Enjoy lush landscapes, rolling pastures, meadows, and hills, where wild horses dance in the golden light of sunset. Discover the beauty of mountain rivers and crystal-clear streams that suddenly transform into untamed waterfalls, some soaring over 60 meters high. Climb a peak, descend into a cave—simply for the thrill of it. The bold can rappel down a cliff, and the bravest can take on a wild river canyon. Encounter raw, pristine, and exceptional nature. Yes, meet Balkan—the mountain that gave its name to the Balkan Peninsula. Welcome to the Balkan Mountains, a unique National Park!
Tour plan:
Departure from the Čair Hall in Niš (by the ticket office) at 07:00 a.m. We travel along the main road through the stunning Sićevo Gorge to Pirot, then continue into the very heart of the Stara Planina (Balkan Mountains). Our hiking journey begins in the authentic mountain village of Senokos, from where we follow a gravel road through the valley of the Vodenica River. Along the way, we will visit three impressive waterfalls—Skok, Dvojni, and Ivkov Vir. After taking in the breathtaking views, we continue our ascent along a mountain trail leading to the ridge, where a patrol path takes us to Srebrna Glava (1,933 m), the highest peak in this part of Stara Planina and the easternmost point of Serbia. From the summit, we are rewarded with an incredible panoramic view. If the weather conditions allow, we will not only see the well-known peaks of Stara Planina in Serbia but also the imposing mountain peaks of Bulgaria, including the neighboring Kom. After a well-deserved break at the top, we follow a circular trail back to the village of Senokos, where we will take a short rest. The total hiking distance is approximately 25 km, with an elevation gain of 1,050 m, making this tour suitable for experienced hikers in good physical condition. We then begin our return journey to Niš. If time allows, we will stop in Pirot for refreshments and to enjoy some local specialties. Arrival in Niš is expected in the evening hours. End of the program.
Details:
- Transportation,
- Mountain guide service,
- Organizational costs,
- Trip leadership.
- Meals,
- Personal expenses.
Hiking boots, a few pairs of socks, T-shirts, a hooded waterproof jacket, a sweatshirt, backup clothes and shoes, sunglasses, a swimsuit, a towel, a cap, and suntan cream. It’s also recommended to bring candy bars, snacks, refreshing drinks, and a bottle of water. Pack everything into a small backpack.
A 50% advance payment of the total arrangement price is required at the time of booking. The remaining amount must be paid no later than 20 days before the start of the trip (with the option of installment payments). This program is based on a minimum of 8 registered participants. In case of changes in the monetary market (or the market of goods and services) or an insufficient number of registered participants, the tour organizer reserves the right to adjust prices, modify the program, or cancel the trip no later than 5 days before the scheduled departure.
According to the Serbian Law on Tourism (Article 79), for one-day excursions (trips shorter than 24 hours), protection is not provided in terms of travel guarantee.
The organizer of the trip is travel agency Nature Travel Office, licence number OTP 38/2025 issued by the Business Register Agency as of May 06, 2025. Nature Travel Office is insured by an insurance policy against responsibility for travel agencies in case of insolvency and liability in case of damage to the traveller, number 30000049351, by the insurer MILENIJUM OSIGURANJE ADO Belgrade. The policy is valid from April 01, 2025 to April 01, 2026. In this program, travel agency Nature Travel Office applies their general terms and conditions of traveling, which are included in signing up for the trip.
