Embark on a full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia and discover the birthplace of Constantine the Great. Indulge in authentic Serbian cuisine and explore the intriguing history of former Yugoslavia.
Embark on a full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia and discover the birthplace of Constantine the Great. Indulge in authentic Serbian cuisine and explore the intriguing history of former Yugoslavia.
- Mediana - This Roman estate exhibits the remains of a granary, craft centre, villas , thermae, and the remains of ancient villa with rich mosaics. Most mosaics exhibit geometrical or floral motifs, while two mosaics presenting figures - the head of the Medusa and a semi-prostrate figure of a river deity (probably Neptune). The museum contains…
- Mediana - This Roman estate exhibits the remains of a granary, craft centre, villas , thermae, and the remains of ancient villa with rich mosaics. Most mosaics exhibit geometrical or floral motifs, while two mosaics presenting figures - the head of the Medusa and a semi-prostrate figure of a river deity (probably Neptune). The museum contains sculptures and portraits of Roman gods and goddesses, utensils for daily use (bowls, pitchers, lamps) and remnants of lead pipes used to provide healing hot water from the nearby Niska Banja (Nis Spa).
- Skull Tower - Upon our arrival in Niš we will first visit the famous Cele Kula (Skull Tower NIS) where you will learn about the atrocities of the Turks against the Serbs and you will see a unique in the world monument for the sacrifice of Serbian revolutionaries.
- Red Cross Nazi Concentration Camp - At 15:00h we will drive to Niš Concentration Camp - a small but very authentic concentration camp set by the Germans during World War 2 to imprison and kill Jews, Romas and other minorities. We leave back to Sofia around 16:00h and expect to arrive around 18:30h.
- Nis Fortress - Visit city sites including Nis fortress with several excavated areas from Roman times, get familiar with findings fron Nis area dated back to 6000 bc in the Archeological hall in town, including more recent findings, discovered in the Royal Villa of Konstantine The Great, Mediana (currently closed for restorations).
- All fees and/or taxes
- Entrance tickets
- Driver/guide in English
- All fees and/or taxes
- Entrance tickets
- Driver/guide in English
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
Nis, just 163 kilometers from Sofia, offers a great opportunity to gain a Serbian stamp in your passport, all the while remaining lodged in your Bulgarian hotel. As Serbia’s third largest city and the birthplace of Constantine the Great, a significant emperor in Roman history, Nis has a lot to offer. Delve into the compelling history of the former…
Nis, just 163 kilometers from Sofia, offers a great opportunity to gain a Serbian stamp in your passport, all the while remaining lodged in your Bulgarian hotel. As Serbia’s third largest city and the birthplace of Constantine the Great, a significant emperor in Roman history, Nis has a lot to offer. Delve into the compelling history of the former Yugoslavia while enjoying delicious traditional Serbian roshtil (grill). You can either dine in a local restaurant, where many vegetarian and vegan options are available and cards are accepted, or experience the street food culture of Serbia.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Balkan boarders are busy during July and August. To avoid delays, alternative routes might be taken, adding a few hours to the trip.
- No money exchange needed, unless you collect foreign currencies.
- On 07 January and 14 January the sites and the museums will not be open.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.