Known for architecture, viewpoint, orthodox monastery
monastery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Durdevi Stupovi Monastery is a Serbian Orthodox monastery, dedicated to St. George, existed for over 845 years, and located in the vicinity of today's city of Novi Pazar, in Serbia. The monastery is exceptional not only for its position and significance it had according to medieval chronicles and manuscripts, but also for its particular architecture. The columns of the Durdevi Stupovi Monastery were built in a characteristic style that represents a unique synthesis of two architectural conceptions of the Middle Ages, Byzantine architecture in the East and Romanesque architecture in the West. The monastery is UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Lepenski vir - Known for ancient settlement, archaeological park, archaeological site, museum
Mediana - Known for archaeological site, mosaic, museum, roman empire
Sremski Karlovci - Known for historical center, museum, winery + wine tasting, orthodox church, catholic church
Topola - Known for winery + wine tasting, orthodox church
Zlatibor - Known for funicular, lake, mountain town, spa and wellness
Last reviewed: 7 April 2024
Đurđevi Stupovi (Durdevi Stupovi) description
The Durdevi Stupovi Monastery is located near city of Novi Pazar, on the top of a prominent hill covered with woods. It was erected approximately in 1170 as an endowment of Grand Prince Stefan Nemanja, the great prefect, in the first years after the accession to the throne of the great prefect. The monastery is dedicated to St. George, and is also known as the ＂Pillars of St. George＂. The monastery was named after the church dedicated to St. George and its two former bell high towers, so called pillars. Namely, according to Stefan the First-Crowned, Nemanja had built this church to commemorate his gratitude to St. George for saving him from dungeons-caves where he was put by his brothers.
The Durdevi Stupovi is one of the oldest Serbian monasteries, there was found the inscription of Stefan Nemanja from 1170/1171. The Durdevi Stupovi Monastery is one of the few monuments of that era that is dated, and represents an important testimony of the beginnings of Serbian literacy. The monastery is included in the World Cultural Heritage and is under the protection of UNESCO. The monastery has existed for over 845 years, of which 300 years have been in ruins and 40 years have been under renovation. Today, the monastery has been largely restored and occupied by 4 monks and 2 novices.
The special importance of the monastery, in addition to the old biographical texts, is also told by the exceptional position of the monastery built on the very top of a prominent hill, as well as the unique architecture of the church of St. George with two towers-pillars that gave the later name to both the church and the monastery - The Durdevi Stupovi (George's pillars). A similar architectural solution, rather unusual for Orthodox churches in the Balkans, is still found in the much smaller Church of the Virgin in Donja Kamenica, in which, however, both front towers have been preserved.
The abbot of the monastery of St. George had a prominent place in the life of the Serbian Orthodox church, and the monastery itself belonged to the royal monasteries in the thirteenth century. The monastery was built on the crown estates of the Nemanjic dynasty and had a considerable estate at its disposal.
The second founder of the monastery was King Dragutin, who built the monastery church and painted its vestibule. He was transferred from Srem (town and area around city Sremska Mitrovica in Serbia), where he lived, to the monastery of St. George and buried there in 1316.
The columns of the Durdevi Stupovi Monastery were built in a characteristic style that represents a unique synthesis of two architectural conceptions of the Middle Ages, Byzantine architecture in the East and Romanesque architecture in the West. The Church of St. George has an important place in the formation of this architecture, known as the Raska School, as a building that begins this creative epoch in the architecture of medieval Serbia.
The Durdevi Stupovi Monastery was built with a series of architectural and construction innovations in the construction of that time. These include characteristic towers - columns, side vestibules, an elliptical dome, the irregular shape of the altar space, as well as the specific solution of the central dome space of the church.
Very few traces remain of the original painting in the church. However, we know about it through old photographs that were taken between the two world wars, as well as from the first research (N. L. Okunjev). After the Second World War, a part of the decoration and frescoes was removed from the walls and transferred to the National Museum in Belgrade.
Jesus Christ the Almighty was surrounded by angels in the half calotte (a concavity in the form of a niche or cup, serving to reduce the apparent height of an alcove or chapel). The wall surfaces of the dome were painted with figures of the prophets Elijah, Elisha, Daniel and Zechariah the Younger, while above the prophet Daniel were Saints Azariah and Ananias.
On the western pair of pendentives (a constructional element permitting the placing of a circular dome over a square room or of an elliptical dome over a rectangular room; the pendentives, which are triangular segments of a sphere, taper to points at the bottom and spread at the top to establish the continuous circular or elliptical base needed for a dome; in masonry the pendentives thus receive the weight of the dome, concentrating it at the four corners where it can be received by the piers beneath) were the holy evangelists Luke and Mark, between them Saint Keramida, and on the southern and northern sides of this ring were medallions with angels.
The upper and middle zones are dedicated to major holidays and scenes of Christ's sufferings: Encounter, Baptism, Ghosts, Resurrection of Lazarus, Blossoms, Transfiguration, Betrayal of Judas, Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Crucifixion, and, probably, Lamentation. In the lower zone were holy warriors and busts of saints. On the belly of the arch of the passage from the nave to the chancel, in special frames were Saints Tarach and Andronikos , and below them Saints Peter and Paul.
The Durdevi Stupovi Monastery was abandoned in 1689, after the Austro-Turkish war, when the last 16 monks who made up the brotherhood left the monastery and fled to the north before the Turks. During the next two centuries, the Durdevi Stupovi Monastery became a ruin that was further destroyed by wars.
During the First Balkan War, the Turkish army, wanting to control the direction of Ibar, built a cannon battery from the ruins of the The Durdevi Stupovi Monastery, and used the old stone materials to build a wall surrounding the battery against the advance of the Serbian army. The Serbian army was forced to open fire from its own cannon batteries with shells and shrapnel on the Turkish batteries in the monastery, which contributed to the destruction of the monastery.
In the second half of the 20th century, work on the research and restoration of the monastery began. Archaeological and restoration works were conducted between 1960 and 1982 in the framework of a large project related to Stari Ras and Sopocane, which have been together fist as natural heritage and after since 1979 included in the UNESCO World Heritage site list.
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tour destinations: Golubac, Gostilje, Novi Pazar, Ram, Sirogojno, Smederevo, Stopića, Studenica, Topola, Tumane, Uvac, Veliko Gradište, Viminacium, Vrnjačka Banja, Zlatibor, Đurđevi Stupovi, Žiča
Day 1. We will depart from Belgrade and travel to Smederevo, where we 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 Veliko Gradiste for accommodation.
Day 2. After staying in Veliko Gradiste, 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 Veliko Gradiste for accommodation.
Day 3. After 2 nights in Veliko Gradiste, we will travel to Topola to explore the Holy Martyr George Church (Orthodox), a 20th-century mausoleum of the Karadjordjevic dynasty, located on the hill of Oplenac. We will also visit the Kraljev Podrum Wine & Winemaking Museum, dedicated to the royal winemaking tradition. After that, we will come to Vrnjacka Banja for accommodation.
Day 4. After staying in Vrnjacka Banja, 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 5. After staying in Novi Pazar, we will come to explore Durdevi Stupovi Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a 12th-century Orthodox monastery overlooking the valley. We will then travel to see the Molitva viewpoint in Uvac, offering breathtaking panoramic views over the meandering Uvac River canyon. After that, we will come to Zlatibor for accommodation.
Day 6. 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 7. After 2 nights in Zlatibor, we will travel to Trisic Winery, where we will enjoy a tasting of their excellent wines, particularly the local Serbian varietals. We will then travel to Belgrade to see the History Museum of Yugoslavia. Finally, we will return to Belgrade, where our memorable journey concludes.
tour destinations: Belgrade, Golubac, Gostilje, Kraljevo, Krušedol, Mokra Gora, Novi Pazar, Novi Sad, Petrovaradin, Požarevac, Ram, Sirmium, Sirogojno, Smederevo, Sopoćani, Sremska Mitrovica, Sremski Karlovci, Stopića, Studenica, Topola, Tumane, Uvac, Viminacium, Zlatibor, Đurđevi Stupovi, Žiča
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 Topola to explore the Holy Martyr George Church (Orthodox), a 20th-century mausoleum of the Karadjordjevic dynasty, located on the hill of Oplenac. We will also visit the Kraljev Podrum museum, a wine cellar and museum showcasing the royal winemaking tradition of the region. After that, we will come to Kraljevo for accommodation.
Day 6. 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 7. After staying in Novi Pazar, we will come to explore Durdevi Stupovi Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a 12th-century Orthodox monastery overlooking the valley, and then continue to see Sopocani Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage Site), famous for its magnificent 13th-century frescoes. We will then travel to see the Molitva viewpoint in Uvac, offering breathtaking panoramic views over the meandering Uvac River canyon. After that, we will come to Zlatibor for accommodation.
Day 8. 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 9. 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 10. 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. After that, we will come to Sremska Mitrovica for accommodation.
Day 11. 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 12. 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.
Day 1. We will depart from Belgrade and travel to Smederevo, where we 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 2. 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. After that, we will come to Veliko Gradiste for accommodation.
Day 3. After staying in Veliko Gradiste, we will travel to Ram and will come to explore Ram Fortress, a medieval stronghold on the Danube with a distinctive star-shaped layout. We will then continue to see Lepenski Vir, one of the most significant Mesolithic archaeological sites in Europe, dating back to 7000-6000 BC, and explore its archaeological museum with remarkable stone sculptures and settlement remains. After that, we will come to Kladovo for accommodation.
Day 4. After staying in Kladovo, we will travel to Fetislam and will come to explore Fetislam Fortress, a medieval and Ottoman fortification on the Danube, consisting of two parts – the Small and the Great Town. We will then continue to see the Djerdap Archaeological Museum in Kladovo, showcasing finds from the Djerdap region. We will then travel to Negotin and will come to explore Matalj Winery, where we will enjoy a tasting of their excellent wines, particularly the red Vranac variety. After that, we will come to Negotin for accommodation.
Day 5. After staying in Negotin, we will travel to Bukovo and will come to explore Bukovo Monastery (Orthodox), a 13th-century monastic complex with a peaceful atmosphere and historical significance. We will then return to Negotin and will come to explore Frunza Aglaja Winery, another local winery, where we will continue our wine tasting experience of Serbian varietals. We will stay another night in Negotin.
Day 6. After 2 nights in Negotin, we will travel to Gamzigrad-Felix Romuliana and will come to explore the archaeological site (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a magnificent Roman imperial palace complex built by Emperor Galerius in the late 3rd-early 4th century AD, with impressive ruins of temples, fortifications, and mosaics. We will then continue to see Gabrovac Monastery (Orthodox), a peaceful spiritual site in the countryside. After that, we will come to Nis for accommodation.
Day 7. After staying in Nis, we will explore the Skull Tower Museum, a unique and somber monument built from the skulls of Serbian rebels, offering a poignant reminder of the country's struggle for independence. We will then travel to see 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 stay another night in Nis.
Day 8. After 2 nights 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 Lazarica Church (Orthodox), a 14th-century church built by Prince Lazar, with beautiful carved stone decorations. We will then travel to Vrnjacka Banja to explore its beautiful promenade, one of the most famous spa towns in Serbia. We will stay in Vrnjacka Banja.
Day 9. After staying in Vrnjacka Banja, 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 10. After staying in Novi Pazar, we will come to explore Durdevi Stupovi Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a 12th-century Orthodox monastery overlooking the valley. We will then travel to see the Molitva viewpoint in Uvac, offering breathtaking panoramic views over the meandering Uvac River canyon. 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 Topola to explore the Holy Martyr George Church (Orthodox), a 20th-century mausoleum of the Karadjordjevic dynasty, located on the hill of Oplenac. We will also visit the King's Podrum Wine & Winemaking Museum, dedicated to the royal winemaking tradition. Finally, we will return to Belgrade, where our memorable journey concludes.
Come with us to 15 days discovery tour across largest former Yugoslavia countries Serbia and Bosnia-Herzegovina. By this roadtrip, taking scenic roads, we will learn about the history of both countries and whole area through interesting facts and historical intersections.
We will visit famous UNESCO places, Ottoman medieval fortresses, picturesque caves, old Orthodox monasteries, beautiful parks with waterfalls, and amazing viewpoints. Each country is rich in culture, history and traditions, and we will understand why the Balkans called multicultural land. Local cuisine and wines will accompany us during the trip.
tour destinations: Belgrade, Golubac, Gostilje, Kraljevo, Krušedol, Kruševac, Manasija, Mediana, Mileševa, Mokra Gora, Niš, Novi Pazar, Novi Sad, Petrovaradin, Požarevac, Ram, Ravanica, Resavska, Sirmium, Sirogojno, Smederevo, Sopoćani, Sremska Mitrovica, Sremski Karlovci, St Peter and Paul in Ras, Stopića, Studenica, Tumane, Uvac, Viminacium, Zlatibor, Đavolja Varoš, Đurđevi Stupovi, Šabac, Žiča
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.
tour destinations: Fetislam, Gamzigrad Feliks Romulijana, Golubac, Gostilje, Kraljevo, Krušedol, Kruševac, Lepenski vir, Mileševa, Mokra Gora, Niš, Novi Pazar, Novi Sad, Petrovaradin, Požarevac, Ram, Sirmium, Sirogojno, Smederevo, Sopoćani, Sremska Mitrovica, Sremski Karlovci, St Peter and Paul in Ras, Stari Ras, Stopića, Studenica, Tumane, Uvac, Viminacium, Zaječar, Zlatibor, Đavolja Varoš, Đurđevi Stupovi, Žiča
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We will visit famous well deserved UNESCO places, old Orthodox monasteries, Ottoman medieval fortresses, picturesque caves, beautiful parks with waterfalls, and amazing viewpoints. Serbia is a country with rich culture, many traditions and deep history, and you will understand why the Balkans called today as multicultural land. Local cuisine and wines will accompany us during the whole trip.
tour destinations: Fetislam, Gamzigrad Feliks Romulijana, Golubac, Gostilje, Krušedol, Kruševac, Lepenski vir, Mediana, Mileševa, Mokra Gora, Niš, Novi Pazar, Novi Sad, Petrovaradin, Pirot, Požarevac, Ram, Sirmium, Sirogojno, Smederevo, Sopoćani, Sremska Mitrovica, Sremski Karlovci, St Peter and Paul in Ras, Stari Ras, Stopića, Studenica, Tumane, Uvac, Viminacium, Višegrad, Zaječar, Zlatibor, Đavolja Varoš, Đurđevi Stupovi, Žiča
We welcome you to come with us to explore Serbia, with our year-round 17 days tour. Serbia is the land of inland and river fortresses, Orthodox monasteries known from medieval ages, amazing parks with waterfalls, with clean rivers and lakes. Serbia is a country with intense history, culturally rich, with strong traditions, rich gastronomy and tasty wines.
Serbia, the main country of former Yugoslavia, is also an unexpected land of many Roman emperors and sites of Roman presence. With this exploring styly roadtrip, we will pass across whole country to see the most important attractions of this great Balkan country. And we will pass across this beautiful land by picturesque scenic roads. Try Serbia with us, as off the beaten path journey.
tour destinations: Fetislam, Gamzigrad Feliks Romulijana, Golubac, Gostilje, Kraljevo, Krušedol, Kruševac, Lepenski vir, Mileševa, Mokra Gora, Niš, Novi Pazar, Novi Sad, Petrovaradin, Pirot, Požarevac, Ram, Sirmium, Sirogojno, Smederevo, Sopoćani, Sremska Mitrovica, Sremski Karlovci, St Peter and Paul in Ras, Stari Ras, Stopića, Studenica, Tumane, Uvac, Viminacium, Zaječar, Zlatibor, Đavolja Varoš, Đurđevi Stupovi, Žiča
We invite you to come with us to explore Serbia with our 17 days discovery tour across largest former Yugoslavia country. By this roadtrip, taking scenic roads, you will learn about the history of this great country and whole area through interesting facts and historical intersections.
We will visit famous UNESCO places, Ottoman medieval fortresses, picturesque caves, old Orthodox monasteries, beautiful parks with waterfalls, and amazing viewpoints. Serbia is rich in culture, history and traditions, and you will understand why the Balkans called multicultural land. Local cuisine and wines will accompany us during the trip.
tour destinations: Blagaj, Golubac, Gostilje, Konjic, Kraljevo, Kravica, Manasija, Mediana, Međugorje, Mileševa, Mogorjelo, Mokra Gora, Mostar, Niš, Novi Pazar, Počitelj, Radimlja, Ram, Ravanica, Resavska, Sarajevo, Sirogojno, Smederevo, Sopoćani, St Peter and Paul in Ras, Stari Ras, Stolac, Stopića, Studenica, Trebinje, Tumane, Tvrdoš, Uvac, Viminacium, Višegrad, Vjetrenica, Zlatibor, Đavolja Varoš, Đurđevi Stupovi, Žiča
Welcome to our 19 days discovery tour across largest Balkans countries Serbia and Bosnia-Herzegovina. countries: , and Montenegro. With this tour, passing by scenic roads of former Yugoslavia, we will visit famous UNESCO places, Ottoman medieval fortresses, picturesque caves, old Orthodox monasteries, beautiful parks with waterfalls, and learn about the history of both countries and whole area through interesting facts and historical intersections.
Within one trip you will discover two largest Balkans countries, each one rich in culture, history and traditions, and understand why the Balkans called multicultural land. Local cuisine and wines will accompany us during the trip.
tour countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia
tour destinations: Blagaj, Bosnian Pyramids, Budva, Dajbabe, Golubac, Gostilje, Kotor, Kraljevo, Kravica, Manasija, Mediana, Međugorje, Mileševa, Mogorjelo, Mokra Gora, Mostar, Niš, Novi Pazar, Perast, Počitelj, Radimlja, Ram, Ravanica, Resavska, Risan, Sarajevo, Sirogojno, Smederevo, Sopoćani, St Peter and Paul in Ras, Stari Bar, Stari Ras, Stolac, Stopića, Studenica, Travnik, Trebinje, Tumane, Tvrdoš, Ulcinj, Uvac, Viminacium, Višegrad, Vjetrenica, Zlatibor, Đavolja Varoš, Đurđevi Stupovi, Šćit, Žiča
Welcome to 23 days tour across the Balkans to discover 3 former Yugoslavia countries: Serbia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, and Montenegro. With this roadtrip, passing by scenic roads, we will visit UNESCO towns, Orthodox monasteries, Ottoman medieval fortresses, beautiful parks with waterfalls, and learn about the history of the area through interesting facts and historical intersections. Local cuisine and wines will accompany us during the trip.
Within one trip you will discover three Balkans countries, each one rich in culture, history and traditions, and understand why the Balkans called multicultural land.
tour countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia
tour destinations: Blagaj, Bosnian Pyramids, Budva, Dajbabe, Fetislam, Gamzigrad Feliks Romulijana, Golubac, Gostilje, Jajce, Kotor, Kraljevo, Kravica, Lepenski vir, Mediana, Međugorje, Mileševa, Mogorjelo, Mokra Gora, Mostar, Niš, Novi Pazar, Perast, Počitelj, Radimlja, Ram, Risan, Sarajevo, Sirogojno, Smederevo, Sopoćani, St Peter and Paul in Ras, Stari Bar, Stari Ras, Stolac, Stopića, Studenica, Travnik, Trebinje, Tumane, Tvrdoš, Ulcinj, Uvac, Viminacium, Višegrad, Vjetrenica, Zaječar, Zlatibor, Đavolja Varoš, Đurđevi Stupovi, Šćit, Žiča
Come with us to discover 3 former Yugoslavia countries: Serbia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, and Montenegro. We will touring for 27 days across the Balkans on an extended roadtrip, passing by scenic roadsm UNESCO towns, Ottoman medieval fortresses, Orthodox monasteries, beautiful parks with waterfalls, and learning about the history of the area through interesting facts and historical intersections. Local cuisine and wines will accompany us during the trip.
We will pass across deeply Christian Orthodox areas with old but active monasteries and strong Muslim areas with mosques almost on every corner. We will come to old towns with rich history, beautiful parks, rivers and unusual rock formations.
Several different UNESCO sites are visited during this roadtrip. Prepare yourself for castles and fortresses, breathtaking viewpoints, parks with beautiful refreshing waterfalls, narrow medieval streets of ancient towns, archaeological sites, and all that within just one trip.
tour countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia
tour destinations: Berat, Blagaj, Bosnian Pyramids, Budva, Durrës, Gjirokastër, Golubac, Gostilje, Jajce, Kotor, Kraljevo, Kravica, Krujë, Lezhë, Manasija, Mediana, Međugorje, Mileševa, Mogorjelo, Mokra Gora, Mostar, Niš, Novi Pazar, Perast, Počitelj, Radimlja, Ram, Ravanica, Resavska, Risan, Sarajevo, Shkodër, Sirogojno, Smederevo, Sopoćani, St Peter and Paul in Ras, Stari Bar, Stari Ras, Stolac, Stopića, Studenica, Travnik, Trebinje, Tumane, Tvrdoš, Ulcinj, Uvac, Viminacium, Višegrad, Vjetrenica, Zlatibor, Đavolja Varoš, Đurđevi Stupovi, Šćit, Žiča
Come with us to take a 31 days Balkans roadtrip via scenic roads through history, monasteries, Venetian towns and Ottoman medieval fortresses. Spice the whole trip with local cuisine and wines of Serbia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, and Albania. The whole trip is in-depth cultural, full of history, interesting facts and historical intersections.
With this exploring-style roadtrip you will understand the sense of multicultural land where different cultures live together centuries. We will pass across deeply Christian Orthodox areas with old but active monasteries and strong Muslim areas with mosques almost on every corner. We will come to old towns with rich history and beautiful parks with amazing waterfalls and unusual rock formations.
Several different UNESCO sites are visited during this roadtrip. Prepare for castles and fortresses, breathtaking viewpoints, narrow medieval streets, sandy beaches, ancient archaeological sites, beautiful coastal line with faraway islands, and all that within just one trip.
tour countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia
tour destinations: Apollonia, Berat, Blagaj, Blue eye, Borsh, Bosnian Pyramids, Budva, Butrint, Divjakë, Durrës, Gamzigrad Feliks Romulijana, Gjirokastër, Golubac, Gostilje, Himarë, Jajce, Kotor, Kraljevo, Kravica, Krujë, Ksamil, Lezhë, Llogara pass, Manasija, Mediana, Međugorje, Mileševa, Mogorjelo, Mokra Gora, Mostar, Niš, Novi Pazar, Perast, Porto Palermo, Počitelj, Radimlja, Ram, Ravanica, Resavska, Risan, Sarajevo, Sarandë, Shkodër, Sirogojno, Smederevo, Sopoćani, St Peter and Paul in Ras, Stari Bar, Stari Ras, Stolac, Stopića, Studenica, Tepelenë, Tivat, Travnik, Trebinje, Tumane, Tvrdoš, Ulcinj, Uvac, Viminacium, Višegrad, Vjetrenica, Vlorë, Zaječar, Zlatibor, Đavolja Varoš, Đurđevi Stupovi, Šćit, Žiča
We invite you to take with us a extended 39 days roadtrip across 4 Balkans countries: Serbia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, and Albania. Scenic roads will pass hills and mountains, beaches an rivers, see castles and fortresses, lakes and waterfalls. The whole trip is in-depth cultural, full of history, interesting facts and historical intersections.
With this exploring-style roadtrip you will understand the sense and style of Balkans as the multicultural land where different cultures live together centuries. We will pass across deeply Christian Orthodox areas with old but active monasteries and strong Muslim areas with mosques almost on every corner. We will come to old towns with rich history and beautiful parks with unique natural ensembles, like amazing waterfalls or unusual rock formations.
Several different UNESCO sites are visited during this roadtrip. We will come to see small villages and large cities, castles and fortresses, breathtaking viewpoints and sandy beaches. You will walk narrow medieval streets and beautiful coastal line, steps of ancient archaeological sites, see faraway islands, get amazing pictures passing by scenic roads, and all that within just one trip.
tour countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia
tour destinations: Apollonia, Berat, Bihać, Blagaj, Blue eye, Borsh, Bosnian Pyramids, Budva, Butrint, Dajbabe, Divjakë, Durrës, Gamzigrad Feliks Romulijana, Gjirokastër, Golubac, Gostilje, Himarë, Jajce, Ključ, Kotor, Kraljevo, Kravica, Krujë, Ksamil, Lezhë, Livno, Llogara pass, Manasija, Martin Brod, Mediana, Međugorje, Mileševa, Mogorjelo, Mokra Gora, Mostar, Nikšić, Niš, Novi Pazar, Ostrog, Perast, Podgorica, Porto Palermo, Počitelj, Radimlja, Ram, Ravanica, Resavska, Risan, Sarajevo, Sarandë, Shkodër, Sirogojno, Smederevo, Sopoćani, St Peter and Paul in Ras, Stari Bar, Stari Ras, Stolac, Stopića, Studenica, Tepelenë, Tivat, Travnik, Trebinje, Tumane, Tvrdoš, Ulcinj, Una National Park, Uvac, Viminacium, Višegrad, Vjetrenica, Vlorë, Zaječar, Zlatibor, Đavolja Varoš, Đurđevi Stupovi, Štrbački buk, Šćit, Žiča
We welcome you to travel with us across four Balkan countries with our year-round 42 days Serbia Bosnia-Herzegovina Montenegro Albania Trans-Balkan tour from Belgrade.
With this extended, exploring-style, in-depth cultural tour, you will understand the sense and style of a few Balkan countries, which are different and similar at the same time. We will pass deeply Christian Orthodox areas with old but active monasteries and strong Muslim areas with mosques almost on every corner. We will come to old towns with rich history and beautiful parks with unique natural ensembles, like amazing waterfalls or unusual rock formations.
We will visit small villages and large cities, UNESCO sites, fortresses and castles, beaches and breathtaking viewpoints. You will be able to walk narrow medieval streets and sandy beaches, climb steps of ancient archaeological sites, watch the beautiful coastal line with faraway islands, take amazing pictures passing by scenic roads, and all that within just one trip.
April 28, 2026 Ljubačke doline (Ljubacke doline), Bosnia and Herzegovina. Ethno village Ljubacke doline is designed and set as an open-air museum with the intention of showing the life of a community that used to inhabit this area, its traditional architecture, material culture, and furniture from the late 19th century and early 20th century.
March 25, 2026 Brauron, Greece. Brauron is an ancient archaeological site in eastern Attica, Greece, famous for its sanctuary dedicated to Artemis, the goddess of the hunt and nature. Brauron draws visitors with its well-preserved ruins and ties to ancient rituals. Tourists love exploring this peaceful archaeological park for a glimpse into classical Greek worship and daily life.
January 12, 2026 Ávila (Avila), Spain. Avila, a charming town in central Spain, is famous for its impressive medieval walls that surround the historic center. These stone fortifications are remarkably well-preserved, offering visitors a glimpse into the town's rich past and its strategic importance during the Middle Ages.
December 28, 2025 Baeza, Spain. Baeza, a picturesque town in Andalusia, southern Spain, is famous for its outstanding Renaissance architecture. Together with neighboring Ubeda, it was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003 under the name Renaissance Monumental Ensembles of Ubeda and Baeza, for its cultural significance.
December 6, 2025 Veria, Greece. Veria, also spelled Veroia or Beroea, is a city in Central Macedonia, northern Greece, known for its rich history, Byzantine architecture, and proximity to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Aigai (modern Vergina). Historically an important center since antiquity and the Byzantine era, it is built on the foothills of Mt. Vermion and crossed by the River Tripotamo. The city has numerous churches, and is nicknamed ＂Little Jerusalem＂ for its many religious sites.
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