Eastern Serbia

Departure towards Golubac, the city famous for its monumental medieval fortress on the right side of Danube, at the entrance to Djerdap (Iron Gate) canyon. The first records of the fortress are from 1335. This impressive structure has nine towers, of which the largest is also the tallest. The fortress is under state protection as a symbol of Serbia’s cultural heritage.

Lepenski Vir is an important Mesolithic archaeological site. It consists of one large settlement with around ten satellite villages. The evidence suggests the first human presence in the locality around 7000 BC with the culture reaching its peak between 5300 BC and 4800 BC. Numerous piscine sculptures and peculiar architecture are testimony to a rich social and religious life led by the inhabitants and the high cultural level of these early Europeans.

Lunch in the Ethno house “Kapetan Misin Breg” with the magnificent view over the Danube river (option). After lunch drive back to Belgrade.

Lepenski Vir is an important Mesolithic archaeological site located in Serbia in central Balkan peninsula The latest radiocarbon and AMS data suggests that the chronology of Lepenski Vir is compressed between 9500/7200-6000 BC. There is some disagreement about the early start of the settlement and culture of Lepenskir vir. But the latest data suggest 9500-7200 to be the start. The late Lepenskir Vir (6300-6000 B.C.) architectural development was the development of the Trapezoidal buildings and monumental sculpture[1] The Lepenskir Vir site consists of one large settlement with around ten satellite villages. Numerous piscine sculptures and peculiar architecture are testimony to a rich social and religious life led by the inhabitants and the high cultural level of these early Europeans.

Inclusions & Exclusions!

Included:

• Private transfer service Belgrade-Lepenski Vir-Donji Milanovac-Belgrade
• English speaking guide during the tour (or other language on request)
• Visit to Lepenski vir

Not included:

• Personal expenses
• All not noted under “included”
• Supplement for lunch: 12 eur per person (3 course menu without drinks)

Guaranteed departure tour is valid in period April-October, during winter time on request