Šargan Eight Railway, Wooden Town & House on Drina river day trip from Belgrade

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Belgrade, Serbia

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Overview

Check the three most exciting sights of Western Serbia on this full-day trip from Belgrade by air-conditioned vehicle and with the help of an expert, English-speaking guide to accompany you throughout the day.

Explore stunning nature and take a ride on a scenic narrow gauge railroad train. Visit the famous Wooden village built by well-known director Emir Kusturica and admire the Drina, the most beautiful river in Serbia.

What's Included

  • Services of a professional, English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees (only if the private option is selected)
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan or a private car
  • Full traditional Serbian lunch (optional) = 1,000 - 1,500 RSD per person (payable only in cash)
  • Ticket for Šargan Eight scenic train = 1,200 RSD per person
  • Entrance fee for The Wooden town = 300 RSD per person (payable only in cash)
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Start Time • 08:00 AM

What To Expect

Belgrade (Pass By)

Our tour starts from your accommodation, and we head toward Western Serbia, known for its wild and untouched nature, tasty cuisine and friendly and hospitable people.
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Gate of Podrinje

Our first stop is one of the most famous viewpoints in the area called "Kapija Podrinja." From here, you can enjoy a breathtaking view and admire the stunning scenery made of surrounding mountains and the Drina river. After a short ride, we will reach our next stop, Bajina Bašta, a small town in the foothill of Mt. Tara.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Drina River House

Here, we will see the world-famous attraction, "The House on the Drina," an isolated house made of logs on a river stone. It's one of the most photogenic sights in the region
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mokra Gora

We will leave the house behind us and continue our trip just in time to make it for the departure of the famous Sargan Eight scenic train.A unique narrow-gauge railway nowadays serves only for the amusement. During our ride, we will pass and stop on several viewpoints from which one can see fabulous views over Mokra Gora. Authentic cars with wooden seats, wood-burning stove, and characteristic rattling sound will take us back in 1925 when this railway was put in operation and made a connection between Belgrade and the Adriatic Sea.After almost two and a half hour ride, we are returning to the departing station from where we continue our journey to the nearby Mećavnik, or Drvengrad (Wooden City).
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Drvengrad

Our next stop is "Drvengrad" or "Timbertown". 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 slopes of the mountain, to restore them, equip them with luxurious facilities, and to form a new settlement. Quirky flourishes are everywhere: the Stanley Kubrick cinema shows Kusturica's films, and vintage cars are parked on twisting streets named after celebrities such as Bruce Lee and Diego Maradona (about whom Kusturica made a fascinating documentary).Here we will make a stop to enjoy a traditional lunch made of specialties of the very famous cuisine of Western Serbia, irresistibly delicious and very piquant. (not included)After the meal, we will head back for Belgrade.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Belgrade (Pass By)

We'll arrive in Belgrade late in the afternoon. End of services.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Remember to bring a long-sleeved shirt during summer months, as it could be cold on the Gate of Podrinje.
  • Please note that you can pay for the Wooden City entrance fee and lunch only in cash - Serbian Dinars. The entrance fee for the train could be paid by card.
  • The minimum number for a shared tour to operate is three guests.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-44140P25

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