Full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia
At a glance
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Price from
- $79 / person
- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 103 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 19
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- V Travel Ltd.
- Meeting point
- 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).
Description
Located only 163 kilometers from Sofia, Nis is a fantastic option to add a Serbian stamp in your passport, without checking out from your hotel in Bulgaria. Nis is the third largest city in Serbia and the birthplace of Constantine the Great, one of the most important emperors in the Roman history. Explore the intriguing history of former Yugoslavia, while having delicious authentic Serbian roshtil (grill) either in a traditional restaurant where you can pay with a card (plenty of vegetarian and vegan options available) or try the Serbian street food.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 8:30 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 17+)
- $79
- Child (ages 1–16)
- $79
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $342.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
This Roman estate exhibits the remains of a granary, craft centre, villas , thermae, and the remains of ancient villa with rich mosaics. Most mosaics exhibit geometrical or floral motifs, while two mosaics presenting figures - the head of the Medusa and a semi-prostrate figure of a river deity (probably Neptune). The museum contains sculptures and portraits of Roman gods and goddesses, utensils for daily use (bowls, pitchers, lamps) and remnants of lead pipes used to provide healing hot water from the nearby Niska Banja (Nis Spa).
Upon our arrival in Niš we will first visit the famous Cele Kula (Skull Tower NIS) where you will learn about the atrocities of the Turks against the Serbs and you will see a unique in the world monument for the sacrifice of Serbian revolutionaries.
At 15:00h we will drive to Niš Concentration Camp - a small but very authentic concentration camp set by the Germans during World War 2 to imprison and kill Jews, Romas and other minorities. We leave back to Sofia around 16:00h and expect to arrive around 18:30h.
Visit city sites including Nis fortress with several excavated areas from Roman times, get familiar with findings fron Nis area dated back to 6000 bc in the Archeological hall in town, including more recent findings, discovered in the Royal Villa of Konstantine The Great, Mediana (currently closed for restorations).
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
How it compares in Sofia
- No. 27 by number of reviews among 607 tours in Sofia
- Starting price $79 is 40% below the typical $132 for tours of similar length in Sofia
Excurgo comparison of 607 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia take?
Full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia lasts about 10 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia cost?
Prices start at $79 per person for this Sofia experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $342. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 8:30 AM.
How much does Full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia cost for children?
Children aged 1–16 pay from $79, adults from $79.
Can I cancel Full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is 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). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 19 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 103 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by V Travel Ltd..
Reviews(103)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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