Belgrade to Novi Sad: Private Wine Tour with Local Tastings

Summary

Private day trip from Belgrade with wine tasting and history

You’ll travel from Belgrade with a local guide who brings Serbian history to life as you visit Sremski Karlovci for intimate wine tastings, explore Petrovaradin Fortress overlooking the Danube, and stroll through Novi Sad’s relaxed streets. Expect warm welcomes, real stories, and flavors you might not forget soon.

What’s the experience like?

"Try this one—it's made by my cousin," our host grinned, pouring a splash of something golden into my glass. I was still blinking at the painted ceiling of the little wine cellar in Sremski Karlovci, trying to remember how to say “thank you” in Serbian (I think I mumbled it wrong). The air smelled like old wood and grapes; outside, you could hear church bells echoing down the street. Our guide, Jelena, told us how this town once decided the fate of empires—hard to imagine now with all the sleepy cats sunning themselves on the steps.

The drive from Belgrade wasn’t long—maybe an hour?—but it felt like we’d crossed into another world. We stopped at Petrovaradin Fortress before heading to Novi Sad. Jelena pointed out graffiti from past festivals and explained why locals call it “the Gibraltar on the Danube.” There was a breeze up there that made my hair stick straight up (my partner took a photo I hope never sees daylight). From the ramparts, Novi Sad looked soft and pastel in the afternoon light. I didn’t expect to feel so calm just looking at rooftops.

In Novi Sad itself, we wandered through streets lined with faded Austro-Hungarian facades. Jelena gave us some free time—she recommended a bakery where I tried something flaky and sweet (no idea what it was called). People here nod hello even if they don’t know you. It’s small things like that that stick with me more than any landmark. On the way back, our driver handed out bottled water and asked if we wanted music or quiet—I picked quiet and watched fields roll by until I nearly dozed off. So yeah, if you’re thinking about a day trip from Belgrade with wine tasting and a local guide who actually cares if you’re having a good time… well, I still think about that view over the river sometimes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Novi Sad and Surroundings

• Visit Novi Sad architecture

Top questions

How long does the private wine tour from Belgrade take?

This is a full-day tour including travel time between Belgrade, Sremski Karlovci, Petrovaradin Fortress, and Novi Sad.

Is hotel pickup included for this day trip?

Yes, pickup at your address in Belgrade is included in your day.

Will there be a local guide during the tour?

Yes, a professional local guide leads the tour and shares insights along the way.

Are wine tastings part of this Novi Sad tour?

Yes, you'll enjoy wine tasting at a small domestic winery in Sremski Karlovci.

Is transportation private or shared?

The transportation is private for your group throughout the day trip.

Is bottled water provided during the tour?

Bottled water is included for guests on this tour.

Can infants join this day trip from Belgrade?

Specialized infant seats are available; suitable for all fitness levels.

What’s included

Your day includes private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi onboard, hotel pickup at your address in Belgrade, bottled water throughout the journey, guided visits to Sremski Karlovci for wine tasting at a family-run winery, stops at Petrovaradin Fortress and free time to explore Novi Sad before returning home in comfort.