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By Cosmopolitan Skopje Tours

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
The previous price was AU$51 and current price is AU$40 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Early start to visit Matka Canyon before the big crowds arrive
    • Travel in a small group for a more authentic local experience
    • Enjoy a traditional Macedonian breakfast of champions in a local setting
    • Ride up Mount Vodno to the impressive Millennium Cross with nice view of Skopje.
    • Visit 12th-century Church of St. Panteleimon, known for its Byzantine frescoes.

Activity location

    • Skopje
    • Skopje, Greater Skopje, North Macedonia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Luj Paster 3A, Skopje 1000, North Macedonia | Meet us in the front yard of Espresso bar "Podvig" located behind the Church of Sts. Constantine and Helena, in the heart of Skopje city center.
    • Skopje, Greater Skopje, North Macedonia

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Adventure: Canyon Matka, St. Panteleimon, Mt. Vodno & Lunch

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
AU$50.78
AU$39.61 x 1 AdultAU$39.61
Total
The previous price was AU$50.78 and current price is AU$39.61
22% off

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Transport by air-conditioned vehicles
  • Inclusions
    English-speaking local Guide
  • Inclusions
    Free time for exploration and photos
  • Inclusions
    Macedonian "Breakfast of Champions" included in the price ( If you book this trip - come hungry :)))
  • Inclusions
    WiFi on board
  • Inclusions
    Visiting St. Andrew's Monastery
  • Exclusions
    Boat trip to Cave Vrelo (8 euros or 500 MKD) or Kayaking (5 euros - 300 MKD) per hour (optional)
  • Exclusions
    Entry fee to The Church of Saint Panteleimon (2 euros - 120 MKD) (optional)
  • Exclusions
    Cable car ticket 100 den/1.5 euros

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • Escape the city and discover the most beautiful natural and cultural highlights around Skopje on this carefully designed small-group experience.

    Meet us in the front yard of Espresso bar “Podvig” (currently under renovation), and begin an unforgettable day exploring hidden gems, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic local traditions.

    We start early in the morning to reach Matka Canyon before the biggest crowds arrive, allowing you to enjoy its peaceful atmosphere, stunning scenery, and crystal-clear waters in a more relaxed and authentic way.

    Before exploring the canyon, we begin the experience with our famous Macedonian “Breakfast of Champions” served outdoors in a cosy riverside spot surrounded by nature. Make sure to arrive hungry — this is not a light breakfast :))

    After breakfast, you’ll explore the breathtaking beauty of Matka Canyon, walk along scenic paths, take a peaceful boat ride through the canyon, and visit the famous Vrelo Cave — considered one of the deepest underwater caves in the world.

    The journey then takes us to the beautiful Church of St. Panteleimon, a remarkable 12th-century Byzantine church famous for its unique frescoes, history, and peaceful surroundings.

    To finish the experience, we head to Mount Vodno and take the cable car up to the iconic Millennium Cross, where spectacular panoramic views over Skopje and the surrounding mountains await.

    We intentionally keep our groups small to create a more personal, comfortable, and interactive experience where guests never feel rushed or overcrowded.

Location

Activity location

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    • Skopje
    • Skopje, Greater Skopje, North Macedonia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Luj Paster 3A, Skopje 1000, North Macedonia | Meet us in the front yard of Espresso bar "Podvig" located behind the Church of Sts. Constantine and Helena, in the heart of Skopje city center.
    • Skopje, Greater Skopje, North Macedonia