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Zica and Studenica Monasteries Private Day Tour from Belgrade

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8 to 9 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

This one-day private tour combines beautiful medieval monasteries Žica and Studenica with picturesque nature in central Serbia. Learn why this area is called the valley of the kings. Visit a place where Serbian kings had their coronations in this bright red Serbian Orthodox Church. The second monastery Studenica is a UNESCO site that keeps more than 800 years of history together with fascinating medieval fresco art. A private guide will explain to you the importance of these spiritual places and their value for the whole Christian world. Try local specialties at a 200 years old restaurant.

✅ Guided private tour of two medieval monasteries in the Serbian countryside

✅ Learn about culture, history, art, and politics that shaped Serbian medieval state

✅ See UNESCO site and its world-known fresco art

✅ Discover the famous valley of the kings and Maglic fortress

✅ Stop at an authentic local village after the tour for lunch

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch Lunch ~ 15€ per person at Kod Mira restaurant
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities
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If you want to be picked up from other location which isn't listed (airbnb or an apartment) please specify. We can also pick you up from Belgrade port where cruiser boats dock.

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Kraljevo (pass by)

Your private guide will pick you up in Belgrade and take you south toward central Serbia. Along the way, you’ll pass through the town of Kraljevo, whose name literally means “King’s Town.” As you travel, your guide will explain the royal story behind the name, adding context that naturally connects this stop with the monasteries you’ll explore later in the day.
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Zica Monastery

The first major stop of the tour is Žiča Monastery, instantly recognizable by its vivid red façade. As you explore the grounds, you’ll learn why this monastery became closely linked to Serbian kingship and why it still holds a special place in the country’s cultural memory.Beyond its striking appearance, Žiča offers a calm and spacious setting where your guide helps connect the site’s meaning to the wider story of medieval Serbia — without turning the visit into a history lecture.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Maglic Fortress (pass by)

Between two stops, you will enjoy a magnificent landscape during a ride through a Valley of the kings. If you pay close attention you can spot the remains of the marvelous Maglic fortress which is another attraction in this area. This medieval fortress overlooks this historic valley and still stands as a monument from ancient times.
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Studenica Monastery

Following the scenic Ibar River valley, you’ll travel through quiet landscapes to Studenica Monastery, one of Serbia’s most peaceful and inspiring sacred sites. Surrounded by nature, Studenica invites you to slow down and take in the calm atmosphere that defines this remote valley.Inside the main church, you’ll admire remarkably preserved medieval frescoes, while your guide helps you understand what makes this place so special — not through dates and facts, but through stories, symbolism, and the feeling of standing inside an active UNESCO World Heritage site.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Restoran nacionalne kuhinje "Kafana Kod Mira" od 1826. godine.

Having finished with the main part, on the way back you'll stop by to a local village to have lunch in an authentic restaurant “Kod Mira”. This place exists for more than 200 years and overall that time is owned by the same family – that is the best verification of the quality of their food.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Zica and Studenica Monasteries Private Day Tour from Belgrade?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

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

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  • Bottled water
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  • LunchLunch ~ 15€ per person at Kod Mira restaurant
  • Personal expenses
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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Operated by a business

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