Words are not sufficient to describe Matka Canyon. It harbours rare species, beautiful landscapes, caves, historic technology and outdoor activity centre.
At only 15 km distance, Matka Canyon is the most popular nature place to visit near Skopje. The incredible water and landscapes are a must see. You can hike, canoe, kayak, visit a cave, rock climb, eat in a restaurant or just enjoy the view. It is also the first accumulation dam in Macedonia, with a power plant built in 1938.
To visit Matka Canyon on a bicycle is even a greater adventure, taking you through a rural part of Skopje, passing villages, parks and crossing the Treska River over suspended bridges. It is a beautiful adventure fo...
Highlights
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
One small bottled water is included with our bicycles.
Use of bicycle
At Matka Canyon we can stop to have lunch or just a snack looking at the cliffs.
You may want to have some snacks along the way.
Meeting Points
Departure
Railway Station Skopje
We meet on the East side of the Railway Station. You will recognise us because we will have bicycles.
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Our ride towards Matka Canyon takes us through the outer central area and the suburbs of Skopje where we see the way of life, but also some very interesting architecture.
2 hours
2
Gjorche Petrov
Our route will take us through Gjorche Petrov Municipality. Once an agriculture oriented village, now an urban part of the City of Skopje.
3
Park Saraj
We will pass through Sport and Recreation Centre "Saraj". A place that was very popular and functional in ex Yugoslavia, but nowadays most of its structures are falling apart.
4
Krushopek
We will pass through Krushopek village, a predominately Muslim village.
5
Grchec
We will pass through Grchec village, a predominately Muslim village.
6
Shishevo
We will pass through village Shishevo, a mixed ethnicity village od Christians and Muslim people.
7
Matka canoe kayak slalom course
See the kayak course on Treska River as we pass by on our way to Matka Canyon.
8
Lake Matka
Enjoy a moment by the lake.
1 hour
9
Monastery of St. Andrea
We will learn about the local history and culture, by looking at this church.
10 minutes
10
Matka Canyon
We will ride from Skopje to Matka Canyon, where we will learn about the history and culture behind Matka Canyon, and optionally: take a boat ride to Cave Vrelo, relax at the lake, or even take a hike to St Nicolas of Shisevo monastery, right above the lake.
2 hours
Private Bike Tour to Matka Canyon
Skopje
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From
$214.00
Price varies by group size
About
Words are not sufficient to describe Matka Canyon. It harbours rare species, beautiful landscapes, caves, historic technology and outdoor activity centre.
At only 15 km distance, Matka Canyon is the most popular nature place to visit near Skopje. The incredible water and landscapes are a must see. You can hike, canoe, kayak, visit a cave, rock climb, eat in a restaurant or just enjoy the view. It is also the first accumulation dam in Macedonia, with a power plant built in 1938.
To visit Matka Canyon on a bicycle is even a greater adventure, taking you through a rural part of Skopje, passing villages, parks and crossing the Treska River over suspended bridges. It is a beautiful adventure fo...
Highlights
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
One small bottled water is included with our bicycles.
Use of bicycle
At Matka Canyon we can stop to have lunch or just a snack looking at the cliffs.
You may want to have some snacks along the way.
Meeting Points
Departure
Railway Station Skopje
We meet on the East side of the Railway Station. You will recognise us because we will have bicycles.
