Matka Canyon Tour from Skopje

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Experience Highlights

Embark on an exciting excursion from Skopje to the breathtaking Matka Gorge. Discover its natural landscapes, visit ancient monasteries and enjoy a relaxing cable car ride to the Millennium Cross.

On this 4-hour tour you will learn all the details of the history and nature of this area under the guidance of a professional expert. In addition, you will be provided with private transport to travel comfortably during the tour.

  • Discover the natural beauty of the Matka Canyon on a guided tour.
  • Visit a Byzantine monastery, a sacred place with a rich history.
  • Enjoy panoramic views from a cable car to the Millennium Cross.

What’s included

  • Excursion
  • Local guide
  • Private transport
  • Cable car ride

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Step by Step

This exciting 4-hour excursion will take you from Skopje by private vehicle to the impressive Matka Canyon, a place of outstanding natural beauty. Together with an expert guide you will get to know all the details of the history and nature of the area.

Once in the canyon, you will enter a world of breathtaking scenery. High cliffs, caves and the Treska River create a spectacular setting that will take your breath away. Once there, you can additionally opt for a boat trip from where you can comfortably observe all the fauna and flora of the area.

During the excursion you can also visit the Church of St. Panteleimon, a Byzantine building from the 12th century. You will also visit the Skopje Fortress , located in the old town, and the Porta Macedonia, a 21-metre high triumphal arch .

One of the highlights of this tour is the included cable car ride over the Millennium Cross. During the whole excursion you will be able to learn all kinds of interesting facts and information from your local expert guide.

Reviews

4.7
· 1548 Reviews
  • L
    L. C.
    4
    (0 Reviews)
    The excursion to the canyon was an unforgettable experience, although I would improve the food options during the trip.
  • V
    V. F.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    The excursion to the Matka Canyon was an unforgettable experience, with breathtaking scenery and breathtaking nature.
  • D
    D. E.
    4
    (0 Reviews)
    I loved visiting this canyon, the nature is breathtaking. I went last year and I still dream about the views.
  • K
    K. U.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    The excursion to the Matka Canyon was great, amazing scenery. Don't miss it, it's worth every euro.
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