Day 1: Arrival

Arrival at Skopje Airport (no later than 3:00 p.m.). Transfer to Tetovo, where you can enjoy a short city tour that includes visits to the Colorful Mosque, Arabati Baba Tekke, and the Balltepe Church. In the evening, you’ll continue on to the mountain resort at an elevation of 1,780 meters. Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2: Crossing the border

After breakfast, your luggage will be loaded onto off-road vehicles while you are taken to the starting point. There, you’ll meet your horses and receive a brief orientation. The first ride takes you past ski slopes and ski lifts, offering panoramic views of the Polog Valley. As you gently ascend from 1,600 to 2,100 meters, the landscape opens up to alpine meadows and rocky terrain. Lunch is served in a shepherd’s hut before you continue riding below the peaks of Tito and Bakerdan. In the afternoon, you’ll cross the border into Kosovo. After crossing the border into Kosovo, the route follows the Brod River valley, surrounded by pristine mountain scenery, and you’ll reach the small mountain village of Brod. Overnight stay at a hotel (riding time: 5–6 hours)

Day 3: Border Crossing: Brod–Xhinibeg

After breakfast by the lake, you’ll saddle your horses and leave the Brod area. You’ll then ascend to Laki i Xhinibegit (2,000 m) and cross the border back into Macedonia, where you’ll descend toward the Pena River. Along the way, you’ll enjoy views of the impressive mountain landscape of the Sar Planina. You’ll spend the night in a traditional mountain lodge—simple but cozy, built of stone and wood, with shared rooms and a shower tent. (Riding time: approx. 6 hours)

Day 4: Lake Karanikola

Wake up surrounded by breathtaking rock formations and enjoy your breakfast before continuing your adventure. The route follows the Pena River and rejoins the historic border trail. For most of the day, you’ll ride along the mountain range at altitudes between 2,000 and 2,300 meters, enjoying panoramic views of Kosovo and Macedonia. The open meadows offer opportunities for controlled gallops (optional). Passing the Skakala Waterfall, the trail ascends to Lake Karanikola (2,200 m), a pristine mountain lake framed by high peaks. You’ll spend the night at a nearby tent camp with a shower tent. Weather permitting, you can enjoy a refreshing swim under the starry sky before your barbecue dinner. (Riding time: approx. 5 hours)

Day 5: From Lake Karanikola to the village of Vejce

After breakfast by the lake, the ride continues over the ridges of Vrtop and Kobilica, from where you can enjoy another breathtaking view of Kosovo and North Macedonia. The trail is narrow and steep in places, so you’ll need to trust your horse completely. You’ll ride past the Red Cave and follow mountaineering trails toward the summit of Kobilica.

Lunch break at Villa Kobilica with unparalleled views of Black Peak and Kobilica. In the afternoon, you’ll dismount and explore the lush forests near the village of Vejce and visit the local waterfalls. Overnight stay at Hostel Hana, an authentic village guesthouse with hot showers, comfortable beds, and traditional cuisine. (Riding time: approx. 5 hours)

Day 6: Return to the farm

After breakfast, you’ll ride along the picturesque mountain road connecting the villages of Vejce and Brodec. The route winds through pine forests and alpine meadows. A short break is planned at the Jelak mountain lodge before continuing on to the guesthouse near Mount Silibashino. This restored stone-and-mud farmhouse has been converted into a charming guesthouse and a small restaurant with a bar, offering local dishes and a cozy mountain atmosphere. Lunch is prepared using homemade products such as cheese and yogurt. Afterward, off-road vehicles will take you back to Kodra e Diellit, where you’ll enjoy your final dinner and spend the night at the hotel. (Riding time: approx. 4 hours)

Day 7: Departure

After breakfast, depending on your flight schedule, you can explore Skopje’s main sights—the Old Bazaar, the Stone Bridge, and the Kale Fortress—after which you’ll be taken to the airport to begin your return journey.

Note on minimum number of participants: A minimum of 4 participants is required for the ride across the border into Kosovo. If there are fewer participants, the ride will take place entirely on the Macedonian side along a modified route.

Subject to change!