The Tirana to Skopje tour offers a unique insight into the distinct characteristics and authenticity of North Macedonia’s capital, Skopje. As the country’s main hub for economic, political, and cultural activities, Skopje’s compelling history traces back to early Antiquity, having been the heart of numerous ancient and medieval kingdoms. Often referred to as the ‘City of Monuments’, it serves as a vast historical memorial stretching across centuries. The iconic Vardar River, with its multiple bridges, both separates and connects the city’s two aspects. On one hand, there’s the modern Skopje, largely built after the catastrophic 1963 earthquake.

On the other hand lies a captivating, oriental and enchanting sector of the city. Here, below the castle walls, one can uncover the old origins of the locals, meshing Slavic orthodoxy and the Orient, discernible in each of the city’s mosques, minarets, and hammams.