Travel The Unknown offers 41 trips/accommodations
Cartagena & The Caribbean
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Cartagena & The Caribbean
Bogota Airport, Colombia
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7 Days • from £1,195* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Cartagena, a fairy-tale city of legends is the poster-boy of Colombian tourism. And it’s easy to see why. This UNESCO heritage site boasts stunning colonial architecture, leafy balconies, cobbled alleys, giant churches and open-air cafes in mellow plazas. This is a city to wander endlessly and randomly. There’s something around every corner. Take a dip in a mud volcano - and discover its magical healing powers before taking a canoe out through a mangrove forest! Finally head to Santa Marta… more |
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Mexico City & Teotihuacan
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Mexico City & Teotihuacan
Mexico City International Airport, Mexico City, Mexico
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5 Days • from £625* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Once known as the City of Palaces and straddled by the twin volcanoes of Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl, Mexico City is one of the world`s greatest cities. Visit it`s historic centre and discover its ancient heritage before visiting two of the world`s most impressive archaeological sites - firstly Teotihuacan with its pyramids, the Avenue of the Dead and a hotly disputed ancestry. Secondly take in El Topozteco, a monument to the Aztec God of pulque, an ancient alcoholic drink made from… more |
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Keralan Tea & Spice Trail
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Keralan Tea & Spice Trail
Airport near Cochin, Kerala
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6 Days • from £745* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Head for the rolling hills of Kerala on this exciting tour of its tea and spice plantations. See how exotic spices like pepper, cardamom, nutmeg, cinnamon and ginger are grown, and how rubber is tapped from trees. Experience Kerala`s wilder side by taking a bamboo raft on Lake Periyar and experiencing a walking safari - looking out for elephants, bison, deer, monkeys and sloth bears. Head north to Munnar and take a walk through India`s most picturesque tea gardens. Your… more |
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Beyond The Backwaters
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Beyond The Backwaters
Mangalore Airport, Mangalore, Karnataka
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11 Days • from £1,545* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Make your way through the unseen reaches of northern Kerala to the enchanting backwaters of the south. Kick back on the sun-kissed beaches of Bekal, experience the rich art form of Theyyam dancing in Tellicherry and explore the tropical mountain forests of the Wayanad, whilst staying at the largest Earth resort in Asia. Head on to the blissful backwaters of Alleppey, where you will take a houseboat ride on Lake Vembanad, enjoy a relaxing Ayurvedic massage and do lobster fishing… more |
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Eastern Turkey Snapshot
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Eastern Turkey Snapshot
Gaziantep, turkey
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8 Days • from $1,395* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Come discover Turkey`s Magical East, a region of incredible natural beauty and some of the friendliest, most hospitable people anywhere in the world. With excellent cuisine, a fascinating and ancient history, world class monuments and breathtaking scenery, little visited Eastern Turkey is the stuff of dreams. This tour is a condensed version of our Eastern Turkey Explorer tour. more |
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Cycle The Coast Of Lycia
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Cycle The Coast Of Lycia
Istanbul Airport, Turkey
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8 Days • from £1,195* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Discover one of Turkey`s beautiful coastal regions by mountain bike. This is an ideal way to get a true feel for the nature, character and beauty of this special region and its people. Take a boat ride in Kekova Bay, visit Roman, Ottoman and Lycian ruins, relax by your hotel pool in the evenings or go for a dip in the sea. Experience the friendly welcome of the Lycian people and experience their delicious local cuisine as well as standard… more |
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Treasures Of Oaxaca
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Treasures Of Oaxaca
Airport near Oaxaca, Mexico
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10 Days • from £1,375* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Discover the final refuge of indigenous Mexico, a place where pre-Hispanic traditions, customs and languages still survive; where ancient treasures abound and a warm welcome greets every visitor; welcome to Oaxaca (pronounced `Waw-haka`).Take time to discover the ancient history and phenomenal architecture of Monte Alban and Mitla, discover the stunning natural landscapes of Hierve El Agua and Santiago Apoala and wander the colourful craft markets throughout the state before taking a walk in a cloud forest. Finally learn some traditional… more |
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Southern Colombia Explorer
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Southern Colombia Explorer
Bogota Airport, Colombia
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14 Days • from £2,495* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Southern Colombia is a region of great diversity in landscape, people and culture. Few outsiders have discovered this beautiful area. Discover the verdant coffee region, colonial cities, mysterious pre-Columbian statues, unique wildlife and perhaps the world`s most unusual desert. more |
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Camels, Forts & Deserts
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Camels, Forts & Deserts
Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, Delhi
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10 Days • from £1,785* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) This tour takes you into the heart of Rajasthan. Discover the warmth of welcome that awaits you in one of India`s friendliest places. Sleep in an ancient fort on the edge of the desert. Visit Rajput palaces and beautiful havelis. Take a camel ride, and soak up the rich heritage and atmosphere of the desert camp in Rohetgarh. Finally take a boat ride on Lake Pichola in Udaipur, Rajasthan`s most picturesque city. more |
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Land Of The Bedouins
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Land Of The Bedouins
Airport near Amman, Jordan
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11 Days • from £1,295* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Situated on the Red Sea, Jordan is a country loaded with everything a traveller could wish for. This tour takes in the main highlights of Jordan. Petra with its jaw-dropping rock carvings and landscapes often steals the show, but Jordan offers much more and is crammed with ancient and geographical treasures - from the Roman amphitheatres and temples of Jerash, and the mosaics of Madaba to the unreal sand dunes of Wadi Rum. Float effortlessly on the Dead Sea looking… more |
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Crusaders & Caves
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Crusaders & Caves
Beirut Airport, Lebanon
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6 Days • from £895* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) A turbulent recent history means this beautiful and welcoming country sees few visitors. However since peace returned, a trip to Lebanon has become a deeply rewarding experience. Its ancient history, friendly and forward-looking people and wealth of natural beauty, ensures that this small country packs a lot of punch. more |
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Devil's Town & The Danube
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Devil's Town & The Danube
Belgrade AIrport, Belgrade, Central Serbia
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7 Days • from £1,095* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) From the cosmopolitan capital to the ancient but living churches and monasteries, discover a land of warm welcomes and abundant nature. Take a boat on the Danube, overnight in a monastery and in a home to discover the best of Serbian hospitality before exploring the eerie Devil`s Town and the ghoulish Skull Tower. more |
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Syria Snapshot
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Syria Snapshot
Damascus International Airport, near Damascus, Syria
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9 Days • from £1,395* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) A condensed version of our Syrian Odyssey tour, this trip starts in the historical city of Damascus and winds its way through Syria`s mind-boggling collection of ancient ruins and desert landscapes. Many of the great civilisations have impacted this country - from the Greeks, Romans and Phoenicians to the Arab Caliphates and Crusaders. It is no wonder that Syria is considered the real jewel of the Middle East by those who make it this far. more |
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Eastern Turkey Explorer
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Eastern Turkey Explorer
Airport near Istanbul, Turkey
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12 Days • from £2,295* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Turkey`s Magical East is a region of incredible natural beauty and some of the friendliest, most hospitable people anywhere in the world. With excellent cuisine, a fascinating and ancient history including the world`s first temple, world class monuments and breathtaking scenery, little visited Eastern Turkey (also known as `the Garden of Eden`) is the stuff of dreams. more |
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Himalayas & Mountain Camels
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Himalayas & Mountain Camels
Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, Delhi
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9 Days • from £1,195* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Set between the world`s two mightiest mountain ranges - the Himalayas and the Karakoram - Ladakh will almost literally take your breath away. After a day in Delhi fly into picturesque Leh valley at an altitude of 3500m. Over the next few days visit some of Ladakh`s spectacular Buddhist monasteries. Take the high road to Nubra valley via Khardung La Pass, the world`s highest motorable road at almost 5300m. Experience a thrilling ride in the silver sand dunes on rare… more |
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Amazon Adventure
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Amazon Adventure
Bogota Airport, Colombia
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7 Days • from £975* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Venture into the heart of the Amazon, away from the regular tourist route. Trek through an uninhabited region of Amazonian jungle, take a boat to discover remote Amazonian tribes. Look out for monkeys, alligators, turtles, jaguars, eagles, parrots, anacondas and pink Amazonian dolphins. Shower in waterfalls and sleep out in hammocks. This is one off the beaten track tour that will certainly take your breath away. more |
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Monks, Tribes & Rhinos
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Monks, Tribes & Rhinos
International Airport Authority of India, Delhi
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21 Days • from £2,395* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) This exciting tour showcases the very best of unseen North East India. Encounter the ancient Apatani tribes of Arunachal Pradesh, chill out in bamboo huts on Majuli Island, the world’s largest river island. Learn how tea is grown in Assam’s famous tea estates, spot unicorn rhino on elephant-back and other stunning wildlife in Kaziranga National Park. Rise above the Himalayan clouds to stunning Tawang, home to the world’s second largest Buddhist monastery, perched on the mountain edge overlooking Bhutan. 1 testimonial & more |
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The Golden Triangle
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The Golden Triangle
International Airport Authority of India, Delhi
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5 Days • from £495* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) One of the most popular short trips in India and no wonder. Take the short train ride from Delhi to Agra, home to the Taj Mahal. This Wonder of the World is a testament to true love and is sure to take your breath away. This tour also visits Agra Fort and Akbar Mausoleum in Agra before heading to the incredible Fatehpur Sikri. From there the tour heads to the Pink City of Jaipur, famous for its grand forts and… more |
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Taj, Tigers & Ganges
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Taj, Tigers & Ganges
International Airport Authority of India, Delhi
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14 Days • from £1,995* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) This tour delivers a real immersion into India. Take a walk through the old streets of Delhi, rich in history, and admire the intricacy of Jaipur’s forts and palaces. Get a taste of the Indian jungle while tracking tigers in Ranthambore. Visit the majestic Taj Mahal as it’s brought to life at sunrise. Ride camels along a ravine to an abandoned fort and visit quaint temples on the river bank in Chambal. Take a boat ride at dawn on India’s… more |
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Tribes of North East India
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Tribes of North East India
International Airport Authority of India, Delhi
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14 Days • from £1,995* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Head into India’s remote North East, and stumble upon a way of life and a diversity of tribal culture few have witnessed. Starting in the former Ahom capital, Sibsagar, you will cross into Nagaland and come face-to-face with the proud Konyak tribe of Mon. Visit the unique Vaishnavite satras of Majuli, one of the world’s largest river islands situated in the mighty Brahmaputra. Take the ferry and cross the border into the mountains of Arunachal Pradesh where you will meet… more |
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Wildlife Of North East India
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Wildlife Of North East India
Guwahati Airport, Bojhar, Guwahati, Assam
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11 Days • from £1,575* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Remote North East India is home to some of the most endangered wildlife in the world. Arriving into Assam, relax at Nameri Eco-camp, go on a walking safari in Nameri National Park and raft down the river. Move on to Kaziranga National Park and jump on to elephants looking out for unicorn rhinos and tigers. Kaziranga has the densest population of tigers anywhere in the world. Fly across to neighbouring Kolkata and discover its backstreets on a fascinating walking tour.… more |
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Living Root Bridges
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Living Root Bridges
Shillong Airport, Shillong, Meghalaya
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6 Days • from £695* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Discover the magic of Meghalaya, the `Scotland of the East` - chill out in Shillong, watch the colourful archers, drive through waterfall country to Cherrapunjee, the wettest place on the planet. Trek to the incredible Living Root Bridges, and marvel at the ingenuity of the War Khasis in creating these living feats of architecture. Venture on to the Sacred Forest of Mawphlang and admire its lush flora and fauna. more |
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Markha Valley Trek
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Markha Valley Trek
International Airport Authority of India, Delhi
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12 Days • from £1,545* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Discover Tibetan culture in the remote reaches of India`s Himalayas. Wander around Ladakh`s markets and the impressive Buddhist monasteries. After acclimatising, set forth on your 9-day trek through Markha Valley, climbing to over 5000m, taking in dramatic mountain scenery.On this trip you will encounter smiling villagers, fluttering Tibetan prayer flags, snow-capped mountains and meandering glacial streams. Enjoy the hospitality of a traditional homestay and let our experienced guides and sturdy mountain horses show you a side of the Himalayas very… more |
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Cartagena & The Carnival
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Cartagena & The Carnival
Bogota Airport, Colombia
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7 Days • from £1,295* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Discover the hip city of Bogota and its world-famous Gold Museum, then head on to Colombia`s crown jewel, Cartagena. Witness spectacular colonial architecture, cobbled alleys and mellow plazas.The highlight of this tour is Colombia`s biggest and brightest carnival - Carnaval de Barranquilla. This carnival celebrates everything great about this country. Take part in the festivities, the elaborate processions, swing your hips to Colombian rhythms, and get blown away by the vibrancy of this dazzling extravaganza!Spend the next day relaxing in… more |
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Colombia Adrenalin Rush
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Colombia Adrenalin Rush
Bogota Airport, Colombia
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8 Days • from £1,245* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Get your adrenalin rush in Colombia’s adventure sports capital - Santander. Whether you fancy taking on the rapids, rappelling down waterfalls, riding on mules through rugged country or want to get a bird’s eye view whilst paragliding, Santander has it all. Later meander the cobbled streets of Colombia`s colonial gem, Barichara, a town set back in time. Absorb the colonial charm and rustic beauty of this gorgeous place. more |
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Lost City Trek
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Lost City Trek
Bogota Airport, Colombia
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7 Days • from £945* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) The famous Lost City trek is the highlight of many people’s Colombian adventure. Six days of trekking through jungle, wading through rivers and finally climbing the thousand steps to the magical Lost City or “Ciudad Perdida” makes for an incredible experience. Learn about the history of the Tayrona people who in the 11th to 14th century built this city - which vanished off all maps for hundreds of years before being discovered by treasure hunters in 1975. This is an… more |
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Hiking The Holy Valleys
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Hiking The Holy Valleys
Beirut Airport, Lebanon
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6 Days • from £795* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Hike through the verdant and historic Qadisha valley discovering the stunning nature and fascinating history of this little visited region. Overnight in an 18th Century Maronite monastery, experience a true Lebanese welcome by staying with a local family. Visit a hermit, hike through a stunning Cedar forest, experience the dramatic Baatara sinkhole and explore the unique Jeita`s Grotto. And don`t forget the delicious food! more |
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Zapotecan Village Trek
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Zapotecan Village Trek
Airport near Oaxaca, Mexico
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8 Days • from £995* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Venture into a hidden corner of Mexico that the indigenous Zapotecs call home - the Sierra Norte mountains of Oaxaca. This stunning region is home to around 4,000 plant species and is thought to be one of the oldest eco-systems in the world at around 20 million years old. These beautiful mountains, pine forests, rivers and valleys lend themselves to legends and the Zapotecs have many which they are only too happy to share with the adventurous souls who visit… more |
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Serbia's Remoter Trails
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Serbia's Remoter Trails
Belgrade AIrport, Belgrade, Central Serbia
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8 Days • from £995* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Experience the warm welcome and the slow pace of rural life in Southeastern Serbia by hiking and cycling through its stunning valleys and gorges. Discover the ghoulish skull tower of Nis, visit a 200 year old water mill and stop off to rejuvenate your muscles in a Turkish bath. Overnight in small lodges and discover true hospitality in a traditional rural homestay. more |
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Serbia's Secret North
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Serbia's Secret North
Belgrade AIrport, Belgrade, Central Serbia
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4 Days • from $575* per person
Provider: Travel The Unknown (3 testimonials) Vastly different from the Southern regions of Serbia, the semi-autonomous province of Vojvodina is more influenced by the Austro-Hungarian Empire than the Ottomans who ruled the more Southerly parts. This is obviously clear in the architecture as well as the attitudes of the people which are more Western-looking. The beautiful towns of Novi Sad and Subotica look and feel more like Central European towns that might be more at home in Hungary. more |
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