This Iron Gate speedboat tour from Belgrade is a full-day trip along the Danube that combines a fortress, an 8,000-year-old settlement and a one-hour speedboat ride through the Iron Gate Gorge. It suits travelers who want to see eastern Serbia in one day without driving, and who like a mix of history and time on the water.
Past travelers mention that the long day goes by fast, with enough time at each stop. Many also point out the small group size and guides who explain the history in a clear, engaging way.
Check the available dates and plan your day on the Danube.
Belgrade
The tour starts at 07:30 - 08:00 a.m. from your accommodation in Belgrade.
Golubac Fortress
After 2 hours' drive you will reach Golubac Fortress built in 14th century and located at the entrance of the Iron Gate National Park where the Danube is the widest and nature is the greenest. *Green zone ticket included
Lepenski Vir archaeological site
Continue with a short drive to Lepenski Vir, archeological site located nearby.This amazing site is one of the oldest urban settlements in Europe, populated 8000 years ago.
Djerdap National Park
45 minutes drive to Tekija, from where speedboat adventure will start. While cruising along the most beautiful part of the Danube River, you will see the remains dating back to Romans, such as Trajan's Plaque (Tabula Traiana). Besides this during your speedboat tour you will see: Mrakonija Monastery, Balloon Stations, Stone Statue of Decebalus Rex - which represents the tallest rock sculpture in Europe.
Vidikovac i parking
When your boat adventure is finished, on our way to Belgrade, we will make two short stops at viewpoints located along the scenic road to take some memorable pictures of the Gorge from the up.
Belgrade
Return to Belgrade in early evening hours. Drop off to your accommodation.*Please bring your own lunch, as there won't be a lunch break in the local restaurant.
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Great experience visiting some unique Serbian sights. Jelena was great and provided meaningful insights and really made the visits enjoyable!
The best tour EVER!!! Nina is the most amazing guide and true ‘soul’ of Serbia! You will learn a lot about the most amazing part of Serbia and history, and at the end have fun on a speed boat! Nina, THANK YOU SO MUCH for sharing the Balkan boys song! It became my favorite!!!
Mina is a fantastic guide. It was a long day from 7:45am to 6:45pm but we felt like it sped by with zero downtime! It exceeded our expectations! We saw so many sites, stopped for pictures, sufficient time at each stop. Must do if visiting Belgrade and not on a river cruise.
The tour takes 10 to 11 hours. Pickup is between 7:30 and 8:00 a.m., and you return to your accommodation in Belgrade in the early evening.
No. There is no lunch stop at a restaurant, so bring your own lunch and snacks. Bottled water is included.
The boat ride depends on wind conditions. If it can’t run, it is replaced with a stop at Kovilovo Viewpoint. If the whole tour is canceled due to poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
The tour has a maximum of 7 travelers and needs at least 5 to run. If the minimum isn’t met, you can pick another date or tour, get a full refund, or pay extra for a private tour.
You can cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. If you cancel later, the amount you paid is not refunded, and changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted.
No, this tour is not wheelchair accessible. Infant seats are available.
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