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A waterfall with a bridge and people walking on it. 1
A wooden bridge over a small stream surrounded by dense greenery. 2
A sign for Vevchanski Izvori (Vechchani Springs) with a logo and text in two languages. 3
A group of people standing on a wooden bridge over a stream in a forested area. 4
A fast-flowing river in a forested area with rocks and lush greenery. 5

From Ohrid: Kalishta, Struga & Vevchani Day Tour

By KTM Voyage
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $63 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

After pickup, travel to Kalishta to visit the unique monastery carved into the mountain above Lake Ohrid. Learn about the secluded life of a monk devoted entirely to religion and explore the church of Holy Mother Mary, famous for its beautiful frescoes and the rare Black Madonna icon. Guests who prefer can relax with a coffee by the lake.

Continue to Struga, known as the City of Poetry and Bridges and host of the renowned Struga Poetry Evenings. Enjoy a short guided walk to see where Lake Ohrid flows into the Black Drim River, along with bridges, monuments, and the local market.

The final stop is Vevchani, a self-proclaimed independent town famous for its traditions, pagan Carnival, and natural springs. Enjoy free time for lunch, followed by a guided walk through the village and its scenic springs before returning.

From sacred silence, poetic streets to crystal springs, every moment is a photo waiting to be taken.

Activity location

  • Kalishta
    • Kalishta, Municipality of Struga, North Macedonia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Atlantic Beach Ohrid
    • Р1301
    • Municipality of Ohrid, Municipality of Ohrid, North Macedonia

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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From Ohrid: Kalishta, Struga & Vevchani Day Tour

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00AM
Price details
CA $62.65 x 1 AdultCA $62.65
Total
Price is CA $62.65
Until Mon, Aug 17

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    English-speaking guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    WhatsApp support for any questions or assistance.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Child and senior discount!
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Instant confirmation and pickup times
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Kalishta mountain-carved monastery (€2,50 / 150MKD p.p.)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Vevchani springs (€2,00 / 120 MKD p.p.)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Kindly wear comfortable shoes.
  • During warm weather it is recommended to use sun cream and bring enough drinking water.
  • Our recommendation is to enjoy a local lunch at restaurant Kutmichevica, where you will taste the freshness of organic products.
  • Travel time is already included in the total duration

Activity itinerary

Kalishta

  • 1h 30m
From Ohrid, you’ll travel to Kalishta, where you’ll visit the monasteries carved into the mountains and experience how monks once secluded themselves from the world to dedicate their lives entirely to religion. You will also see one of the oldest trees in Macedonia and the new church located on the shores of Lake Ohrid.

Struga

  • 2h
After a short transfer from Kalishta, you’ll arrive in Struga’s city centre. During the guided tour, you’ll first visit the local marketplace to taste fresh local products, then see the source of the Black Drim River. Along the way, your guide will point out some landmarks and share interesting stories about the city. Afterwards, you’ll have free time to explore, do some shopping, or enjoy lunch by the famous river.

Vevchani Springs

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket not included
Upon arrival in Vevchani, enjoy free time to explore the village or relax over lunch, with recommendations from your guide. Afterwards, we continue to the famous Vevchani Springs, where a peaceful walk through pristine nature awaits. On the way back, we’ll stop at key landmarks as your guide shares fascinating stories and local legends that reveal the spirit and pride of this unique mountain town.

Location

Activity location

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    Kalishta
    • Kalishta, Municipality of Struga, North Macedonia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Atlantic Beach Ohrid
    • Р1301
    • Municipality of Ohrid, Municipality of Ohrid, North Macedonia
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Gostilnica Grne
    • 6000, Ohër, Komuna e Ohrit, North Macedonia
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Hotel Drim & SPA
    • 51 Boris Kidric
    • 6330, Strugë, Komuna e Strugës, North Macedonia
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Hotel Granit
    • Р501
    • Municipality of Ohrid, Municipality of Ohrid, North Macedonia
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    OKTA
    • br.110 Boulevard Turistichka
    • Ohrid, Municipality of Ohrid, North Macedonia
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Aleksandar Villa Boutique Hotel
    • 6000, Ohër, Komuna e Ohrit, North Macedonia
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Tourist BUS stop (drop off/ pick up)
    • Partizanska
    • 6000, Ohrid, Municipality of Ohrid, North Macedonia
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Hotel Dva Bisera
    • Lagadin, Municipality of Ohrid, North Macedonia
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Inex Olgica Hotel & Spa
    • 5-7 Naum Ohridski St.
    • 6000, Охрид, Општина Охрид, North Macedonia
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Hotel Tino Sveti Stefan
    • 6000, Ohrid, Municipality of Ohrid, North Macedonia
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Mizo Hotel
    • бб Vasil Stefoski
    • 6000, Ohrid, Municipality of Ohrid, North Macedonia
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Unique Resort & Spa
    • Ohër, Komuna e Ohrit, North Macedonia
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Villa Nika , Pestani - Ohrid
    • 6000, Peshtani, Komuna e Ohrit, North Macedonia

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