Day Tour Exploring Skopje: Millennium Cross and Matka Canyon

5 hours Free cancellation Private tour

Day Tour Exploring Skopje: Millennium Cross and Matka Canyon, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Explore some of Skopje's must see locations on this half-day tour. This tour is ideal for those who are limited with time but would still like to explore Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia and visit some of the best places around. Starting the tour at the Vodno Mountain and taking cable car to reach the 66 metres high Millennial Cross is an ideal way to explore the natures of North Macedonia as well as learn more about the history behind it while enjoying the astonishing sightseeing. Later on heading down to Matka Canyon makes the tour even more remarkable as Canyon Matka is a truly a top attraction. On this tour, the travelers will enjoy their own private transport and a local English guide.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Tours To Balkans

Ages: Adults (18–70 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Professional English speaking guide
Included: Cable-car ride to Millennium Cross

Not included

Not included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Not included: Meals and drinks
Not included: Entrance tickets
Not included: Optional entrance at St. Pantelejmon (2 EUR) and St. Andrew (1EUR) payable on the spot
Not included: Optional boat ride on canyon Matka
Not included: Personal expenses
Not included: Tips and gratuities

Itinerary

Millennium Cross

30 min

Situated on the highest point of Mountain Vodno, the Millennium is a 66 metres tall cross, making it one of the tallest crosses in the world. As a landmark, the cross has turned into a tourist destination with the best observation point to see the panorama of the capital city.
Matka Canyon

1 h 30 min

The Canyon Matka is easily Macedonia’s most distinguishable landmark – and an artificial wonder that you simply have to see to believe. Matka is one of the most popular outdoor destinations in Macedonia and is home to several medieval monasteries and to over 80 different species of butterflies.
Mountain of Vodno

one hour

Vodno is a medium-sized mountain located in the southern part of Skopje Valley, Northern Macedonia. The highest point on Vodno is the top Krstovar, 1066 m high, where the colossal Millennium Cross is located. The mountain also has a park - forest, mountain lodges, several catering facilities with arranged hiking trails and wide panoramic views.