From Belgrade: Novi Sad & Fruska gora & winery and monastery
Belgrade
Visit Novi Sad and enjoy the pearl among Serbian cities, see Petrovaradin fortress, one of the biggest in Europe, taste famous wine Bermet and admire our frescoes and history in the monastery Krušedol
Overview
This full-day tour from Novi Sad explores Petrovaradin Fortress, Fruska Gora National Park, Sremski Karlovci, and includes a Bermet wine tasting. Suitable for history and wine enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Taste Bermet, a unique local dessert wine
- Visit Petrovaradin Fortress overlooking the Danube
- Admire Novi Sad’s baroque, classical, and neo-gothic architecture
- Discover Fruska Gora, Serbia’s oldest national park
Description
Begin at Petrovaradin Fortress, perched above the Danube river with views across Novi Sad. Historically a border between empires, its tunnels hold many secrets. The fortress now hosts the annual Exit music festival.
Explore Novi Sad’s oldest streets, showcasing baroque, classical, and neo-gothic buildings with colorful facades. Learn how locals persuaded Empress Maria Theresa to purchase the city in the 18th century, establishing its role as the cultural center known as “Serbian Athens.”
Next, visit Fruska Gora Mountain, formed as an island in the ancient Pannonian Sea and now Serbia’s oldest national park. Enjoy the natural scenery and visit Krušedol Monastery, an important Orthodox site.
Travel to Sremski Karlovci, following traces of the Serbian migration in the 17th century. Highlights include Serbia’s oldest high school, the “Four Lions” fountain, and the Orthodox cathedral.
The tour ends at a local winery where you will taste high-quality wines and Bermet, a spicy dessert wine unique to the region. This wine was favored by Empress Maria Theresa and is reputed to have been served on the Titanic.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entrance fees
- Professional tour guide
- Winery entry with wine tasting
- Transportation throughout the tour
Excludes
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Important Information
- The tour operates rain or shine
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a camera. Booking ahead is recommended, especially during festival seasons.
