Sargan Eight Railway, Wood Town & House on the Drina River day trip from Belgrade
On this full-day trip from Belgrade, you will visit the three most exciting sights of Western Serbia in an air-conditioned vehicle with an expert, English-speaking guide. You will explore stunning nature and take a ride on a scenic narrow-gauge railroad train. You will also visit the famous wooden village built by well-known director Emir Kusturica and admire the Drina, the most beautiful river in Serbia.
What you'll see & do
- ✓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. Two and a half hours ride we’ll spend enjoying the beautiful landscapes and listening to interesting stories about this part of the country.
- ✓After a relaxing ride, we’ll arrive just in time for the departure of the famous Šargan Eight scenic train. A unique narrow-gauge railway nowadays serves only for amusement. We will stop at several viewpoints during our ride, from which you can enjoy fabulous views over Mokra Gora. Authentic cars with wooden seats, wood-burning stoves, and characteristic rattling sounds will transport us back to 1925, when this railway was put into operation, establishing a connection between Belgrade and the Adriatic Sea.
- ✓After a 1.5-hour ride, we return to the departure station, where we continue our journey to the nearby Mećavnik, also known as Drvengrad (Wooden City). The renowned director Emir Kusturica, a two-time Palme d’Or winner at Cannes, decided to build it during the filming of his movie “Life Is a Miracle.” He chose to convey ruined wooden chalets from the mountain’s slopes, restore them, and equip them with luxurious facilities to form a new settlement. Here, we will make a stop to enjoy a traditional lunch featuring specialties of Western Serbia’s renowned cuisine, irresistibly delicious and piquant (not included). After the meal, we will have some free time for relaxation, and then continue with our tour.
- ✓Shortly after, we will reach our next stop, Bajina Bašta, a small town in the foothills of Mt. Tara. Here, we will see the world-famous attraction, “The House on the Drina,” an isolated log cabin situated on a river stone. A photograph of the structure was featured in National Geographic’s ‘Photo of the Day’, and not too long after that, this charming spot became one of the most photographed sights in the Balkans.
- ✓Our final stop for the day 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, featuring the surrounding mountains.
- ✓Finally, we’ll head back home, riding through the pristine nature of the Povlen mountains. After a ride of around two and a half hours, including one stop, we will arrive in Belgrade in the afternoon. Drop off at your hotels. End of services
What's included
- ✓Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- ✓Transport by air-conditioned 8-seater van or a private car
- ✓Services of a professional, certified English-speaking guide
- ✓Ticket for the Šargan Eight scenic train
- ✓Entrance fee for The Wooden Town
What's not included
- ✓Food & drinks
- ✓Gratuities (optional)
Good to know
Not wheelchair accessible
The minimum number for a shared tour to operate is three guests
At least 16 hours before the trip, we will inform you in case there are not enough guests on tour, and we will offer a choice between: 1) canceling the tour with no fees applied 2) changing the tour date 3) moving to another available tour
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Pick-up from any hotel, Airbnb, a pension that is up to 5 km from Republic Square, or from Belgrade port is free of charge. For pick-up locations further than 5 km from Republic Square, please get in touch with us directly. If you want to start your tour at Belgrade airport, you could do that with a supplement of 15€ (possible on a private tour).
Important note: Depending on the traffic conditions, location of your hotel/Airbnb, the number and the positions of the pick-up locations on the day of your trip, we may ask you to walk to the closest pick-up point (never more than 7-8 minutes of walking from the place where you’re staying).
Good to know before you go
- Difficulty:
- Moderate
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Sargan Eight Railway, Wood Town & House on the Drina River day trip from Belgrade
On this full-day trip from Belgrade, you will visit the three most exciting sights of Western Serbia in an air-conditioned vehicle with an expert, English-speaking guide. You will explore stunning nature and take a ride on a scenic narrow-gauge railroad train. You will also visit the famous wooden village built by well-known director Emir Kusturica and admire the Drina, the most beautiful river in Serbia.
What you'll see & do
- ✓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. Two and a half hours ride we’ll spend enjoying the beautiful landscapes and listening to interesting stories about this part of the country.
- ✓After a relaxing ride, we’ll arrive just in time for the departure of the famous Šargan Eight scenic train. A unique narrow-gauge railway nowadays serves only for amusement. We will stop at several viewpoints during our ride, from which you can enjoy fabulous views over Mokra Gora. Authentic cars with wooden seats, wood-burning stoves, and characteristic rattling sounds will transport us back to 1925, when this railway was put into operation, establishing a connection between Belgrade and the Adriatic Sea.
- ✓After a 1.5-hour ride, we return to the departure station, where we continue our journey to the nearby Mećavnik, also known as Drvengrad (Wooden City). The renowned director Emir Kusturica, a two-time Palme d’Or winner at Cannes, decided to build it during the filming of his movie “Life Is a Miracle.” He chose to convey ruined wooden chalets from the mountain’s slopes, restore them, and equip them with luxurious facilities to form a new settlement. Here, we will make a stop to enjoy a traditional lunch featuring specialties of Western Serbia’s renowned cuisine, irresistibly delicious and piquant (not included). After the meal, we will have some free time for relaxation, and then continue with our tour.
- ✓Shortly after, we will reach our next stop, Bajina Bašta, a small town in the foothills of Mt. Tara. Here, we will see the world-famous attraction, “The House on the Drina,” an isolated log cabin situated on a river stone. A photograph of the structure was featured in National Geographic’s ‘Photo of the Day’, and not too long after that, this charming spot became one of the most photographed sights in the Balkans.
- ✓Our final stop for the day 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, featuring the surrounding mountains.
- ✓Finally, we’ll head back home, riding through the pristine nature of the Povlen mountains. After a ride of around two and a half hours, including one stop, we will arrive in Belgrade in the afternoon. Drop off at your hotels. End of services
What's included
- ✓Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- ✓Transport by air-conditioned 8-seater van or a private car
- ✓Services of a professional, certified English-speaking guide
- ✓Ticket for the Šargan Eight scenic train
- ✓Entrance fee for The Wooden Town
What's not included
- ✓Food & drinks
- ✓Gratuities (optional)
Good to know
Not wheelchair accessible
The minimum number for a shared tour to operate is three guests
At least 16 hours before the trip, we will inform you in case there are not enough guests on tour, and we will offer a choice between: 1) canceling the tour with no fees applied 2) changing the tour date 3) moving to another available tour
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Pick-up from any hotel, Airbnb, a pension that is up to 5 km from Republic Square, or from Belgrade port is free of charge. For pick-up locations further than 5 km from Republic Square, please get in touch with us directly. If you want to start your tour at Belgrade airport, you could do that with a supplement of 15€ (possible on a private tour).
Important note: Depending on the traffic conditions, location of your hotel/Airbnb, the number and the positions of the pick-up locations on the day of your trip, we may ask you to walk to the closest pick-up point (never more than 7-8 minutes of walking from the place where you’re staying).
Good to know before you go
- Difficulty:
- Moderate
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.