Ancient Macedonia
Bulgaria, Macedonia, Greece
Offset: 15 Trees
Tour length 15 days
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About this tour
Travel through the rich tapestry of Ancient Macedonian history. On this holiday we whisk through Bulgaria, North Macedonia and Greece, uncovering the lost empire of Alexander the Great and stunning natural scenery, not to mention delicious traditional food and drink. Get to grips with the ancient history and contrasting cultures of the region on this thrilling two-week tour.Explore Lake Ohrid - Discover the monasteries and sites around the lake as you soak up the mountain backdrop.Visit Rila Monastery - Witness the distinctive architecture and brightly coloured frescos of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.Uncover Pella - See the birthplace of Alexander the Great, with its mosaics depicting mythological scenes.
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Tour ID 124374
Tour length 15 days
Language English
Group size 18
Age range 16 - 85
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Starting point
Budapeshta Street 92А, 1202 Orlandovtsi, Sofia, Bulgaria
Hotel Budapest, Hotel Reception
17:00
End point
Budapeshta Street 92А, 1202 Orlandovtsi, Sofia, Bulgaria
Hotel Budapest, Hotel reception
09:00
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Day 1: Join trip in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria
Day 2: Sofia city tour, stay overnight in a Macedonian monastery
Day 3: Explore Kratovo and Skopje including Kale Fortress
Day 4: Excursion to the dramatic Matka Gorge
Day 5: Scenic drive to Lake Ohrid via Mavrovo National Park
Day 6: Guided walking tour of Ohrid, afternoon by the lake
Day 7: Free day in Ohrid with the chance to visit Albania
Day 8: Visit to Saint Naum Monastery en route to Pelister National Park
Day 9: Visit birthplace of Alexander the Great and UNESCO Listed Vergina (Greece)
Day 10: Explore Thessaloniki on foot with a local guide, free afternoon in the city
Day 11: Drive to Kavala via Halkidiki Peninsula, boat trip to Mount Athos
Day 12: Excursion to Thassos Island to explore or relax on the beach
Day 13: Explore historical Philippi, drive to Bansko (Bulgaria)
Day 14: Discover the beautiful Rila Monastery, free afternoon in Sofia
Day 15: Trip ends in Sofia
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