North Macedonia Ohrid and Saint Naum Day Tour from Tirana
Overview
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11 hours
Mobile ticket
This tour is unique because it gives traveleres the opportunity to explore another country in 1 day during their travel in Albania. This tour includes a full drive along Ohrid's Lake perimeter, exploring several UNESCO historic and cultural sites that are found by the lake with breathtaking views of Orthodox Byzantine monasteries and churches over the waters of the lake.
During the full tour of Ohrid, a city renowned for its 365 churches, you will have the opportunity to visit the city's churches, castle, viewpoints and a very special place where you will learn by demostration where and how experts of the 16th centry used to make paper (PAPyRUS).
After Ohrid, this program will take you on a scenic drive along the lake to other sites like Bay of Bones, Monastery of Saint Naum and Lin Town.
Enjoy a wonderfull day in North Macedonia and South - East Albania!
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please make sure to bring your passport at all times, without exception.
Visa Requirements for Entering the Republic of North Macedonia
Nationals of EU Member States and countries in the Schengen Area can enter North Macedonia with a passport or ID card — no visa required.
Citizens of non-EU countries holding permanent or temporary residence in an EU Member State also do not need a visa, provided they carry a passport with EU residence permit or EU ID card.
Foreign nationals with a valid multiple-entry visa from the UK, USA, or Canada may enter North Macedonia, as long as the visa is valid for at least 5 more days and ***INSERTED*** in the passport.
E-Visas (Electronic Visas) are NOT accepted.
You are responsible for ensuring that you possess the necessary travel documents to cross the border. The agency is not liable if you are denied entry.
The tour will proceed as scheduled, and you will be responsible for arranging your own transportation back to Tirana.
This tour is not suitable for people with mobility issues.
Depending on your nationality, crossing the border into North Macedonia requires a valid EU ID card or passport or visa.
Not suitable for travelers with significant mobility challenges.
What To Expect
Ohrid
Discover the charming old town of Ohrid, a city that seems untouched by time. Ohrid boasts a history that stretches back to ancient Hellenistic times, passing through the eras of the Roman Empire and the Ottoman Empire. With is its remarkable fusion of Orthodox and Islamic architecture and with an astounding number of 365 churches, each symbolizing a day of the year, Ohrid is truly unique. As we stroll through the enchanting streets of the old town, we will explore the main churches, such as Saint Sophia, Saint Jovani, and Saint Clement. We'll also marvel at the medieval Samoil Fortress, visit the National Workshop for handmade paper, and immerse ourselves in the rich culture at the Ohrid Amphitheatre, among other captivating experiences that await us in this remarkable city.
Bay of the Bones Museum
Continue your scenic drive along the lake's perimeter. Short stop by "Bay of Bones" to learn about the history of the site.
Options
Ohrid Day tour from Durres
Pick up from Durres/Golem.: The price of this option is higher as it includes transfer between Durres and Tirana (where the tour starts). Pickup included
Ohrid Day Tour from Tirana
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Tour Leader
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Border Tax
Lunch
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
227 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Passionate and stress free tour to get a taste of North Macedonia!
Daniel W,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Mandi and the bus driver gave us a phenomenal day to remember! Mandi was super informative and led a stress free enjoyable tour. You get a taste of north Macedonia and the beautiful lake Ohrid area if you are short on time. I myself booked this last minute as I wanted to see if North Macedonia would be worth seeing in another trip. This tour showed I truly need to come back and slowly travel the country as I did with Albania and Croatia on this trip! It was also a joy to see how passionate Mandi is about Albania and sharing how wonderful his people and nation are. Thank you Mandi and Bus Driver whose name I forgot (sorry)!
We went to Ohrid with...
Anonymous S,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We went to Ohrid with Mandi & Flori. It was awesome, so much fun. Our guide in Ohrid, Philipp was also super great. We dont regret anything and loved it. Ohrid is amazingly beautiful :) This is your sign to book it!!!!
Nice experience
Cristian M,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful spots, nice to have an experienced tour guide like Dave. I definitely will explore more of North Macedonia
Efficient way to travel to NM
XuanL213,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00mandy is greatly helpful and passionate guide l. Good trip to get a quick try of Ohrid if it’s a good spot for your long vacation
Day Trip
dstorms101,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a lovely trip full of beautiful scenery. Everything was super convenient and the guides were very knowledgeable.
This was a really well...
Jean M,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a really well organized and an overall enjoyable, full day tour. We had enough info and free time at each stop to take full advantage of our time. The shops in Ohrid and the monastary mostly took Euros.
Too long
Passport817126,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Too long to see not much during the bus journey
Dave was a great guide...
MIchael M,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Dave was a great guide and I enjoyed his commentary along the way. Very good tour. A shame that people couldn't pause their own conversations while the rest of us were trying to listen to the guide
Guide David very...
Michele S,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Guide Davi very experienced and knowledgeable of the local history of Albania and North Macedonia and very experienced driver for the route!
Ohrid, North Macedonia 🇲🇰 done right 😍
Faiz R,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing day spent exploring beautiful Ohrid lake and around. It was a lovely day to explore a lovely and historic place. Our guide Anest from Albania Inbound was very knowledgeable about all the places visited and a very helpful guy too👍👍
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