Stay in North Macedonia
Byzantium & Antiquity 8 days Luxury

Stay in North Macedonia

Between Reborn Skopje and the Mountains of Berovo, a Relaxing Stay at the Gateway to the Balkans

From€600per person
10 years of local expertise4.9/5 (71 reviews including 71 Google)

Duration

8 days

From

€600/pers.

Ideal seasons

May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

Style

Stay

Comfort

Luxury

Travelers

Couple, senior, Honeymoon

The spirit of travel

Located in the heart of the Balkan peninsula, this landlocked country is one of the region's hidden gems. However, visitors have much to discover. Indeed, its rolling hills, lush forests, old towns with charming architecture and numerous local traditions represent all the beauty of Kosovo.

Throughout your journey, discover the historic cities of Prizren, Peja or Pristina, as well as Orthodox monasteries listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, witnesses to the country's history and cultural wealth. The Dinaric Alps mountains and natural parks also offer beautiful opportunities for hiking and discovering the landscapes.

Kosovo is also distinguished by the hospitality of its inhabitants, its gastronomy influenced by the Balkans and the Ottoman Empire, as well as by a strong cultural identity. An ideal itinerary to discover a still-preserved destination, between heritage, nature and traditions.

The stages of your journey

D1–2
SkopjeHôtel Premium*
D3–7
BerovoAurora Resort & Spa
D8
Skopje

Highlights

Bicultural and modern Skopje
Mysterious Canyon Matka
Aurora Resort 5-star
Underground Caves of Vrelo
Luxury Spa Overlooking the Lake
Malesh Mountains Preserved

Day-by-day itinerary

Jour 1
D1

Skopje Airport - Skopje, North Macedonia

Arrival at Skopje Airport.

Then take the road towards North Macédoine with its capital, Skopje. Start exploring a city devastated by an earthquake in 1963 that managed to completely rebuild itself and offer a unique experience. You will appreciate a city divided between two cultures and two different lifestyles between Macedonian Albanians and Macedonians.

Wander through its new city center with its stone bridge « Kameni Most » that separates the city into two parts with the old Ottoman bazaar « Čaršija». You will have the opportunity to climb up to its fortress « Tvrdina Kale » offering a panoramic view of the city.

Hôtel Premium*
Jour 2
D2

Skopje - Matka Canyon - Skopje, North Macedonia

After breakfast, join the Matka Canyon, an essential destination in Macédoine.

Embark on a boat to discover the Vrelo caves, which are considered among the deepest underwater caves in the world.

Return to Skopje and lunch in the city center.

Enjoy your afternoon peacefully in Skopje!

Hôtel Premium*
Jour 3
D3–7

Skopje - Berovo, North Macedonia

SkopjeBerovo

2h130 km

After breakfast, transfer from Skopje to Berovo for your stay in this magnificent hotel!

Enjoy the high-end services of the Aurora Resort & Spa.

Set on 5 hectares of natural landscape, 6 km from Berovo, the Aurora Resort & Spa opened its doors in July 2011. It offers fresh mountain air, wellness facilities and an infinity pool with views of Lake Berovo and the Malesh mountains.

This environmentally conscious establishment is built with local stone and wood. The Aurora features several pools, a luxury spa and an elegant restaurant with terrace. You can enjoy free access to the steam bath, sauna and indoor pool.

In the hotel

Traveling with your children?

  • Kids' club (free) Meals and beverages

  • Full breakfast free every day

  • Restaurant

  • Bar/lounge

  • Café

  • Pool bar

  • Room service with limited hours

Activities

  • Indoor pool

  • Outdoor pool

  • 24-hour fitness room

  • Outdoor tennis court

  • Full spa treatments

  • Hot tub

  • Bike rental on site

  • Fishing on site

  • Horseback riding/horse riding trails on site

  • Playground on site

  • Hiking and biking trails nearby

  • Mountain biking nearby

  • Pool umbrellas

Business

  • Conference space

  • Conference space size (feet): 592

  • Conference space size (meters): 55

  • One meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

  • Dry cleaning / laundry service

  • Laundry facilities

  • Luggage storage

Amenities

  • Number of buildings: 7

  • Year built: 2011

  • Smoking areas available

  • Garden

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Bathroom accessible to people with reduced mobility

  • Room accessible to people with reduced mobility

  • Parking accessible to wheelchair users

Languages spoken

  • English

  • Croatian

Aurora Resort & SpaLunchDinner
Jour 8
D8

Berovo - Skopje Airport, North Macedonia

After breakfast, free time until your transfer to Skopje airport for your return flight.
Breakfast

Price per person

2 pers.€600/pers.

Indicative price per person, based on double room. Each trip is customized according to your preferences.

This trip can be tailored to your preferences

This itinerary provides an excellent foundation for discovery, but it can be fully customized. Our local advisors build each trip tailored to your budget, dates and preferences.

Not included

  • All additional expenses not mentioned in the program
  • Tips
  • Insurance
  • The round-trip flight

Included

  • Reception at Skopje Airport by your local agent
  • Airport transfers from Skopje – Skopje and Skopje – Berovo
  • 5 nights at the 5-star Aurora Resort hotel in Berovo on a Double/Twin room basis
  • Full board from dinner on day 3 to breakfast on day 7
  • Telephone assistance throughout the entire tour
  • The Travel Logbook

Practical Information

Registration is considered firm and final after payment of a deposit of 30% of the total price and acceptance of the specific terms of sale.

The balance must be paid no later than 45 days before the departure date.

See our specific terms of sale for full details.

In the event of cancellation by the traveller, the following fees apply:

  • Plus de 60 jours avant le départ : 40 % du prix total (acompte retenu)
  • Entre 60 et 30 jours avant le départ : 50 % du prix total
  • Moins de 30 jours avant le départ : 100 % du prix total

We strongly recommend taking out cancellation insurance. See our specific terms of sale for full details.

The information below concerns travelers who are nationals of the European Economic Area (EEA), Switzerland and Canada traveling to North Macedonia for a tourist stay. Entry rules may change, so we recommend that you verify the information with the official authorities before your departure.

Passport

To enter North Macedonia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of three months after your planned departure date and must contain at least one blank page for immigration stamps.
The document must be in good condition (no damaged, torn or altered pages).
Nationals of the European Union may also enter North Macedonia with a valid national identity card.

Tourist stay without visa

Nationals of the European Economic Area, Switzerland and Canada benefit from a visa exemption for tourist stays.

This exemption allows for a stay of up to 90 days within a 180-day period on Macedonian territory.

The authorities may also request:

  • an exit ticket from the territory (return or onward flight),

  • proof of sufficient financial resources for the duration of the stay,

  • an accommodation booking or an accommodation address on site.

Registration with local authorities

Any traveler staying in North Macedonia is required to register with the local authorities within 24 hours of arrival. In practice, this formality is generally completed automatically by the hotel or accommodation establishment.

In the case of a stay with a private individual (family, friend), the traveler or their host must complete this registration at the nearest police station. Failure to comply with this obligation may cause difficulties when crossing the border on exit from the territory.

Travel with children

Minors must hold their own valid travel document (passport or identity card for EU nationals) covering the duration of the stay.

In some European countries, when a minor travels without one of their parents, an authorization to leave the territory may be required according to the regulations of the country of residence.

Other nationalities

Entry conditions may vary depending on nationality. Travelers concerned should inquire with the embassy or consulate of North Macedonia in their country of residence.

To participate in our trips, it is strongly advised to be covered for emergency assistance and repatriation and medical expenses abroad.

Your local agency encourages you to review the specific insurance contract developed with our partners CHAPKA ASSURANCES and AXA ASSISTANCE.
To subscribe to insurance, learn about coverage and rates, follow the link below.

CAP EXPLORER: The complete insurance solution designed so you can travel with peace of mind!

Choose the plan that best suits you:

  • Explorer'Multirisque

  • Explorer'Annulation

  • Explorer'Assistance

  • Explorer'Complémentaire Carte Bancaire

Specific to our trips, we strongly recommend subscribing to these plans.
If you choose to subscribe to one of these plans, the policy detailing all coverage and the procedures for filing a claim are available on the insurer's website.

Your local agency will be aware of it, but only the participant is responsible for complying with the claim notification procedures. The participant must therefore keep this policy with them throughout their entire trip.

Chapka — Cap Explorer

Our insurance partner

Travel with peace of mind with our partner Chapka. Cancellation, repatriation, medical expenses, baggage… All the coverage for a worry-free trip.

Travel with peace of mind — I'll handle the insurance

Frequently asked questions

To enter North Macedonia, a passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your entry date is required. An identity card may be accepted in certain cases. Check current conditions with the North Macedonian consular authorities before your departure, as requirements depend on your nationality.

Go to the My Trips section to find all your projects.

You can send a message to your host directly from the Tea Lounge.

For a tailor-made quality trip, budget between 100 and 170 euros per day and per person, including accommodation, meals, internal transport and activities. International flights (200-450 euros return) are additional. The country is very affordable, with Lake Ohrid as its cultural jewel.

Your documents are accessible in the Documents tab of your trip.

Absolutely. We tailor each itinerary to match our travelers' profiles. For families, we prioritize relaxed pacing, family-friendly accommodations, engaging educational activities, and comfortable private transfers. Our English-speaking local guides know how to captivate children with age-appropriate anecdotes.

It's simple. You exchange with our local team to define your wishes, budget and dates. You receive a detailed itinerary proposal within 48 hours. You adjust every detail together until it's perfect. You confirm and travel with peace of mind. Your local agency remains available 7 days a week throughout your trip.

In case of emergency, contact your local agency immediately.

Payment is generally made in two installments.

Our agency is part of the Nomadays network, registered in France. You benefit from APST guarantee (Association Professionnelle de Solidarité du Tourisme) which covers 100% of your funds. Secure payment, repatriation insurance included, and English-speaking assistance 24/7 on the ground throughout your stay.

Quentin, Explorer of the Pristine Balkans
10years of expertise

Let's talk about your adventure — Skopje and Surroundings

Explorer of the Pristine Balkans, based in Pristina, Kosovo

North Macedonia is a discreet destination, but very captivating. It reveals itself in the details: a village, a shared meal, a mountain road, an exchange by the lake.

Quentin

APST Guarantee Secure Payment 24/7 Assistance4.9/5