Horseback Riding Tours on Pelister, Macedonia
Horseback riding tour to the villages of Smolevo, Velushina, and Bistrica. Unique horseback riding tours that you can reserve by sending a request. Select the date you wish to book the tour, tell us the number of people, and expect a response via email, Viber, and SMS during the day regarding the total price and availability. Once you receive a reply from the organizers, you can confirm if you would like to proceed with the tour.
Included in price:
- The prices are listed in the description and vary depending on the tour
- Everyone receives professional training before the tour
- Professional photography during the tour
- A professional guide accompanies you on the tour
- An English-speaking guide is available upon request
- Some of the tours include traditional food
Not included in price:
- Transportation to the starting location from the ranch
- Some of the tours do not include food (as defined in the description)
If you’ve ever desired to explore the picturesque hilltop and mountain villages of Smolevo, Velushina, and Bistrica, or wished to embark on a horseback riding adventure on Pelister, visiting the region's abundance of monasteries, then this is undoubtedly your "Call of the Wild."
Our tours are available for a minimum of 2 riders (2 horses) and can accommodate up to 6 riders. We offer these tours in Bitola and the surrounding villages: Smolevo, Velushina, Bistrica, as well as in the center of Bitola. The ranch is located in the village of Kravari, just 5 km from Bitola, along the regional road to Greece.
Tours Available for Reservation:
First Tour: Smolevo Village, 10 km, 3 hours (round trip) plus 1-hour break.
What to Expect: This scenic tour takes you through the fields and into the mountains, offering panoramic views of Bitola. You will also visit the St. Athanasius Monastery, where a break will be made.
Includes: Pre-ride briefing, professional photography, English-speaking guide, and a traditional meal consisting of a pie of choice, local cheese, and vegetables.
Price: 3,500 MKD per person
Minimum Riders: 2
Second Tour: Velushina Village, 22 km, 5 hours (round trip) plus 2-hour break.
What to Expect: This unique tour visits several villages along the way. You will ride through the beautiful mountainous terrain of Baba Mountain, with spectacular views of the Bitola area. A visit to the St. George Monastery, located above Velushina, is included, where you will take a break.
Includes: Pre-ride briefing, professional photography, English-speaking guide, and a traditional meal of pie, local cheese, and vegetables.
This tour can be taken as a one-day excursion with one meal or as a two-day journey with two meals and overnight accommodation at the St. George Monastery.
Price: 6,000 MKD for the one-day tour, 8,000 MKD for the two-day tour per person
Minimum Riders: 2
Third Tour: Bistrica Village, 5 km, 1.5 hours (round trip), no break.
What to Expect: A short tour ideal for beginner riders and enthusiasts, taking you through flat terrain in nature.
Includes: Pre-ride briefing, professional photography, and an English-speaking guide.
Price: 1,800 MKD per person
Minimum Riders: 1
Fourth Tour: Panoramic City Tour of Bitola by Carriage, 2.5 hours with visits to key historical sites.
What to Expect: The tour begins at the railway station, with brief visits to the Officers' House and the National Museum of Bitola, housed in the former Bitola Military School. Visitors will have a 30-minute break to explore the museum. You will also visit St. Dimitrija Church and the Clock Tower, where a 15-minute break will be provided for a professional photo session. The tour concludes with a visit to the Heraclea archaeological site, where visitors will have the chance to explore and experience an educational VR (Virtual Reality) historical tour. The final destination is the railway station.
Includes: Entrance fees to listed sites, professional photo session, and English and German-speaking guides.
Price: 18,450 MKD or 300 EUR for two visitors, with the option to include two children; 24,600 MKD or 400 EUR for four visitors (group rate).
Each tour is designed to provide an enriching, scenic, and culturally immersive experience, ensuring unforgettable moments in the heart of Macedonia.
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