From Skopje: Matka Canyon, Painted Mosque&Arabati Baba Tekke
Overview
A day that takes you from the stunning serenity of Matka Canyon to the vibrant heritage of Tetovo. Explore the mesmerizing Painted Mosque and find peace in the centuries-old Arabati Baba Tekke.
Step away from the city's hustle and enjoy a full-day escape into nature, history, and culture. Begin your journey at Matka Canyon—home to rare wildlife, dramatic cliffs, and crystal-clear waters. Glide across the lake by kayak, take a boat ride to Vrelo Cave, or simply relax with a meal on a terrace overlooking the canyon. Continue to Tetovo, a city nestled beneath the Shara Mountain. Discover the beautifully adorned Painted Mosque, a true Ottoman gem, and feel the calm at Arabati Baba Tekke, a tranquil Dervish monastery. A perfect mix of beauty, tradition, and discovery awaits!
What's Included
- All transfers with comfortable A/C car or minivan
- Pick-up and drop-off (hotel or any location of your preference in Skopje)
- English speaking driver/guide
- Meals and drinks
- Entrance tickets
- Optional boat ride to Vrelo Cave at the Matka Canyon (8.5 EUR/ 500 MKD)
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Departure point Your hotel or any location of your preference in Skopje Departure time Daily at your preference (suggested between 08:00am-10:00am)
What To Expect
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Matka Canyon
4 hours Admission Ticket Free
Painted Mosque Sarena Dzamija
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Arabati Baba Tekke
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- All transfers with comfortable A/C car or minivan.
- Pick-up and drop-off (hotel or any location of your preference in Skopje).
- English speaking driver/guide.
- Meals and drinks.
- Entrance tickets.
- Optional boat ride to Vrelo Cave at the Matka Canyon (8.5 EUR/ 500 MKD).
- Personal expenses.
- Tips and gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the From Skopje: Matka Canyon, Painted Mosque&Arabati Baba Tekke is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for From Skopje: Matka Canyon, Painted Mosque&Arabati Baba Tekke will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All transfers with comfortable A/C car or minivan
- Pick-up and drop-off (hotel or any location of your preference in Skopje)
- English speaking driver/guide
- Meals and drinks
- Entrance tickets
- Optional boat ride to Vrelo Cave at the Matka Canyon (8.5 EUR/ 500 MKD)
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
