Overview
Located only 163 kilometers from Sofia, Nis is a fantastic option to add a Serbian stamp in your passport, without checking out from your hotel in Bulgaria. Nis is the third largest city in Serbia and the birthplace of Constantine the Great, one of the most important emperors in the Roman history.
Explore the intriguing history of former Yugoslavia, while having delicious authentic Serbian roshtil (grill) either in a traditional restaurant where you can pay with a card (plenty of vegetarian and vegan options available) or try the Serbian street food.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
All fees and/or taxes
Entrance tickets
Driver/guide in English
Food and drinks
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
8:30 Departure from Serdika Meeeting Point (2, Maria Luiza boulevard across McDonalds on the main street). Please show up at least 10 minutes earlier and look for a V Travel branded vehicle (car, minivan, van, minibus).
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Valid passport or ID card for cross-border check in Serbia. Visa may be required, please check before you book
What to expect
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Mediana
30 min
This Roman estate exhibits the remains of a granary, craft centre, villas , thermae, and the remains of ancient villa with rich mosaics. Most mosaics exhibit geometrical or floral motifs, while two mosaics presenting figures - the head of the Medusa and a semi-prostrate figure of a river deity (probably Neptune). The museum contains sculptures and portraits of Roman gods and goddesses, utensils for daily use (bowls, pitchers, lamps) and remnants of lead pipes used to provide healing hot water from the nearby Niska Banja (Nis Spa).
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Skull Tower
30 min
Upon our arrival in Niš we will first visit the famous Cele Kula (Skull Tower NIS) where you will learn about the atrocities of the Turks against the Serbs and you will see a unique in the world monument for the sacrifice of Serbian revolutionaries.
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Red Cross Nazi Concentration Camp
1 hour
At 15:00h we will drive to Niš Concentration Camp - a small but very authentic concentration camp set by the Germans during World War 2 to imprison and kill Jews, Romas and other minorities. We leave back to Sofia around 16:00h and expect to arrive around 18:30h.
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Nis Fortress
1 hour 30 min
Visit city sites including Nis fortress with several excavated areas from Roman times, get familiar with findings fron Nis area dated back to 6000 bc in the Archeological hall in town, including more recent findings, discovered in the Royal Villa of Konstantine The Great, Mediana (currently closed for restorations).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Sofia).
Additional Information
- On 07 January and 14 January the sites and the museums will not be open.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia
Can I cancel Full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 10 hours.
Where does it start?
8:30 Departure from Serdika Meeeting Point (2, Maria Luiza boulevard across McDonalds on the main street).
What's included?
- Entrance tickets
- Driver/guide in English
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
Which places does it visit?
It visits Mediana, Skull Tower, Red Cross Nazi Concentration Camp, Nis Fortress.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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