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Ohrid Old Town Walking Tour & Panoramic Lake Boat Cruise

Name: Ohrid Old Town Walking Tour & Panoramic Lake Boat Cruise
Brand: Balkan Destination
SKU: 3e96f997-9c05-4125-95b8-d5a0b0baa5ec
Price: 25 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

by Balkan Destination

Ohrid, North Macedonia

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Private Tour

Starting from

25/person

About this Activity

Experience the highlights of Ohrid with a relaxed combination of a guided old-town walk and a panoramic cruise on the crystal-clear waters of Lake Ohrid. Starting at Ohrid Port, your local guide will lead you through the atmospheric cobbled streets, sharing stories of the city’s ancient history, Byzantine heritage and remarkable churches. Walk past key landmarks such as the Old Bazaar, the Church of St. Sophia, the Ancient Theatre and the Church of St. John at Kaneo viewpoint, before reaching the Big Flag for sweeping views over the lake and old town. Continue with a panoramic boat ride along Ohrid’s shoreline, enjoying a different perspective of the historic city, Kaneo cliffs and surrounding mountains. This activity is ideal for first-time visitors who want to see Ohrid’s essential sights in a short, memorable experience.

Important Notes

•Panoramic boat cruise on Lake Ohrid
•Photo stops at Ohrid’s main viewpoints

Daily Itinerary

10 min

Meet at Ohrid Port

Meet your guide at the main passenger boat pier and receive a short introduction to Ohrid, Lake Ohrid and the UNESCO heritage area.

35 min

Old Town and Ohrid Highlights Walk

Walk from the waterfront into the old town, passing the Old Bazaar and St. Sophia Church area while learning about Ohrid’s ancient, medieval and religious heritage.

25 min

Ancient Theatre and Upper Old Town

Explore the streets around Ohrid’s Ancient Theatre and continue uphill through historic neighborhoods with views over the lake.

20 min

Kaneo Viewpoint and Big Flag

Visit the scenic Kaneo area and continue to the Big Flag viewpoint for panoramic photographs of Ohrid Old Town, the lake and the mountains beyond.

25 min

Panoramic Lake Ohrid Boat Cruise

Board a boat for a relaxing cruise along Ohrid’s shoreline, taking in views of St. John at Kaneo, the old town cliffs and the waterfront.

10 min

Return to Ohrid Port

Disembark at Ohrid Port, where the activity concludes.

Recommendations

Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the old town includes cobbled streets and uphill sections. Bring sun protection, water, a light jacket for the boat ride and a camera. The route can be adjusted for weather conditions and guest mobility where possible.

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Cancellation Policy

Reservations cancelled at least 48 hours, prior to the arrival date, will be fully refunded, minus bank fees. Cancellations less than 48 hours, prior to the arrival date, will be charged for all reservation made.