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Full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia: Authentic Serbian Cuisine and Historic Exploration
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92 Ratings
Sofia
Embark on a full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia and discover the birthplace of Constantine the Great. Indulge in authentic Serbian cuisine and explore the intriguing history of former Yugoslavia.
Embark on a full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia and discover the birthplace of Constantine the Great. Indulge in authentic Serbian cuisine and explore the intriguing history of former Yugoslavia.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Mediana - This Roman estate showcases the remnants of a granary, craft center, villas, thermae, and an ancient villa adorned with exquisite mosaics. Most mosaics feature geometric or floral designs, while two depict figures - the head of Medusa and a semi-reclining river deity, likely Neptune. The museum houses sculptures and portraits of Roman…
- Mediana - This Roman estate showcases the remnants of a granary, craft center, villas, thermae, and an ancient villa adorned with exquisite mosaics. Most mosaics feature geometric or floral designs, while two depict figures - the head of Medusa and a semi-reclining river deity, likely Neptune. The museum houses sculptures and portraits of Roman deities, everyday utensils (such as bowls, pitchers, and lamps), and fragments of lead pipes that supplied healing hot water from the nearby Niska Banja (Nis Spa).
- Skull Tower - Upon arrival in Niš, the first stop is the renowned Cele Kula (Skull Tower NIS), where visitors will learn about the Turkish atrocities against the Serbs and witness a unique global monument commemorating the sacrifice of Serbian revolutionaries.
- Red Cross Nazi Concentration Camp - At 15:00h, the tour proceeds to the Niš Concentration Camp, a small yet authentic camp established by the Germans during World War II to detain and execute Jews, Romas, and other minorities. Departure back to Sofia is around 16:00h, with an expected arrival at approximately 18:30h.
- Nis Fortress - Explore city landmarks including the Nis Fortress, which features several excavated Roman-era sites. Gain insights into findings from the Nis area dating back to 6000 BC in the town’s Archaeological Hall, along with more recent discoveries from the Royal Villa of Constantine the Great, Mediana (currently closed for restorations).
What's Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Driver/guide in English
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Driver/guide in English
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees (10 € per person) cash or card
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees (10 € per person) cash or card
Additional Information
Nis, just 163 kilometers from Sofia, offers a great opportunity to gain a Serbian stamp in your passport, all the while remaining lodged in your Bulgarian hotel. As Serbia’s third largest city and the birthplace of Constantine the Great, a significant emperor in Roman history, Nis has a lot to offer. Delve into the compelling history of the former…
Nis, just 163 kilometers from Sofia, offers a great opportunity to gain a Serbian stamp in your passport, all the while remaining lodged in your Bulgarian hotel. As Serbia’s third largest city and the birthplace of Constantine the Great, a significant emperor in Roman history, Nis has a lot to offer. Delve into the compelling history of the former Yugoslavia while enjoying delicious traditional Serbian roshtil (grill). You can either dine in a local restaurant, where many vegetarian and vegan options are available and cards are accepted, or experience the street food culture of Serbia.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Balkan boarders are busy during July and August. To avoid delays, alternative routes might be taken, adding a few hours to the trip.
- Cash (10 € per person) or credit/debit card needed for entrance fees.
- On 07 January and 14 January the sites and the museums will not be open.
Location
Serdika Meeting Point - V Travel Day Tours Departures
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza"
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).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Tan
Jan 2, 2026
Enjoyable and meaningful day trip to Nis - Joined this tour last minute and they slotted us in quickly.
Mihail was friendly and knowledgeable. He ensured that we had an enjoyable and meaningful time in Nis and return back to Sofia safely.
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Edersmensch
Nov 10, 2025
Very nice day in Nis - We had booked the trip, and it all worked out very well then. There were five other people riding along. The guide was very good. It explained everything well and prepared us for the respective places. Also we had enough time just for ourselves in Nis.
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Paul_b
Oct 27, 2025
Great day trip to Serbia - Our day trip to Nis, Serbia was a wonderful experience! The two-hour journey was comfortable, and our tour guide was extremely informative and helpful throughout the trip. We visited several fascinating sites, including the Mediana archaeological site, the historical Skull Tower, and the Nis Fortress. Each location offered a deep insight into the city’s rich history and culture. After exploring the landmarks, we enjoyed some free time in the city center, which was lively and full of great restaurants and souvenir shops. Overall, it was an educational and enjoyable trip—highly recommended for anyone visiting Serbia!
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Guy_p
Jun 29, 2025
Day Trip to Niṣ̌ Serbia - Vwry punctual, engaging and knowledgeable Guide -Michael. This makes a huge difference.
Very doable day trip to visit Niṣ̌ and get a feel of Serbia. Visited enough places and some free time too.
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Annie_l
May 18, 2025
Highly recommended day trip from Sofia - We had an excellent time on our tour to Nis. Our guide Georgi was very good, super knowledgeable and an excellent driver. Mediana, the Skull Tower, and the concentration camp were really interesting. A bit more time at the concentration camp would have been good as there was a lot of information to read. The tour was structured very well and the day did not feel long at all. Overall an excellent day trip
from Bulgaria.
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Daniel_t
Apr 27, 2025
Great tour to Serbia for a day! - Great tour! Wish there was more time in Nis. Make sure to buy drinks for the bus ride! Concentration camp is apparently a must but I would have spent more time in Nis over that.
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Pulahinge_r
Apr 20, 2025
A day in Nis - It was nice day spent in Nis. The tour guide Mihail / Michael was helpful and knowledgeable. The border crossing was smooth. Overall a great experience.
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Marjorie
Oct 10, 2025
Great experience - Phillip was very knowledgeable in the history of Bulgaria and Serbia. He took us to 4 locations and did a great job giving us the background of each and then gave us time to wander each area on our own.
We didn't have time to sit down and have a nice lunch as expected but wandered around a shopping area for some reason.
But to make up for not stopping for a good lunch, he made us reservations for a recommended place for dinner, then dropped us off at it's door.
On the way home, he was using his phone a lot while driving, to make those reservations and to hunt for music for us.
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Rodcoc
Aug 20, 2025
Good experience - My driver was great but by my mistake I forgot my passport and we were only 2km away from my Air b&b and note that I apologize to everyone the company charged me 20 Euros to turn back which it was around the corner. That was a big rip off and alot of money.
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Gisele_l
Nov 24, 2025
This was bad. Really bad.... - This was bad. Really bad. The idea is good, the itinerary is good, the place is good, the execution of the tour company was terrible. Started with them asking me to change from Sunday to Saturday, then again asking to change from Saturday to Sunday. I asked them to deal with Viator and change it, they refused. So I had to spend 1h with Viator telling me I can't make last minute changes, but they were the ones who made the change. This shows me they don't understand they are in the travel business and when people are on a holiday, they want to enjoy their free time, so they should deal with the bureaucracy, not me. OK, solved that. They said they would send me information the night before - they didn't. We arrived at 8am for the 8:30am tour. It was cold and raining, we only found cover across the street. We waited. 8:25, 8:27. I messaged them. 0 replies. 8:30, 8:31, nothing. 8:33 a black van stops. There is nothing saying V Travel like it is written in our guidelines, no one got out of the car to pick us up, nothing. My husband thought this couldn't be them, as that would be the worst tour company ever. I decided to go and check it out, they rolled down the window and it was our tour - a very bad tour. I discovered they picked everyone else on their hotels, we were the only ones they asked to wait in the cold and the rain, even our hotel being in the city center like the others. Also, why a black van with no logo would stop for 30s and consider this a tour meeting point, no idea. It gets worse. The Viator page says we can pay tickets by card 10 euros per person. We were on the tour, the guide said we had to pay cash 12 euros per person. We were counting on using card, not cash. Then the guide insinuated I was supposed to have paid before the tour - weird. Not what I signed up for. We entered the camp for WW II and the guide said we could take our time and look around - the itinerary said around 1h there. We were there for 30min, the guide comes asking if we were lost (how can I be lost? It is one building) and saying everyone else was already in the car. I don't understand the rush, but yes, they were in a hurry. In this rushed version of what they present on Viator, we got back 16:30, 2h before the planned return time, after all this annoying behavior. Choose another company.
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