In the morning, your #destinationserbia tour guide will pick you up from your accommodation in Belgrade. We will depart from the capital and head southwest, passing through central and western Serbia. Along the way, we'll drive by the city of Užice and catch a glimpse of the Užice Fortress, dramatically perched above the Đetinja river — a scenic reminder of Serbia’s medieval past.

After approximately 3.5 hours of driving, including one break along the way, we will arrive at our first destination – the famous Šargan Eight railroad. This historic railway once formed part of the route connecting Belgrade to Dubrovnik on the Adriatic coast via Sarajevo. Passengers traversed the rugged Balkan landscapes aboard these vintage carriages, immersing themselves in the natural splendor of the region. While the railway was eventually overshadowed by modernization, a 15km stretch of the line has been meticulously restored and is now one of Serbia's premier tourist attractions. Here, we embark on a nostalgic journey aboard a century-old train, marveling at the pristine beauty of Šargan and Tara National Park. Prepare to be transported back in time as we traverse this engineering marvel, soaking in the unspoiled wilderness and rich history of the region.

Following our train ride, we will proceed to Wooden Town (Drvengrad) village. This complex represents a proper small town, with all the amenities one town needs, and it looks like it has stood in the same place for centuries – except it hasn't! The whole place was built in the last 20 years but still represents the traditional architecture of Western Serbia and is a meeting place for artists and guests from all over the world, especially during the Kustendorf film and music festival in January.