begin the return trip to Tirana or Durrës, arriving in the evening with unforgettable memories of North Macedonia’s culture and landscapes.
Highlights
- Discover the vibrant city of Skopje on a guided walking tour
- Explore the Skopje Old Bazaar, one of the largest in the Balkans
- Visit the Mother Teresa Memorial House and learn about her life
- Take a leisurely walk along scenic paths by the lake in Matka Canyon
- Enjoy an optional boat ride through the canyon to explore caves
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Passport is required for this tour as we will be crossing the border into Montenegro.
You are fully responsible for ensuring that you have all the necessary travel documents to cross the border. The agency is not liable if you are denied entry.
If you are denied entry, the tour will continue as scheduled.
For detailed information about entry and visa requirements, please refer to the official website of Montenegro 's visa policy.
For any dietary restrictions or special requests, please inform us at the time of booking so we can accommodate your needs accordingly.
The optional boat ride in Matka Canyon is subject to availability and weather conditions.
INCLUDED
- Transport provided
- Professional tour leader
- Hotel pick up in Tirana, Durres
- Hotel drop off in Tirana, Durres,
- Car insurance
- Road taxes
- Petrol
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch, drinks & snacks
- Souvenirs
- Personal spending
- Everything that is not mentioned in the included
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.
