Day Trip from Belgrade: Gems of Eastern Serbia

from your accommodation in Belgrade.

o 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.

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.

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.

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.