Ohrid Old Town Panoramic Boat Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Enjoy a panoramic boat tour around Ohrid Old Town and learn about its history from your onboard captain. See the Church of Saint Sophia, St John Church on rocks, Church of Saint Clement, Caves of Love, Presidental Villas.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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
Saint Sophia
The Church of St. Sophia, with its medieval architecture and frescoes, is one of the most important monuments in Macedonia. It is believed to have been built in the 9th century, the present church is a reconstruction of the 11th century, but the courtyard was built later, in the 14th century. In the second half of the 15th century, with the Ottomans, the church was transformed into a mosque and all the frescoes were covered with lime, the dome of the church was flattened, minarets were erected over the northwestern domes. Left abandoned in the first half of the 20th century, restorations carried out immediately after the Second World War revealed the frescoes again.
St. Jovan Kaneo
Saint John the Theologian or simply Saint John at Kaneo is a Macedonian Orthodox church situated on the cliff over Kaneo Beach overlooking Lake Ohrid in the city of Ohrid, North Macedonia. The church is dedicated to John of Patmos, the writer of Revelation, who has been by some considered to be the same person as John the Apostle. The construction date of the church remains unknown but documents detailing the church property suggest that it was built before the year 1447. Archaeologists believe that the church was constructed some time before the rise of the Ottoman Empire very likely in the 13th century. Restoration work in 1964 led to the discovery of frescoes in its dome
What‘s Included
1 Hour Panoramic Boat Tour
Bottled water
Historical and Cultural info
Tips
Pick up service
Options
Ohrid Old Town Panoramic Boat Tour
Reviews
37 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Absolutely Worth It!
Olivia D,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I messaged about going for a wine tour but it was unfortunately unavailable, however Nikola went above and beyond to make the trip lovely! He asked what kind of wine I liked the evening before, and when I went on a panoramic tour I was given a glass of white wine completely free of charge (he even offered refills, and for me to keep the bottle)! The cruise was beautiful on its own, and well worth the price, but Nikola was really what made the trip absolutely outstanding. I hope to be back soon :)
Would Recommend
Tola I,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a really great boat tour, I would definitely recommend!! Nikola’s communication is great, and he’s a very attentive guide. He gave us great information about the history of the Balkans, and even recommended a great restaurant for dinner
Excellent experience
maestralia,Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent boat tour. Nikola is great, explains a lot regarding the area, he is really an expert at what he does. Very friendly and professional at the same time. I suggest him 100% .
Disappointing
JMK-Pittsburgh,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00My wife and I booked the eastern shore trip to St. Naum Monastery which includes stops @ the Bay of Bones Museum and the Church of Mother Mary at Zaum. I booked it for €75 euro each which is high. I had read that you can walk up to boats at the pier and get the trip for €25 each. I chose to pay the premium because of B & F’s great reviews on TA, Nikola supposedly speaks great English and their boats looked very nice. I was also worried that there might not be many boats operating in mid-October. There was a miscommunication about the trip as Nikola thought I was interested in a private trip as opposed to a shared trip. (Seems like a website problem as I definitely submitted a request for the shared option.) On the morning of the trip he re-booked me with another boat. It was pretty bad - loud heavy metal music and a group of pensioners passing around a liter of cheap beer. It turned out that they put us on the wrong boat because it was an express to the monastery. They dropped us off at the Bay of Bones and another boat picked us up from there. Boat number 2 was fine and the captain was very good. Nikola dropped the price to €25 each which was sporting of him, but it’s also the going rate for the trip from what I could determine. I rated them a 3 because we ended up getting the trip we booked at a reasonable rate despite all the confusion. I do not recommend booking with them, though, as they charge premium prices and you could be traveling with anybody.
Private boat tour with friends
Jet20022619775,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went on a boat trip with 6 friends and had an amazing day with Nikola. He is knowledgeable about the area, funny and relaxed. We officially booked a 6,5 hour private boat tour but we at least sped 8,5 hours on the water. There was no rush with Nikola and we had a great day.
Amazing Family Tour with the Best Guide
imranhaseebh,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolutely amazing experience with Nikola at Lake Ohrid! I went with my whole family, and from start to finish, everything was seamless. Nikola was a fantastic communicator — he picked us up very close to our hotel, which made things incredibly easy and stress-free. He’s a truly exceptional tour guide: knowledgeable, engaging, and clearly passionate about the area. Every stop along the way came to life through his explanations and stories. We learned so much about the history and beauty of Lake Ohrid while still feeling relaxed and entertained. Nikola went above and beyond to make sure we had a memorable day, and he succeeded — it was one of the highlights of our trip. I would highly recommend him to anyone visiting the area. You won’t find a better guide!
Learn, laugh, and enjoy the magnificent beauty of lake Ohrid
660zachr,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible tour! Nicola shared his deep knowledge of Ohrid and its surrounds with us as we asked dozens of questions. We laughed, learnt, and enjoyed the magnificent beauty of the lake. I would highly recommend this tour. Thanks Nicola!
Very nice experience
Ian H,Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good and friendly guide! He knew a lot about the lake and the history around it. He also answered all other questions with great passion. We really enjoyed the boat trip!
Must do in Ohrid
Justine C,Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic experience. Thank you so much Nikola! I was solo but he still ran the boat and did not cancel. Really appreciate it when that happens for a solo traveler
Lake Ohrid cruise—yes!
Elsa C,Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent guide, very informative and helpful. Beautiful scenery and learned a lot of history in a lovely setting. Would do it again!
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