Cheap 10-Day North Macedonia Road Trip from Skopje to Ohrid and Bitola

Your exciting road trip through North Macedonia starts when you reach the incredible city of Skopje, where you'll stay for 5 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Skopje and begin your adventure in North Macedonia.

Skopje is a popular cheap holiday destination in North Macedonia with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Skopje and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Stone Bridge in Skopje will make your cheap holiday in North Macedonia truly special. This attraction is a fascinating footbridge that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,846 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Skopje. An excellent example is the popular Restaurant Skopski Merak. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,862 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in North Macedonia is Pelister. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,679 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Restaurant „Gino“. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,901 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Badu bar is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,086 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Skopje we recommend is St. Patrick, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,104 customers.

Amigos is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,337 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in North Macedonia!

Day 2 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across North Macedonia is proof that there's more to the city of Skopje than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Skopje and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 4 nights left in Skopje.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Museum of Contemporary Art. This incredible attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from around 540 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Skopje Fortress. This spectacular archaeological site and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 1,809 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Mother Theresa Memorial House during a vacation in Skopje. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Mother Theresa Memorial House has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,561 reviews.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in North Macedonia more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Skopje, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Skopje for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Old City House is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,632 customers.

Restaurant Baba Cana is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Skopje. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,357 customers.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Skopje, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Skopje.

The Gallery Café is a fantastic bar many locals in Skopje recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,212 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Tribeca Restaurant & Bar, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 875 customers.

Bar „Longplej“ is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Skopje. Customers have rated the exciting Bar „Longplej“ an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 682 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in North Macedonia!

You still have 3 nights left in the area, giving you plenty of chances to check out top-rated restaurants and try out unique activities that will enhance your road trip experience in North Macedonia.

Today’s adventure starts in Bardovci. Bardovci is a popular cheap holiday destination in North Macedonia and the home of the wonderful Millennium Cross. This amazing attraction is a cross that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,241 visitors.

Another of the best places to visit in Bardovci is the fascinating Vodno. As one of the most popular sights in the area, this mountain and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 246 reviews.

Make your road trip vacation in North Macedonia more memorable and epic without spending a fortune. Take advantage of the cheap holiday deals you'll find in North Macedonia and add budget-friendly activities to your travel plan.

When you’re done exploring, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Skopje.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Daily Food & Wine. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 984 customers.

After your meal, finish off this busy day with a refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the city of Skopje, Temov brewery. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 878 customers.

Tsentar Bar is another popular bar in the area perfect for cheap holiday goers in Skopje. This bar has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 875 customers and is a great place to relax and enjoy a few drinks.

Locals also recommend Lounge bar „Bonimi“. This bar offers customers a terrific bar experience at low prices, making it one of the best spots in Skopje. Lounge bar „Bonimi“ has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 708 customers.

Cheers for an adventure-filled road trip vacation in North Macedonia! Celebrate this incredible opportunity for an affordable travel experience in the city of Skopje!

You still have 2 nights left in the area, giving you plenty of chances to check out top-rated restaurants and try out unique activities that will enhance your road trip experience in North Macedonia.

Today’s adventure starts in Chair. Chair is a popular cheap holiday destination in North Macedonia and the home of the wonderful Old Bazaar. This amazing attraction is a čaršija that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 19,269 visitors.

Another of the best places to visit in Chair is the fascinating Čifte Hammam. As one of the most popular sights in the area, this hammam and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,851 reviews.

To make your time in Chair more memorable, visit the incredible Kuršumli An. This well-known caravanserai and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 234 visitors.

Make your road trip vacation in North Macedonia more memorable and epic without spending a fortune. Take advantage of the cheap holiday deals you'll find in North Macedonia and add budget-friendly activities to your travel plan.

When you’re done exploring, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Skopje.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Vodenica Mulino. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 870 customers.

Matto Napoletano is another excellent restaurant we recommend for budget travelers in Skopje. This restaurant offers good food at even better prices and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 694 customers.

After your meal, finish off this busy day with a refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the city of Skopje, Café Capri. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 646 customers.

Van Gogh Bar is another popular bar in the area perfect for cheap holiday goers in Skopje. This bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 550 customers and is a great place to relax and enjoy a few drinks.

Locals also recommend Piazza Liberta. This bar offers customers a terrific bar experience at low prices, making it one of the best spots in Skopje. Piazza Liberta has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 557 customers.

Cheers for an adventure-filled road trip vacation in North Macedonia! Celebrate this incredible opportunity for an affordable travel experience in the city of Skopje!

Day 5 of your road trip across North Macedonia offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Tetovo and the enchanting Duf, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Tetovo and end the day in Duf, where you'll stay for 3 nights.

Buckle up because day 5 of your affordable vacation in North Macedonia will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Tetovo is the magnificent Mountaineering Club Ljuboten. Around 167 visitors have rated this excellent best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Šarena Mosque on this leg of your self-drive tour in North Macedonia. This attraction is a well-known mosque that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from around 2,153 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Tetovo, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Duf.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Natsionalen Park Mavrovo. This popular site is a valued park in Duf and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,859 visitors.

Another must-visit in Duf is the spectacular Bigorski Monastery St John the Baptist. This outstanding place of worship and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from more than 3,062 travelers.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across North Macedonia. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in North Macedonia. Make your cheap holiday experience in North Macedonia more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Ohrid offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in North Macedonia. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Ohrid offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in North Macedonia.

Leonardo Pizza is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,678 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Ohrid is Biljana's Springs Restaurant, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers.

Pizza Nemo offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Ohrid. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 852 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Ohrid’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Cuba Libre Beach & Bar is an excellent example of a great bar in Ohrid offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,497 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Irish Pub Dublin, another of locals’ go-to bars in Ohrid. Irish Pub Dublin is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,208 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Corner Bistro is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Ohrid. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 688 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through North Macedonia with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in North Macedonia!

Day 6 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across North Macedonia is proof that there's more to the city of Ohrid than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Ohrid and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 2 nights left in Ohrid.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Chinar Tree. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 2,301 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Ohrid. This spectacular city and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,053 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Old Swimming Court during a vacation in Ohrid. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Old Swimming Court has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 253 reviews.

This day of your road trip in North Macedonia is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Museum „The Bay of Bones“. This popular place of interest in Ohrid is a valued museum that has a rating of 4.5 out of a 5-star rating from 3,473 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Ohrid when you include the fantastic Monastery of Saint Naum to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating monastery with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 7,992 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in North Macedonia more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Ohrid, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Ohrid for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Restaurant "Sv. Sofija" is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 836 customers.

Pizza Via Sacra is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Ohrid. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Panorama, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 599 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Ohrid, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Ohrid.

Le Petit Bistro Lihnidos is a fantastic bar many locals in Ohrid recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,400 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Irish Pub Five, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 413 customers.

Shilla - coffee & bar is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Ohrid. Customers have rated the exciting Shilla - coffee & bar an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 448 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in North Macedonia!

Day 7 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across North Macedonia is proof that there's more to the city of Ohrid than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Ohrid and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Ohrid.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Church of Saint John the Theologian. This incredible attraction is a church that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from around 3,327 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Old City Park. This spectacular park and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,687 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Plaošnik during a vacation in Ohrid. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Plaošnik has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 712 reviews.

This day of your road trip in North Macedonia is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Ancient Macedonian Theatre of Ohrid. This popular place of interest in Ohrid is a valued must-see tourist destination that has a rating of 4.5 out of a 5-star rating from 3,761 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Ohrid when you include the fantastic Church of St. Sophia to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating eastern orthodox church with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,164 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in North Macedonia more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Ohrid, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Ohrid for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Kebapchilnitsa "Vkusno" is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,830 customers.

Belvedere is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Ohrid. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,265 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Restaurant „Aleksandrija“, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 847 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Ohrid, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Ohrid.

Jazz Inn is a fantastic bar many locals in Ohrid recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 317 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Sky Corner, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 465 customers.

Kafe Bar CoCo Ohrid is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Ohrid. Customers have rated the exciting Kafe Bar CoCo Ohrid an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 172 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in North Macedonia!

Day 8 of your self-drive vacation in North Macedonia gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Bitola for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in North Macedonia.

While you’re in Resen, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Saraj. The fantastic Saraj is a popular must-see tourist destination and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 417 travelers.

Make Saraj your first stop. This popular must-see tourist destination among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 417 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Pelagonia Region is the outstanding Makedonium - Ilinden Monument. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 visitors, this remarkable must-see tourist destination and attraction deserves a spot on your North Macedonia travel bucket list.

We also recommend a visit to the popular The Toshe Proeski Memorial House. This attraction, a stunning museum, has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,061 travelers.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about North Macedonia. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in North Macedonia and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Bitola. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Bitola, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Kus Kus, one of the best restaurants in Bitola. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 968 customers.

Jagoda Meze Bar is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Jagoda Meze Bar is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 812 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Lounge Bar Manaki, another well-loved restaurant in Bitola. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 551 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in North Macedonia.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Bitola, Bourbon Street. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 753 bar goers.

Cafe Pajton is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Bitola, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 635 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Porta Jazz, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 474 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across North Macedonia. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in North Macedonia!

On day 9 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across North Macedonia, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Bitola and end your day in the city of Skopje, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Bitola is the amazing Clock Tower, Bitola. This travel destination is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,222 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible House of the Army. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 265 travelers, a visit to this well-known best-rated sightseeing destination and sightseeing spot in Bitola is likely to make your vacation in North Macedonia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Bitola is the outstanding NI Institute and Museum Bitola. This museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,219 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in North Macedonia, drop by the popular Heraclea Lyncestis. This attraction, an amazing archaeological site, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,152 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic National park „Pelister“. This must-see tourist destination is a popular attraction rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,192 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in North Macedonia. To have the best affordable travel experience in North Macedonia, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in North Macedonia unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in North Macedonia.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Skopje. Skopje is another cheap travel destination in North Macedonia where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in North Macedonia can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Skopje that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Skopje enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Skopje’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in North Macedonia. For example, you can visit Gluvo Kuche/Deaf Dog. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 315 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Chillin' Bar. This popular bar in Skopje has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 239 bar-goers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in North Macedonia!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to North Macedonia as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 10 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Skopje.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in North Macedonia.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Skopje is the remarkable City Park. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,026 visitors.

You’ll then say farewell to Skopje and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in North Macedonia!