Golubac

The tour starts with a 2-hour drive toward Eastern Serbia, enjoying the beautiful landscapes and listening to interesting stories about this part of the country. The first stop is Golubac fortress, a defensive complex which 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, and combined with the interesting position of the fortress leaning over the Danube. They make Golubac undoubtedly one of the most beautiful castles along the 2,850km Danube odyssey from source to the Black Sea. Proceed the adventure towards the widest flow Danube river has, the famous Iron Gate. Its sheer size leaves no one untouched as the Danube suddenly gives the impression of the sea. After around 30 minutes of driving, reach the 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 civilization in Europe. See more than 100 items (utensils, tools, and instruments, jewelry, altars, sculptures, Neolithic ceramics) illustrating the Mesolithic and Neolithic periods in Lepenski Vir. The setting also involves the reconstruction of burial methods in Lepenski Vir and a holographic reconstruction of houses in Lepenski Vir. After the museum, 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. Return to Belgrade in the evening hours.

Follow the flow of the mighty Danube River as you depart from Belgrade to the Golubac Fortress. Built on inaccessible cliffs near the widest part of the Danube, this medieval fortification welcomes you with its mystical towers that tell stories resembling a true fairytale. Climb up one of the towers and you’ll understand why locals say that Danube looks like the sea from this vantage point. Stand on one of the best-preserved fortresses in Serbia, for an almost aerial view of the Danube and its mirror-like surface.   Next, journey back to the Neolithic era at the archaeological site of Lepenski Vir, a prehistoric urban settlement. Uncover information about ancestors from the 6th century BC including their way of life and mindset, showing that ancient Homo sapiens had been much more advanced than predicted. This museum, unique by theme, location, and construction, will leave you inspired and in wonder.   Following your history lesson, enjoy a reward at the Etno Kompleks Kapetan Mišin breg where you can take in enchanting views of the Djerdap gorge. The complex, named after a very respected captain, offers you an open-air gallery called “Man, wood, water” featuring a collection of wooden and stone sculptures.   Take a deep breath, chitchat with the hosts, and gaze far into the distance as you fell more connected to the events and sites of the Danube River as experienced from the different epochs before returning to the Belgrade.

On this 2-day tour of Eastern Serbia, explore ancient sites, visit the stunning Djerdap Gorge, and pan for gold. Learn about the history of Eastern Serbia and enjoy an overnight stay in a 3* hotel. Day 1 Meet your driver outside your Belgrade hotel, and drive to Golubac. There, you can discover the remains of the medieval Golubac Fortress, located on the bank of the famous Danube river. Explore the fortress' 9 towers connected by walls that withstood the test of time with a local guide. Continue with your driver to Lepenski Vir, an ancient archaeological site dating from over 8,000 years ago. Learn about Lepenski Vir's fascinating history in a tour of the site, a film screening, and a visit to the museum. After visiting Lepenski Vir, continue to the Eco-ethno complex Kapetan Mišin Breg for lunch. Located in the heart of the Djerdap Gorge, you can enjoy a traditional lunch with a unique view of the canyon. After you eat, explore the open-air sculpture gallery Man, Tree, Water. Finish the first day of your tour in Kučevo, where you'll enjoy a restful evening in the 3* Hotel Rudnik. Relax in your hotel room or explore the quaint streets of this charming town. Day 2 Begin day 2 with a delicious breakfast at your hotel, then head off to learn about traditional Serbian gold panning at the stunning Ravnistarka Cave. After exploring its beautiful Black Castle room, continue to Pruna Distillery and Winery. At Pruna, learn how the beautiful Danube river helps create the area's distinctive wines and brandy, made traditionally by locals in Vuković and the Braničevo region. Enjoy a wine and brandy tasting before driving to the stunning Tumane Monastery for an extra fee. After exploring the Monastery, return to your hotel in Belgrade with your driver.

The tour starts at 8:30 AM from your accommodation in Belgrade. A pleasant 2-hour drive will take you to the first stop, Golubac Fortress, located at the entrance of the Djerdap Gorge where the Danube is at its widest and nature is at its greenest. It was built at the beginning of the 14th century as a border stronghold of strategic importance. Hat Tower, formerly used as a pier of the Fortress, nowadays is the main symbol and trademark of Golubac Fort. Tour continues with a one-hour drive through the picturesque Djerdap Gorge with short stops on the way for taking memorable pictures. Your tour will start from Tekija and will last for one hour. While on your fun-filled speed boat tour along the most beautiful part of the Danube river, see the remains dating back to Romans, such as Trajan's Plaque (Tabula Traiana) - a memorial dedicated to Roman Emperor Trajan. This unique monument can be seen only from boats (water). On your adventurous boat tour, see the Mrakonija Monastery, Balloon Stations Pena and Varnica, and Stone Statue of Decebal Rex, the last king of Dacia, which represents the tallest rock sculpture (40 meters) in the whole of Europe. When your boat adventure is finished, proceed to the city of Donji Milanovac, where a break for lunch will be made and you will have the great opportunity to try local specialties. Lepenski Vir - an archeological site located nearby, which represents one of the oldest urban settlements in the whole of Europe, populated 8000 years ago is next on your route. On your way back to Belgrade, make one more short stop to see the Boljetinska river canyon, significant from the aspect of the geo-heritage protection, since the complete geological history of Serbia from Paleozoic to Cenozoic, can be observed in it. Return to Belgrade in the early evening hours, drop-off at your accommodation.

Visit the Golubac Fortress, Lepenski Vir archaeological site, Mrakonija Monastery, and more on a full-day tour.  The tour starts at 8:00 AM with pickup from your accommodation in Belgrade. Drive 2 hours to Golubac Fortress, a 14th-century structure located at the entrance of the Iron Gate National Park. Explore the Green Zone of the fortress and admire the widest point of the Danube below. Less than an hour long drive from Golubac Fortress, take a short walk in order to reach Kovilovo viewpoint from which you will enjoy the view of the entire Valley of Donji Milanovac, where the Danube is 2 km wide. Continue with a scenic drive through Iron Gate Gorge, the longest gorge in Europe, that consists of four gorges and three valleys. The most beautiful gorges are Mali and Veliki Kazan, where the Danube narrows to just 140 meters and reaches a depth of more than 90 meters. Stop at a viewpoint next to the road and admire the most stunning part of the Danube. Here, see the statue of King Decebalus, the last king of Dacia, commemorated as the tallest rock sculpture in Europe. Around 2:00-3:00 PM, break for lunch and try some traditional Serbian dishes in a local restaurant. After lunch, stop at the Boljetin River Canyon to observe the geological history of Serbia from Paleozoic to Cenozoic. The last stop on the tour is the Lepenski Vir archeological site, one of the oldest urban settlements in Europe, populated 8,000 years ago. Learn the history of the site from your certified guide before returning to Belgrade in the early evening hours.

Take a full-day guided tour to eastern Serbia and discover the most interesting historical attractions of this region along the Danube River. Enjoy pickup and drop-off in Belgrade. After pickup in Belgrade, begin your historical adventure by heading to the Golubac Fortress, located at the entrance to the Iron Gate, the longest gorge in Europe and the widest flow of the Danube. Upon arrival, admire the impressive fortress, which was the among top 3 location choices for the filming of the "Game of Thrones" series. Explore Golubac's visitor center, palace, and towers. Walk along the Danube and enjoy beautiful views. Later enjoy 1 hour speed boat ride on Danube and see as well Golubac fortress from the river. Before drive back to Belgrade, have a lunch in local restaurant.

Explore the history of Serbia on the is tour along banks of the Danube river. Drive from Begrade to the Ram, Golubac, and Smederevo fortresses. Stop at the Pruna Distillery and Winery to try local brandy and wine.  Enjoy the convenience of being picked up from your accommodation in Belgrade. Sit back and relax on the drive through the countryside to Ram fortress. See this riverside fortress that was built in 1483 by order of Sultan Bayezid II, the grandfather of Suleiman the Magnificent. Make your way to the 14th-century fortress of Golubac which lies over the head of Đerdap Gorge. View this fortress which was the object of many battles between the Ottoman Empire and the Kingdom of Hungary.  Continue to the medieval fortified city of Smederevo which covers 11 hectares of land and has an irregular triangular shape. Observe where the town was located in this fortress and see where the ruler's residence was.  Finish your tour at the Pruna Distillery and Winery in Serbia’s picturesque region of Zelenik. Learn how they harness the properties of the Danube near the Djerdap gorge to craft wine and brandy. Taste some wine and brandy before returning to your accommodation in Belgrade.