Niš Day Trip
Nis Day Trip Itinerary
Having been picked up from your hotel in Sofia at 8:30 am, you'll leave the Bulgarian capital behind and set off northwest in the direction of Niš, the third largest city in Serbia.
After around a two and a half hour drive through the stunning mountainous scenery of the Balkans, you'll arrive in Niš. The first stop on your journey through the historic region will be the Roman ruins of Mediana, an imperial palace constructed by Constantine the Great in the 3rd century. You'll have the opportunity to admire the exterior of the ancient archaeological site, which is one of the most important in Serbia.
Continue your tour of Niš and its legendary history to the Ottoman period, visiting Niš Fortress, one of the city's most emblematic landmarks. Built in the early 18th century on top of earlier ancient Roman, Byzantine and Medieval fortifications, this is one of the most important and best-preserved monuments of its kind in the Balkans. You'll cross through the castle's imposing entrance gate and explore the most significant buildings in the complex, from baths and a prison to a mosque.
Discover yet more of the Ottoman legacy that remains in Niš as you visit the Archaeological Museum and the famous Skull Tower, or Ćele Kula in Serbian. The stone structure was built by the Ottomans at the start of the 19th century, using the skulls of the Serbian soldiers killed in the Battle of Čegar as part of the First Serbian Uprising.
The next stop on your tour will be at Serbia's most notorious Nazi Concentration Camp. Built in 1941, more than 35,000 people were detained here during World War II. You'll have the opportunity to visit the memorial museum to learn more about the history of the victims of the camp, whose Serbian name, Crveni Krst, translates as Red Cross.
Finally, you'll enjoy a well-deserved break of around an hour to renew your energy with lunch in a local restaurant, where you can indulge in traditional local delicacies. Did you know that this region has some of the best food in the Balkans? At the end of the day, you'll return to Sofia at around 7:30 pm.
Passport
Please remember to bring your valid passport on this tour, with at least six months of validity, as you will be crossing the border between Bulgaria and Serbia.
More Information
Duration
11 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pick up and drop off
English speaking guide
Transport by minibus
Tickets
Not included
Lunch.
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Bultrips Ltd
Corporate name: Bultrips Ltd
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
