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Private Full Day Tour Best of Skopje

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| Skopje, North Macedonia
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On average, this is booked 15 (0) days in advance.
8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

If you simply want to see the best and most important of Skopje, the highlights of the city and it’s surrounding with a private driver-guide, then this is your tour.

What's Included

  • Hotel (or any location of your preference in Skopje) pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by private air-conditioned car or minivan
  • Private English-speaking driver/guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance tickets other than those mentioned in Inclusions
  • Optional boat ride at Matka Canyon
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Meeting and Pickup

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Our driver/guide will pick you up from your hotel or any location of your preference in Skopje

What To Expect

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Daut Pasha Hamam (pass by)

Daut Pasha Hamam is a national art museum of North Macedonia in the Old Bazaar, located in the capital city of Skopje. Its permanent collection is housed in the 15th century Turkish Bath building known as the Daut Pasha Baths
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Memorial House of Mother Teresa

The Museum of the Macedonian Struggle is a national museum of North Macedonia located in the capital city of Skopje. Construction of the museum began on 11 June 2008 and it was opened to the public on the 20th anniversary of the declaration of independence on 8 September 2011.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Museum of Macedonian Struggle (pass by)

The Museum of the Macedonian Struggle is a national museum of North Macedonia located in the capital city of Skopje. Construction of the museum began on 11 June 2008 and it was opened to the public on the 20th anniversary of the declaration of independence on 8 September 2011.
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Holocaust Memorial Center For The Jews Of Macedonia (pass by)

The Holocaust Memorial Center for the Jews of Macedonia is a memorial to the Holocaust of the 7,148 Jews from North Macedonia and the history of the Jews in the Balkans, located in Skopje, the capital city of North Macedonia. The Holocaust Memorial Center is a multimedia center, consisting of several functional parts.
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Old Bazaar - Skopje

The Old Bazaar is a bazaar located in Skopje, Macedonia, situated on the eastern bank of the Vardar River, stretching from the Stone Bridge to the Bit-Pazar and from the Skopje Fortress to the Serava river.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Skopje Fortress Kale (pass by)

The Skopje Fortress, commonly referred to as Kale, is a historic fortress located in the old town of Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia. It is located in Centar municipality and situated on the highest point in the city overlooking the Vardar River.
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Mustafa Pasha Mosque

Mustafa Pasha Mosque is an Ottoman-era mosque located in the Old Bazaar of Skopje, Macedonia.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Macedonia Square (pass by)

Macedonia Square is the main square of Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia. The square is the biggest in North Macedonia with total 18.500 m². It is located in the central part of the city, and it crosses the Vardar River.
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Porta Macedonia aka Gate Macedonia

Porta Macedonia (Macedonian: Порта Македонија) is a memorial arch located on Pella Square in Skopje, North Macedonia. Construction started in 2011 and was completed in January 2012.The arch is 21 meters in height
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kapan Han

Kapan Han is a han in the Old Bazaar of Skopje, North Macedonia. It was built in the mid-15th century by Bosnian general Isa-Beg Isaković, ruler of Skopsko Krajište, in order to provide a regular source of income for his endowment.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mountain of Vodno

Vodno is a mountain in North Macedonia. It is located in the northern part of the country, to the southwest of the capital city Skopje. The highest point of the mountain is at Krstovar peak, on 1066 meters and the submontane is on 337 meters
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Church of St. Panteleimon

The Church of Saint Panteleimon in Gorno Nerezi, North Macedonia, is a small 12th-century Byzantine church located in a monastery complex. The church and monastery are dedicated to St. Panteleimon, the patron saint of physicians.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Matka Canyon

Matka is a canyon located west of central Skopje, North Macedonia. Covering roughly 5,000 hectares, Matka is one of the most popular outdoor destinations in North Macedonia and is home to several medieval monasteries. The Matka Lake within the Matka Canyon is the oldest artificial lake in the country.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Full Day Tour Best of Skopje?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Full Day Tour Best of Skopje?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Hotel (or any location of your preference in Skopje) pickup and drop-off.
  • Transport by private air-conditioned car or minivan.
  • Private English-speaking driver/guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Entrance tickets other than those mentioned in Inclusions.
  • Optional boat ride at Matka Canyon.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Tips and gratuities (optional).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There 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 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Private Full Day Tour Best of Skopje is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once 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.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Hotel (or any location of your preference in Skopje) pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by private air-conditioned car or minivan
  • Private English-speaking driver/guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance tickets other than those mentioned in Inclusions
  • Optional boat ride at Matka Canyon
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities (optional)

Additional Info

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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