City tour Ohrid
ID: GYG592641-998435
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Pays: Macédoine du Nord
Pays: Macédoine du Nord
Durée du projet: 02:30 horaires
Description
Experience the highlights of Ohrid the "Jerusalem of the Balkan" in a couple of hours and get to know the city.
Ohrid is a treasure trove of historical, cultural, and religious heritage, with roots reaching back to antiquity. Renowned for its distinctive architecture and timeless atmosphere, the city attracts an increasing number of visitors each year—yet it still retains a peaceful, authentic charm as an alternative travel destination. Since 1979, both the Old Town of Ohrid and Lake Ohrid have been proudly listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Your guided walking tour begins in Ohrid’s main square, where you’ll meet your local guide and step into the city’s rich past. Along the way, you’ll discover some of Ohrid’s most iconic landmarks, including the statue of St. Kliment, the lively boulevard, the 13th-century Church of St. Sofia, the ancient amphitheater, and many more hidden gems.
After an optional relaxing coffee break, the tour continues through the enchanting streets of the Old Town, leading you to the world-famous Church of St. John at Kaneo. Perched dramatically on a cliff above the crystal-blue waters of Lake Ohrid, this breathtaking site was famously described by Dutch writer A. den Doolaard as “the place where heaven and earth meet.”
Throughout the tour, your knowledgeable guide will bring Ohrid’s history to life with captivating stories and insights, ensuring a memorable and enriching experience in one of the Balkans’ most beautiful cities.
Optional: at the end you can choose to go back by boat, walk back with the guide or explore the city further on your own.
Interesting fact: Did you know that Ohrid households 365 churches and monasteries dedicated to each day of the year.
Ohrid is a treasure trove of historical, cultural, and religious heritage, with roots reaching back to antiquity. Renowned for its distinctive architecture and timeless atmosphere, the city attracts an increasing number of visitors each year—yet it still retains a peaceful, authentic charm as an alternative travel destination. Since 1979, both the Old Town of Ohrid and Lake Ohrid have been proudly listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Your guided walking tour begins in Ohrid’s main square, where you’ll meet your local guide and step into the city’s rich past. Along the way, you’ll discover some of Ohrid’s most iconic landmarks, including the statue of St. Kliment, the lively boulevard, the 13th-century Church of St. Sofia, the ancient amphitheater, and many more hidden gems.
After an optional relaxing coffee break, the tour continues through the enchanting streets of the Old Town, leading you to the world-famous Church of St. John at Kaneo. Perched dramatically on a cliff above the crystal-blue waters of Lake Ohrid, this breathtaking site was famously described by Dutch writer A. den Doolaard as “the place where heaven and earth meet.”
Throughout the tour, your knowledgeable guide will bring Ohrid’s history to life with captivating stories and insights, ensuring a memorable and enriching experience in one of the Balkans’ most beautiful cities.
Optional: at the end you can choose to go back by boat, walk back with the guide or explore the city further on your own.
Interesting fact: Did you know that Ohrid households 365 churches and monasteries dedicated to each day of the year.
Faits saillants
- Our guide brings Ohrid’s 2,000-year history, churches, and legends to life.
- Save time and avoid guesswork, get the best highlights in a relaxed walk.
- Learn about the background of the most popular Macedonian destination.
- Child & Senior discount
Langues
INFORMATION IMPORTANTE
Kindly wear comfortable shoes.
During warm weather it’s recommended to use sunscreen and bring enough drinking water.
At the end you can choose to go back by boat (at own cost), walk back with the guide or explore the city further on your own.
Kindly make your way to the Saint Clement statue in the center of Ohrid, located at St. Clement Square. Our meeting time is 09:45, and this will be the designated meeting point.
During warm weather it’s recommended to use sunscreen and bring enough drinking water.
At the end you can choose to go back by boat (at own cost), walk back with the guide or explore the city further on your own.
Kindly make your way to the Saint Clement statue in the center of Ohrid, located at St. Clement Square. Our meeting time is 09:45, and this will be the designated meeting point.
INCLUS
- English speaking guide.
- Confirmation in max. 12 hours and pickup time.
NON INCLUS
- Additional food and (alcoholic) drinks.
- Transfer from accommodation and starting point.
- Entrance fees.
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Annulations
Cette excursion peut être annulée sans frais jusqu'à : heures d'annulation avant le début du voyage. Si vous l'annulez après les heures d'annulation ou si vous ne vous présentez pas à l'excursion, le prix total de l'activité vous sera toujours facturé. Tout retard à la prise en charge ou au départ sera considéré comme un retard.