Price and booking
Base tour
From €130 per person
Optional restaurant lunch: +€28 per person. Pickup: Inđija Railway Station included; Sava Centar in Belgrade or central Novi Sad +€10 per person. Choose one pickup location and the corresponding add-on when booking.
Book the tour on GetYourGuideStarting prices depend on party size and option. Check the final total before booking. The lunch add-on covers one selected meal.
What the visit looks like
After pickup, we travel to the monasteries. On the journey and during visits, Božidar connects their history with Orthodox tradition. The order and time at each stop can adapt to road conditions, services and monastery rules.
Tumane
Limes Sorabicus · CC0 Tumane, in wooded countryside near Golubac, connects the history of Braničevo with the tradition of hermit life. Local tradition tells of Miloš Obilić and St Zosimus, while a firmly documented reference appears in the Ottoman survey of 1572–1573. The present church was consecrated in 1924.
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The relics of St Zosimus and St Jakov of Tumane hold particular significance for pilgrims. The story of Zosimus' nearby hermitage introduces a different form of monastic life: withdrawal for prayer. Monastic traditions and accounts of believers belong to its spiritual history and should be understood in that context.
Allow sufficient time for prayer and a considered visit, particularly if you would like to learn about the hermitage. Our route combines Tumane with Nimnik, although the two monasteries have distinct characters. The visit follows the monasteries' rules and the conditions on the day.
Nimnik
Ванилица · CC BY-SA 4.0 Nimnik stands in woodland near the village of Kurjače in Braničevo. Tradition connects its foundation with Duke Bogosav and the time of Prince Lazar. Historical sources refer to it as a dependency of Ravanica. The church is dedicated to the Translation of the Relics of St Nicholas.
More about this monastery →Art, sacred heritage & visiting
Following destruction in 1813, the monastery was rebuilt during the 19th century. The Svetinja chapel is especially associated with a tradition about a girl who was killed. This belongs to local and religious memory; its details should not all be presented as historically proven events.
Our route pairs Nimnik with Tumane, allowing time for a quiet visit and an explanation of its traditions. Notice the stone church and woodland setting. The smaller complex offers a starting point for discussing monastic dependencies, rebuilding and the ways a local community preserves the memory of its sacred place.
What is included
- Local guide Božidar during the tour
- Transportation by private vehicle throughout the tour
- Visits to the monasteries listed in the programme
- Stories about history, Orthodox faith and monastic life
- Brunch sandwich and a shot of rakija
Lunch is not included in the base price; add a restaurant meal for €28 per person. Personal expenses are not included.
Meeting point and pickup
Choose one agreed meeting point: Inđija Railway Station, Sava Centar in Belgrade or central Novi Sad. We confirm the exact location and time before the tour. Inđija pickup is included; Belgrade or Novi Sad pickup costs an additional €10 per person.
Before booking
How do I book?
Open the relevant GetYourGuide option and check availability. For date, pickup or lunch arrangements, send Božidar a WhatsApp message with the tour name. Your booking is confirmed through your chosen booking method.
What should I wear and bring?
Wear clothing covering shoulders and knees, comfortable footwear and bring water. Respect the monastery's quiet and ask before taking photographs. For the two-day tour, discuss preparation for hiking and the overnight stay with your guide.
How much walking is involved?
We walk through monastery courtyards and to the churches. Approaches may include steps and uneven surfaces. Walking varies by programme; if you have limited mobility, contact Božidar before booking to check whether the route meets your needs.
Is the tour suitable for children and older guests?
If travelling with children or older guests, share their ages and needs when arranging the visit. Božidar can discuss pace, breaks and monastery access with you. Some tours involve longer drives or walks, so check suitability before booking.
How can I add lunch?
Restaurant lunch is available by prior arrangement for an additional €28 per person for one meal. Select the Restaurant lunch add-on on GetYourGuide for each guest who wants lunch and let your guide know about dietary requirements.
Where do we meet and what does pickup cost?
Pickup at Inđija Railway Station is included. Pickup near Sava Centar in Belgrade or in central Novi Sad is an additional €10 per person. Choose one pickup location and the corresponding add-on; the exact location and time are confirmed before the tour.