Pearls of Western Serbia: Uvac, Zlatibor & Mokra Gora

After pick up, it’s time to hit the road toward Western Serbia, known for its wild and untouched nature, tasty cuisine, and friendly and hospitable people. Our first stop is a world-famous attraction, “The House on the Drina River” – an isolated house made of logs on a river stone.

After a photo stop and refreshments, we will continue our trip to the famous Šargan Eight. A unique narrow-gauge railway nowadays serves only for amusement. We will pass and stop at several viewpoints during our ride, from which one can see fabulous views over Mokra Gora. Authentic cars with wooden seats, wood-burning stoves, and characteristic rattling sounds will take us back to 1925 when this railway was put into operation.

The next stop is Wooden Town. The famous director Emir Kusturica (two times Palme d’Or in Cannes winner) decided to build it during the shooting of his film “Life is a Miracle.” He chose to convey ruined wooden chalets from the mountain’s slopes, restore them, and form a new settlement.

After we have filled our eyes and souls with beauty, we will finish our day in Kraljeve Vode, the tourist center of Zlatibor Mountain. The region of Zlatibor is famous for its healthy air, folk architecture, native culture and traditions, wealthy and diverse ethnic heritage, widely-renowned culinary specialties, healthy food, and balmy climate. After the check-in, you’ll have free time to enjoy and relax.

Overnight: Zlatibor

Breakfast. Departure from Zlatibor in the morning and transfer to Uvac Special Natural Reserve.

After only one hour of driving, we’ll find ourselves in the pure beauty of Uvac Canyon. For centuries, the Uvac River has been making its way through the mountains, leaving deep meanders and creating caves that attract many tourists. If we’re lucky, we’ll get a chance to see the mighty griffon vulture, whose population in Uvac is the largest in Europe. The bird’s wingspan is about 3 m, and it can weigh up to 11 kg, thus making it the largest bird in Serbia.

We will take a boat trip and follow the river as it twists and turns through the impressive landscape. We’ll not leave the Reserve before taking some fantastic photos from the viewpoints overlooking the canyon.

After the stunning Uvac Canyon experience, it is time for lunch at a local restaurant (not included). Transfer to Belgrade, where we will arrive in the evening. Hotel drop-offs. End of the tour.

IMPORTANT NOTE 1: If you want to see the viewpoints, there are around 25 minutes of hiking uphill. So, it’s not recommended for older, overweight, or people with any walking disability. Another option is to sit in the boat while the rest of the group returns from the photo session at the viewpoints.

Important note 2: In case of bad weather or insufficient water level for the cruise to be conducted, we’ll replace the cruise with a jeep ride to the beautiful viewpoints. 

• 1 night with breakfast in a 4* centrally located hotel on Zlatibor (Central Inn, Iris, Maša, Mir, Mona, or similar)
• Sightseeing per the given itinerary in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle
• Services of English-speaking tour guide throughout
• Tour organization and 24/7 support from a licensed incoming tour operator

• Food & drinks (except for breakfast in the hotels)
• Šargan Eight train ticket (approx. 10€ per person)
• Wooden Town entrance fee (approx. 2€ per person)
• Boat cruise on Uvac Lake (approx. 20€ per person)

• We apply very simple rules. If you cancel the tour up to 5 days before, you’ll get a 100% refund. If you cancel the tour less than 5 days before the trip, you will not receive any refund.

• Gratuities are not included in the price (not mandatory, but common)
• The final choice of hotels will depend on the availability at the moment of your booking. We reserve the right to change the hotel due to availability, but we promise the same category, location, and level of quality
• The minimum number of guests required for the tour to departure is three.
• Tour duration: seven days