North Macedonia Week of Hiking Leisure
- Best period: April to November
- Available dates: 2025 season – Now open for bookings!
- Trip duration: 8 days / 5 days of guided hiking
- Group size: Min. 2 – Max. 10 participants per guide
- Min 2 people for guaranteed departure
- Difficulty: Easy – gentle daily walks from 2 to 4 hours
- Experience required: Perfect for nature and culture lovers
Overview
A hiking vacation is the perfect way to truly experience a new corner of the world. Sometimes the greatest beauty can only be appreciated at a slow pace—on two feet, surrounded by stories, landscapes, and local traditions.
On this 8-day small-group adventure, you’ll explore North Macedonia’s most beautiful mountains, valleys, and cultural gems. The journey combines rewarding day hikes with cultural encounters, visits to UNESCO heritage sites, wine tastings, and authentic meals in traditional villages. From the bustling capital of Skopje to the serene shores of Lake Ohrid and the wild beauty of three national parks—Pelister, Galichica, and Mavrovo—you’ll discover both the natural wonders and the warm hospitality that make Macedonia unique.
No technical experience is required, just a moderate fitness level to enjoy 4–5 hours of walking per day. After each hike, relax with delicious food, local wine, and the comfort of welcoming accommodation.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Macedonia
Your guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Skopje. Depending on arrival time, we’ll enjoy a short city tour before gathering for a welcome dinner and trip briefing.
Day 2: Vodno Mountain & Matka Canyon
We begin with a cable car ride to Mount Vodno (1,060 m) and hike down towards the breathtaking Matka Canyon, passing a 14th-century cliffside monastery. After exploring Matka, we transfer to Bitola, Macedonia’s cultural gem.
Distance: 12 km | 3–4 hrs | ↑0 m ↓740 m
Day 3: Pelister National Park: Molika Pines & Bee Farm
A short transfer brings us to Pelister National Park, famous for its 5-needle Molika pines found only in the Balkans. We hike through peaceful forests to scenic viewpoints before enjoying a homemade village lunch and visiting a local bee farm.
Distance: 12 km | 4 hrs | ↑400 m ↓400 m
Day 4: Malovista Village & Pelister Peaks
We hike from Malovista, the only village inside Pelister National Park. The trail passes monasteries, oak forests, and alpine meadows, reaching over 2,000 m with stunning views of Prespa Lake. In the afternoon, we transfer to Ohrid, where we stay for the next 3 nights.
Distance: 10 km | 5 hrs | ↑870 m ↓870 m
Day 5: Rest Day in Ohrid
Guided city tour UNESCO city of Ohrid, visit the monastery St.Naum. Optional activities: Kayaking / SUP / Sailing on Lake Ohrid.
Day 6: Galicica National Park: Villages & Lake Views
Today’s hike connects picturesque mountain villages above Lake Ohrid. From Velestovo, we hike to Elen Peak and descend through old stone villages to the lake. After a cultural visit at the Bay of Bones museum, we enjoy lunch in the fishing village of Trpejca and return to Ohrid by boat.
Distance: 10 km | 3 hrs | ↑130 m ↓310 m
Day 7: Mavrovo National Park & Monasteries
After breakfast, we checked out from the hotel and drove to Mavrovo National Park for a gentle hike from Lazaropole village to Sokolica Peak (1,460 m). We then visit Rostuše Waterfall and the 11th-century St. Jovan Bigorski Monastery before a farewell dinner in Skopje.
Distance: 5 km | 2 hrs | ↑200 m ↓200 m
Day 8: Departure from Skopje
Transfer to Skopje Airport based on your flight schedule—end of the tour.
What’s Included
- Accommodation half board based on double or single occupancy
- All ground transfers
- National park entrance fees
- English-speaking certified guide
Not Included:
- Flights
- Drinks
- Optional activities in Ohrid
- Travel insurance (required)
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| Month | Date 1 | Date 2 | Date 3 | Book |
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| April | 05.04 – 07.04 | 12.04 – 14.04 | 25.04 – 28.04 | Book Now |
| May | 03.05 – 05.05 | 14.05 – 17.05 | 26.05 – 30.05 | Book Now |
| June | 07.06 – 09.06 | 15.06 – 18.06 | 25.06 – 30.06 | Book Now |
| July | 02.07 – 05.07 | 14.07 – 18.07 | 27.07 – 31.07 | Book Now |
| August | 05.08 – 09.08 | 15.08 – 18.08 | 25.08 – 30.08 | Book Now |
| September | 03.09 – 06.09 | 12.09 – 15.09 | 22.09 – 27.09 | Book Now |
