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Half-Day Tour from Skopje: Millennium Cross and Matka Canyon
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4 Hours
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Offered in: English
Overview
If you enjoy being in nature and want to know and see more than the usual, experience what every tourist does in Skopje. Go beyond Skopje’s surrounding beauties and visit Millennium Cross and Canyon Matka. After a short cable-car system reach the Millennium Cross on the top of Mount Vodno, for a spectacular panoramic view of Skopje. Visit the nearby village of Gorno Nerezi and the St. Pantelejmon church, to witness the frescoes that are among the highest achievements in existing Byzantine art. Before returning to Skopje, travel to Matka canyon, one of the most popular outdoors destinations in the surrounding of Skopje.
What's Included
- Local English speaking guide
- Transport by private vehicle
- Cable-car ride to Millennium Cross
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Meals and drinks
- Entrance tickets
- Optional boat ride on canyon Matka
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
Meeting And Pickup
What To Expect
Skopje Fortress Kale
The Skopje Fortress, commonly referred to as Kale, is a historic fortress located in the old town of Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia. It is located in Centar municipality and situated on the highest point in the city overlooking the Vardar River.
• Admission Ticket Free
Millennium Cross
Millennium Cross on Vodno mountain in North Macedonia. It is 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.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Church of St. Panteleimon
The Church of St. Panteleimon in Gorno Nerezi, North Macedonia, is a small 12th-century Byzantine church located in a monastery complex. The church and monastery are dedicated to St. Panteleimon, the patron saint of physicians.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Matka Canyon
Matka is a canyon located west of central Skopje, North Macedonia. Covering roughly 5,000 hectares, Matka 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.
1 Hours 30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Porta Macedonia aka Gate Macedonia
Porta Macedonia is a triumphal arch located on Pella Square in Skopje, North Macedonia. Construction started in 2011 and was completed in January 2012. The arch is 21 meters in height
• Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Instant Confirmation
- Please arrive at least 5 minutes prior to the start of the tour
- Tour operates rain or shine, hot or cold, year round.
Operated by Skopje Daily Tours - See you in a day!
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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