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Boat Trip St. Naum
Activities
Ohrid, Macedonia
4.2/5
Free Cancellation
Language:
English
,
Dutch
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 8 Hours
Do this because
Elderly & child dicount!
Discover the beauties of the Island of St. Naum
Sail on Lake Ohrid and admire the rocky cliffs
Explore the crystal clear waters of the Black Drim
More than just a tour - your guide will share their love of history with you!
What to expect
Experience one of our most beloved excursions, starting directly from the port of Ohrid. Glide across the calm waters of Lake Ohrid as the boat takes you toward the enchanting lake village of Saint Naum. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views dotted with hidden gems such as the famous Bay of Bones, charming fishing villages, and remarkable historical landmarks.Upon arrival, step back in time with a visit to the impressive 9th-century Monastery of St. Naum. Discover fascinating stories about the origins of the Cyrillic script and the legends surrounding St. Naum and his followers.Before exploring the idyllic lakeside village at your leisure, delight in a peaceful rowing boat ride across the crystal-clear springs of the Black Drim. Renowned for their untouched natural beauty, these waters are considered among the most beautiful in the entire Balkan region.Afterward, enjoy free time to wander the island, soak in the serene atmosphere, and capture unforgettable moments before returning comfortably to the harbor of Ohrid.
What's included
Entrance fees
Guided tour
Cruise
Pickup and drop-off from designated areas
What's not included
Food and drinks
Personal expenses
What to remember
Know in advance:
Please note that on Thursday the tour will be held in Dutch, while the other days are provided with an English-speaking guide
Please contact your local rep / host to confirm the meeting point and time.
Remember to bring:
Swimming clothes and a towel if you want to enjoy the beach
Sunscreen and enough drinking water during warm weather
Provider
KTM Voyage
Booking Fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation Fee
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins
Where
Port of Ohrid, Kosta Abrash, Ohrid, North Macedonia
Meeting point:
Please arrive at the Ohrid port by 09:40. The meeting point is located in front of the Port of Ohrid. You will easily recognise the guide by the KTM logo on their shirt and hat. Full and detailed information about the exact meeting point will be provided by your TUI representative.
Reviews
great
4.2/5
Based on
60 reviews from verified customers
F
Frank Schouten
September 2025
From Netherlands
Traveled as
As a couple
- 44 years old
Great
Het was op zich een hele leuke dag, vooral het varen bij die bronnen was heel mooi. Alleen hadden we een Nederlandse reisgids die echt nog een hoop moet leren, ze wist bijna niets, hield de groep niet in de gaten, ook niet toen we weer terug gingen met de boot, toen checkte ze niet eens of iedereen weer aan boord was, dat was wel een beetje jammer, we hebben hier e98 voor betaald en dan krijg je zoiets amateuristisch... maar gelukkig hebben we toch een mooie en leuke dag gehad
S
Sue
August 2025
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 47 years old
Excellent
We enjoyed everything about this trip. The guides were excellent and knowledgeable. The bay of bones wasn't included but they still did a close up / slow down with some basics explained. There was a lovely row boat excursion included too. Delightful!
C
Coco
August 2025
From Netherlands
Traveled as
With family
- 20 years old
Great
Goede service, mooie boottochten met informatieve gidsen. Ik vond het minder dat je weinig tijd (20min) kreeg bij de kerk&klooster en na de roeiboottocht had je maar +- 75 min vrije tijd voordat de boot weer vertrok. Je moest dan kiezen of je gaat zwemmen of je gaat eten bij het restaurant. Verder echt genoten van de dag.
S
Something Els
August 2025
From Netherlands
Traveled as
With family
- 37 years old
Great
Enthousiaste gidsen, mooie boottocht, schitterend klooster (niet heel groot) en leuk roeiboottochtje (niet heel lang). Wat weinig tijd bij het klooster; we hadden nog wel even in de tuin willen kijken, maar we hebben redelijk lang getafeld (erg gezellig!). Anders hadden we deze tijd kunnen besteden om de tuin te bezichtigen.
M
Marc
August 2025
From Netherlands
Traveled as
As a couple
- 44 years old
Average
Te massaal alles ging vrij snel
M
Mimms
August 2025
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
Alone
- 28 years old
Great
There was confusion with the pick-up despite my time and location confirmed night before. Bus didn't pick me up as planned, but a lovely TUI lady rescued me in her car and caught the boat in time - just! The boat trip to St. Naum was great (avoid toilet!) the visit around the church was busy, but interesting. Loved the mini boat trip and spoke to some great people at the restaurant for lunch. Free time was right amount of time.
J
Jasper
July 2025
From Netherlands
Traveled as
As a couple
- 9 years old
Poor
We werden niet opgehaald bij onze accommodatie ondanks dat , dat door een tui medewerker wel beloofd was. Daarnaast vertelde de gids nauwelijks iets. Ook kwam er halverwege de tocht een groep kinderen bij ons aan boord die overlast veroorzaakte en op de terugweg ook nog eens als eerst plaats mocht nemen op de boot. De dag was opzich prima, maar voor hetzelfde geld heb je bij lale tours een betere excursie en wordt je wel vanuit trpejca opgehaald voor de excursie.
M
Marten Ubels
July 2025
From Netherlands
Traveled as
As a couple
- 23 years old
Poor
Deze excursie is ons heel erg tegen gevallen. In de omschrijving wordt het allemaal veel mooier voorgedaan als het daadwerkelijk is. Op de dag dat wij deze excursie hadden geboekt fungeerde de boot als taxiboot en moest 4 onderweg stoppen. Hierdoor hadden we zeer beperkt de tijd om St. Naum te bekijken en zelfs de gids was in de stress omdat ze haar verhaal niet volledig kon doen. Ook de roeiboottocht is ingekort. Al met al geen waar voor het geld en werden we verplicht ergens te eten.
P
Paul Court
July 2025
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 47 years old
Great
The trip was excellent. Beautiful scenery, interesting historical narrative from the guide and some free time to explore. The pick up was very good, with your representative arriving early. However we could have made our own way to the harbour and avoided this altogether.
T
Tony
July 2025
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 58 years old
Excellent
Could have stopped at the Bay of Bones for a more interesting tour
C
Carole
July 2025
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 43 years old
Excellent
The journey may bit long for some as hour and half so point that out , the tour guide was very good , his knowledge and enthusiasm was clear . Most beautiful place . Recommend it to those interested in history plus the natural beauty of the springs
M
Morts
July 2025
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 45 years old
Great
You can get this trip a lot cheaper if you book your own at the harbour
J
John H
June 2025
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
Great
Just a very enjoyable day
S
Sub
June 2025
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 53 years old
Great
Enjoyed most things about the trip, especially the rowing boat ride over the springs which was very relaxing. Jan our guide was very informative and kept the group together when they needed to be. All in all the whole trip was very well organised. The one thing I was disappointed about was not stopping at the Bay of Bones.
P
Patrick
September 2024
From Netherlands
Traveled as
As a couple
- 35 years old
Great
De trip op zichzelf is de moeite waard. Zeker de stilte bronnen en het restaurant. De gids was niet van TUI maar ingehuurd. Maar eigenlijk mag je deze dame geen gids noemen. Tijdens de bus- en bootreis absoluut geen informatie over wat je ziet. Op Naum alleen een kort verhaaltje over het beeld en verder niets. Daarna werd er alleen gevraagd of je wilde lunchen en thats it. Dit is dan ook de reden dat bij "waar voor je geld" een laag cijfer staat.
A
Amanda
September 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 48 years old
Average
The trip was oversubscribed so on journey there sat below deck which was unsatisfactory. Getting off the boat was highly dangerous and very unsettling, an elderly lady was terrified and I felt frightened to be pulled over onto the quayside by ship staff to get off due to height to step off. Very disappointing and not the usual standard of TUI tours.
J
Jay
September 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
Alone
Great
No information given during the day. Only when at St Naum some history about the place is given. There is no time for swimming. It is very busy, people smoking on the boat, then throwing the cigarette in the lake.
S
Sandra
August 2024
From Netherlands
Traveled as
With family
- 35 years old
Average
Moesten zelf naar haven lopen daar konden we niemand vinden van tui zelf aan het zoeken en vragen gegaan uiteindelijk zaten we op boot toen maar hopen dat we goed zaten op bootje bij de bronnen werd er niks verteld en die man vaarde niet tot het einde hij had er gewoon de kracht niet voor
S
samantha davies
August 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With family
- 23 years old
Excellent
Our guide was lovely and very knowledgable. St Naum is beautiful and the row boat was so nice, never experienced anything like it. Food was great at the restraunt. Definitely worth it.
H
Hans A
August 2024
From Netherlands
Traveled as
As a couple
- 45 years old
Great
De bestemming is zeer moeite waard. De reis op de boot was erg druk en rumoerig
C
Carys
August 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 44 years old
Excellent
G
Gert
August 2024
From Netherlands
Traveled as
As a couple
- 49 years old
Excellent
Schitterende trip, je wordt met de bus opgehaald en teruggebracht van vakantie **********, vervolgens plusminus 2 uur over het meer gevaren naar het klooster. Bezichtiging van het klooster hebben we niet kunnen doen helaas, lange rij ervoor om binnen te komen. Erg krap allemaal. Uitgezonderd daarvan hebben wel erg genoten en veel er van gezien, mooie omgeving, en als kers op de taart tot slot het tripje in de kleine bootjes wat een erg leuke belevenis is.
T
Tom Smith
July 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With family
- 14 years old
Excellent
Unbelievable trip such a beautiful place would happen Guly recommend to do if visit Ohrid do this trip
S
Sue
July 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 56 years old
Excellent
Totally enjoyed the whole trip.It was lovely to see the area from the lake and St Naum monastery was amazing. The only slight thing was it would be better to include The Bay of Bones payment and have a little more time there to view the area
W
Wanderlust
July 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 37 years old
Excellent
This was a great trip and an opportunity to see much of the area on a boat trip. The monastery is in a stunning location and the cold water springs are beautiful and the highlight of the trip. Only let down by a rude and aggressive minibus driver who picked us up and the boat having zero health and safety considerations. ( The seats on deck are just unfixed kitchen chairs and I saw no life vests anywhere ). The guide was knowledgeable and provided lots of information about the region.
A
AllyM
July 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With friends
- 43 years old
Excellent
a great day out was good value for money the guide at the monestery was knowlegable and the spring boat ride was lovely. only downside was not enough time at the bay of bones stop to actually go in as only 30 min allocated, if the bot hadn't stopped at 3 hotels to pick up en route more time could have been allocated
M
Mrs Jones
June 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 47 years old
Excellent
Really great trip. Jordan has been a superb guide. This was our second trip with Jordan. He was very informative, friendly yet professional. He was very helpful when we were on the first trip to the waterfall.
G
Gerda
June 2024
From Netherlands
Traveled as
As a couple
- 43 years old
Great
Er werd niet vertellen waar je zwemvesten kon vinden, toch wel handig
S
Simone
June 2024
From Netherlands
Traveled as
As a couple
- 38 years old
Great
Mooie trip , mooie bestemming, alles goed geregeld
S
Sue
June 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
Excellent
Perfect day
J
Jan
June 2024
From Netherlands
Traveled as
As a couple
- 51 years old
Great
De trip op zich en de gids was uitstekend. Alleen de communicatie hoe bik de boot te komen kan beter. In de voucher staat dat je word opgehaald terwijl het hotel op 250 meter afstand van de haven ligt. Naar telefonisch contact werd het allemaal wat duidelijker, maar dit zal en kan niet iedereen. Dus wat meer duidelijkheid zou wenselijk zijn.
J
Joe90
June 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With friends
- 49 years old
Excellent
Very much enjoyed the boat trip on the beautiful, crystal clear waters of Lake Ochrid. Our guide was excellent and by sheer coincidence turned out to be an architect (like me, albeit I am retired). Very interesting history and the little boat trip on the black river (a misnomer really - I’ve never seen such clear waters in my life!) was also very good indeed. A meal in the restaurant with entertainment (courtesy of a party of people next to us) by a local group of musicians was a bonus-great!
M
M
June 2024
From Netherlands
Traveled as
Alone
- 19 years old
Average
Er werd weinig tot niks verteld onderweg met boottrip bij aankomst bij kerk was beetje uitleg voor rest helemaal niet en op terug weg moesten wij wachten op een andere boot
L
Leo
June 2024
From Netherlands
Traveled as
With family
- 45 years old
Great
25 minuten bij bay of Bones was te kort om alles te kunnen zien.
H
Henry
June 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 17 years old
Excellent
Great experience all round. I'd definitely recommend.
M
Maria
May 2024
From Poland
Traveled as
With family
- 34 years old
Excellent
Wycieczka super ,niesamowite widoki,mistyczny i piekny klasztor Swietego Nauma. Rejs zródlami rzeki Czarny Drim tez byl super. Polecam, warto.
M
Mir
September 2023
From Netherlands
Traveled as
With family
- 37 years old
Great
Bij de eerste uitstap, het museum op het water, hadden we 15 minuten voor. Ik was met mijn ouders die allebei niet meer zo snel zijn en minder goed kunnen lopen (81 jaar) en daar was dus echt veel te weinig tijd voor. Het kerkje zelf was zo ontzettend druk dat we amper iets gezien hebben. Het roeiboottochtje was wel erg mooi
D
Dirk Hulsman
September 2023
From Netherlands
Traveled as
As a couple
- 62 years old
Excellent
Roeiboot langs bronnen over glashelder water heel mooi. Kerkje met oude fresco's overvol
J
Jenny
September 2023
From Netherlands
Traveled as
With friends
- 40 years old
Excellent
De tocht met de grote boot was echt genieten. Het klooster was mooi. Het hoogtepunt was het varen in de kleine bootjes over de ijskoude waterbronnen. Een oudere ober uit het restaurant was even ingezet om ons te roeien. Daarna kregen we ruim de tijd om lekker te kunnen eten, incl live muziek. Echter van die ruime tijd had ik liever gezien dat er een uurtje was geweest om het museum Bay of the Bones te bezoeken. We voeren er nu alleen langs. We zijn er zelf later nog apart naar toe gegaan.
D
David
September 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 66 years old
Excellent
H
Heather Green
September 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 46 years old
Average
There were 53 people in our group divided between 2 guides. The large boat x2 were packed making the visit very crowded. The guide wasn’t able to give very much of an explanation if the various areas in fact lots of buildings around the grounds did not even cover. Guided towards a restaurant for lunch were no area was saved for us so everyone trying to get a table - food poor. The day hadn’t started well when we were given the wrong time to be at the pick up point 1 hour too early
L
Lauren
September 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 3 years old
Excellent
C
Carla
September 2023
From Netherlands
Traveled as
As a couple
- 35 years old
Excellent
Erg leuke dag, leuke boottocht en duidelijk verhaal van de gids bij het klooster. De kano tocht was erg mooi. Vervolgens heerlijke lunch op een prachtige plek
C
Carys
September 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
Alone
- 40 years old
Excellent
Everything was great
S
Sasha
September 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With family
- 27 years old
Average
Too much time waiting for the boat to leave the port and hardly any time after lunch (which isn’t included even though the website states it is. A table is booked) to actually enjoy where you are. In retrospect, would have done this trip independently. Would have been cheaper too.
K
Kathy
August 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
Alone
- 47 years old
Average
The boat trip, there and back was very good. The guide was helpful. The monastery was good but felt we weren’t given long enough in the church or an expanded explanation. The smaller boat trip to see the springs was good. We had to pay extra for for lunch. Maybe pay more in the ticket price and have lunch included.
N
Nique
August 2023
From Netherlands
Traveled as
With family
- 38 years old
Excellent
Alles goed geregeld, superlieve gids, genoeg tijd om zelf rond te kijken, heerlijke boottocht.
H
Henk
August 2023
From Netherlands
Traveled as
As a couple
- 47 years old
Great
S
Sharina
August 2023
From Netherlands
Traveled as
With friends
- 9 years old
Great
Je zit meer op de boot dan dat je daar bent, dan vind ik de prijs te veel, ook omdat er geen eten bij in zit. Maar het was wel heel mooi, vooral de bronnen.
C
Catherine
August 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With family
- 40 years old
Excellent
Very enjoyable boat ride. The fresh water springs were beautiful and relaxing. Only downside was at the beginning as it was rather unorganised getting people on the boats.
R
Rob
August 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With family
- 29 years old
Excellent
A fantastic trip but the booking process on website was very poor.
L
Ljdunning
August 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With family
- 36 years old
Excellent
Loved the boat trip to St Naum. Beautiful scenery, with information about various sights provided by our guides. They were very knowledgeable and friendly. The boat ride on the lake was a highlight of the excursion, and plenty of time allowed for a swim afterwards. Great tour, would definitely recommend.
J
Jane
July 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
Alone
- 37 years old
Excellent
Had the best trip ,organised on the app whilst abroad ,easy to do and message info and email excursion voucher ,picked up and dropped off on time and the guide was a wonderful lady who made it special the place itself was breathtaking and so beautiful Highly recommend ??
R
Roos
July 2023
From Netherlands
Traveled as
As a couple
- 12 years old
Excellent
Het is een prachtige tocht waarbij je veel van de omgeving ziet. De reisleidster was erg aardig, maar haar verhaal bij het klooster was wat moeilijk te volgen door wat minder sterk Engels. Derhalve voelde dit weinig toevoegend. Met de roeiboot over de bronnen was ook echt heel erg mooi en zeker nog een bezoek waard!
J
J van Leeuwen
July 2023
From Netherlands
Traveled as
As a couple
- 40 years old
Average
Er werden nog 1 plaats aangedaan waar je ineens zelf moest betalen. Huisjes van vroeger op een steiger, zat er niet bij in
R
Roel
July 2023
From Netherlands
Traveled as
As a couple
- 37 years old
Excellent
Mooie iconen en kerk van het klooster. Maar ik had groter verwacht. Maar misschien was het omdat we reeds verschillende andere kerken reeds bezochten. Mooie lange boottocht. Bezoek aan de bronnen zeker de moeite.
R
Ron
July 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 60 years old
Excellent
Fab relaxing excursion, had to press Tui about picking us up at the hotel and not half a mile away as was suggested.
S
Suzi
July 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
Alone
- 53 years old
Excellent
Boat trip brilliant and lunch. Everything was amazing. The only downside was we didn't have time to look round the bronze age village.
J
John
July 2023
From Netherlands
Traveled as
Alone
- 2 years old
Great
Plus: prachtige uitzicht over het landschap van Macedonië. Bij St Naum zal er een rondleiding worden gegeven in het kerk/klooster. Daarna zal je in een roeiboot vervoerd worden over het rivier en dit rivier is drinkwater. Dus dat was een onvergetelijke ervaring. Min: Na de roeiboot wordt er geluncht bij het restaurant, hierover moet je zelf betalen. Tijdens de boottocht wordt er zowel op de heen en terugweg meerdere keren een tussenstop gemaakt om andere passagiers op te nemen.
A
Alan
June 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
Alone
- 53 years old
Average
Didn't like 1) Not dropped off nearer boat 2) Guide not introducing himself until after we reached monastery - about 2.5 hours after trip began 3) Not enough time spent at Bay of Bones Liked 1) Guide was good (once introduced) 2) the rowing boat trip on the springs was brilliant - would have been something I wouldn't have paid for if I had gone independently and therefore really glad I did this trip thru TUI. 3) plenty of time at the Monastery
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