Serbia 8 Days Tour 2024
Dates: 22 to 29 Aug
Price per person:
- € 1250 per person in triple room
- € 1300 per person in twin room
- € 1450 per single room
- € 950 per child sharing with 2 adult ( 2 to 12 years)
What does this tour includes?
- Flights Malta/Belgrade – Malta
- 20 kgs luggage
- Airport transfers
- 5 nights 4*hotel in Belgrade with breakfast
- 2 nights 4* hotel in Zlaitbor with breakfast
- All excursions & entrance fees included to Stopica Cave, Gostilje Waterfalls, Uvac boat trip (or jeep ride depending on conditions), train, Belgrade tour, Novi Sad & Sremski Karlovic tour, Palic tour & Golubac fortress and Lepenski vir
- English speaking local guide
- Maltese group leader
- Protection by insolvency fund.
Itinerary:
Day 1 – Meet our tour leader at Malta Airport at 21:00 for our flight to Belgrade. Flight depart Malta 23:25 and arrive Belgrade at 01:15. Upon arrival we be transferred to our hotel in Belgrade. (Overnight stay in Belgrade)
Day 2 – Belgrade city tour, free afternoon & optional bohemian night.
After breakfast, we'll start with our Belgrade sightseeing tour. The tour begins at the daunting Belgrade Fortress, dramatically perched above the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. Built in stages between the 1st and 18th centuries, this fortress witnessed major defensive battles. We'll check the colourful surrounding park before continuing to New Belgrade, The Slavija and Republic Squares, bustling Knez Mihailova Street, The Old and The New Palace, and The National Parliament. We'll drive through Dedinje, Belgrade's most luxurious residential area, before we reach the imposing Saint Sava Temple, one of the world's largest Orthodox churches. After the sightseeing tour, time this afternoon on your own. Maybe check Nikola Tesla's Museum, or the historic Zemun quarter, one of Belgrade's most atmospheric neighborhoods. You'll love it for its Central European appearance, cobblestone streets, and fish restaurants on the banks of the Danube River. In the evening, visit the Old Bohemian Quarter of Skadarlija, frequently compared to Montmartre in Paris, both in appearance and its artistic atmosphere. It's a perfect opportunity to get more familiar with the traditional Serbian cuisine, as well as with the famous Belgrade nightlife. (Optional = 25 EUR per person)
Overnight:
Belgrade
Day 3 - Palić Lake & Subotica tour.
Today we are visiting Subotica, you will be eye-full of the vibrant colours and outstandingarchitecture of the city due to its once importance and wealth during the Austro- Hungarian empire. Today this town offer treats for every taste. Take a gander at the Cathedral of St. Teresa of Avila or the Synagogue; enjoy the government buildings: City Hall and the City Library. Palić lake is the largest natural lake in Serbia, almost 5km in diameter and a maximum of 3.5 meters. The shore of the lake is 17 kilometers long, arranged along its entire length. According to a legend that the locals will gladly tell you about, Palić is a lake formed by shepherd Paul tears, who lost his flock there, and because of that, the water in the lake is salty.
Overnight – Belgrade
Day 4 - Northern Serbia : Novi Sad & Sremski Karlovci
After breakfast, we shall make a trip to the City of Novi Sad. On our way to the second- largest city in Serbia, we shall stop at the nearby town of Sremski Karlovci, the center of Serbian culture in the 18th century. Strolling through this picturesque town's cobbled streets will lead us to the first Serbian High School, which gave Serbian people several great writers and poets. Along the way, we shall pay a visit to the Old Patriarch's Court and theological complex – Assembly Church and Theological lyceum. Being in the very heart of the famous wine region, why not visit one of the well respected wine cellars. We'll try Bermet wine, the most famous product in the area. Our next stop is the second-largest fortress on the Danube river – Petrovaradin, one of the most important strategic points in the perpetual war between the Austro Hungarian and Ottoman Empires. We shall be introduced to the legends of underground passages before we continue to "Serbian Athen", as the City of Novi Sad is known. As we stroll among great cultural institutions and historic buildings, we shall visit the oldest part of Novi Sad, the Zmaj Jovina pedestrian zone. Here we shall get introduced to the rich history of Novi Sad as we see the monument to Svetozar Miletic, the famous Novi Sad Cathedral, Episcopal Church... After our sightseeing, we will enjoy a traditional Serbian three-course lunch in one of the most famous restaurants in the area. (not included). Enjoy your free afternoon and discover Novi Sad independently.
Overnight in Belgrade
Day 5 - Eastern Serbia : Golubac Fortress & Iron Gate Gorge
After breakfast, we continue our tour further to Serbia's very east, to its border with Romania. We'll spend two hours of the ride enjoying the beautiful landscapes and listening to interesting stories about this part of the country. Our first stop for the day is the Golubac fortress. This defensive complex used to defend many kingdoms through centuries. Golubac is the perfect fairy tale castle, wonderfully set off by its location in the rugged landscape at the head of Đerdap Gorge. There are nine towers in all, each between 20 and 25m high. With the fortress's interesting position leaning over the Danube, they make Golubac undoubtedly one of the most beautiful castles along the 2850km Danube odyssey from source to the Black Sea. Following this, we will reach our next stop – Lepenski Vir. The early settlement of Lepenski Vir was first uncovered in 1965. The works brought to light sacred architecture and monumental sculptures from one of the oldest Danube cultures, dating back to 7,000-6,000 BC, also marking the beginning of Europe's civilization.
After the museum, we will stop in a unique, authentic restaurant with a fantastic view overlooking the Danube to enjoy a traditional lunch made of specialties of the cuisine of Eastern Serbia (not included). We believe you will have a completely different aspect as we return to Belgrade in the evening hours.
Overnight: Belgrade
Day 6 – Stopića Cave and Gostilje Waterfall
Early wake up we will start our drive to Zlatibor. On arrival we will visit Stopica Cave. Though it's not lavish with speleothems, it does have some unique geological features. This limestone cave with a massive entrance is home to several "siga"or limestone tubs of different sizes and depths. They are some of the largest of their kind, with some as deep as seven meters (23 feet). The following site for today is Gostilje Waterfall. This popular escape and picnic spot on the outskirts of Zlatibor is dominated by a 20m-high waterfall that morphs into a series of scenic miniature cascades accessed by steps and footbridges.
Day 7 - Western Serbia : Zlatibor Mountain – Uvac Special Nature Reserve
Breakfast. Departure from Zlatibor in the morning, transfer to Uvac Special Natural Reserve. After only one hour of driving, we'll find ourselves in the pure beauty of Uvac Canyon. For centuries, the Uvac River has been making its way through the mountains, leaving deep meanders and creating caves that attract many tourists. If we're lucky, we'll get a chance to see the mighty griffon vulture, whose population in Uvac is the largest in Europe. The bird's wingspan is about 3 m, and it can weigh up to 11 kg, thus making it the largest bird in Serbia. We will take a boat trip and follow the river as it twists and turns through the impressive landscape. We'll not leave the Reserve before taking some fantastic photos from the viewpoints overlooking the canyon.
When we return to Zlatibor, if you want (and if we have time), you can take a ride on Zlatibor's "Gold Gondola Lift" (optional). It's the longest such panoramic lift in the world. Free afternoon to enjoy and relax. Important note: In case of bad weather or insufficient water level for the cruise to be conducted, we'll replace the cruise with a jeep ride to the beautiful viewpoints.
Overnight:
Zlatibor
Day 8 - Western Serbia: House on the Drina river, Sargan Eight train & The Wooden City
After breakfast, it's time to hit the road toward Mokra Gora, known for its wild and untouched nature, tasty cuisine, and friendly and hospitable people. Our first stop is the famous Sargan Eight. A unique narrow-gauge railway nowadays serves only for amusement. We will pass and stop on several viewpoints during our ride, from which one can see fabulous views over Mokra Gora. Authentic cars with wooden seats, wood-burning stoves, and characteristic rattling sounds will take us back to 1925, when this railway was put in operation. Following, we will continue our trip to the Wooden City. The famous director Emir Kusturica (two times Palme D'Or in Cannes winner), decided to build it during the shooting of his film "Life is a miracle." He chose to convey ruined wooden chalets from the mountain's slopes, restore them, and form a new settlement. We’ll have a lunch break here (not included).
Our final stop for the day is a world-famous attraction, "The House on the Drina", an isolated house made of logs on a river stone. After a photo stop and refreshment, the tour will return to Belgrade, where we will arrive late in the afternoon for our flight back to Malta. Flight depart 20:50 and arrive Malta at 22:50
Note:
Travel insurance is not included in the price of the tour, however, we strongly recommend that you arrange your own travel insurance independently once you book your holiday.
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