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SERBIAN SPAS Roads of Roman Emperors GROUP TOUR -Niska Spa- Serbia is a country in whose territory was born, lived and enjoyed many Roman emperors. Of all the countries that were located on the territory of the Roman Empire, the only country in which more emperors were born was Italy. The project of the Ministry of Culture "Roads of Roman Emperors" is the route length of about 600 kilometers, and extends from Sirmium (today Sremska Mitrovica) to Šarkamen and aims to familiarize visitors not only with the history of ancient Rome, but also about their daily life. The Romans as a nation respected swimming and appreciated the healing properties of water. Throughout history Romans built bathrooms and spas for relaxation and healing. On Serbian territory some of the spas were established on the sources whose healing properties have been discovered by Romans. This trip will make sure that you are at least a little closer to the way of life and culture that nurtured the people of Rome in ancient times and present a piece of heritage that this great nation is left behind. TOUR 1 for 2 nights / 3 days – 1. Proposal Belgrade - Silver Lake - Niska Banja - Light route 1 Day Belgrade - Smederevo (63 km, about 1 hour drive), Smederevo - Viminacijum (44 km, about 1 hour drive), Viminacijum - Silver Lake (40 km, about 50min drive) In the morning we depart from Belgrade to Smederevo, a path that runs along the Danube, where the same route once ran Limes - the boundaries of the Roman Empire. Visits Smederevo, which was established in ancient times and was called Aureus Mons. Today the remains of the fortress dating from the period of Despot- Djurdje Brankovic. The journey continues to the archaeological site Viminacium, which was the largest urban center and the capital of the Roman province of Upper Moesia. The impressive remains of the Imperial mausoleum of the third century, in which are buried the Roman emperor and his mother Hostilian Hernia. Continuing the trip to Silver Lake, which is made at the Danube estuary. Accommodation in the afternoon, classes and free time for walking and use of wellness facilities. Overnight. (Hotel Danubia Park - Silver Lake). Day 2 Silver Lake - Felix Romuliana - Gamzigrad - Niska Banja (night) Silver Lake - Felix Romuliana (175km, about 3h drive - through Djerdap, through Donji Milanovac), Felix Romuliana - Gamzigrad (about 5 km, 10 minutes drive), Gamzigrad - Niska Banja (100 km, about 1h 45min drive) After breakfast, the road takes us along the banks of the Danube, in addition to the Golubac fortress and Donji Milanovac and we will refer to the Felix Romuliana, the remains of the imperial palace from the third century, who since 2007 is under the protection of UNESCO. In this place Roman emperor Gaius Valerius Maximillian was born, lived and was buried. Galerius’ birthplace was one the many urban villages, with many luxurious public and private buildings. He built a palace in his place and named it after his mother Romuliana. We will be going to the National Museum in Zajecar where you can see the mosaics, sculptures and decorations of the imperial palace Romuliana. There are healing waters that are at only 3 km from Felix Romuliana, assumed to have been used in ancient times, although there is no written evidence of it. Today in this place, which nature has endowed with a number of sources of mineral water springs, located in the famous Gamzigrad, whose beneficial water in swimming pools, in addition to rehabilitation is used to prepare athletes. The resort is beautifully decorated with lots of greenery, parks and a promenade along the river. We will take a short break for walking, and then continue the journey towards Niska Banja. Mineral water is the main source of Niska Banja it is hyperthermal with a temperature of 38ºC. Accommodation and use of wellness facilities in the spa center "Sense". Overnight. (Accommodation in Niska Banja) Day 3 Niska Banja - Nis (tour of Mediana, Skull Tower the city center Niš) Nis - Niska Banja (10 km, about 20 minutes drive), Nis - Belgrade (240km, about 2h 30min drive) After breakfast sightseeing :: Nis Fortress - one of the largest Turkish fortifications in the Balkans. Visit to the city center and central square, Archaeological Museum, the pedestrian zone, Kazandžijsko Sokače, Congregational Church, Skull Tower - rectangular tower with 950 built in skull heads of fallen Serbian soldiers who disappeared in the battle of Čegar 1809. Free time for a walk. Lunch. In the afternoon return to Belgrade. Price in € per person in a double room hotel/ category room service 3 days / 2 nights Hotel Danubia Park (Silver lake) HB 1/2 150 Hotel Radon (Niska Banja) FB Legend: 1/2 - double room, HB – half board (breakfast and dinner), FB - full-board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) TOUR 1 for 2 nights / 3 days – 2. Proposal Belgrade - Kladovo - Niska Banja - a more strenuous tour 1 Day Belgrade - Smederevo (63 km, about 1 hour drive), Smederevo - Viminacijum (44 km, about 1 hour drive), Viminacijum - Kladovo (172 km, about 2 hours and 50min drive) In the morning departure from Belgrade to Smederevo, a path that runs along the Danube, where the same route once ran Limes - the boundaries of the Roman Empire. Visits Smederevo, which was established in ancient times and was called Aureus Mons. Today the remains of the fortress dating from the period of Despot – Djurdje Brankovic. The journey continues to the archaeological site Viminacium, which was the largest urban center and the capital of the Roman province of Upper Moesia. The impressive remains of the Imperial mausoleum of the third century, in which are buried Roman Emperor Hostilian and his mother Hernia. Journey continues to Kladovo. Accommodation in the late afternoon and free time to use the wellness facilities. Overnight. (Accommodation in hotel Aquastar Danube) Day 2 Kladovo - Diana Roman Castrum (about 8 km, 10 min drive), Diana - Felix Romuliana (122 km, about 1h 45min drive), Felix Romuliana - Gamzigrad (about 5 km, 10 minutes drive), Gamzigrad - Niska Banja ( 100km, about 1h 45min drive) After breakfast, the road takes us along the banks of the Danube, in addition to the Golubac fortress and Donji Milanovac and we will refer to the Felix Romuliana, the remains of the imperial palace from the third century, who since 2007 is under the protection of UNESCO. In this place Roman emperor Gaius Valerius Maximillian was born, lived and was buried. Galerius’ birthplace was one the many urban villages, with many luxurious public and private buildings. He built a palace in his place and named it after his mother Romuliana. We will be going to the National Museum in Zajecar where you can see the mosaics, sculptures and decorations of the imperial palace Romuliana. There are healing waters that are at only 3 km from Felix Romuliana, assumed to have been used in ancient times, although there is no written evidence of it. Today in this place, which nature has endowed with a number of sources of mineral water springs, located in the famous Gamzigrad, whose beneficial water in swimming pools, in addition to rehabilitation is used to prepare athletes. The resort is beautifully decorated with lots of greenery, parks and a promenade along the river. We will take a short break for walking, and then continue the journey towards Niska Banja. Mineral water is the main source of Niska Banja it is hyperthermal with a temperature of 38ºC. Accommodation and use of wellness facilities in the spa center "Sense". Overnight. (Accommodation in Niska Banja) Day 3 Niska Banja - Nis (10 km, about 20 minutes drive), Nis - Belgrade (240km, about 2h 30min drive) After breakfast sightseeing: Niška tvrdjava - one of Turkey's largest fortifications in the Balkans. Visit to the city center and central square, Archaeological Museum, the pedestrian zone, Kazandžijsko Sokače, Congregational Church, Skull Tower - rectangular tower with 950 built in skull heads of fallen Serbian soldiers who disappeared in the battle of Čegar 1809. Free time for a walk. Lunch. In the afternoon return to Belgrade. Price in € per person in a double room hotel/ category room service 3 days / 2 nights Hotel Aquastar (Kladovo) HB 1/2 160 Hotel Radon (Niska Banja) FB Legend: 1/2 - double room, HB – half board (breakfast and dinner), FB - full-board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) TOUR 2 for 6 nights / 7 days 1 Day Belgrade - Smederevo (63 km, about 1 hour drive), Smederevo - Viminacijum (44 km, about 1 hour drive), Viminacijum - Silver Lake (40 km, about 50min drive) In the morning we depart from Belgrade to Smederevo, a path that runs along the Danube, where the same route once ran Limes - the boundaries of the Roman Empire. Visits Smederevo, which was established in ancient times and was called Aureus Mons. Today the remains of the fortress dating from the period of Despot- Djurdje Brankovic. The journey continues to the archaeological site Viminacium, which was the largest urban center and the capital of the Roman province of Upper Moesia. The impressive remains of the Imperial mausoleum of the third century, in which are buried the Roman emperor and his mother Hostilian Hernia. Continuing the trip to Silver Lake, which is made at the Danube estuary. Accommodation in the afternoon, classes and free time for walking and use of wellness facilities. Overnight. (Hotel Danubia Park - Silver Lake) Day 2 Silver Lake - Kladovo (150 km, about 2.5 hours drive) After breakfast, we continue our journey to Kladovo. Accommodation in the afternoon and free time to use the wellness facilities. Dinner. Overnight. (Accommodation in hotel Aquastar Danube) Day 3 Kladovo - Felix Romuliana (122km, about 1h 45min drive), Felix Romuliana - Gamzigrad (about 5 km, 10 minutes drive), Gamzigrad - Niska Banja (100 km, about 1h 45min drive) After breakfast, check out from the hotel and we will refer to the Felix Romuliana, the remains of the imperial palace from the third century, who since 2007 under the protection of UNESCO.