Skopje: Day Tour - Millennium Cross to Matka

Chair, Macedonia



Experience natural beauty in Skopje though easy hike on Mount Vodno to beautiful Matka Canyon. Enjoy the views and the fresh air.

Highlights

  • Matka Canyon Escape - full day experience
  • Millennium Cross and Matka - day trip
  • Experience natural beauty in Skopje and Matka Canyon

Description

1. The tour starts from Skopje City Center, the meeting point is in front of Macedonia Gate (Порта Македонија) on 09:00 o'clock.

2.Transfer to Sredno Vodno with a van, and than going to a easy hike to Millennium Cross, you will have enough time to enjoy the view of City of Skopje, enjoy a coffee or drink, see the real beauty of Skopje and the mountain in the area.

You can see the masiv Sharr Mountain, and Ljuboten Peak. We will spend 1 hour on the Millennium Cross.

3. Transportation with van to Matka Canyon.

  • St. Nikola Shishevski Monasty (easy hike 20 min) - (build in 1345)

We will spent around 4 hours in Matka.

The tour ends on the same point where it started, in front of Macedonia Gate (Порта Македонија)

The whole experience will take around 7-8 hours.

Includes

Transportation with van from starting point to Middle Vodno, from Middle Vodno to Matka, and from Matka to ending point
Guided tour on every location

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a transfer from Skopje city center to Millennium Cross, an easy hike, time to enjoy city and mountain views, followed by a visit to Matka Canyon.
The tour starts in front of Macedonia Gate (Порта Македонија) in Skopje city center at 09:00.
The hike to Millennium Cross is easy and suitable for most fitness levels.
Yes, there are opportunities to enjoy coffee or drinks near Millennium Cross and in Matka Canyon.
You can see Sharr Mountain massif, Ljuboten Peak, and explore the natural beauty of Matka Canyon in Macedonia.
Yes, a van transfer is provided between Skopje, Millennium Cross, and Matka Canyon.
No special equipment is needed, but comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.
The tour is a full-day experience, starting at 09:00 and returning to Skopje later in the day.
The tour offers enough time at Millennium Cross to enjoy views and refreshments, typically around mid-morning during the itinerary.
Yes, the easy hike and accessible locations make this tour suitable for families with children.

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