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Skopje: Matka Canyon, Millennium Cross & Traditional Village Tour
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Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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This tour is a combination of some of the most famous landmarks around Skopje, like the Millennium Cross on the top of Vodno Mountain and the natural reserve Matka Canyon, but in a different way – we’ll drive through the woods and pastures of Mount Vodno with fantastic views over Skopje valley and Matka Canyon, great spots for photographers.
-NOTICE! As of April 29 the cable car at Millennium Cross will not operate until further notice. Visiting the Millennium Cross will not be possible this period!
NOTICE: The cable car does not operate on Mondays, the last Tuesday of the month or when the weather is not suitable (wind, thunder, lightning).
- Be aware! The places we visit on weekends an...
Highlights
5 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
Millenium Cross cable car ticket - 100 denar/1.6 euros
St. Panteleimon monastery - 120 denar/2 euros
Canyon Matka boat ride - 500 denar/8.5 euros
Meeting Points
Departure
Museum of the Macedonian Struggle for Independence
Please be present 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour.
Return
Skopje: Matka Canyon, Millennium Cross & Traditional Village Tour
(182) Reviews
Centar
About
This tour is a combination of some of the most famous landmarks around Skopje, like the Millennium Cross on the top of Vodno Mountain and the natural reserve Matka Canyon, but in a different way – we’ll drive through the woods and pastures of Mount Vodno with fantastic views over Skopje valley and Matka Canyon, great spots for photographers.
-NOTICE! As of April 29 the cable car at Millennium Cross will not operate until further notice. Visiting the Millennium Cross will not be possible this period!
NOTICE: The cable car does not operate on Mondays, the last Tuesday of the month or when the weather is not suitable (wind, thunder, lightning).
- Be aware! The places we visit on weekends an...
Highlights
5 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
Millenium Cross cable car ticket - 100 denar/1.6 euros
St. Panteleimon monastery - 120 denar/2 euros
Canyon Matka boat ride - 500 denar/8.5 euros
Meeting Points
Departure
Museum of the Macedonian Struggle for Independence
Please be present 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour.
Return
Itinerary
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Mountain of Vodno
This tour is a combination of some of the most famous landmarks around Skopje. Our first stop is Vodno (576m) Where we will take the first photos from above.
10 minutes
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Millennium Cross
We will take the cable car to the top and we will spend around 30 minutes. The ticket cost 100mkd (1.6 euro).
30 minutes
3
Church of St. Panteleimon
Our next stop is The Church of Saint Panteleimon which was build in Macedonian/Byzantine style in XII century. The church is famous for the coloring, dramatic composition and purity of expression displayed in the frescoes which are outstanding examples of Byzantine medieval monumental painting in the late 12th century.
20 minutes
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Matka Canyon
Matka Canyon is surrounded with mountains, great spots for photographers. beautiful nature and breathtaking landscapes.
Boat trip ( 20-60minutes) Visiting Vrelo cave which is considered to be one of the deepest underwater caves in Europe and the world.
Short coffee break at the restaurant by the lake and we will have 10-20 minutes walk to our transfer point.
