North Macedonia: Ohrid & 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, Drilon National Park and Lin Town.
Enjoy a wonderfull day in North Macedonia and South - East Albania!
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 travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A PASSPORT is required for crossing the border into North Macedonia.
If you join the tour without a passport, we cannot guarantee entry into North Macedonia. The tour will proceed as scheduled, and you will be responsible for arranging your own transportation back to Tirana.
Remaining time from the overall duration is for travel time from each attraction to another.
Not suitable for travelers with significant mobility challenges.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entry Ticket to Samuel's Fortress
Border Tax
Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
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 Tirana
Pickup included
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
Reviews
99 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Interesting day trip..
Jay S,
Jul 31, 2025
- Viator
4.00Very well done and tour was as promised. The guide (main guide and the local Ohrid guide) was excellent and helpful throughout the day. Be aware that it is a long day..traveling back and forth to Tirana. I am glad I went because I had an extra day, but if short on time, it might be something to skip.
Highly recommend!
Smitha V,
Jul 25, 2025
- Viator
4.00Small tour of 6 people and I really enjoyed it! The places we went to were so beautiful and serves as an introduction to North Macedonia. I gave 4 stars because the driver was talking really loud the whole journey (like shouting) and speeding. Nolan our guide was ok.
Beautiful views and cheap...
Conner C,
Jul 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Beautiful views and cheap price. Just make sure you bring your passport. The history was incredible and the guide, Nolan, did a great job at presenting us with the information.
An excursion to make
Alice T,
Jul 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very well organized excursion, punctuality in the pick up. The day is very dense and timed but it’s worth it when you can’t spend several days in Macedonia.
Very good tour of lake Ohrid.
Jelmer d,
Jul 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing experience. Was kept updated very well throughout the pick-up process. The travel was very comfortable with good Airconditioning. Ohrid and the lake are amazing. We were assigned a local guide who took us through all of the city. After that we had 1.5 hours of free time before we continued to the Saint Naum Monastery. The guides were very professional and had good contact with the group. Overall an amazing experience which I'd 100% reccomend.
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