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This hiking holiday is suitable for those new to hiking, or perhaps just want to take the step from being hikers to mountaineers. These hiking trips led us to the best peaks in the three National Parks in North Macedonia, Forest massifs, cultural churches, and all in this amazing trip. The mountain peaks we will hike up during the trip are Medenica in National Park Mavrovo, Magaro peak in National Park Galicica, Jablanica mountain on the border with Albania and Macedonia, and a hike to the mountain lake in National Park Pelister. These mountains not only offer beautiful views, they are also full of history and culture, interesting flora and fauna of the region, including many endemic species. Five days will be dedicated to the hike among these fantastic mountain ranges, visiting the old villages of Galicnik and Malovista, and exploring the city of Ohrid, a UNESCO-protected cultural heritage city. Stay in cities Bitola, Skopje, and the village of Galicnik, learn about the Macedonian culture and tradition, and taste Macedonian food and wine.
Meet the guide at Skopje airport, and transfer to Mavrovo National Park in 1.30h. Drive to the hotel in the village of Galicnik at the foot of the Bistra mountain.
We start with hiking from the hotel in the village of Galicnik at 1560m. The duration of the hike is 4 to 5 hours, with a total length of 10km. With an altitude change of 603m.Medenica peak is the highest peak on Bistra mountain, with beautiful views of the biggest mountains in Macedonia. After descending from the peak, we have 2h. transfer to Ohrid City. As part of our transfer to Ohrid, we will stop for refreshments and coffee and visit the old monastery, St.John the Baptist.
In the morning, we start with 40 minutes. Drive to the village of Gorna Belica at 1450m, start point for today’s hike to the peak Crn kamen (Black Stone) 2257 meters. on the border with Macedonia and Albania. After we finish the hike we go to the hotel in Ohrid city. The trail is 12km long, with a height difference of 837 meters, and with a 5-6 hour hike.
Today it’s planned to enjoy a fine rest day in the city of Ohrid and the surrounding area. We have an option for a guided city tour followed by a fine lunch by the lake. Or we can have other activities like Boat sailing, kayaking, SUP riding, etc.
Today we are hiking on Magaro Peak, 2255m, at Galicica National Park. We will have 40 minutes. Drive to the starting point of the hike at 1600m. Duration of today’s hike is 4 to 5 hours total length of 8.5km. with an altitude change of 700m. and beautiful views of the two biggest lakes in Macedonia, Ohridsko and Pespansko Lake. After we finish hiking, we transfer to Bitola city in 1.15h. Drive accommodation in Bitola.
This morning, we head to the village of Nize Pole start point for the hike to the big mountain lake at 2218m. The mountain landscape’s pasture areas are covered in grass and blueberries, and there are beautiful views of the mountains on the way to the lake. Rest and enjoy by the coast of the lake, and later descend and drive back to the city of Bitola. The duration of the hike for today is 6-7 hours. Length 12 km. 1048 m. altitude difference. ass and blueberry covert and beautiful views of the surrounding mountains on the way to the lake. Rest and enjoy by the coast of the lake, and later descend and drive back to the city of Bitola. The duration of the hike for today is 6-7 hours. Length 12 km. 1048 m. altitude difference.
On the last hiking day, we will go to the mountain village of Maloviste at 1400m. Maloviste is a unique village with authentic architecture. The village has beautiful, large houses built of stone in the traditional way. We pass the village and continue to the monastery Sv. Ana 1420m. From there we continue through the oak forest, and we continue to the small church Holy Salvation at 1950m. With the view of the Pelister mountain, the area of the village and Prespa lake, 10 more minutes. We hike to the peak Vrteska 2010m. with view much more beautiful view of Prespa lake mountains in Greece and Albania. From the peak, we descend to the village and we get ready for transfer to Skopje city 2,30 hours drive city where we will spend the last night of this trip. Today’s hike is with distance: 10 km. Hiking Time: 5 hours, Ascent: 870 meters, Descend:870 meters.
Participants will arrive in Skopje or Ohrid airport on or before the Start date.
Requirements
We’ll be hiking mostly on good trails. You’ll need to have the fitness, stamina for hiking stages of up to 3 to 5 hours. No previous technical experience is required. A certain sense of adventure, flexibility, and a willingness to forgo comfort are also important.
Weather and touring conditions
The weather can be very changeable, meaning fog, rain, and sunshine can alternate on the same day. The tour program will be adapted to the conditions.
Accommodation
This is a round trip, and you will visit different regions and mountains in Macedonia. We will have transfers from different areas and cities with durations of 20 minutes to 2.30 hours. We stay in three-star hotels with comfortable rooms.
Culinary delights
We enjoy full board during these days. In the cities, we enjoy meals either in a hotel or in a restaurant in the city. At hiking time, we will have a picnic lunch. The cuisine in this region is hearty and plentiful. If you have any food intolerances, we ask that you organize your meals. Vegetarian meals are possible.
Money
In Macedonia, the denar is the currency used. You can exchange money at a local exchange office you can bring euros with you. ATMs are in cities. You can pay in restaurants and stores with a credit card.
Equipment
Complete hiking equipment and casual clothing for the evenings in the cities.
Тhe program can be changed according to your preferences to add more or fewer hiking days, or different combinations previously agreed with the guide.