Visit North Macedonia’s most prestigious monastery, which is located deep in the forest. A medieval place where monks isolate themselves from the rest of the modern world, so they can devote themselves entirely to their faith. The monastery households one of the biggest and finest wood-carved iconostases in the world. According to legends this iconostasis is a source of many ancient secrets. After some free time and optional lunch, you continue the journey towards the Duff Waterfalls. While entering the Natural Park of Mavrovo, which is the biggest in the whole Balkan, the path will lead you to the village of Rostushe and the canyon of the Rostushka river. At some points this canyon has a stunning dept of 100 meters. While enjoying this short walk, our guide will provide you astonishing tales about the flora and fauna of the National Park of Mavrovo. Afterwards, you will be brought back to Ohrid. Interesting fact: Did you know that the name Macedonia, nowadays north and south, is mentioned several times in the bible and is one of the most concentrated with monasteries and churches in the whole world?!
Bigorksi monastery & Duff waterfalls from Ohrid
- Enjoy a short walk in nature and reach the waterfall of Duf
- Look back at the thousand-year history of the Monastery
- Discover the architecture and the holiest relics of the Monastery
- Child and senior discount!
Entrance fees
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Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
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Pick-up and drop-off from designated areas
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Hotel pick-up/drop-off
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Tour guide
Entrance fees
Food and drinks
Food and drinks
Bigorski Monastery St John the Baptist, Rostushe, North Macedonia
Extra fees to be paid on site:
- The lunch is optional and not included in the price (approx. 15 euros per person)
Remember to bring:
- Kindly wear closed and comfortable shoes
- During warm weather, it’s recommended to use sunscreen and bring enough drinking water
What people say about this experience
Based on 7 reviews from verified customers
Review categories
Value for money
4.3/5
Service
4.6/5
Staff
4.6/5
Safety
4.6/5
Anne Whitham
From United States of America - September 2024Traveled with a group of friends
45 - 54 years old
Excellent
Overall rated4/5
This walk was challenging and although parts of it were easy the steep inclines were slippery and not for the faint hearted. I walk 15 km a week but t ...
Anonymous
From United States of America - September 2024Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Very knowledgeable guide !
Melissa
From United States of America - August 2024Traveled as a couple
18 - 24 years old
Excellent
Overall rated4/5
Bianca
From United States of America - August 2024Traveled with family
25 - 34 years old
Great
Overall rated3/5
Je bezoekt eerst de watervallen en daarna pas het klooster. Deze watervallen (stroompje) is alleen te bereiken via een zeer steile helling met zand en ...
Lynn
From United Kingdom - July 2024Traveled as a couple
35 - 44 years old
Excellent
Overall rated4/5
Walk to waterfall was very pleasant there are a few steep parts so shoes required and not suitable if you have mobility difficulties. Trip moves onto ...
M
From United States of America - July 2024Traveled as a couple
18 - 24 years old
Great
Overall rated4/5
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