An extraordinary cycling tour combining three countries with remarkable sceneries from the vast mountain regions of the Macedonian mountains, to the agricultural landscape of the Northern Greek territories, from the tranquility of the scenery of the Ohrid lake to the sandy beaches of the Aegean Sea on the shores of the Sithonia peninsula. Cycle with the Greek Gods on Mount Olympus, downhill on the slopes of Bansko ski resort where world renowned skiers compete.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATIONOhrid/Skopje/Tirana/Thessaloniki – Airports
DURATION14 days – 13 nights
TYPE OF CYCLEguided and self guided tours
WEAR/LUGGAGEComfortable clothing, biking clip shoes, hat, jacket, small back pack, reserve parts, pump, spear tire, first aid and sunscreen for every day biking. Pack your belongings in one piece up to 15 kg in soft or hard bag.
INCLUDED
GPS with all tours,  maps & SIM cardAccommodation in guest house(s) and Hotel(s)
Meals: all breakfasts, 13 lunches and 13 dinners Transfers as foreseen by the itinerary including airport pick-up
luggage transport: one piece up to 15 kg in soft and hard bags onlyentrance fees, biking
NOT INCLUDED
meals not listed in itinerary as well as drinks other than table water
personal expenses such as gratuities and souvenirs
flights: all our tours are ground-service only
overseas health insurance* is compulsory to offer best possible care

Best time/period: late May to early October

NOTE: Our staff reserves the right to modify the tour depending of the weather conditions and costumer physical fitness.

Should you have any further requirements or desires, please do not hesitate your self to contact us!  

1

Day SKOPJE - MAVROVO - OHRID

Arrival in Skopje. Depart from Skopje to Mavrovo National Park by bus. From there we start riding in direction to Debar, following river Radica. On our way we will stop in the monastery of St. John the Baptist. From there we will continue riding in direction to Debar lake for light lunch and rest. From here
we have transfer to Ohrid. Befor we arrive in Ohrid we will stop at the village of Vevchani. Arrival in Ohrid for accommodation and rest.

(driving distance to Ohrid 280 km – 3 :30 min.- cycling distance 55 – 60 km.)

2

Day OHRID - BIKE CITY TOUR

Today we have a bike city touristic. We will visit the old town , fortress of Tsar Samoul, St. Pantelejmon church, St. Sofia and St. John Kaneo. We will finish in the downtown area and give free time for exploring not only the town butte local beaches in Ohrid.

3

Day OHRID - ST. NAUM - GALICHICA - BITOLA

Afterbreakfastwe depart with bikes to St. Naum. We will bike on asphalt till the monastery where we will have time for sights and boat ride on the natural springs of lake Ohrid. . From there we will continue biking to National Park Galichica and stop on the top for spectacular View of the lake. Cycling downhill we arrve on the lake side of Prespa where we continue by bus to Bitola. Evening sightseeing of city and free time for overnight.

(driving distance 221 km – 3:30-4:00 min-cycling distance 55 km)

4

Day BITOLA - EDESSA - VERGINA – LITOCHORO

Morning departure with bikes to Heraclea archaeological site. Continue to Edessa by bus. Sightseeing of Edessa and its famous waterfalls. From here we cycle to the town of Vergina – the resting place of Philip II -Alexander the Great

5

Day MOUNT OF OLYMPUS - THESSALONIKI

Today’s day is dedicated to cycling with the Greek Gods. We will ride on asphalt roads to enjoy the great nature of the mountain and the grand views of the Aegean Sea. Enjoy lunch picnic on the way to Thessaloniki. Evening in Thessaloniki.

( driving distance 111km. 2:00 min – cycling distance 25-30 km)

6

Day THESSALONIKI

Today we have a bike free day. After breakfast there will be sightseeing of the city. After free time to explore the pier, museums, local beaches or just enjoy and absorb the atmosphere.

7

Day THESSALONIKI - SlTHONlA

After breakfast we depart by bus to Sithonia. We will stop at the town of Nea Moudania and continue cycling to the town of Nea Marmaras. Accommodate and free time to enjoy the beaches, free time. Dinner.

(driving distance 142 km – 2:30 min. cycling distance 58, 5 km.

8

Day SlTHONlA

Today we have a cycling day. We will enjoy the mountain area of the Sithonia where we will experience a combination of asphalt and off road and possible swim on some secluded beach.

(cycling distance 49- 55km.)

9

Day SITHONIA - OURONOPOLI - BANSKO

After breakfast we continue by bus to Ouronopoli for a cruise around Athos. A cruise tour with a look at the forbidden peninsula dedicated to the Orthodox church where life in some monasteries continues with tradition of the middle age. We will witness the greatness of the Russian Orthodox church and learn
why women are forbidden to visit. We will return to town for lunch and from there continue to Bansko. Arrival and accommodate. Dinner.

( driving distance 334 km – 5:00-5:30 min. cycling distance – 61 km)

10

Day BANSKO

Today we will enjoy the greatness of Bansko, mountain Pirin and its Ski resort. We will ride on asphalt and embrace the wonderful nature of Pirin mountain. Return to hotel in afternoon to enjoy the spa centre and swimming pool. Dinner.

(cycling distance 16 – 25 km asphalt & off road)

11

Day BANSKO- DELCHEVO-BEROVO

Morning departure with bus to Macedonia. En route stop in the town of Blagoevgrad for sights and coffee break. Arrival at Delchevo and start cycling to the town of Berovo. Arrival at Berovo hotel for accommodation.

(driving distance 130 km – 2:30-3:00 min-cycling distance 38 km)

12

Day BEROVO

Full day cycling with combination of asphalt and off road. We will cycle to the borderline and lake of Berovo with few breaks to enjoy the nature. We continue off road to a sheep farm for a homemade lunch with the locals. we will learn about the everyday life and talk to the family Visit with the animals.Downhill to the asphalt road to depart fo the hotel. Overnight.

(cycling distance 38 – 40 km)

13

Day BEROVO - KOCHANI - SKOPJE

Morning bus departure to the capital of Macedonia, Skopje. We will pass through the agricultural part of the country and the unique rise fields of Macedonia. We will continue to the town of Sveti Nikole where we will continue cycling form there to the highway that will connect us to Skopje. Arrival in Skopje. Accommodate and free evening out.

(driving distance 180 km – 2:00-2:30 min-cycling distance 55 km)

14

Day SKOPJE - Depart

After breakfast we will have cycling tour of Skopje. visit the old Kale fortress and the old Turkish market. Stop at the Holocaust museum and Archaeological museum of Macedonia. Continue to the new downtown of Skopje. Free time before the departure to the airport.

cycling in Macedonia Greece and Bugaria

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