Go rural to Lazaropole and Gari from Skopje

Go rural to Lazaropole and Gari from Skopje

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About This Experience in Skopje

Going on this trip will be a real escape from everyday life. We will feel the nature in Mavrovo National Park and visit the most spiritual place in the country, St. John Monastery Bigorski. We will visit two old villages situated in Bistra mountain to feel the rural life in this part of Macedonia. Enjoy!

Why Visit Skopje?

Skopje, North Macedonia offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Skopje provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Skopje

You can reach Skopje, North Macedonia by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Transfers for the tour with a comfortable car/minivan
  • Pick-up and drop-off from/to your hotel in Skopje
  • Experienced English-speaking guide/driver for the entire tour

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fee for Bigorski Monastery (approx. 2 EUR)
  • Personal expenses

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

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We will pick you up from your hotel or other preferred location in Skopje

End Point

We will pick you up from your hotel or other preferred location in Skopje

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point

Pickup Time: 5 minutes before departure

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

We will be starting with a short walk... 30 minutes

We will be starting with a short walk in the Mavrovo National Park around the Mavrovo Lake.

Driving through the canyon of the river Radika, we make the next stop at St 30 minutes

Driving through the canyon of the river Radika, we make the next stop at St. John the Baptist of Bigorski Monastery, which is widely renowned as the most spiritual monastery in Macedonia. This 19th-century structure, erected upon both the ruins of an 11th-century church and the slopes of Mountain Bistra, is home to a small silver coffin allegedly containing the remains of St John himself.

Next, we must see the nearby waterfalls of... 30 minutes

Next, we must see the nearby waterfalls of Duf, listen to the sounds of nature, and relax our senses.

We continue on to the village of Lazaropole,... 1 hour

We continue on to the village of Lazaropole, an old typical Macedonian mountain village on an altitude of 1,350 meters. We take a short coffee break before we start walking around the village, admiring the nature and very unique architecture.

We will also visit the close village of Gari, almost at the same altitude 1 hour

We will also visit the close village of Gari, almost at the same altitude. The houses are made of natural materials that could be found in the surrounding, to be warm in winter, and refreshing in summer. We walk to the waterfalls of Gari River, take a walk in nature, and finishing the day back in Skopje.

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