Exploring Serbia in 15-day year-round tour from Belgrade.

This tour is provided by Monterrasol Travel, a company that specializes in year-round multi-day private car tours in Serbia and other Balkan countries.

Day 1. We will begin our tour in Belgrade and explore the Belgrade Fortress, a monumental complex overlooking the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers, with roots dating back to the 2nd century AD. We will also visit the National Museum of Serbia, the country's oldest and largest museum, housing an extensive collection of art and historical artifacts. We will stay overnight in Belgrade.

Day 2. After staying in Belgrade, we will explore the city's historical center, with its blend of Austro-Hungarian and Balkan architecture. We will visit the monumental Saint Sava Church (Orthodox), one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world, and the Nikola Tesla Museum, dedicated to the life and work of the famous Serbian-American inventor. We will stay another night in Belgrade.

Day 3. After 2 nights in Belgrade, we will travel to Smederevo and will come to explore Smederevo Fortress, a vast medieval fortified city built in the 15th century, once the capital of the Serbian Despotate. We will then continue to see Viminacium, a significant Roman archaeological park with well-preserved remains of an ancient city and a mammoth cemetery. After that, we will come to Pozarevac for accommodation.

Day 4. After staying in Pozarevac, we will travel to Golubac and will come to explore Golubac Fortress, a stunning medieval castle with ten towers, strategically positioned on the banks of the Danube River. We will then continue to see Tumane Monastery (Orthodox), a serene spiritual site nestled in the hills, and then to see Ram Fortress, another medieval stronghold on the Danube with a distinctive star-shaped layout. After that, we will return to Pozarevac for accommodation.

Day 5. After 2 nights in Pozarevac, we will travel to Manasija Monastery (UNESCO Tentative List Site), a magnificent 15th-century Orthodox monastery surrounded by massive defensive walls and towers, known for its exquisite frescoes. We will then continue to explore the Resavska Cave, one of the oldest and most beautiful cave systems in Serbia, with stunning stalactites and stalagmites. We will then continue to see Ravanica Monastery (Orthodox), a 14th-century monastic complex with rich historical significance. After that, we will come to Nis for accommodation.

Day 6. After staying in Nis, we will travel to Mediana, an important Roman archaeological site that was once a luxurious imperial residence of Emperor Constantine the Great, dating to the 4th century. We will then continue to see the Skull Tower Museum in Nis, a unique and somber monument built from the skulls of Serbian rebels, and explore the Nis Fortress, a well-preserved Ottoman-era fortification. We will stay in Nis.

Day 7. After staying in Nis, we will travel to Davolja Varos (Devil's Town), a fascinating natural phenomenon of earthen pyramids and stone formations, created by erosion over centuries. We will then continue to Krusevac to see the Lazarica Church (Orthodox), a 14th-century church built by Prince Lazar, with beautiful carved stone decorations. After that, we will come to Kraljevo for accommodation.

Day 8. After staying in Kraljevo, we will travel to Zica Monastery (Orthodox), a 13th-century monastic complex with a distinctive red-brick exterior, where several Serbian kings were crowned. We will then continue to see Studenica Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a masterpiece of 12th-century Serbian medieval architecture, known for its stunning white marble church and exceptional frescoes. After that, we will come to Novi Pazar for accommodation.

Day 9. After staying in Novi Pazar, we will travel to see St. Peter and Paul Church in Ras (UNESCO World Heritage Site), one of the oldest churches in Serbia, dating to the 9th-10th centuries, with important historical and architectural significance. We will then continue to see Djurdjevi Stupovi Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a 12th-century Orthodox monastery overlooking the valley, and then to see Sopocani Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage Site), famous for its magnificent 13th-century frescoes depicting biblical scenes. We will stay another night in Novi Pazar.

Day 10. After 2 nights in Novi Pazar, we will travel to Uvac and will come to explore the Molitva viewpoint, offering breathtaking panoramic views over the meandering Uvac River canyon. We will then continue to see Mileseva Monastery (Orthodox), a 13th-century monastic complex famous for its iconic fresco of the ＂White Angel＂, one of the most celebrated works of Serbian medieval art. After that, we will come to Zlatibor for accommodation.

Day 11. After staying in Zlatibor, we will travel to explore the Stopica Cave, a fascinating karst cave with underground waterfalls and unique cave formations. We will then continue to see the Sirogojno ethno village, an open-air museum showcasing traditional Serbian rural architecture and way of life, and then to see Gostilje Waterfall, a picturesque cascade surrounded by lush greenery. After that, we will return to Zlatibor for accommodation.

Day 12. After 2 nights in Zlatibor, we will travel to Mokra Gora and will come to experience the Sargan Eight Railroad, a heritage narrow-gauge railway with an iconic figure-eight loop, offering spectacular scenic views of the surrounding mountains. We will then return to Zlatibor for accommodation.

Day 13. After 3 nights in Zlatibor, we will travel to Sabac to explore Sabac Fortress, a historic military stronghold on the Sava River, dating back to the 15th century. We will then continue to see Sirmium, a significant Roman archaeological site, once one of the four capitals of the Roman Empire, with impressive ruins of imperial palaces and other structures. After that, we will come to Sremska Mitrovica for accommodation.

Day 14. After staying in Sremska Mitrovica, we will travel to Krusedol Monastery (Orthodox), a 16th-century monastic complex with beautiful Baroque elements and a peaceful atmosphere. We will then continue to see the Petrovaradin Fortress, a massive 18th-century Habsburg fortress on the Danube, known for its iconic clock tower, and then to explore the Novi Sad historical center, with its elegant Austro-Hungarian architecture and lively squares. We will stay in Novi Sad.

Day 15. After staying in Novi Sad, we will travel to Sremski Karlovci, a charming historical town on the Danube, famous for its Baroque architecture, the Karlovci Grammar School, and its rich winemaking tradition. We will explore its historical center, then return to Belgrade, where our memorable journey concludes.

Overall, with this tour you will visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites and 1 site from the UNESCO Tentative List.

We provide this tour year-round. We recommend you consider having a tour before or after the high season, when it is not so hot and not so crowded but all the sights and attractions are already or are still open. Especially, this applies to elderly people, who need to be careful with sun exposure and high temperatures.

We, at Monterrasol Travel, practice the Slow Tourism philosophy. That means that we work our tours at a pace that allows our clients to have a more authentic experience and a true exploration of each destination we visit. We dismiss the stress, the rush, the tight schedules and the crazy running from spot to spot, specially related to bus travel package tours for large groups.

We love to travel in a relaxed, not hurried way. All our tours have been designed with that key idea in mind, and try to keep balance between the places scheduled to visit and free time to take a break. Also, we do not like to keep our clients for a long time in the car due to the long distances between itinerary points, just the fair amount of time.

Transportation is in a minivan with air conditioner and English speaking driver. Feel free to ask to stop whenever you need, for a nice image or some snack. We are very flexible.

This tour (same as the other tours we offer) is available in English and Spanish. Disponible en Español.

Tour conditions, limitations, and options

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This tour is available "on request". Before making any payment for your booking, we strongly advise you to contact us to check availability. The availability here is not real-time.

The price includes accommodation in 3-star hotels with breakfast. As a rule, we are going to stay in each place of accommodation only 1 night, so it makes no sense to pay there for lunch and dinner. Instead of that, let's enjoy local cuisine.

Accommodation upgrades to a centrally located 4-star hotel are possible; please contact us for that.

We will pick you up at any hotel or place, in Belgrade or nearby. Drop-off is in Belgrade, the same as pick-up, or upon request in another place. This tour is possible to arrange in the reverse direction upon request.

The service of a professional tour guide is not included, although the guiding will be provided by a person working with our company. This company's guide will be present with you all the time.

This tour accepts a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 5 people. The price of 1 person is for solo travelers wishing to take the tour as an exclusive solo tour.

A single supplement is mandatory; solo travelers must pay extra to have their private room (except when the tour is booked for 1 person).

This is an all-seasons tour and is available all year round. Your booking will be accepted if there is no less than 45 days before the start date.

This tour has the #392 ID number on our site Monterrasol Travel private tours. More information about this tour, including a detailed itinerary, tour map, and possible discounts, you can find on our site Monterrasol Travel private tours.

We reserve the right to change the itinerary and prices without prior notice.

Tour price and payment options

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The price for this tour is per person, depending on the season and the number of people per booking.

The price for 1 person means the tour will be provided for a solo traveler as an exclusive solo tour. No other travelers will be involved.

The price for 2 persons means the tour will be provided for a group of 2 people who will share one double or twin room. No other travelers will be involved.

If you think of ordering this tour for more people, please contact us, Monterrasol Travel, for possible discounts.

The main part of the payment should be paid by bank transfer; bank details will be sent to you after booking.

Tour cancellation policy

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45 days and more before the scheduled date of tour: lost of deposit

44 to 30 days before the scheduled date of tour: 35% of total tour value

29 to 23 days before the scheduled date of tour: 50% of total tour value

22 to 15 days before the scheduled date of tour: 80% of total tour value

14 to 0 days before the scheduled date of tour: 100% of total tour value