• Skopje - Begin your day with a morning pick-up from your centrally located hotel in Sofia. Enjoy a picturesque four-hour drive to Skopje, where your Bulgarian guide will share captivating stories and historical insights about the Balkans, enhancing your appreciation for the region.
  Upon reaching Skopje, a local city guide will take you on a 90-minute walking tour, offering personal insights and extensive knowledge of this unique capital. Discover the charming Old Bazaar, rich with Ottoman architecture and vibrant local culture, then proceed to the Skopje Fortress for panoramic city views. Cross the historic Stone Bridge into the city’s heart, where Alexander the Great Square presents a striking blend of past and present. The tour concludes with a visit to the Memorial House of Mother Teresa, celebrating Skopje’s most esteemed figure.
  This will be a full and dynamic day with no free time in Skopje, so be ready for an engaging and memorable journey.
• Matka Canyon - Unfortunately, the schedule does not allow for free time for lunch in Skopje. It is advisable to grab some fast food during the walking tour or bring sandwiches with you, which can be purchased from a petrol station before reaching the city.
  After the walking tour, your local guide will drive you to Matka Canyon, where you will have about an hour and a half to admire the natural beauty. Enjoy a boat trip through the canyon, passing by what is likely the deepest underwater cave in the world. At 16:00, you will regroup and depart back to Sofia.
  During the drive, you will have the opportunity to share your impressions and ask any questions you may have.

• In-vehicle air conditioning
• All fees and/or taxes
• English-speaking professional Macedonian guide
• English-speaking professional Bulgarian guide/driver

• Lunch
• Gratitude to the guides

This day trip offers the opportunity to explore two of Northern Macedonia’s most significant locations: the capital city, Skopje, and the stunning natural wonder, Matka Canyon. While wandering through the historic section of Skopje, visitors will delve into the past and gain insight into the modern interpretation of Macedonian history. The journey continues through the newly developed areas of the city, revitalized during the “Skopje 2014” project. Finally, the tour concludes with a relaxing retreat into the serene beauty of Matka Canyon, providing a peaceful escape from the historical exploration.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.