Things to Do in Ohrid – Authentic Macedonian Rakija & Wine Tasting Experience
1,845.00 mkd
Tasting of Macedonian brandy and wine + lunch in the village of Klimeshtani, near Ohrid. If you want to book a one-day experience, you need to send a request by selecting the date you want to attend, in the request itself you need to indicate how many people are involved and which menu (of the two offered) you are interested in. After sending your request, you will receive a response by email, SMS and Viber with the total price at which you can confirm the reservation.
Included in price:
- In the program itself you have 2 offers listed, one of which is:
- 30 euros per person for tasting + appetizer
- 45 euros per person for tasting + lunch
Not included in price:
- Transportation to the location (The same can be organized through Kayak.mk)
Types of Rakija & Wine Tasting Experiences in Ohrid
1. Macedonian Rakija and Wine Tasting Experience
Enjoy a guided tasting of several types of traditional fruit rakija from the family-owned Careva distillery, paired with homemade Macedonian wines including white, rosé, and red varieties.
The tasting is accompanied by a rich traditional platter featuring authentic Macedonian products such as cured meats, homemade cheeses, gjomleze, ajvar, and other local appetizers that reflect the true taste of Macedonian cuisine.
Duration: 3 hours
Price: 30 euros per person
2. Rakija & Wine Tasting with Traditional Macedonian Lunch
This extended experience includes a tasting of handcrafted fruit rakija and homemade wines including white, rosé, and red, served alongside a generous traditional Macedonian platter with cured meats, local cheeses, gjomleze, ajvar, and seasonal appetizers.
The experience is enriched with a full traditional lunch prepared according to authentic Macedonian recipes, using locally grown ingredients sourced directly from Macedonian villages. The focus is on freshness, tradition, and true homemade flavors.
Price: 45 euros per person
Tour Agenda and Program – Authentic Rural Experience Near Ohrid
Your journey begins with organized transportation from a pre-arranged location, leaving the modern world behind and stepping into the calm rhythm of traditional Macedonian village life.
Upon arrival, you will be welcomed in true Macedonian spirit with a selection of traditional appetizers made from homemade and locally sourced products, followed by a rakija tasting at the family-owned Careva distillery in the village of Klimestani.
Your host will guide you through the entire rakija-making process, from sun-ripened fruit grown in their own orchards, through natural fermentation and slow distillation in a traditional copper still, to aging and finally pouring the rakija into your glass. This is not just a tasting, but a living story passed down through generations, a true “from fruit to glass” experience.
The tour continues with a visit to the winery, where you will taste three carefully produced homemade wines including white, rosé, and red, while learning about the art of winemaking and the family passion behind every bottle.
The experience is complemented by a walk through the village of Klimestani, surrounded by mountain landscapes, the crystal-clear waters of the Sateska River, fragrant orchards, and the historic Church of Saint Clement of Ohrid, a symbol of Macedonia’s deep spiritual and cultural heritage.
For travelers seeking active experiences, optional activities include swimming in the refreshing cold river, seasonal fruit picking, traditional goat milking, and fun rural games such as blind rakija tasting and axe throwing, skills once deeply rooted in everyday village life.
Guests may also choose to enjoy a traditional Macedonian lunch prepared with locally grown organic vegetables, homemade cheese, freshly baked bread, and meat sourced from local farms.
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