14 days
Specific Tour
33 people
English, Russian
Take a 14-day spiritual and cultural journey into the heart of the Balkans, exploring the rich Orthodox heritage of Serbia, Bulgaria, Northern Macedonia and Albania, and Montenegro (and back to Serbia). Discover centuries-old churches, fascinating monasteries and lively cities of deep historical and religious significance.
Day 1: Arrive in Belgrade, the dynamic Serbian capital.
Day 2: Explore Belgrade’s Orthodox landmarks, including the magnificent St. Sava Temple and St. Mark’s Church. Overnight in Belgrade.
Day 3: Visit the monastic gems of Fruska Gora, including Sremski Karlovci, a historic spiritual center. Overnight in Belgrade.
Day 4: Travel to Niš, Serbia’s southern gateway, before heading to Sofia, Bulgaria’s capital, for a city tour. Overnight in Sofia.
Day 5: Explore Boyana Church, a UNESCO-listed medieval masterpiece, and the iconic Rila Monastery, then cross into Skopje, North Macedonia. Overnight in Skopje.
Day 6: Take a day trip to Kosovo, visiting its rich Orthodox sites. Overnight in Skopje.
Day 7: Explore the Matka Canyon, then head to Ohrid for a city tour of this ancient spiritual center. Overnight in Ohrid.
Day 8: Visit the famous churches of Ohrid, including St. Naum Monastery and the Bay of Bones, then continue to Tirana, Albania. Overnight in Tirana.
Day 9: Discover the Orthodox churches of Tirana and experience the city’s rich religious heritage. Overnight in Tirana.
Day 10: Travel to Shkoder, one of Albania’s oldest cities, then cross into Montenegro, ending the day in Budva. Overnight in Budva.
Day 11: Visit Ostrog Monastery, Montenegro’s most revered pilgrimage site, then travel to Prijepolje, Serbia. Overnight in Prijepolje or Nova Varoš.
Day 12: Explore Mileševa Monastery and the renowned monasteries of South Serbia, including Sopoćani, Studenica, and Žiča. Overnight in Vrnjačka Spa.
Day 13: Visit Ljubostinja Monastery, then explore the medieval monasteries of Ravanica and Manasija, before returning to Belgrade. Overnight in Belgrade.
Day 14: Enjoy free time in Belgrade before departure.