Private Skopje Tour with Visit to Vodno Mountain and Matka Valley
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Private Skopje Tour with Visit to Vodno Mountain and Matka Valley
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Highlights
Spend a day visiting surroundings of Skopje! This tour is a perfect combination if you like nature combined with culture.
Morning visit to Matka canyon and unforgettable boat ride to the entrance of cave Vrelo, one of the deepest underwater caves in Europe.
Afternoon drive to Vodno mountain with visit to St Panteleimon monastery and with cable car to the top of the mountain and Millennium cross.
Itinerary
Matka Canyon
2 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeMatka is one of the most popular outdoor destinations in Macedonia and is home to several medieval monasteries. The Matka Lake within the Matka Canyon is the oldest artificial lake in the country. A lot of possibilities to escape from city life here - you can take a boat trip to the entrance of cave Vrelo or alternatively, hop aboard a kayak or raft and see river Treska canyon by water. Or simply you can walk along the lake and enjoy the nature.Vrelo Cave
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedBoat trip to cave vrelo Vrelo Cave has many stalactites including a large one in the middle of the cave known as the "Pine Cone" due to its shape. There are two lakes at the end of the cave, with one larger than the other. The smaller lake is 8 metres at its longest length and 14.92 metres in depth at its deepest point. The larger lake is 35 metres at its longest length, and 18 metres at its deepest pointMountain of Vodno
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeVodno is a mountain located in the northern part of the country, to the southwest of the capital city Skopje. The highest point of the mountain is at Krstovar peak, on 1066 meters and the submontane is on 337 meters.Church of St. Panteleimon
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedNear the village of Gorno Nerezi and only 20 min drive from Skopje city center, high on the forested slopes of Vodno mountain, the 12th century church of St. Panteleimon is founded. It is one of the oldest and most important churches in Macedonia, built and painted in 1164 under the patronage of Byzantine Prince Alexios Komnenos whose name is made immortal by being carved in marble, right above the entrance in the church. It was dedicated to St. Panteleimon, the protector of health.Millennium Cross
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedThe Millennium Cross is a 66-metre tall cross situated on the top of Vodno Mountain, above the capital city of Skopje. It is one of the tallest crosses in the world and It was constructed to serve as a memorial for 2,000 years of Christianity in Macedonia and to honour biblical passages citing the evangelization activities of St. Paul within the region. The monument has become a symbol associated with or representing Skopje. As a landmark, the cross has turned into a tourist destination with the best observation point to see the panorama of the capital city. Cable car fee is included Cable car is not operating on Mondays and every last Thursday of the month.
What's included
INCLUDED
Admission to Vrelo Cave
Private transportation with air conditioned car or van according the itinerary;
1 bottle of water per person and WiFi on board - complementary
Boat trip on Matka lake - 1 hour;
Pick up/Drop off at any address within Skopje
Visits inside: St Panteleimon monastery, including entrance fee and Cable car fee
Services of an English speaking tour guide (for parties 2-3 pax, guide will be a driver)
Admission to Millenium Cross
NOT INCLUDED
Gratuities for the guide (not obligatory)
Personal travel insurance
Customer reviews
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Location
Address
Street 1, Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia 1000
Provider
Visit Macedonia DMC
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