Serbia Uncovered - 7 days

Serbia Uncovered - 7 days

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Serbia Uncovered - 7 days

7 Days Starting and ending in Belgrade

Visiting: Belgrade, Novi Sad, Resava River, Zlatibor, Uvac Special Nature Reserve

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Group size:

2 - 16

Age range:

No min or max age (children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult). Age policy for children is as follows:Children 0-2 = FOCChildren 2-6 (sharing a bed) = 50% DiscountChildren 6+ = Need to be booked into a triple room (triple room prices are the same f

Trip Styles:

Small Group

From: $1175 $964 Operator discount: -$212 -18%

NB: Prices correct on 04-Jul-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Take in the best of Belgrade in Serbia and many more of the country's highlights on this 7-day group tour. Uncover the highlights of the Serbian capital on a guided tour and choose from two free days to explore the city at leisure or take optional excursions to Novi Sad and the Resava Treasury. Enjoy an included heritage train ride in Zlatibor and spot rare griffon vultures in Uvac Special Nature Reserve.

Highlights

  • Belgrade - Enjoy an included sightseeing tour of the Serbian capital and visit the Museum of Yugoslav History

  • Novi Sad - Join an optional day trip to the former European Capital of Culture and enjoy a guided city tour

  • Tara National Park - Ride a heritage railway enjoying incredible mountain scenery and passing through tunnels and over viaducts

  • Uvac Special Natural Reserve - Spot majestic griffon vultures soaring overhead and enjoy a boat ride along the Uvac River

Itinerary

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Day 1: Belgrade

Location: Belgrade

Welcome to Serbia! Upon arrival in Belgrade, our driver will greet you at the Nikola Tesla airport and take you to your hotel. As you travel by coach, you can relax and take in the sights of New Belgrade, featuring Socialist architecture and modern business centres like the Usce Tower. Your driver will also point out landmarks such as the Western Gate of Belgrade, Belgrade Arena, and Palace of Serbia. After checking in at your hotel, you will have free time to rest and prepare for the tour.





During a brief meeting with our guide at 7pm, you will be introduced to the tour and provided with all necessary information.

Day 2: Belgrade

Location: Belgrade

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today we tour Belgrade, the Serbian capital city. First, we visit the Museum of Yugoslav History, a memorial complex dedicated to Josip Broz Tito, the former Yugoslav political leader. We see the stadium of Serbia's most successful football team, FC Red Star, before heading to the Temple of Saint Sava, the patron saint of Belgrade.





After a brief stop at the Temple's plateau, we continue to key landmarks such as Slavija Square, Saint Mark's Church, the Serbian National Parliament, White Palace, and Republic Square. Surrounded by cultural institutions like the National Theatre and National Museum, Republic Square is the heart of Belgrade. Our tour will proceed along Knez Mihailo Street, the city's main pedestrian and shopping thoroughfare, before pausing at the Orthodox Cathedral Church of Saint Michael the Archangel, located near the Building of Patriarchate. Then it's on to Kalemegdan Park and Belgrade Fortress. Situated at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers, this historic complex is a significant cultural site in Belgrade. After our tour, the rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 3: Belgrade

Location: Belgrade, Novi Sad, Belgrade

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you have a choice. You can enjoy a free day in Belgrade to explore at your own pace, or you can join an optional excursion to Novi Sad, Petrovaradin, and Sremski Karlovci.





If you join the optional tour, you will first drive to the 'Serbian Holy Land', which is home to 17 active Serbian Orthodox monasteries. Visit the well-preserved monastery Krusedol before proceeding to the town of Sremski Karlovci, known for its rich Serbian culture and Baroque centre. You will enjoy wine tasting at one of the region's leading wineries.





Next stop on the tour is the 2021 European Capital of Culture, Novi Sad. Located at the historical border of the Austro-Hungarian and Ottoman empires, Novi Sad reflects a blend of multicultural influences in its architecture. Embark on a sightseeing tour of the city, passing by landmarks such as the City Hall, a Catholic church, the old city centre, the former residence of Albert Einstein's wife Mileva, the cultural foundation Matica Srpska, and a synagogue. It's then on to Petrovaradin, known as the 'Danube's Gibraltar', where the fortress is situated. After the optional excursion, it's back to Belgrade for the night.

Day 4: Belgrade

Location: Belgrade, Resava River, Belgrade

Meals Included: Breakfast

You can once again choose to explore Belgrade independently or embark on a tour to Resava Treasury. The first stop on the excursion is Manasija Monastery (Resava) located along the Resava River in central Serbia. Built in the early 15th century during the rule of Despot Stefan Lazarevic, the monastery features a Church of the Holy Trinity and has been restored twice due to conquests by the Turks and Austrians. The tour then proceeds to Resava Cave, a well-preserved natural monument. Lunch is at a restaurant near the Lisina waterfalls. After exploring these natural wonders, the tour returns to Belgrade for the overnight stay.

Day 5: Belgrade

Location: Belgrade, Zlatibor

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Belgrade - Zlatibor. Leaving Belgrade, we drive west towards the picturesque Ovcar-Kablar Gorge. We continue to Tara National Park, where we ride the authentic 'Nostalgia' train that runs along the narrow-gauge heritage railway, Sargan Eight. Enjoy the stunning mountain scenery as we pass through tunnels and viaducts. Originally part of the railway from Belgrade to Sarajevo in the early 20th century, the railway offers a nostalgic trip back in time.





Next, we visit the ethno village Drvengrad (Wooden Town), built by prominent movie director Emir Kusturica. The village is constructed mainly from natural materials such as wood. Hosting the annual Kustendorf Film and Music Festival since 2008, Drvengrad has attracted celebrities like Johnny Depp, Monica Belucci, and Jim Jarmusch.





Our next stop is Zlatibor Mountain, the location of Serbia's first royal resort. Here, we enjoy a leisurely stroll around the charming town centre of this picturesque air spa. In the evening, a delightful dinner featuring traditional Serbian cuisine is included.

Day 6: Belgrade

Location: Zlatibor, Uvac Special Nature Reserve, Belgrade

Meals Included: Breakfast

Zlatibor - Uvac Special Natural Reserve - Belgrade. Today we head to Uvac Special Natural Reserve, situated between the mountains Javor and Zlatar. This reserve is known for its population of griffon vultures, a rare species of raptor with a wingspan of approximately 3 metres and a weight of up to 11kg, making it the largest bird in Serbia.





Aside from the griffon vultures, the Uvac River has carved deep meanders and formed caves over centuries, which attract numerous tourists annually. We enjoy an included boat tour along the river, passing through the stunning landscape and visiting two caves - Usak and Ledena.





After experiencing Serbia's wild side, we return to Zlatibor and visit Sirogojno, a village renowned for its ethnological museum and 'Sirogojno sweaters' made from raw wool. Explore the Ethnological exposition of the open-air museum known as the Old Village before we return to Belgrade for the final night of our tour.

Day 7: Belgrade

Location: Belgrade

Meals Included: Breakfast

Tuck into breakfast before check out and the end of our touring arrangements.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    4 star hotels (upgrade available)

  • 6 breakfasts & 1 dinner

  • 6 nights 4 star hotels (5-star upgrade is available)

  • Escorted by a local tour leader with local guides for some sightseeing

  • Airport arrival transfer on day 1

  • Transportation in a mini-bus with air-conditioning & Wi-Fi

  • Guided sightseeing in Belgrade

  • Entrance to Museum of Yugoslav History

  • 90-minute ride on the heritage Sargan Eight train

  • Entrance to Drvengrad wooden town

  • Uvac Special Natural Reserve visit and boat trip

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What's Not Included

  • International flights & visas

  • Departure transfers

  • Meals not specified in itinerary

  • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture!

  • Entry fees unless specified & optional activities

Check out our Q&As

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

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07-May-2024

Recently returned from Greece, a 5 day tour with OTG. Unfortunately, I had a negative experience on day 2 where I needed local support to get me out of a tricky situation. Thank you to Alexandra Z from Hetco Tours in Athens for helping me continue on with the trip, to the Hotel Zafolia staffing team and to Danielle and team here in the UK for supporting me with the aftermath. Your kindness will not be forgotten and I will pay it forward. I've now booked 3 trips with yourselves and will continue to go back. Thank you all. Honestly, I am SO grateful. Blessings to you all. Nicola

Calvin  

Wonderful experience

05-Jan-2023

Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal.

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I would give this tour group no stars if possible. The tour was not guaranteed but they did not inform me when I booked and they did not have enough people. Way after I booked they said I needed a doctors letter because I was over 70. Also way after booking I was informed I needed travel insurance. They knew my age when I booked. They would not refund my tour even though it was 4 months away.

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I had used them once before and loved them. I decided to try them again for a Baltic tour not knowing that they put me on another Tour group- Baltic vision. Loved that tour but was not impressed they marked up the cost for me over 100%. I understand taking some for yourself because of paperwork, but over double the cost everyone else paid on the tour. Just double check before you book with them that you’re not over paying.

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