The Route of Wine and Crowns

Itinerary:

Day 1: The Royal Heritage of Oplenac

  • 09:30 AM – Departure from Belgrade.

  • 11:00 AM – Arrival at Oplenac and guided tour of the royal complex. Discover the estate where Prince Aleksandar Karađorđević planted the first vineyards and where King Petar I initiated the construction of the breathtaking Saint George Church and Royal Mausoleum.

  • After the tour, enjoy half an hour of free time to stroll through the serene nature surrounding the mausoleum.

  • Lunch & Wine Tasting: We continue to the "Stari Oplenac" winery for a traditional lunch paired with local wines.

  • Check-in: Accommodation at Hotel Oplenac, located right next to the winery.

  • Afternoon at Leisure: Relax and explore the town of Topola or unwind in the hotel's spa center.

  • Optional Evening Activity: Gala dinner at one of the region’s famed wineries or an authentic local farmstead (seosko domaćinstvo).

Day 2: Wine Culture & Gastronomic Excellence

  • Breakfast & Check-out: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel (check-out by 11:00 AM).

  • Wine Museum Visit: Head to the unique Wine Museum located in the historic Topolsko Dedinje area. Experience a fascinating journey through Serbian winemaking history, featuring authentic artworks crafted with wine (Vinorel technique), vintage bottle labels, rare wine and brandy bottles, and historical documents. An optional indigenous Serbian wine tasting can be arranged on site.

  • Gastronomic Experience at Aleksandrović Winery: Next, we visit the Aleksandrović Winery — Serbia’s leading winery with deep-rooted traditions. Take a guided tour of the cellars followed by an exquisite 4-course food and wine pairing experience (4 dishes paired with 4 signature wines from their Selection line, including 1 appetizer, 2 main courses, and dessert).

  • Late Afternoon: Departure for Belgrade, returning inspired and enriched with deep insights into Serbian wine culture.