About the Tour
This hiking adventure takes you to the most impressive summits in North Macedonia: Korab Peak at 2,764 m, Titov Vrv at 2,747 m and Pelister Peak at 2,601 m.— the highest peaks of the three mountain ranges: Korab, Šar Mountain, and Baba Mountain.
Beyond hiking, this is an immersion in culture, tradition and history, with evenings spent in historic towns, authentic mountain villages and comfortable hotels while enjoying local hospitality and food.
Tour Summary
- Total duration: 8 days / 6 hiking days
- Group size: 1-8 people per guide
- Difficulty: Moderate to difficult
- Hike range: 4-9 hours per day
- Best time: Mid June to early November
- Customizable: Yes. Difficulty, duration, number of hiking days and rest days can be adjusted.
- Accommodation: Three-star hotels with comfortable rooms during a round trip through different mountain regions.
- Weather: Variable. Be prepared for sun, rain, wind and fog.
Journey Day by Day
Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Popova Shapka
- Arrival at Skopje Airport and meet your guide
- Optional short sightseeing tour of Skopje or hiking in Matka Canyon
- Transfer to Popova Shapka ski resort
- Overnight in a comfortable mountain hotel
Day 2: Hike to Peak Plat, 2,398 m
- Start and end at Popova Shapka ski center
- Total Distance: 17 km
- Total Duration: 5-6 hours
- Elevation gain: 700 m
- Difficulty:: Moderate
- One of the most beautiful and scenic summits in the Šar Mountains.
- Overnight in a comfortable mountain hotel
Day 2: Hike to Titov Vrv, 2,747 m
- Start and end at Popova Shapka
- Total Distance: 21 km
- Total Duration: 7-9 hours
- Elevation gain: 1,050 m
- Difficulty:: Moderate to challenging
- Summit the highest peak of the Shar Mountains
- Afternoon: 1.5-hour transfer to comfortable mountain hotel in Mavrovo National Park.
Day 3: Hike to Mount Korab, 2,764 m
- Early transfer to the trailhead, around 45 minutes
- Border police check-in, required for the Korab area
- Total Distance: 19 km
- Total Duration: 8-9 hours
- Elevation gain: 1,325 m
- Difficulty:: Challenging
- Climb the highest peak of North Macedonia and Albania
- Return to accommodation in Mavrovo
Day 4: Hike to Krcin peak 2,341m. and Transfer to Ohrid
- Total Distance: 14 km
- Total Duration: 7-8 hours
- Elevation gain: 1,340 m
- Difficulty:: Moderate to challenging
- Morning transfer to Bitushe village, 1,030 m
- Reach Krcin on the North Macedonia-Albania border
- Descent and transfer 2h. to Ohrid
- Stop for coffee and visit St. John the Baptist Monastery
Day 5: Rest Day in Ohrid
Take time to relax and enjoy the cultural beauty and nature of Ohrid, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Sunset sailing on Lake Ohrid
- Boat trip to St. Naum Monastery
- Kayaking along the coast
- Lakeside restaurants and a walk through the old town
Day 6: Hike to Magaro Peak 2,255m. Galichica National Park
- Morning checkout and 40-minute drive to the trailhead at 1,560 m
- Hike to Magaro Peak, 2,255 m, the highest point in Galichica National Park
- Stunning views of Lake Ohrid and Lake Prespa
- Descent and 1-hour drive to Bitola
- Total Distance: 8.5km
- Total Duration: 4-5 hours
- Elevation gain: 700 m
- Difficulty:: Moderate
Day 7: Hike to Pelister Peak, 2,601 m
- Drive 20min.to the trailhead at Pelister Info Center, 1,360 m
- Summit Pelister Peak, 2,601 m
- Panoramic views over North Macedonia, Greece
- After the hike, transfer to Skopje or stay in Bitola for the final overnight stay
- Total Distance: 22km.
- Total Duration: 8-9 hours
- Elevation gain: 1,240m. m
- Difficulty:: Moderate to Challenging
Day 8: Departure
Transfer to Skopje International Airport for your departure flight.
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