Ohrid - Museum “The Bay of Bones” (N. Macedonia) - St. Naum Ohridski - Galichica National Park - Pogradec (Albania) - Korça (Albania) - Ohrid

This cross-border day trip offers a smooth blend of lakeside charm, cultural heritage, and lively city exploration. The tour begins in Ohrid with a guided walk through its historic landmarks. You’ll visit the Filevi Pearl Workshop, explore the Robevi House museum, and see traditional printing in the handmade paper workshop. The route continues to the Church of St. Sophia, the Ancient Macedonian Theatre, and the elevated sites of St. Mary Peribleptos, Samuel’s Fortress, and Plaoshnik Archaeological Park. The walk finishes at the Church of St. John at Kaneo, with its famous clifftop view over Lake Ohrid.

Leaving the city, the tour heads south to the Museum on Water, known as the Bay of Bones, a reconstructed lake village that reveals how prehistoric people lived above the water. The next stop is the Monastery of St. Naum, where you’ll visit the peaceful gardens and take a short boat ride through the spring waters that feed the lake. Peacocks roam freely here, and the whole setting invites a slower pace.

After crossing into Albania, the tour follows the lakeshore to Pogradec for a short break before continuing inland to Korça, one of Albania’s richest cultural cities. Known for its Orthodox cathedral, historic villas, and vibrant downtown, Korça has a distinctive character shaped by literature, art, and trade. Here, you’ll enjoy an Albanian-style lunch with regional flavors and dishes served in a local restaurant. There’s time to explore the central square, visit the brewery district, or simply enjoy the city’s lively yet relaxed feel.

The return to Ohrid takes the scenic high road through Galichica National Park, offering dramatic lake views from above. This tour is ideal for travelers who want a mix of city, countryside, food, and cross-cultural discovery in one well-paced loop. Passport required.