Road Trip Through Serbia
Let’s be frank – Serbia is truly for those who seek to get off the beaten track, who crave adventures and who are willing to forego a bit of luxury. If you are ready, then Serbia’s wild, and largely unexplored beauty will offer you the thrill of a lifetime. Dizzying canyons, verdant forests, crystal lakes and postcard perfect villages which hide secluded monasteries, vineyards and outstanding restaurants – no matter what your craving, you will find it here.
Trip Highlights
- Start your journey in historic Belgrade – while not a traditionally pretty European city, it has it’s own vibe and culture, and not to mention tremendous history – the influence of Ottoman as well as Austro-Hungarian empires, followed by integration with Yugoslavia and then union with Montenegro and eventually independece – this city has seen it all.
- Head East to see the magnificent Golubac Fortress – the 14th century Ottoman fortress
- Continue on to Lepenski Vir- often called the “first city in Europe” – archeological findings showed that humans have been at this site since 8,000 BC
- Take a day trip to the sleepy wine town of Sremski Karlovci and further to Novi Sad- Serbia’s second city and a hub of art, music and culture.
- Head south to the Uvac River as it cuts one of the most enchanting canyons in its path – the Uvac canyon – home to incredible flora & fauna, high cliffs with stunning views of the meandering river
- Visit Crna Reka- one of Serbia’s numerous orthodox monasteries – built right into the caves of a steep cliff deep in southwestern Serbia, overlooking the gorges of Ibar Kolašin on the Crna River
- Check out the unique rock formations at Đavolja Varoš – also known as Devil’s town. Local legend says the rocks are members of a wedding party petrified by the devil
Which Visa Do I Need
Indian citizens do not require a visa to visit Serbia (for a short period, for tourism purposes)
Length of Stay
We recommend at least 10 days for this road trip, to be able to experience the country at leisure. You may also combine the trip with a short visit to the neighboring Bosnia or Montenegro (both of which require Visa for Indians – or you may enter with a valid Schengen visa)
Best time to visit
The best time to visit Serbia is generally from March to May and then September to October, avoiding the heat of June, July and August.
historic cities, national parks, river canyons and gorges, fortified medieval cities, pre-historic temples, wines
Did you know
- Serbia is one of the world’s biggest exporters of raspberries, and in the year 2012, Serbia was responsible for almost 95% of the world’s raspberries!
- This is a river in Serbia called Year, because it is 365 meters long!
- Most last names in Serbia end in ‘ić.’
- The oldest Serbian manuscript on UNESCO record is the Miroslav’s Gospel, dating back to 1180. Made on parchment with very rich decorations, the gospel is considered a masterpiece of illustration and calligraphy
- The most expensive cheese in the world is made from donkey milk in Serbia, called Pule. It costs $576 for 1lb of cheese!
- Located in Cacak, you will find the Old Downtown Church. This has been turned into a mosque ten times – a record!
