Abstract:
Spiritual values of Serbia.Tour description:
Day 1 – BELGRADE
Arrival of the group at Nikola Tesla Airport in Surčin. The group will be welcomed by a licensed guide fluent in English, who will direct the group to a tourist bus equipped with internet, air conditioning, and modern amenities. Transfer from the airport to the hotel and accommodation in a 4-star hotel in the center of Belgrade (Nobel Hotel or similar), in single and double rooms.
After a short break, the tour will include visits to:
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St. Sava Temple: The largest Orthodox church in the Balkans, an impressive structure dedicated to the founder of the Serbian Orthodox Church.
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St. Mark's Church: A beautiful church in the Serbian-Byzantine style, known for its architecture and history.
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Patriarchal Cathedral: A significant spiritual and cultural center, the seat of the Serbian Patriarch.
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Knez Mihailova Street: The main pedestrian zone with numerous shops, cafes, and historical buildings.
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Kalemegdan Fortress: A symbol of Belgrade with magnificent views of the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers and rich history.
Free time for evening activities and return to the hotel in the evening.
Day 2 – BELGRADE – NOVI SAD (about 200 km)
Breakfast. Departure to Novi Sad and visits to:
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Krušedol Monastery: One of the most significant monasteries on Fruška Gora, with a rich history and beautiful frescoes.
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Novo Hopovo Monastery: The place where the relics of St. Theodore Tiron from the 4th century are located, an important spiritual center.
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Sremski Karlovci: A historic town known for its role in Serbian culture and spirituality. Visit the Cathedral Church and the old Patriarchate (Episcopal Residence), with some free time to relax in this beautiful Vojvodina town.
Continuation to Novi Sad and a tour of the city center, with free time for evening activities. Return to accommodation in Belgrade.
Day 3 – BELGRADE – GOLUBAC (about 350 km)
Breakfast, then visits to:
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Manasija Monastery: A magnificent medieval structure known for its frescoes and history. Veneration of the relics of St. Despot Stefan Lazarević.
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Vitovnica Monastery: The place where the tomb of the famous 20th-century spiritual leader, Elder Tadej of Vitovnica, is located, known for his teachings and sanctity.
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Tumane Monastery: The most famous monastery in Serbia, where the relics of Saints Zosimus and Jacob are located, and where many miracles occur.
Free time in the town of Golubac on the Danube, at the very border with Romania. If time permits, a visit to the Nimnik Monastery, known for the spiritual leader Father Elisej. Return to Belgrade.
Day 4 – BELGRADE – OVČAR – VALJEVO (about 350 km)
Breakfast. Departure to Ovčar Banja and visits to:
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Blagoveštenje Monastery and Preobraženje Monastery: Monasteries located in the beautiful nature of the Ovčar-Kablar Gorge, known for their spirituality and beauty.
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Ovčar Banja: Some free time in this natural paradise.
Continuation to Valjevo and visits to:
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Ćelije Monastery: The place where the relics of the great 20th-century spiritual leader, Ava Justin Popović, are located.
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Lelić Monastery: The place where the relics of St. Bishop Nikolaj are located.
Return to Belgrade in the evening to the same accommodation.
Day 5 – BELGRADE
Breakfast. Visit to:
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Rakovica Monastery: The place where the tomb of the late Serbian Patriarch Pavle, who lived a holy life and is considered a saint by many Serbs, is located.
Depending on the flight time, possible free time in Belgrade, then transfer to the airport. End of service.
