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Tastes and Trails of North Macedonia

North Macedonia
10 reviews
Available Departures: Jun, Aug, Sep

8 days from

US$1,850

without flights
Walk & Trek
Guided Group
MODERATE MODERATE

Experience the very best hiking trails and tasty cuisine on this walking holiday to North Macedonia one of Europe`s best kept secrets

Trip Code: MAC
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To show the relative difficulty of our holidays, each trip is graded on a scale of 1 to 12, with 12 being the most challenging. Although we have tried to make our grading system as clear as possible, it cannot take into account your personal interests, abilities or experience. If you have any questions about the nature of a particular trip or its suitability for you, please read the 'Is this holiday for you?' section or contact us.

 1 - 3 LEISURELY
1 - 3 LEISURELY

Suitable for most people in good health, holidays at this grade include only limited amounts of activity.

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4 - 6 MODERATE
4 - 6 MODERATE

Suitable for reasonably fit individuals, such as weekend walkers and cyclists. There can be the occasional more difficult day.

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7 - 9 CHALLENGING
7 - 9 CHALLENGING

Physically challenging holidays, where you need to be prepared before you go.

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10 - 12 TOUGH
10 - 12 TOUGH

Our toughest holidays, involving many long days, often in isolated areas. A high level of fitness and previous wilderness and mountain experience is essential.

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Tastes and Trails of North Macedonia

Highlights
  • Spectacular views and wonderful flora in Mavrovo and Galicica national parks
  • Sample herb rakija, taste local dishes and enjoy a home-cooked dinner
  • Stroll along the shores of Lake Orhid and sail through Matka Canyon
  • Hike trails to stunning viewpoints, flower meadows and mountain pastures

At a Glance
  • Group Size 4 to 14
  • 6 days walking and sightseeing
  • Max altitude 2747 metres
  • Join In Skopje

Accommodation & Meals
  • 7 Breakfasts
  • 5 Lunches
  • 6 Dinners
  • 7 nights Hotel
Overview

In the heart of the Balkans you’ll find welcoming North Macedonia, a land of dramatic mountains, stunning lakes, breath-taking monasteries and mouth-watering national cuisine. North Macedonia is perfect for a true off the beaten track walking holiday as you encounter pockets of solitude where time has stood still. Meandering trails will lead you through vibrant forest, deep gorges and sleepy hamlets enriched with a kaleidoscope of flora and fauna. Alongside excellent walking you’ll get to sample some excellent local dishes as Tastes and Trails of North Macedonia takes you on a culinary delight for walkers. After the bustle of Skopje it’s a boat ride through Matka Canyon and a fantastic variety of daily walks. Each day you’ll find yourself following the best trails in the country as you take in the wild beauty of Mavrovo and Galicica National Parks, plus atmospheric monasteries and decorated mosques. A highlight of the country is Lake Ohrid, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s oldest lakes. Here you can relax on a free day before enjoying dinner with a local family. North Macedonia is a fascinating melting pot for walking, cuisine and culture and one of Europe’s best kept secrets for walkers.

Is this holiday for you?

This holiday in North Macedonia includes 5 wonderful days of walking which starts out with a morning's hike from the summit of Mt Vodno through the Matka Canyon. Each day you'll only need to carry a day pack with your personal items and picnic lunch in.  The other 4 days are longer and include a a mix of forest trails and open moorland, with slightly rockier footpaths as you ascend. There is …

This holiday in North Macedonia includes 5 wonderful days of walking which starts out with a morning's hike from the summit of Mt Vodno through the Matka Canyon. Each day you'll only need to carry a day pack with your personal items and picnic lunch in.  The other 4 days are longer and include a a mix of forest trails and open moorland, with slightly rockier footpaths as you ascend. There is a fee day in Ohrid which includes a walking tour and time at leisure. This is a wonderful walking holiday for active, regular hikers who are looking for a holiday in a unique country and the opportunity to sample a rich variety of North Macedonian dishes.

Why KE?

As you’d expect from KE the walking experts, this fantastic holiday to North Macedonia includes the very best trails in the country. With 5* reviews for food we've also included an excellent variety of tasty dishes in local restaurants for you to sample on your walking adventure. Call Sarah to talk North Macedonia - she calls it A Must See Destination

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