Half-Day Tour: Exploring Matka Canyon and Vodno Mountain Scenery from Skopje

Embark on a half-day tour from Skopje to explore the breathtaking scenery of Matka Canyon and Vodno Mountain. Enjoy an easy hike through the woods and pastures, capturing stunning views of Skopje valley and Matka Canyon along the way.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mountain of Vodno - This tour combines some of the most renowned landmarks around Skopje. The first stop is Vodno (576m), where photos will be taken from above.
  • Millennium Cross - A cable car ride to the top will be enjoyed, spending approximately 30 minutes there. The ticket costs 100 MKD (1.7 euros).
  • Church of St. Panteleimon - The…
What's Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Knowledgeable tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Other
Additional Information

This tour offers a unique experience by combining visits to some of Skopje’s most renowned landmarks, such as the Millennium Cross atop Vodno Mountain and the Matka Canyon nature reserve. The journey includes a scenic drive through the forests and meadows of Mount Vodno, providing breathtaking views of the Skopje Valley and Matka Canyon, perfect for…

Location
Museum of the Macedonian Struggle for Independence
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Guy
Jun 9, 2025
Nice outing - The itinerary of the trip was changed so that we had nowhere to join the lake and could immediately get on the boat. The guide told about his country in a very pleasant way.
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Nesrina_m
May 30, 2025
Enjoyable afternoon!! - I really enjoyed our boat ride into the Matka canyon. Alex was attentive throughout and shared bits of information about the surroundings during the drive. We couldn’t do that cable car as it is closed on Monday.
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Natia_l
May 20, 2025
Amazing tour - The tour was amazing with breathtaking views. It was a long walk but was totally worth it to see those marvelous places!
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Wanderer50038097234
May 19, 2025
Even through the rain, worth every cent - Our tour guide was Demir and from the moment he picked us up everything went very smooth! He is a true lokal with so many stories, fun facts, experience and great humor. We were definitely in good hands! Although we went on a rather gloomy and rainy day, we still enjoyed the tour very much, and would recommend this at all costs (worth the money for sure). The boat ride was done by his son who was also made sure to make all of us laugh and have fun. It was also a good size for a group (7 people). We not only got to see the sights planned for the tour but got to learn so much about the country and Skopje as we drove by and Demir even walked with us to get lunch afterwards. Couldn’t have asked for a better tour!
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Rayhwa
May 14, 2025
Very worth taking time to participate - The tour guide is an indigenous Macedonian, with a personality and fun humor, along the way not only introduces the important features of both sides, but also the history and transformation of Macedonia. Macedonia under Soviet Union and socialism, as well as the importance of the Macedonian family, etc., have given me, the Taiwanese, a better understanding of this emerging country. 2025.13.05
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Victorle206cd
May 13, 2025
Totally worth it ! - The tour was great we got to see the main sights of the outskirts of the city and they are beautiful ! We were also on time. On the very plus side, the guide is very synpathetic ! PS : Alek not going with us on the cable car ride back felt like a betrayal #heartbreak
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Suzana_m
May 7, 2025
WOW you must see - To visit Skopje and to don’t see Matka and the Milenium cross on Vodno is a lot to miss out of the visit . Our tour guide Demir was very professional and knowledgeable about all. Also he was telling some stories and making the travel experience enjoyable telling some funny stories and jokes. I really enjoyed this outstanding experience in Skopje.
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Mostafael828rb
May 6, 2025
Recommend trip - Very nice light half day trip full of many interesting information. The guide Alek was very friendly also :) Worth the price
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Michaelml9557mi
May 3, 2025
Great for half a day in Skopje - I went on this trip with my Dad and we loved it! Out guide Damir was very charismatic and had so much local knowledge The Canyon is amazing, being the peak of the tour But the rest was also good
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157nilss
May 3, 2025
Good! - Very good! A guide with a lot of knowledge and a good dose of humor made the experience good, very great in Matka Canyon and interesting experiences with the cable car up to the Millenium Cross.
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From $26
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).