Overview
On this tour, we will discover the best sceneries of the Macedonian capital, Skopje. We will visit the most interesting sites of the city, including the famous Skopje 2014 monuments, the newly built baroque museums, and buildings, and the hammams, mosques, and hans in the Old Turkish Bazaar.
Today, we will explore the city from both sides; we are going to visit the Old and the New Skopje, crossing through the Stone Bridge, i.e. the connection between these totally different parts of town.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Pick-up and drop off at your hotel or any other preferred location in Pristina
All transfers with comfortable A/C car or minivan,
Experienced English-speaking tour guide/driver.
Matka boat ride
Entrance fees
Food and drinks
Personal expenses
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We can pick you up from your hotel or any other preferred location in Pristina. You can write your pick-up location in the time of booking, or if you do not have it at that time, we will be contacting you a few days before the tour.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
What to expect
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Matka Canyon
2 hours
We will visit the Matka Canyon, one of the most beautiful places in the environment. Here we can visit the church of “St. Andrew” and take a small boat ride to the Vrelo cave.
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Skopje Fortress Kale
2 hours
The fortress is thought to have been built during the rule of emperor Justinian I. Researchers discovered woodwind instruments and clay ornaments dating as far back as 3000 B.C. The Skopje Kale (Fortress) is one of the city's landmarks.
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Old Bazaar - Skopje
1 hour
We will explore the old part of Skopje with a possibility to have lunch or a coffee break, or simply wander the local streets and shops on your own.
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20 min
The greatest monument of the warrior in the world
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Memorial House of Mother Teresa
20 min
The memorial house is made in her honor. Mother Teresa was born in Skopje in 1910 and is probably the most famous Skopje-born citizen.
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Museum of Macedonian Struggle
20 min
The exhibit covers the period from the beginning of the resistance movement against Ottoman rule until the declaration of independence from Yugoslavia on 8 September 1991. The Museum does not work on Mondays.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Belgrade).
Additional Information
- You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Skopje & Matka Canyon from Pristina
Can I cancel Skopje & Matka Canyon from Pristina for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 10 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
We can pick you up from your hotel or any other preferred location in Pristina. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Pick-up and drop off at your hotel or any other preferred location in Pristina
- All transfers with comfortable A/C car or minivan,
- Experienced English-speaking tour guide/driver.
What's not included?
- Matka boat ride
- Entrance fees
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
Which places does it visit?
It visits Matka Canyon, Skopje Fortress Kale, Old Bazaar - Skopje, Memorial House of Mother Teresa, Museum of Macedonian Struggle.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Experience Balkan
