From Ohrid: Kalishta, Struga & Vevchani Day Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

After pickup, travel to Kalishta to visit the unique monastery carved into the mountain above Lake Ohrid. Learn about the secluded life of a monk devoted entirely to religion and explore the church of Holy Mother Mary, famous for its beautiful frescoes and the rare Black Madonna icon. Guests who prefer can relax with a coffee by the lake.

Continue to Struga, known as the City of Poetry and Bridges and host of the renowned Struga Poetry Evenings. Enjoy a short guided walk to see where Lake Ohrid flows into the Black Drim River, along with bridges, monuments, and the local market.

The final stop is Vevchani, a self-proclaimed independent town famous for its traditions, pagan Carnival, and natural springs. Enjoy free time for lunch, followed by a guided walk through the village and its scenic springs before returning.

From sacred silence, poetic streets to crystal springs, every moment is a photo waiting to be taken.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Kindly wear comfortable shoes.

During warm weather it is recommended to use sunscreen and bring enough drinking water.

Our recommendation is to enjoy a local lunch at restaurant Kutmichevica, where you will taste the freshness of organic products.

Travel time is already included in the total duration

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

From Ohrid, you’ll travel to Kalishta, where you’ll visit the monasteries carved into the mountains and experience how monks once secluded themselves from the world to dedicate their lives entirely to religion. You will also see one of the oldest trees in Macedonia and the new church located on the shores of Lake Ohrid.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Struga

After a short transfer from Kalishta, you’ll arrive in Struga’s city center. During the guided tour, you’ll first visit the local marketplace to taste fresh local products, then see the source of the Black Drim River. Along the way, your guide will point out some landmarks and share interesting stories about the city. Afterwards, you’ll have free time to explore, do some shopping, or enjoy lunch by the famous river.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

English-speaking guide

Air-conditioned vehicle

WhatsApp support for any questions or assistance.

Child and senior discount!

Instant confirmation and pickup times

Lunch

Kalishta mountain-carved monastery (€2,50 / 150MKD p.p.)

Vevchani springs (€2,00 / 120 MKD p.p.)

Personal expenses

Pickup points

Inex Olgica Hotel & Spa

Naum Ohridski St 5-7 Ohrid Republic of North Macedonia

Villa Nika

Sv. Naum Ohridski Br.105 Pestani Republic of North Macedonia

Hotel Drim

Kej Boris Kidrich 51, Struga Republic of North Macedonia

Unique Resort & Spa

Str. Partizanska No. 56 Ohrid Republic of North Macedonia

Hotel Granit

_501, Dolno Konjsko Republic of North Macedonia

Aleksandar Villa

Naselba Raca bb, Ohrid Republic of North Macedonia

Hotel Dva Bisera

, Lagadin Republic of North Macedonia

Mizo Hotel

Ul. Vasil Stefoski BB Ohrid Republic of North Macedonia

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