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Great Hike
Was a great trip from the top of Mt Vodno to Matka canyon. Tour guide did a wonderful job explaining the history of Macedonia and pointing out interesting in the surrounding area. Visiting the monastery was incredible as well!
Hiking Matka Canyon from Skopje
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At a glance
- Duration
- 7–8 hours
- Price from
- $182 / person
- Location
- Skopje, North Macedonia
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Experience Balkan
- Meeting point
- We will pick you up from your hotel or any other location in Skopje
Description
This is a medium to hard hiking tour to the most beautiful place near Skopje, the Matka Canyon. First of all, we will get to the Millennium Cross and see the amazing Skopje plane from above. Arriving in Matka you will witness the rich flora and fauna of this beautiful canyon. The Cave Vrelo, located near, is one of the deepest underwater caves in the world. Do not miss this tour.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 18–70)
- $182
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $303.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Millennium Cross
We will pick you up from your hotel in Skopje and transfer to the foothill of Vodno mountain and the departure place of the cable car. With the cable car, we get to the Millenium Cross and the highest point on the mountain. From here you can see the entire Skopje plain in a 360 view.
Mountain of Vodno
From here we will start our hike to the Matka Canyon. We will be visiting the St. Nikolas church and continue our way to Matka. The hike is rated as medium.
Matka Canyon
We will arrive at Matka Canyon after a food 4-5 hour walk. Here we will take some rest and optionally have lunch in the nearby restaurant.
Vrelo Cave
After the rest, we can visit the Cave Vrelo with the local boat hires. In the end, we will get back to Skopje and your hotel with a car/minivan.
What's included
Included
Experienced English speaking mountain guide for the tour
Cable car ticket to the Millennium Cross
Transfer to the foothill of Vodno and back to Skopje from Matka Canyon
Pick-up and drop-off from/to your hotel or any other agreed starting point in Ohrid
Bottle of water, snack bar
Not included
Everything else not mentioned as included
Lunch at the restaurant in Matka Canyon
Hiking equipment: comfortable athletic clothing, hiking shoes, hat, jacket, backpack and sunscreen
Boat hire for going to Cave Vrelo (approx. 7 EUR)
Pickup Locations & Times
We will pick you up from your hotel or any other location in Skopje.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1 reviews
How it compares in Skopje
- Starting price $182 is close to the typical $183 for tours of similar length in Skopje
Excurgo comparison of 171 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Hiking Matka Canyon from Skopje take?
Hiking Matka Canyon from Skopje lasts about 7–8 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Hiking Matka Canyon from Skopje cost?
Prices start at $182 per person for this Skopje experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $303. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Hiking Matka Canyon from Skopje run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM.
Can I cancel Hiking Matka Canyon from Skopje for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We will pick you up from your hotel or any other location in Skopje. Pickup points include Hotel Russia.
What languages is Hiking Matka Canyon from Skopje offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 7 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Hiking Matka Canyon from Skopje worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Experience Balkan.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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