Adventure Tour: Canyon Matka, St. Panteleimon, Mt. Vodno & Lunch
Overview
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6 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore some of Skopje’s must-see sights on this half-day adventure, starting with the impressive Millennium Cross atop Vodno Mountain. Standing at 66 meters, this iconic landmark offers breathtaking views of the city and is a tribute to 2,000 years of Christianity in Macedonia. Next, visit the Church of Saint Panteleimon, known for its remarkable frescoes that draw visitors from around the globe. Finally, unwind in the scenic Matka Canyon, home to the oldest artificial lake in North Macedonia and a few charming medieval monasteries. This tour promises a perfect mix of culture, history, and natural beauty.
- Visit the Millennium Cross for stunning city views
- Admire the exquisite frescoes at the Church of Saint Panteleimon
- Explore the picturesque Matka Canyon and its ancient monasteries
- Enjoy a half-day trip ideal for both history buffs and nature lovers
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Millennium Cross
Begin your tour with a visit to the Millennium Cross, a 66-meter tall cross situated on the top of Vodno Mountain in Macedonia above the capital city of Skopje.
Church of St. Panteleimon
Church of Saint Panteleimon, located at Gorno Nerezi. Admire the church's stunning frescoes, which are considered some of the most beautiful in the world.
What‘s Included
Visiting St. Andrew's Monastery
WiFi on board
Free time for exploration and photos
Macedonian "Breakfast of Champions" included in the price ( If you book this trip - come hungry :)))
English-speaking local Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Options
Adventure Tour: Canyon Matka, St. Panteleimon, Mt. Vodno & Lunch
Pickup included
Reviews
39 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Delightful!
Gamine16,,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Petar is very approachable and clearly enjoys sharing the natural beauty of the canyon and caves, as well as many made monuments
The best choice.....
nikolan597,,Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Evrithing was perfect..transportation,Canjon Matka,monastery St Pantelejmon milenium cros with ceable car on mountain Vodno
Nice day trip!
StefanieT430,,Aug 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Nice day trip, definitely worth it. Peter knows what he's talking about. Friendly guide and friendly staff. The only downside was that the breakfast we were going to get was only during the afternoon for lunch. So best eat something in the morning before you leave.
Great guide
Marcus L,,Jul 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Petar was a great guide, incredibly good to talk to and knew a lot about the area. Super good price and a lot of good experiences. Even let us pay later as we did not have cash for the experience with. 10/10 customer service
A great experience!! I recommend
mathildedD6045YH,,Jul 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great day organized by 2 adorable guides who love their country and know it very well! I recommend a ride with them with their eyes closed!
A bit of each
Marianne Iverse... M,,Jul 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00On Tripadvisor it stated that the trip started at 10:00. It actually started at 8:30 p.m. and those we talked to said it had been done for the past 3 years. But then there was no turn on us that day. But they really tried to arrange for us something all day and finally they managed to arrange for us a trip the next day. Since we could be a little flexible with further travel, we could wait until the next day. Then we had an extremely nice guide named Nikola. He bought breakfast for us all 4 who were on the trip and was very service-minded absolutely all the time! What did not meet was the standard. There was no air-conditioned transportation and WiFi and tickets to Matka Canyon and Millenium cross had to be paid in addition. It was not informed, nor that it had to be paid in cash. There was no visit up to the millenium cross due to a lot of wind and it was closed, but the organizer could not do anything for it. Otherwise Matka canyon was absolutely beautiful and exciting with cave visits!
Incredible and kind
Traveler34851101950,,Jul 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an incredible experience. The guide and driver were very kind and generous. The guide was very interesting and informative. I would recommend it to everyone. The best tour of Skopje!
Very good tour, very friendly guides
isabeljT4035DS,,Jul 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nikola and Petar are the friendliest guides I have come across in a long time. Always willing to help, very welcoming and pleasant. The tour was perfect and the explanations were very interesting. I would recommend it to anyone.
Awesome experience
179dimitriz,,Jul 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was amazing, the tour guide made an awesome impression and gave a lot of interesting facts about the places we visited!
Excellent, well organized tour
Curiosity10632062223,,Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent, well organized tour. I wish I had more time in order to go for another one. Will defenitely do it once my schedule frees up!
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