Day Trips in Skopje

Day trips in Skopje offer travelers the perfect balance of adventure, discovery, and convenience. Whether you are short on time or simply looking for an immersive experience without the need for overnight stays, these tours provide an excellent way to explore the highlights of Skopje and its surroundings in just one day. Guided by knowledgeable local experts, you can uncover hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and cultural treasures that bring the destination to life. From exploring scenic countryside and nearby villages to visiting historic monuments and vibrant marketplaces, day trips are designed to maximize your travel experience. They are ideal for families, couples, and solo adventurers alike, offering curated itineraries that combine comfort with unforgettable exploration. You can relax knowing that transportation, guides, and carefully planned stops are all taken care of. Best of all, day trips in Skopje give you the chance to see more in less time, making them a smart choice for travelers who want to make the most of their visit. With a variety of options available, every traveler can find a day trip that matches their interests and leaves them with lasting memories.

Top Day Trips in Skopje

Skopje: Mt. Vodno, St. Pantelemon & Matka Canyon 1/2 DayTrip in Skopje

Skopje , North Macedonia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (120 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 39.44

Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

With our tour, you can expect an unforgettable experience visiting Skopje's surrounding beauties. You will be guided by an experienced guide who has been awarded Traveler's Choice or Certificates of Excellence by TA for seven consecutive years. With a brand new van, you will feel the comfort during the trip and you will fully indulge in the enjoyment. During your visit to Canyon Matka, the team will organize a special surprise for you that will certainly not leave you indifferent.

Book Now You'll be redirected to Viator to finish your booking.
Ohrid UNESCO Heritage: Full-Day Guided Tour from Skopje in Skopje

Skopje , North Macedonia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (34 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 102.05

 

There is no doubt that Ohrid is a tourist treasure trove just waiting to be discovered. Its natural beauty. With this tour you will see the oldest Lake in Europe,Beautiful churches and monasteries from 8th century.

Book Now You'll be redirected to Viator to finish your booking.
Explore Kosovo Group Tour to Pristina and Prizren from Skopje in Skopje

Skopje , North Macedonia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (33 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 150.57

Duration: 10 hours (approx.)

Are you ready to witness the differences between the modern, lively and vibrant Pristina on one hand and the authentic, picturesque and traditional Prizren on other? This group full-day trip to the two main points to visit on Kosovo, will allow you discover the best kept secret on the Balkans – Kosovo! In only just about hour and a half drive from Skopje, visit the capital Pristina, where you get to see the old and new sites of the city, the old bazaar, mosques, museums, sculptures and monuments … Next, you will be heading towards the “cultural” capital, Prizren, the town that has been around since the 11th century, the town of mosques and churches…an open air museum. Grab some time to enjoy among the many cafes and restaurants nestled around the Shadervan! What you definitely shouldn’t miss is trying some of the tasty, local bites all around you!

Book Now You'll be redirected to Viator to finish your booking.
Private Full-Day Pristina Tour from Skopje in Skopje

Skopje , North Macedonia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (28 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 149.38

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Are you willing to see the latest 'newborn' in Europe? This private full-day trip to the capital of Kosovo, Pristina, is really an easy step once you are in Skopje. In only just about hour and a half drive from Skopje, you are given the chance to visit UNESCO World Heritage Site, triumph of Byzantine architecture, the Gracanica Monastery, then, the monument of Kosovo Battlefield and next visit the lively, vibrant and modern Pristina. You get to see the old and new sites of the city, the old bazaar, mosques, museums, sculptures and monuments. You get to enjoy among the trendy caffes and restaurants. What you definitely shouldn't miss is trying some of the tasty bites all around you.

Book Now You'll be redirected to Viator to finish your booking.
7 Hours Tour from Skopje to Pristina Kosovo in Skopje

Skopje , North Macedonia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (26 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 110.00

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

Pristina (90km.from Skopje) is the cultural, economical, and administrative center of the Kosovo with a long history. In a full day tour to Pristina, you can discover monuments protected by UNESCO, very old Ottoman places, narrow stone streets and attractive tall buildings. The “New Born” monument is becoming the symbol of this new state. Tour Highlights -New Born Monument -Mother Teresa Cathedral -Ethnographic Museum -National Museum -Mother Teresa Boulevard -Imperial Mosque -Jashar Pasha Mosque -Clock Tower -Statue of Bill Clinton -Scanderbeg Statue -National Library

Book Now You'll be redirected to Viator to finish your booking.
Day tour to Kosovo - from Skopje in Skopje

Skopje , North Macedonia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (15 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 155.35

Duration: 10 hours (approx.)

While you are in Skopje, have a day and take this tour to visit so called, “the youngest European country”. Kosovo border is less than 30 minutes from Skopje city center and every Saturday we operate . You will have a chance to visit the Kosovo capital - Pristina, the picturesque town of Prizren and the unique Orthodox church at Grachanica village.

Book Now You'll be redirected to Viator to finish your booking.
Private Wine Tour of Chateau Sopot Winery from Skopje in Skopje

Skopje , North Macedonia

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (11 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 128.05

 

Wine tour – Chateau Sopot near Veles – the heavenly vineyard Chateau Sopot is one of the most renowned Macedonian wineries, with quality wine production, and breathtaking on-site scenery. If you are in Macedonia, visiting the vineyard is terrific idea – combining the outdoor with the gourmet, it is a very popular day trip. Location wise, the Chateau Sopot winery sits to the right of the pay toll on the Skopje-Veles highway. It is close to Lake Mladost, which is another popular destination near the Veles district, so you can hardly miss the entrance.

Book Now You'll be redirected to Viator to finish your booking.
From SKOPJE to PRISTINA in Kosovo (Wonderful Day Trip) in Skopje

Skopje , North Macedonia

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (5 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 154.16

 

Within one day you will feel the greatest experience ever. Sites, landscape, hospitality, food and drinks, history, spirit of locals, UNESCO sites, the youngest population in EU and more. We guarantee you professional services such as safe travel and accurate pick-up and drop-off at your location. On the way from Skopje to Pristina you will be accompanied by our professional and very positive guide. On the way you will experience an amazing landscape from which you will find it impossible not to take some photos, in the background you will see the beauty of the Sharri mountains, and you will cross the "Arben Xhaferi" highway. When you arrive in Gadime, you will be amazed by the cave and your visit there. And the icing on the cake will be the arrival in Pristina. Prishtina is a city full of history and culture that will make you curious to visit it. Our program is detailed so that you can get the information and visit the most attractive points of the city.

Book Now You'll be redirected to Viator to finish your booking.
Lake Ohrid in a Day: Group Tour to the UNESCO City from Skopje in Skopje

Skopje , North Macedonia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (5 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 96.32

Duration: 10 hours (approx.)

This group full-day trip to the pearl on Macedonian crown, Ohrid, is a must do once you are in Macedonia! In only just about two and a half hours drive from Skopje, grab the chance to visit the town and lake of Ohrid, both preserved by UNESCO as places of environmental, historical and cultural significance. Get to see the many churches and archeological sites, witness some of the most beautiful and well preserved Byzantine frescoes and icons, relax and have some tasty bites in one of the charming local restaurants and cafes by the crystal clear waters of Ohrid lake!

Book Now You'll be redirected to Viator to finish your booking.
Private Full Day Wine Tour from Skopje to Popova Kula Winery in Skopje

Skopje , North Macedonia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (5 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 166.59

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

Experience a relaxing, pleasant day in the wine region of Macedonia. Visit the archeological site Stobi, one of the best preserved archeological localities where you can see the beautiful ancient mosaics, and then continue through the picturesque wine landscapes to finally reach the winery that is located in an unspoiled nature. Enjoy few hours in a private wine tasting session with some tasty local bites and breathtaking view on the surrounding mountains and wine landscapes! The numerous sunny days in Macedonia are the source of rich tastes and aromas that you will never forget! Go for a unique opportunity to try our authentic wines!

Book Now You'll be redirected to Viator to finish your booking.
Ohrid city and lake tour - from Skopje in Skopje

Skopje , North Macedonia

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (4 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 167.30

Duration: 10 hours (approx.)

Every Friday we operate this guided full-day tour to the UNESCO protected Ohrid and Ohrid Lake, the most famous tourist destination in Macedonia. You book - You go, Guaranteed departures. More persons booked at once - lower price apply. Explore the picturesque Ohrid old town and its churches and monuments. Visit the impressive St. Naum monastery complex and source of Black Drim river at Galichica National park.

Book Now You'll be redirected to Viator to finish your booking.
Full Day Tour of Bitola from Skopje in Skopje

Skopje , North Macedonia

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (3 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 98.06

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

You will visit the city Bitola, second largest city in the country and one of the oldest cities on the territory in the Republic of Macedonia. It has been known since the Ottoman period as “the city of the consuls”, since many European countries have consulates in Bitola.

Book Now You'll be redirected to Viator to finish your booking.
Canyon Matka Private Tour from Skopje in Skopje

Skopje , North Macedonia

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 107.55

 

Canyon Matka is located west of central Skopje, North Macedonia, is one of the most popular destinations in Skopje and most visited from tourist. This unique place with great nature it's a wonderful place to visity during your visit in Skopje. The Matka Lake within the Matka Canyon is the oldest artificial lake in the country.

Book Now You'll be redirected to Viator to finish your booking.
Private Skopje Tour with Visit to Vodno Mountain and Matka Valley in Skopje

Skopje , North Macedonia

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 101.58

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Spend a day visiting surroundings of Skopje! This tour is a perfect combination if you like nature combined with culture. Morning visit to Matka canyon and unforgettable boat ride to the entrance of cave Vrelo, one of the deepest underwater caves in Europe. Afternoon drive to Vodno mountain with visit to St Panteleimon monastery and with cable car to the top of the mountain and Millennium cross.

Book Now You'll be redirected to Viator to finish your booking.
Tikvesh Wine region in Skopje

Skopje , North Macedonia

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 149.38

Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

Are you the one who enjoys in a glass of nice wine ? Did you now that Macedonia is in the C3 area of the оenological map? Other regions include Mediterranean France, Southern Italy and Spain. Regions ideal for viticultivation of the best quality RED grapes! Adding sugar is prohibited! Because of smooth climate and plenty of sunny days, grapes and wine producing is traditional occupation for the locals ever since ancient times. High quality grape types are part of the unique taste of Macedonian wines. Also, another famous Macedonian brand named “Rakija” (a fiery brandy) is produced in Tikvesh wine region.

Book Now You'll be redirected to Viator to finish your booking.

Why Choose Our Day Trips in Skopje?

Our day trips in Skopje are carefully designed to combine convenience, cultural insights, and memorable experiences. Each itinerary highlights the best of Skopje, led by local guides who know the destination inside and out.

Frequently Asked Questions About Day Trips in Skopje

Most day trips in Skopje include transportation, a local guide, and entrance to selected attractions. Some itineraries also provide meals or free time for independent exploration.

Day trips in Skopje typically last between 6 to 10 hours, depending on the destination and itinerary. They are designed to make the most of your day while keeping travel times comfortable.

Yes, many day trips in Skopje are family-friendly, offering activities and destinations that appeal to both adults and children. Be sure to check tour descriptions for age recommendations.

Booking in advance is recommended to secure your spot, especially during peak travel seasons in Skopje. Some tours may allow same-day bookings if space is available.
We use cookies to improve your browsing experience. See our Privacy Policy.