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National Park of Mavrovo and Bigorski monastery, from Ohrid
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Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Bring comfortable walking shoes.
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The possibility of having lunch is optional and costs an additional price of €15,- p. person.
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During warm weather it’s recommended to use sunscreen and bring enough drinking water.
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Travel time is already included in the total duration.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover Mavrovo National Park, the largest in the Balkans, where bears and lynxes roam freely amid dramatic peaks, clear lakes, deep canyons, and dense forests. Shepherds have long brought their flocks here to escape the summer heat, and you may spot them along the way.
High in the mountains, take scenic walks across Mavrovo National Park’s open plateaus, if lucky, meet local shepherds, and all their animals. Experience nature in its purest form.
On the way back, you can stop for lunch at the traditional House of the Miyaks (not included) before visiting Bigorski Monastery, the largest in Macedonia. This medieval complex remains an active spiritual center, home to over 30 monks devoted en...
Highlights
From 8 hours to 9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 8 hours to 9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English-speaking Guide
Instant confirmation and pick-up time.
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
WhatsApp support for any questions or assistance.
Child and senior discount!
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Atlantic Beach Ohrid
Please wait at the parking place of Atlantic Beach next to the main road. Ideal for guests from Villa Bella, Villa Tesla and other accommodations in Elshani.
Return
National Park of Mavrovo and Bigorski monastery, from Ohrid
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Discover Mavrovo National Park, the largest in the Balkans, where bears and lynxes roam freely amid dramatic peaks, clear lakes, deep canyons, and dense forests. Shepherds have long brought their flocks here to escape the summer heat, and you may spot them along the way.
High in the mountains, take scenic walks across Mavrovo National Park’s open plateaus, if lucky, meet local shepherds, and all their animals. Experience nature in its purest form.
On the way back, you can stop for lunch at the traditional House of the Miyaks (not included) before visiting Bigorski Monastery, the largest in Macedonia. This medieval complex remains an active spiritual center, home to over 30 monks devoted en...
Highlights
From 8 hours to 9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 8 hours to 9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English-speaking Guide
Instant confirmation and pick-up time.
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
WhatsApp support for any questions or assistance.
Child and senior discount!
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Atlantic Beach Ohrid
Please wait at the parking place of Atlantic Beach next to the main road. Ideal for guests from Villa Bella, Villa Tesla and other accommodations in Elshani.
Return
Itinerary
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Mekicite od Straža
During our way to Mavrovo, we will make a short coffee break at Straža. Here you will have the opportunity to buy some pastry, have a coffee or go to the toilet.
20 minutes
2
Mavrovo National Park
In Mavrovo, you’ll enjoy a short, one-hour hike across the park’s high plateaus. Your guide will introduce you to the local wildlife and natural features of this fascinating area. If you’re lucky, you may encounter shepherds with their flocks and their unique dogs, the Sharplaninac breed.
1 hour and 30 minutes
3
House of Mijaks Ethno Restaurant
Free time for lunch (at own expense) or relaxation.
1 hour and 30 minutes
4
Monastery St. Jovan Bigorski
North-Macedonia is known for the amount of monasteries and churches. Only in the city of Ohrid, you can find a whopping 365 monasteries and churches. But this white and isolated monastery is the most prestigious of the whole country! From the outside it's astonishing, but the inside is full of icons, wall paintings and it households the biggest and finest wood-carved iconostases of the world.
It's located in the heart of Mavrovo, the biggest national Park of the Balkan region. Here you will see many monks that devote their whole life for Christianity. While walking around our guide will provide you with all the details about the ancient mysteries that lay here.
1 hour
5
Debar
On the way back, we’ll make two photostops: the first near Debar with stunning views of Mavrovo National Park, and the second near Globocica, overlooking a beautiful artificial lake surrounded by lush green mountains. This place is perfect for making pictures for sharing on social media.
