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Merchants' Ancient Roads: Medium to Hard Hiking Tour from Ohrid with Natural Attractions
Ohrid
Embark on a medium to hard hiking tour from Ohrid, following the ancient footsteps of merchants. Explore natural attractions, panoramic spots, and the longest cave in National Park Galichica.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Ohrid - We will pick you up from your hotel or any other agreed staring point in Ohrid.
- Velestovo - With the vehicle (car or minivan, depending on the number of travelers) we will be transferred to the village of Velestovo from where we will start our climb.
- Asan Dzura (Djura-Gjura-Gura) - Old Ski Center Oteshevo - Everywhere you look you will witness an amazing view. We will climb to the Samotska Medow and Asandzura Karst field. The climb will be approximately 3 hours.
- Velestovo - After a good hike and admiring the astonishing views we will start our descent. After about 2 and a half hours we will arrive to Velestovo and drive back to Ohrid.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Ohrid
- Transport to the starting hiking point
- Entrance fee for the National Park
- Guided tour with an English-speaking mountain guide
- Complimentary water and snack bar
What's Not Included
- Everything else not mentioned as included
- Food and drinks, purchasable before departure
- Hiking equipment: comfortable athletic clothing, hiking shoes, hat, jacket, backpack and sunscreen
Additional Information
This trek ranges from medium to challenging, tracing the path once trodden by ancient merchants. The peak elevation on this journey reaches 1565 meters above sea level. The historic merchants’ trail is a feast for the senses, bursting with vibrant colors, enchanting scents, and lively sounds. As we explore, we will encounter spectacular vistas, rich biodiversity, serene watering holes frequented by livestock, and the longest cave in the Galichica National Park - the Samotska Hole.
Location
Ohrid
We will pick you up from your hotel or any other location in Ohrid
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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