Biking Ohrid Lake to Vevchani

This route takes in some of the most stunning scenery of Ohrid area. You will be riding on the scenic local road along the lake coast all the way from Ohrid to the villages before the border with Albania. A nice stop on the route is the colorful Struga open market, with great choice of fresh fruit and veggies, along with all housewares and souvenirs. Your last stop before the border is Kalishta monastery with the icon of the Holly Mother painted black. Next to the church, you will find the entrance that leads you up the stairs to an old cave church and to few monk cells dug into the rocks centuries ago. Here would be also the place for your last swim in Ohrid Lake before you head to Jablanica Mountain, and to Vevchani village at its foothills, which is your destination. Treat yourself with tasty homemade dinner in one of the guesthouses in Vevchani.

Ohrid. The pearl of the Balkans, a UNESCO protected city. The most important sites in Ohrid are concentrated in the old town:
- St Sofia church. The treasure of medieval architecture and painting. Frescoes which are best preserved examples of Byzantine monumental activities which took place in the period between 10th and 13th century.
- Ancient theater. Renewed piece of history in the heart of Ohrid. It was first dedicated to Dionysus and the muses of poetry and theater games, and later it served as gladiatorial arena for battles. Today, it is a host to world artists such as Jose Carreras, Tina Gorina, or the conductor David Himenez.
- Tsar Samuil Fortress. The shield of Ohrid that protected the city from the tribes’ invasion since 5th century.
- The handmade papermaker. If you like history of books and writings, this workshop is a must to visit, with one of the two remaining (and operating!) Gutenberg press machines in the World.
- Struga. The city of poetry, where River Drim flows out of Ohrid Lake. The beach with many restaurants and cafes is on your left. On your right you can enter the old town and the busy open market.
- Kalishta monastery. The Nativity of Holy Mother of God, is the oldest part of the monastery: it was built in the 14th century and is completely preserved with no restoration works. You will also find three monk cells carved in these rocks.
- Vevchani village. Vevchani people have always been known as skillful builders – this can be seen in the typical village architecture. It is also the place visited by many tourists, including Macedonians, for their good, traditional homemade food.
- Vevchani springs. Declared a Monument of Nature. The biggest spring comes out of a cave above the village, and converges together with 10 minor springs bellow.

Available on request

INCLUDED IN PRICE:

• Detailed cycling route descriptions and maps
• Local safety information and contacts
• Stand by support
• Organization and logistic by Macedonia Travel

NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE:

• Meals
• Personal medical and travel insurance (mandatory)
• Any extra expenses not mentioned under ‘included in price’

Options & Supplements:

• Arrival / departure transfers available upon request
• Rent of bike: from 21 € /per day
• Luggage transfer
• Accommodation in Ohrid
  Guesthouse (private room): from 25 € /per person sharing double room;
  Single supplement 20 €
  4* hotel: from 35 € / per person / sharing double room;
  Single supplement: 25 €
• Accommodation in Vevchani
  Guesthouse (private room): from 18 € / per person sharing double room;
  Single supplement: 10 €
  Family hotel: from 18 € / per person sharing double room;
  Single supplement: 10 €

By bus:
from Skopje to Ohrid: Daily
Price: 9€ (520mkd) / per person / one way
From Vevchani to Skopje: Monday to Saturday
Price: 7€ (420mkd) / per person / one way


Please contact the agency for current bus schedules


Private transfers:
Available on request

Available on request