Macedonia · Hiking

6-Hour Hiking Tour from Skopje to Matka Canyon and Peak Kota

7 Hours Round trip from X75W+859 Hard pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the 14th-century St. Nikola Shishevski Monastery with Zoki's hospitality
02 Learn a unique local coffee-making technique
03 Take in breathtaking views of Saint Andrea monastery and the Treska River canyon
04 Reach Peak Kota for panoramic views of Skopje and the surrounding mountains
05 Hike to the Millennium Cross or visit the serene St. Pantelejmon Monastery

Embark on a 6-hour hiking adventure from Skopje to Matka Canyon, visiting the 14th-century St. Nikola Shishevski Monastery and taking in scenic views over the Treska River canyon. Continue on a moderately challenging trek to Peak Kota for panoramic vistas of Skopje, Shar Planina, Skopska Crna Gora, and Mountain Kitka. Depending on the route, hike on to the Millennium Cross for more sweeping views or descend to the hidden gem of St. Pantelejmon Monastery for a blend of nature and culture. Along the way, enjoy Zoki's hospitality and gain insight into local coffee-making.

Enjoy a moderately challenging hike to Peak Kota and reach the viewpoint overlooking Skopje and the surrounding mountains.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Skopje, Matka Canyon

Languages Bulgarian, Croatian, English, German, Serbian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Matka Canyon Trek to Peak Kota and Beyond

Meet at the old bridge on the river Treska and start your hike to St. Nikola Shishevski Monastery.
Rest and enjoy rakija and homemade coffee with Zoki's hospitality.
Admire breathtaking views of Saint Andrea monastery and the Treska River canyon.
Enjoy a moderately challenging hike to Peak Kota and reach the viewpoint overlooking Skopje and the surrounding mountains. Capture stunning photos of Skopje, Shar Planina, Skopska Crna Gora, and Mountain Kitka.
Hike to Millennium Cross for more panoramic views or descend to St. Pantelejmon Monastery, a 12th-century Byzantine church.
Conclude your hiking adventure by descending in Skopje.

Tour duration: +/- 6 hours.

Tour description: 10.5 kilometres.

Positive altitude: 980 m.