Vojvodina tour – North of Serbia in 2 days

Through farms, castles and vineyards

During the two-day trip, we will visit the Bačka, region in Vojvodina. The story of our guide will help us to experience all the beauty of magnificent buildings and to become more familiar with the works of many famous people. You have to visit the salaš – traditional farm in Vojvodina, which represents a special realm of taste. In front of us are also monuments of great European importance. Different cultures mixed in Bačka, so today 24 nations live in this area. We will spend the night in the European Capital of Culture

Meeting with the tour guide at the indicated address. Departure from Belgrade at 9 o'clock.

 

Welcome to Sremske Karlovce. Here we begin the story that closes together the history and culture of the entire Vojvodina. On the old Branko Radičevića Square, near the "Four Lions" fountain, we look at the beautiful buildings that surround us. Frozen in time stand pearls of architecture: the Patriarch's Palace, the Seminary, the Church of St. Nicholas, and the Karlovac High School, which is also the oldest high school in Serbia. We will sweeten with Kugloff.

We taste different varieties of wine in the wine cellar. Sremski Karlovci is famous for the "Karlovačka grape harvest" festival. Local wineries have been growing wine on the slopes of Fruška Gora for centuries. We are in the realm of Bermet wine. We discover its ingredients during the tasting. In the 18th and 19th centuries, wine from Sremski Karlovac was exported to Europe and even to America. We also visit the Beekeeping Museum.

On the hill above Sremski Karlovac, with a view of the Danube, there is the Lady of Peace Chapel. After the Great Turkish War and the victory of the Christian alliance led by Eugene of Savoy, over the Ottoman army, peace negotiations were held in Sremski Karlovci in 1699. The legend of King Arthur served as the signatories to create a round table so that everyone was equal. The Christian alliance consisted of Austria-Hungary, Poland, Venice, and Russia. Mediators in the negotiations were England and the Netherlands. After long negotiations, the Peace of Karlovac was signed. Serbs receive certain territories for administration. Today's chapel was built at the beginning of the 18th century on the site of an older building.

We continue the tour with a visit to the Petrovaradin Fortress. According to the plan of the French architect and military leader Sebastien de Vauban, one of the largest European fortresses was built. Construction lasted from the end of the 17th to the end of the 18th century. It consists of an upper fortress, a lower town, and protruding defensive bastions. We visit the museum and the underground well. We pass through the Belgrade Gate. We cross the Danube over the Varadin bridge and enter the center of Novi Sad.

 

We arrive in Novi Sad and take a break for lunch. We continue our walk tour in a relaxed atmosphere, absorbing the ambiance of the European Capital of Culture. Novi Sad is the second largest city in Serbia and the administrative center of Vojvodina. We walk through Freedom Square, where the City Hall, the monument to Svetozar Miletić, and the Cathedral of the Name of Mary stand out. We continue our walk along Dunavska and Zmaj Jovina streets. We explore the narrow central streets while the spirit of EXIT festival music echoes. Free time, dinner, and overnight in Novi Sad.

 

 

Day 2.

Meeting with the tour guide.
Departure from Novi Sad at 9 am.

The first destination we visit on the second day of the tour is the Bač fortress. It is located in the town of Bač, after which the entire region got its name Bačka. The most important is the medieval fortress in Vojvodina. It was created in the 14th century during the time of the Hungarian king Charles Robert of Anjou. We will climb the highest tower. In Bač, we visit the Franciscan monastery built in the 12th century. The fortress in Bač and the monuments in the vicinity are on the UNESCO list of proposals for inclusion in the world heritage.

 

We drive along the Vojvodina plain through the villages of Bačka. We arrive in Sombor and see the sights of the city. As we walk through St. George Square and St. Trinity Square, monuments of the architecture line up. The town hall and Sombor County are symbols of the town. The city is full of parks, where the most abundant is the American Hackberry, a type of elm that was brought from North America and Europe, and it is estimated that there are about 7,500 trees in the city. Famous artists found their peace in Sombor and created prominent works. The city museum and gallery "Milan Konjović" keep memories. The old carriage moves through the streets of the city, preserving the tradition. Among the sacral buildings from the 18th century, we will see the old Catholic Church of the Holy Trinity, the small Orthodox Church of St. John the Forerunner, and the large Orthodox Church of St. George. We are hungry, so there will be a lunch break.

 

traditional farm in Vojvodina

 

Let's go to the salaš. "Our salaš" is located near Sombor. Here we will activate the sense of taste. In front of us, there are the specialties of our hosts, old recipes of Vojvodina cuisine. There will be no shortage of wines and brandies. Within the salaš are a children's playground, a picture gallery, and an Ethno collection of old crafts. A farm in Vojvodina is a property with a house and outbuildings. The English translation is farm or ranch. During the trip, our guide will introduce you to stories about salaš.

 

We discover the heart of Subotica. We start the walking tour with Ferenc Reichl's palace. We are moving along the main pedestrian street - Corzo. We tour Vojnić Palace and Manojlović Palace. On Freedom Square next to the City Hall, the National Theater and the monument to Emperor Jovan Nenad dominate. On Republic Square, which is surrounded by greenery, there is a monument to the Holy Trinity. A blue fountain decorates the square. The Synagogue and the Palace of Miksha Demeter (City Museum) represent Art Nouveau architecture. Of the sacred buildings, the Franciscan Church of St. Michael, the Cathedral (Basilica) of St. Teresa of Avila, and the Orthodox Church of the Holy Ascension stand out. The multicultural charm of the city is felt at every step. It is characteristically built with Zsolnay ceramics. We will also see an unusual monument to a plumber. We enter the City Hall.

 

The symbol of Subotica is the City Hall. It is located in the city center on Freedom Square. It was built at the beginning of the 20th century in the Hungarian Art Nouveau style. The magnificent building is 76 meters high and has a total area of 5838m2. We will visit the City Hall and will learn about the interior decoration. In the City Hall, there is a Great Hall, which is used by the town authorities for assembly sessions. It is also used for weddings and other important gatherings. The northernmost city of Serbia and its surroundings can be seen as if in the palm of your hand from the observation deck located at a height of 45 meters.

We are ending our two-day trip around Vojvodina with good impressions. Return to Belgrade and think about our next excursion.

Departure at 8 o'clock from indicated address.
Private tour, smaller or larger groups.
Duration: Two days, one night.

 

Included:
Accommodation in Novi Sad on a bed and breakfast or half board basis in a hotel or apartment with 3-star or 4-star;
Transportation by car, minivan, or bus;
Tickets and tastings according to the program;
Licensed tourist guide;

 

Note: The price of the trip depends on the number of people. The tour is recommended throughout the year.