Day Trip from Belgrade: Gems of Eastern Serbia
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Take an unforgettable, full-day tour away from the crowds and noises of the big cities and experience awe-inspiring eastern part of Serbia.
Your experience
Stop 1
The tour starts at 8.a.m. from your accommodation in Belgrade.
Stop 2
You will be impressed by the beautiful scenery, while you enjoy 1.5-hour drive to our first stop – Manasija Monastery, located among the green hills of the vivid Resava gorge. It was built in early 15th century during the reign of Despot Stefan Lazarevic. The whole complex is surrounded by 12 towers, constructed in order to protect Church of Saint Trinity from the Ottomans. The Manasija monastery fortification, with its ramparts and towers, is the best preserved fortification complex on the territory of medieval Serbia. Due to its fresco paintings, which represent one of the greatest achievements of the medieval Serbian art, monastery is believed to be a real jewel of Serbian medieval culture.
Stop 3
The tour proceeds to 80-million-year-old cave called Resava, which was discovered by local shepherd in 1962. Ten years later, the cave was opened for the audience for the first time. Nowadays this is one of the most visited caves in this part of Europe due to its richness of cave jewelry: stalagmites and stalactites. Total length of the tunnels is 4.5 km. So far a bit more than 2 km were explored, and 800 m is accessible to visitors. The temperature in the Resava cave is a constant 7°C all year round, with air humidity varying between 80 and 100%. The tour around the cave will last for 40 minutes, so wearing warm clothes is recommended.
Stop 4
Afterwards we proceed to Lisine waterfall, one of Eastern Serbia top attractions.
Stop 5
Krupaj Spring, located 30km from Lisine Waterfall, on the west side of Beljanica Mount. is next on our route. It belongs to the group of karst springs and represents one of the most beautiful springs in Eastern Europe. Turquoise water of Krupaj Spring will leave you completely breathless.
Stop 6
Drive to Gornjak. Here in this breathtaking place, a break for lunch will be made, and you will have the great opportunity to try the best trout fish in Serbia and all the local dishes. Drive back to Belgrade (2h) Drop off to your accommodation. End of services.
What’s included
- Professional English-speaking guide
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Hotel pick up and drop-off
- 3 tickets: Entry tickets to Resava Cave, Veliki Buk Waterfall and Manasija Fort
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional driver
Not included
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
Before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please bring your passport or ID card
- Please provide the name and address of your accommodation in Belgrade and your contact telephone number, so that the local partner can send you all the necessary information for the upcoming trip (name and contact of your tourist guide, exact pick up time from your address in Belgrade, etc. ).
- Warm and comfortable clothes and shoes are essential for visiting Resava Cave (the temperature in the is cave 7 °C or 45 °F)
- The tour includes an entrance to place of worship, so please wear appropriate clothing
- Shared group tour requires a minimum of 4 people to run. If the minimum number isn't met, you will be offered another date/experience, full refund or paying a surcharge for a private tour
- Transportation by air-conditioned car (1-3 pax) or minivan (4-7 pax)
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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