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North Macedonia: Ohrid & St Naum Day Tour from Tirana/Durres

4.9142 reviews

Discover the charming old town of Ohrid, Bay of Bones, and the historic Saint Naum Monastery on a day trip from Tirana. Enjoy your time by the lake!

  • Duration

    11 hours

  • Type

    Day Tour

  • Starting

    Tirana +1 more

  • Ending

    Same as pickup point

  • Group size

    1 to 40

  • Live tour guide

    English, Italian

  • Difficulty

    Easy

  • Cancellation

    Free cancellation 24h

Highlights

  • Visit a new country in just 1 day!
  • Embark on a guided tour of Ohrid's Old Town with a Macedonian local guide.
  • Explore the historic Saint Naum Monastery, which has stood for over 1,200 years.
  • Visit the Bay of Bones and learn about the history this remarkable site reveals.
  • Take some photos in the most picturesque site in Macedonia, the Church of Saint John.

Full description

Discover the charming old town of Ohrid, a city where time seems to stand still. Ohrid is renowned for its 365 churches, each reflecting the influence of various cultures from the Roman Empire to the Ottoman Empire, and more. After a guided walking tour of the Old Town, our tour leader will take you to the lake and old bazaar, where you’ll have free time to swim and enjoy lunch at local taverns.

Continue your scenic drive along the lake’s perimeter. Short stop by “Bay of Bones” to learn about the history of the site.

Following your journey by the lake, you will soon encounter the Saint Naum Monastery. As you admire the ancient Byzantine architecture that has stood for a thousand years, you’ll proceed to explore the monastery’s interior. Inside, you will pay a visit to the central church of the monastery and relish the picturesque view of the lake from this vantage point. For nature enthusiasts, the monastery also houses captivating peacocks, adding to its overall charm and beauty.

Re-enter Albania and enjoy a leisurely drive along Albania’s lake perimeter, taking in the beautiful scenic views along the way.

As you return to Tirana, you’ll ascend to the lofty heights of Mount Qafe Thana where you will encounter Lin Village. The breathtaking vista of the village and the adjacent lake makes it an ideal spot for capturing memorable photographs and creating cherished memories.

Itinerary & Details

Your journey

StartFinishRoad route · 294 km

Suggested driving route in itinerary order. Walking, boat trips and local detours may differ.

  1. Tirana, Durres

  2. Drive

    (2.5 hours)

  3. Ohrid

    Guided tour (3.5 hours)

  4. Drive

    (15 minutes)

  5. Bay of Bones Museum

    Photo stop (15 minutes)

  6. Drive

    (15 minutes)

  7. Saint Naum Monastery

    Free time (1 hours)

  8. Drive

    (45 minutes)

  9. Lin Albania

    Photo stop (5 minutes)

  10. Drive

    (2 hours)

  11. Tirana, Durres

Pickup and meeting point

  • Pickup is included from any address inside the Tirana and Durres pickup area.
  • Please give the name of your hotel as the pickup location when you book.
  • The guide contacts you the day before to confirm that pickup will be at your hotel or nearby.
  • Pickups happen 0 to 45 minutes before the activity starts.
  • Drop off is at the same point as pickup.

What’s included

  • Included: Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
  • Included: Transport by Air-Conditioned Vehicle
  • Included: Border Crossing Tax
  • Included: English Speaking Tour Leader
  • Included: Local guide in Ohrid
  • Included: Guided Tour of Historic Sites
  • Not included: Lunch
  • Not included: Personal expenses
  • Not included: Optional Church Visits (Available only during your free time following the walking tour.)

Important information

Not suitable for

  • Above 95 years old
  • People over 125kg
  • People with mobility impairments

What to bring

  • Passport
  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

  • Smoking in the vehicle

Know before you go

  • DOCUMENTS REQUIRED TO ENTER 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 an EU residence permit or an EU ID card

*****E-Visas (Electronic Visas) are NOT accepted.******

Q&A

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts about 11 hours.

When will I get picked up?

The tour officially starts at 7:30 AM. However, please note that pickups begin 30–45 minutes earlier to allow sufficient time to collect all travelers at a comfortable pace without feeling rushed.

Where will I get picked up?

You add your hotel name or street address. Depending on logistics, you will be picked up at or very nearby your location.

Which city can I join the tour from?

You can join from Tirana, Durres and Golem.

Can I cancel my booking?

You can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the tour starts.

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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9/5

Based on 142 reviews

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  • 5.0

    Emma Aldridge

    GetYourGuide

    Lovely trip to Macedonia

    Our guide and driver were experts in their field , much enjoyed zThank you!

  • 5.0

    Алина Горощук

    21/01/2026

    Wonderful and comfortable tour

    Yesterday we went on a tour from Tirana to the city of Ohrid in North Macedonia. It was a wonderful and very comfortable experience, with an amazing guide named Anest. He was extremely attentive and answered all of our questions. We really appreciated how well-planned and thoughtfully designed the route was, down to every detail. The views of Lake Ohrid and the surrounding mountains were especially breathtaking. We traveled all the way around the lake, both on the Albanian and Macedonian sides. On the way back, we also visited the Monastery of Saint Naum, which has an impressive history and a truly special atmosphere. We absolutely loved the tour and would give it more than 5 stars if that were possible 😁🌟 Our guide made this experience truly unforgettable.

  • 5.0

    Omar

    16/01/2026

    GetYourGuide

    Friendly and knowledgeable guide

    The tour guide -Anest- was very friendly and knowledgeable. He showed us around and responded to all of our questions. Moreover, he was very punctual on picking us up. Ohrid is a very nice city to go on a day trip from Tirana

  • 5.0

    Savio

    14/01/2026

    GetYourGuide

    10/10 – highly recommended

    Beautiful day trip to North Macedonia from Tirana. 10/10 would highly recommend this trip. The spots covered during this trip are really very good and picturesque. Our guide Sokol was really helpful and informative and helped us wherever he could. Had a great time during this trip altogether!!

  • 4.0

    lena

    12/01/2026

    GetYourGuide

    Lovely tour

    A very relaxed itinerary, the lake was very beautiful and Ohrid was a charming town. the transportation could have been better, one of the doors was broken. Unfortunately, we couldn't go to St Naum because of the snow.

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