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Both Belogradčik and Rtnja surroundings are ideal destinations for organizing weekend excursions for children. During the two days spent in Belogradchik, the children will have the opportunity to visit the Belogradchik rocks with the Roman fort on top, the Museum of Natural History and History, where they will learn interesting things about the surrounding nature and animals. This is followed by an unforgettable visit to the Magura Cave, an attraction from like a fairy tale where the corridors hide drawings of prehistoric people. On the other side of the border, at the foot of the mystical mountain Rtanj, they are waiting for a walk to the Megalith rock, a tour of the Timočki spring and an organized treasure hunt game in a natural setting. In the vicinity of Boljevac, children will also visit Bogovinska cave and Krepičevac monastery from the 15th century, as well as the village of Ilino and a local traditional estate with a unique gastronomic offer. Two days spent in nature, in the fresh air, in the presence of unforgettable landscapes, will surely remain in the best memories of the youngest visitors. Adventure in Belgoradčik One weekend in Belogradčik is enough for children to discover all the charms of nature. From a visit to the magnificent rocks of Belogradchik with a Roman fortress on top, to a visit to the natural history museum, to the secrets and traces left by prehistoric people in the Magura cave, be sure that your child will return home full of impressions. 1. day • Arrival at the hotel • Pension lunch • Tour of the Fortress / visit to the history and natural history museum • Dinner at the hotel 2. day • Breakfast at the hotel • Magura cave tour • Lunch in a restaurant • Free time in Falkovec • Dinner at the hotel 3. day • The breakfast • Tour of the observatory • Tour of the Wishing Stone and group photography • Leisure • Lunch at the hotel and departure Fairy tale Rtanj In a diameter of thirty kilometers around Rtanj, Eastern Serbia hides still undiscovered natural attractions. A weekend in the village of Rtanj guarantees time spent in the fresh air, walks from the ancient Megalith stone, through the mysterious Bogovinska cave and the Timok Spring, where your child will enjoy the untouched nature, search for hidden treasures together with the company, taste the homemade juices and of course, remember the moments forever under one of the most beautiful mountains in Serbia. 1. day • Arrival at the guesthouse • Tour of Vrel Timok • Walk to the Megalith stone • The search for the Rtan treasure • Leisure • Dinner 2. day • Tour of Bogovinska cave • Tour of Krepičevac monastery • Tour of the village of Ilino • Free time at the ethno estate • Going home How to get to the destinations? Serbia Train: Belgrade – Paracin Bus: Paraćin – Boljevac Bulgaria Train: Sofia – Oresets (14 km from Belogradchik, after which local transport is recommended) Bus: Sofia – Belogradchik

If you are looking for a family weekend tour that will relax you, allow you to stay in nature and discover cultural sights that you have never heard of before, this is the tour for you. The four-day tour of the cross-border area begins with a trip to Boljevac, where a welcome lunch awaits you in the nearby traditional village of Ilino. This is followed by tours to the Timok spring, a walk through the illuminated halls of Bogovinska Pećina and a tour of the Krepičevac Monastery, attractions that fully evoke the life of Eastern Serbia. The second day is reserved for the always exciting climb to Rtanj, followed by lunch and time to rest. You will end the day with a traditional dinner, accompanied by an organized musical program. The third and fourth days are reserved for a visit to Belogradchik, a tour of the enchanting Belogradchik Rocks, as well as the Museum of Natural History and History, where you will learn more about the history of the city as well as interesting facts from the world of flora and fauna of this unique destination. The last day is reserved for a tour of the Magura cave and the Rabiška lake, natural phenomena that will ideally conclude this unforgettable trip. Rejuvenate yourself and experience the nature of Rtnje with all your senses. Enjoy the long walks, cultural events, and energetic places of this mystical destination that refines the spirit and body. 1. day • Arrival of guests at the Tourist Organization of Boljevac and distribution of promotional materials • Schedule of guests in accommodation capacities of private accommodation or hotels • Food offer in a restaurant in Illino • Offer to visit the route in the term Bogovinska Pećina, Vrelo Timoka (magnetic spring, Miroštica spring, Krepičevac monastery) • Dinner • Individual vacation • Overnight stay 2. day • Breakfast (lunch package) • Departure for Rtanj in the early morning, (obligatory to bring clothing, comfortable shoes, climbing poles, minimum 2L of water, chocolate bar, fruit, default breaks lasting 10-15 min) - ascent takes 7 hours • Organized lunch, Ilino Village (vegetarian menu offer) • Return and rest in accommodation units • Dinner with a musical program lasting 3 hours. 3. day • Breakfast and departure for Belogradchik (when organizing the trip, take into account the 2-hour drive between the two places, as well as the time zone change, plus one hour) • Arrival and accommodation at the hotel (short break) • Tour of Belogradchik Fortress • Lunch in a restaurant • Tour of the Museum of History and Natural History • Leisure • Dinner with music in the restaurant 4. day • Breakfast and departure for Magura cave • Magura cave tour • Wine tasting in Magura cave • Tour of Rabiški Lake • Lunch in a restaurant • Going home How to get to the destinations? Serbia Train: Belgrade – Paracin Bus: Paraćin – Boljevac Bulgaria Train: Sofia – Oresets (14 km from Belogradchik, after which local transport is recommended) Bus: Sofia – Belogradchik

This cross-border tourist package is dedicated to active tourists, people who love nature, good food and getting to know local traditions. The tour starts on the Serbian side of the border, where during two days you will have the opportunity to feel the magical Rtanj, one of the most famous Serbian mountains, climb to its top and enjoy a unique view of the surrounding countryside and villages. At the foot of the mountain, you will have the opportunity to visit several energy points that the locals claim have a beneficial effect on health, and then descend into the corridors of the Bogovinska Cave. You will also visit the native house of Ljubinka Savić-Grasi, one of the most important Serbian sculptors. The adventure then continues in the Bulgarian destination of Belogradchik, where you can enjoy a kayak tour of Rabi Lake, as well as a quad tour to one of the most impressive rocks in the region - the Belogradchik Rocks, on top of which there is a Roman fort from the first century, ideal for making unforgettable photos. You will also visit the Veneca and Magura caves, whose walls are decorated with drawings of human communities that inhabited these areas in prehistoric times. Experience one of the most energetic mountains in Serbia accompanied by experienced guides who will show you hidden natural beauties. Allow Rtnja to conquer you with its energy. 1. day • Accommodation in private accommodation/hotel • Welcome drink and traditional breakfast of eastern Serbia (Vlach pancakes, kačamak) • Organized transport and tour of the Bogovinska Cave. • Tour of the Vrelo energy field, Rosarium, parks, and trails in the Rtanj settlement. • Lunch at a local restaurant in the village of Ilin. • Tour of Ilinski vrelо, native house of Ljubinka Savić. • Return to accommodation • Tour of households and tasting of domestic products (liqueurs, brandy, cheese, honey, jam, tea...) • Dinner in a private accommodation/hotel • Overnight stay 2. day • Departure in the early morning for the ascent to the mountain Rtanj (7h) • Guests have a prepared lunch package. • The ascent takes about 7 hours, returning to the accommodation around 2 hours. • Organized lunch around 3 pm. • Free afternoon. • Optional household activities (swimming in the jacuzzi, badminton, volleyball, sunbathing...) • Dinner in a restaurant in Boljevac • Overnight stay 3. day • Breakfast and departure for Belogradchik (when organizing the trip, take into account the 2-hour drive between the two places, as well as the time zone change, plus one hour) • Arrival in Belogradchik, accommodation in apartments • Tour of the Belogradchik Fortress and quad biking • Lunch in a restaurant • Tour of the Venec cave • Leisure • Dinner in a restaurant 4. day • Breakfast and tour of the Magura cave with wine tasting • Kayak tour on Lake Rabiška • Lunch in a restaurant • Packing and going home How to get to the destinations? Serbia Train: Belgrade – Paracin Bus: Paraćin – Boljevac Bulgaria Train: Sofia – Oresets (14 km from Belogradchik, after which local transport is recommended) Bus: Sofia – Belogradchik