From Skopje: Day Tour to Niš, Serbia

Chair, Macedonia



Learn about Serbia's rich history on this day tour of Niš. Visit historical highlights including Skull Tower, Niš Fortress, Mediana, and Čegar hill. End with lunch at Malca, a local winery.

Highlights

  • Learn about the rich history of Serbia
  • Explore an old battlefield on Čegar hill
  • Visit an impressive fortress
  • Enjoy local wine with lunch
  • Visit the inspiration for 'Murder on the Orient Express'

Description

Dive into Serbian history on this tour of Niš. Visit significant historical locations like Čegar hill, Skull Tower, Niš Fortress, and Mediana. End the tour with local wine and lunch.

To start, go back in time with a visit to Čegar hill and learn about the famous Battle of Čegar during the First Serbian Uprising. While there, visit the remains of the fallen rebels that were built into Skull Tower. Continue to Tsarigrad road to Niška Banja and visit the locations where Agatha Christie was inspired to write 'Murder on the Orient Express.'

Next, visit the Mediana archaeological site and learn about Constantine the Great and Edict of Milan. Admire Niš Fortress and its notable Stambol Gate, Hamam, Bali Bey Mosque, and its unique Lapidarium. To wrap up the tour, end in the oldest street of Niš for a refreshing cup of coffee before making your way to lunch. Enjoy your lunch with a taste of wine from Malca, a local winery.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local tour guide
  • Wine tasting and lunch

Excludes

  • Entrance tickets

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The day tour to Niš starts from Skopje, the capital of Macedonia.
The tour visits Čegar hill, Skull Tower, Niš Fortress, and Mediana.
Yes, the tour includes tasting local Serbian wine along with lunch.
The exact duration varies, but it is a full-day tour; check the provider's website for details.
Yes, lunch with local wine is included in the itinerary.
Čegar hill is the site of the famous Battle of Čegar during the First Serbian Uprising.
Yes, the tour includes a visit to the inspiration for 'Murder on the Orient Express' in Niš.
Yes, the tour focuses on rich Serbian history and visits several important historical landmarks.
Please check the official website or contact the tour provider for the current opening hours.
Yes, this tour is bookable online through various travel platforms and local operators.

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