Top Ohrid Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Warm and welcoming wine experience in the heart of nature and the calmness of the St. Cosmas and Damian Monastery. We invite you to visit our beautiful winery and savor some of the best wines from estate’s portfolio, paired with local products from Macedonia’s fields. During the wine tasting, the guide will explain the traditional philosophy and criteria behind the making of our vintages. A well explained visit at the monastery of St. Cosmas and Damian is also included in the trip, along with a walk around the winery and cellar. Organized transfer from your accommodation to the winery and back is included in the tour price.

Discover the UNESCO-listed landscapes of Lake Ohrid on this private tour and explore the entire lakeside in one day. Visit historic sites including St. Naum Monastery and the Bay of Bones, cross the Albanian border to the lakefront towns of Tushemishte and Pogradec, and see the Poetry Bridge and the Old Bazaar in Struga.

With just one day to explore the lakeside resort of Ohrid, a private tour means you can customize your itinerary and enjoy the undivided attention of your guide. This full-day tour checks off all the highlights of the UNESCO-listed town, including St. Naum Monastery, Samoil’s fortress, the Bay of Bones, and magnificent views of Lake Ohrid.

Cross the border from Macedonia for a chance to explore Albania on this private tour. Depart from Ohrid and head towards Tirana, Albania’s capital, to visit the National Archeological Museum, the Communist Enver Hoxha Museum, and the Et’hem Bej Mosque. Then, head to the Albanian coast to explore the amphitheater and archeological museum of Durres before heading back to Macedonia.

In this tour we are going to visit the city of poetry Struga, make a short tour and continue to the villages of Kalishta, Radozda and Vevcani. In these beautiful authentic villages we will visit the cave churches and the magnificent springs in Vevchani.

The city of Ohrid is one of Macedonia’s most important cities. Embark on a walking tour of the Old Town and discover the city’s main attractions with a private tour guide. Visit the Church of St. Sophia, the ancient theater, the National Ohrid Museum, and the famous St. Jovan Kaneo Church. Throughout the tour, your guide provides context on the history and culture of Macedonia.

The St. Naum Monastery is located on the southern shores of Lake Ohrid. Rather than taking a car or bus, enjoy a scenic boat ride from Ohrid to the monastery. Climb aboard your vessel and sail across the calm waters while listening to music and purchasing drinks from the bar. When you arrive, explore the monastery on your own or hire a guide to explain the history.

This day tour from Ohrid takes you to a Christian pilgrimage location in the north of Greece—Meteora. Avoid the paperwork and hassle of organizing car hire, and enjoy a stress-free day with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle to Meteora, then discover the area's magnificent ancient monasteries. The tour also factors in time to stop off in the nearby towns of either Kalabaka or Kastriki.

With a local, English-speaking guide, explore Skopje, the capital of Macedonia. Learn about the city’s storied history of Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman rule, and see both the old and new parts of the city. The tour hits several highlights including the Stone Bridge, Matka Canyon, Skopje Fortress, the Archaeological Museum of Macedonia, and much more.

Why not visit an extra country? Until not so long ago, it was impossible to visit Albania because of a strict communistic regime. It was even called “North Korea” of Europe. However nowadays, the country is liberated, you will have the opportunity to see the differences between the neighbors, North Macedonia and Albania. Trace the visible remaining’s of the dictatorship that ruled Albania together. By bus you will be brought to the city of Pogradec and take a coffee break before exploring the city further. Afterwards you will enjoy a lunch and further your journey towards the idyllic fishing village of Lin. Active yourself with a short walk in the nature surrounding this village. Afterwards travel back to North Macedonia via the other side of the lade and make a last stop in the city of Struga. Here you will see the forming of the river “the Black Drim”. Interesting note: While making a lap around lake Ohrid, be aware how the colors of the water changes while driving.

You will see the best of Ohrid, have a walking city tour of Ohrid, after that we visit the museum of water - Bay of Bones and by end of the tour - wonderfully monastery St. Naum, about 28km from Ohrid city center

Experience the lush landscapes of Macedonia as you explore Galicica National Park on an exciting ATV tour. Join a small group and zip along a mix of rugged terrain and asphalt. Visit small villages, climb mountain peaks, enjoy splendid lake views, and much more over the course of the day. Halfway through your tour, enjoy a delicious picnic lunch complete with beautiful mountain views.

If you’re up for a challenging adventure, then hike the Magaro Peak on this full-day excursion from Ohrid. With a private hiking guide, reach the highest peak on Galichica Mountain where you can enjoy stunning views of Lake Prespa and Lake Ohrid as well as Macedonia and Albania. So get your adrenaline pumping and enjoy this moderate to challenging trek.

Discover the Macedonian capital of Skopje on this full-day tour from Ohrid and explore at your own pace on a private tour. Visit sights including Skopje Fortress, Mustafa Pasha Mosque, the Stone Bridge, and the Memorial House of Mother Teresa; walk around the atmospheric Old Town and Old Bazaar, and admire views along the Vardar River.

Cross the border to Albania on a day trip from Ohrid, and discover some of Europe’s most untouched landscapes. You’ll visit the lake towns of Pogradec and Pustec, pass through expanses of national parkland, and learn about rural life in the region from the best source, a guide who knows the area well. Even better: The tour is private, so you have the full attention of the guide for your personal group.

Leave Macedonia to visit Albania and Greece in just one day. While close by, the three neighboring countries each have their own distinct cultures and this tour offers an easy way to experience them all. With a private guide, you'll visit the small yet modern town of Korca in Albania, and then continue to lakeside Kastoria in Greece where nature abounds.

The North Macedonian city of Ohrid is known for its medieval Old Town, historic churches, and stunning lakeside setting. On this tour, get to know the city and take in all the highlights with a local guide. Visit landmarks including Samoil’s fortress, the Church of St. John at Kaneo, and St. Sofija church; browse the stalls at the Charsija bazaar; and enjoy views across Lake Ohrid.

See more of the region during your time in Macedonia when you take this day trip from Ohrid to Albania. With a private guide, drive to the neighboring country for a tour of Tiran and the historic city of Kruja. See the most important sights of the Albanian capital, like the archaeological museum and Ethem Bay Mosque, and explore the 15th-century Kruja Castle to learn about its resistance against the Ottomans.

Explore Macedonia’s beautiful Lake Ohrid in a relaxing way when you rent a stand-up paddleboard (SUP). This rental gives you the freedom to paddle at your own pace and discover the parts of the lake that interest you the most. See endemic species, go for a swim, enjoy some quiet time on the water, and much more.

Discover the historic town of Bitola on this full-day tour from Ohrid and benefit from the expertise of a private guide. Explore the ancient ruins of Heraclea Lynceststis, stroll down the bustling main street of Shirok Sokak, and visit sights such as the Old Bazaar, the Green Market, the Clock Tower and Yeni Mosque.

Our most beloved and sold excursion starts from the harbor of Ohrid. On calm lake water the boat will bring you to the Island of Saint Naum. The wonderful view along the road is full of gems, like the ‘Bay of Bones’, idyllic fishing villages and historical buildings. This boat tour will also reveal the beautiful colors of Lake Ohrid and the rocky cliffs surrounding it. After arrival visit the whopping 9th century monastery of St. Naum, where you will learn the origin of the Cyrillic writings and the secrets of St. Naum and predecessors. Before discovering the island by yourself, you will enjoy a rowing boat trip over the springs of the Black Drim, known for her pure and untouched natural beauty. Afterwards you will have the chance to explore the island on your own and at the end you will be brought back to your accommodation. Summary: This day you will remember as a relaxing mixture of nature and culture.

Sample the seafood of Boka Bay and explore by water and land on this private tour. Depart from your accommodation in an air-conditioned vehicle and take in views of the bay. Go on a boat tour to Our Lady of the Rocks and go for a swim if you wish. Taste local mussels and oysters for lunch.

This is a half-day tour that takes you to the town of Struga riding along the north-east coast of Lake Ohrid. You will have an opportunity to have lunch enjoying the view of river Crn Drim in the center of Struga, buy some local goods from the open market and visit Nezlobinski Museum – the unique presenter of the natural and cultural heritage of the region of Lake Ohrid – UNESCO, with over 10,000 examples of flora and stuffed fauna from the Ohrid and Prespa region. After just 5 km riding south from Struga, you will arrive in the village Kalishta and have a chance to see the rare icon "Black Madonna" in the Monastery complex.