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Bigorski Monastery, Mavrovo - St. Nicholas & House of Miyaks

A perfect one-day taste of western Macedonia — the submerged Church of St. Nicholas on Mavrovo Lake, the magnificent Bigorski Monastery, and a long traditional lunch at the famous House of Miyaks.

🕒 ~7 hours 👤 Private tour ✓ Door-to-door ✓ No prepayment
~7 hours
Duration
from €180
Per car (Economy)
1–3
Passengers
Private
Just your group

This relaxed ~7-hour private tour takes you through Mavrovo National Park to two of Macedonia's most loved sights: the half-submerged Church of St. Nicholas rising from Mavrovo Lake, and the Monastery of St. John the Baptist — Bigorski, famous for its miraculous wood-carved iconostasis.

The highlight for many guests comes at the table: a traditional Miyak lunch at the House of Miyaks (Kukja na Mijacite), an authentic ethno-house celebrating the culture of the Miyak region — slow mountain food, beautiful architecture and real hospitality.

Step by step

Itinerary

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Pickup — Your location in Skopje

Comfortable morning start.

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Mavrovo National Park & St. Nicholas Church

Scenic drive through the national park with a photo stop at the famous submerged Church of St. Nicholas on Mavrovo Lake.

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Bigorski Monastery

~1 hour · The Monastery of St. John the Baptist, one of Macedonia's most important spiritual sites, famous for its hand-carved iconostasis.

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Lunch at the House of Miyaks

~2 hours · Traditional Miyak specialities in an authentic ethno-house — one of Macedonia's most special lunch experiences.

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Drop-off — Return to Skopje

Back in the afternoon · Hotel or agreed location.

⚠️ Important: A relaxed day trip (~7 hours: about 4 hours of driving round trip, 1 hour at Bigorski Monastery and around 2 hours for lunch). Private driver transportation only — no tour guide. Lunch at the House of Miyaks is paid on site.
Know before you go

What's Included

✓ What's Included

  • Professional car driver
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Door-to-door transfer
  • Waiting time at every stop

✕ Not Included

  • Lunch at the House of Miyaks (paid on site)
  • Monastery donations (optional)
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities (optional)

Price: Economy car (1–3 passengers) from €180 · Van / Minivan (4–8 passengers) from €250 — book now.

Good to know

Bigorski & House of Miyaks — FAQ

How much does this tour cost?
From €180 per car (up to 3 passengers) or €250 for a Van or Minivan (4–8 passengers) — vehicle, driver, fuel and door-to-door pickup included.
How long is the tour?
Around 7 hours in total — roughly 4 hours of scenic driving round trip, 1 hour at Bigorski Monastery and about 2 hours for lunch at the House of Miyaks.
Is lunch included in the price?
Lunch at the House of Miyaks is paid on site — you order freely from their traditional menu. We reserve the table for you in advance.
Is a tour guide included?
No — this is a private driver tour. Your English-speaking driver shares local tips along the way, and you explore each stop at your own pace.
Where do you pick up?
Anywhere in Skopje — your hotel, apartment or a central meeting point. Airport pickup is also possible.
How do I pay?
No prepayment is needed — reserve for free and pay your driver in cash (EUR, USD, GBP or MKD) at the end of the trip. Prefer to pay in advance? We also accept online payments via Wise and Whop — just ask when booking.

Book Your Bigorski & House of Miyaks

Private tour from €180 per car · door-to-door · no prepayment. Tell us your date and group size — we confirm within minutes.

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