ONE-DAY TRIP – RUDE NICK

(Blagoveštenje Monastery, Cvijić Peak, Srednji and Mali Šturac)

The plan is to discover the beauty of the Rudnik area, hoping for a wonderful day of hiking. We will rise from a mine that is more than several thousand years old to the very roof of Šumadija. Let us recall what Karađorđe did that was so terrible when he came here seeking forgiveness, peace, and comfort. Let us become miners without helmets and dig into this Pandora’s box, full of precious little stones.

DATE: 15 November 2026

‼️ REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 10 November 2026 ‼️

ITINERARY

NOVI SAD – BELGRADE – BLAGOVEŠTENJE MONASTERY – PALJEVINE – CVIJIĆ PEAK – SREDNJI ŠTURAC – MALI ŠTURAC – PRLJUŠA

ROUTE LENGTH: 14 km
ELEVATION GAIN: 650 m
DIFFICULTY: MODERATE

Departure on 15 November 2026 from Novi Sad (ATP Vojvodina, around 6:00 AM), followed by a stop in Belgrade (near Sava Center, around 7:15 AM). We then continue towards Rudnik, with breaks along the way as needed for the group to rest.

We arrive at BLAGOVEŠTENJE MONASTERY, which will be the starting point of our hike. The monastery is beautifully hidden on the northern slopes of Mount Rudnik. Its roots date back to the 14th century, and it is best known for the fact that Karađorđe, after returning to Serbia, came here to ask the Church for forgiveness for killing his own father. We will also take some time to learn about lesser-known facts related to the Serbian leader.

After visiting this beautiful monastery, we begin our hike along a lovely forest trail with a steady ascent.

Along the way, we reach the PALJEVINE peak, where we will see a monument commemorating the formation of the First Šumadija National Liberation Brigade.

Soon after, we will reach the roof of Šumadija! CVIJIĆ PEAK, the highest point of Mount Rudnik and the entire region, was named after one of the most famous geographers from this part of Europe. Today, the summit is home to as many as four communication towers.

The trail then gradually descends before taking us uphill once again towards SREDNJI ŠTURAC, where another communication tower stands and where we can enjoy beautiful views over the Šumadija countryside.

For the remainder of the route, we continue mostly downhill, passing by MALI ŠTURAC, which once again rewards us with magnificent views. In its immediate vicinity lies the archaeological site of PRLJUŠA, which served as a copper mine several thousand years ago.

After visiting the archaeological site, we continue our descent towards the village of Rudnik, where our bus will be waiting for us.

Once the hike is over, we will have a break for lunch before beginning our relaxed journey back to Belgrade and Novi Sad.

PRICE

RSD 4,300 – departure from Novi Sad

RSD 3,300 – departure from Belgrade

Children up to 14 years old receive a 10% discount.

THE PRICE INCLUDES:

Tourist coach transportation (high-floor coach; no toilet available on board)
Licensed hiking/mountain guide

THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

Travel health insurance with coverage of up to EUR 30,000. Travel health insurance is recommended when travelling abroad for your safety.
Personal expenses and services not specifically mentioned above

PAYMENT

Payment is made by bank transfer, with 100% of the amount due upon reservation.

WHAT DO WE USUALLY BRING ON A HIKING TRIP?!

A smile, good spirits, and good health.
Plenty of water — a minimum of 2 litres per hike — as well as snacks from your backpack for several meals and refreshments for the climbs and walks ahead.
Comfortable, sturdy and appropriate footwear for walking in nature, as well as comfortable clothing.
If you already have your favourite hiking stick, bring it with you. If not, nature may be hiding your new favourite one!
A cap/hat/beanie, sunglasses, sunscreen — whatever you consider necessary to protect yourself in case of strong sunlight.
A raincoat, spare/change of clothes, and a warm, dry change of clothing kept easily accessible after each hike.

IMPORTANT NOTES!!!

The number of participants will be limited, and participation in the trip is EXCLUSIVELY available to members of the HTS Mountaineering Club (Registration No. 28748817) or members of any mountaineering club affiliated with the Mountaineering Association of Serbia (PSS). Please contact us for details regarding membership and purchasing the 2026 membership stamp.
The organizers reserve the right to modify the itinerary due to unforeseen circumstances, inability to access certain sections of the route, or even to cancel the trip.
This trip is not covered by the statutory travel guarantee protection, pursuant to Article 86, Paragraph 3 of the Serbian Tourism Law.
When registering, please send us the number of participants, their names, telephone numbers, and departure location, together with proof of membership in our organization. After registration and payment, due to the proximity of the event, it will not be possible to cancel the transportation and, consequently, obtain a refund. However, it will of course be possible to potentially replace the registered participant with another person.
This tour is NOT RECOMMENDED for people with heart conditions or any other health problems that could be adversely affected by physical activity.
Please be PRECISE AND PUNCTUAL regarding the departure time. On the other hand, please do not expect the hiking schedule to be followed down to the minute.
We kindly ask all participants in our hikes to bring ONLY POSITIVE VIBES, A CHEERFUL SPIRIT AND GOOD MOOD with them. See you!
This trip is NOT RECOMMENDED for people with heart conditions or any other health problems that could be adversely affected by physical activity.
Please be PRECISE AND PUNCTUAL regarding the departure time. On the other hand, please do not expect the hiking schedule to be followed down to the minute.
We kindly ask all participants in our hikes to bring ONLY POSITIVE VIBES, A CHEERFUL SPIRIT AND GOOD MOOD with them. See you!

TRAVEL PROGRAM CONDITIONS

The program is prepared on the basis of a minimum of 50 passengers.

In the event that an insufficient number of passengers register, the deadline for cancellation of the trip is seven days before the start of the trip, pursuant to Article 108 of the Consumer Protection Law.

The agency reserves the right to operate the transportation with a price adjustment or in cooperation with another agency.

The agency reserves the right to adjust prices in the event of changes in the foreign exchange market.

The agency shall not be liable for any different oral information provided regarding the travel program.

The organizer reserves the right to change the order of individual activities included in the program.

THE GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF TRAVEL OF THE ORGANIZING TOURIST AGENCY APPLY TO THIS PROGRAM.

THE SPECIAL NOTES FORM AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE TRAVEL PROGRAM.

TRAVEL ORGANIZER: Tourist Agency Lazar Milošević PR HTS,
Bank account: 265110031009372092

SPECIAL NOTES

The agency recommends that travellers purchase individual travel cancellation insurance. Otherwise, any cancellation made by the traveller will be handled exclusively in accordance with the General Terms and Conditions of Travel – Section 10, “Traveller’s Cancellation of the Trip.”
Seating arrangements on the bus are determined according to the date of payment, i.e. the date on which the Travel Contract is concluded. When arranging seating, priority is given to elderly passengers, pregnant women, families with children (up to 12 years old), passengers with documented health conditions, etc. The first row of seats is reserved for official/service purposes and will not be assigned to passengers unless necessary. Passengers are required to accept the seat assigned to them by the agency.
When signing the contract, the traveller is required to provide the travel organizer with all requested information, including the number of the travel document used to cross the border. If the required information was not provided when signing the contract, it must be submitted within 48 hours.
For passengers holding a red biometric passport of the Republic of Serbia, the passport must be valid for at least 3 months after the date of return for entry into the EU, and at least 6 months after the date of return for entry into the Republic of Türkiye.
Passengers are kindly requested to pay attention to the validity of their travel documents, especially children's documents.
The travel organizer is not authorized to assess the validity of travel or other documents. Passengers who are not Serbian citizens are responsible for familiarizing themselves with the visa requirements of the countries they are travelling to. Passengers are advised to obtain information regarding entry requirements for EU countries (required financial means for the stay, health insurance, proof of accommodation, etc.) from the website of the EU Delegation to Serbia, or from the embassy or consulate of the country they are travelling to or passing through. The agency shall not be liable if border authorities prevent a passenger from entering EU territory.
If passengers pay an additional fee for an extra seat on the bus, they are not entitled to a refund after the trip if there are still vacant seats on the bus.
48 hours before departure, the travel organizer will send a notification containing all departure details. If you do not receive the message, please contact the agency to obtain the correct information regarding departure.
Stops for breaks during the journey are scheduled approximately every 3.5 to 4 hours of driving, at designated roadside stops, depending on the availability of space at the stops and road conditions.
Passengers are asked to take care of their travel documents, money and personal belongings throughout the trip. Leaving valuables on the bus or in hotel rooms is not recommended, as neither the carrier nor the hotel is responsible for them. In the event of a break-in of the bus, passengers may claim compensation only for their insured belongings from authorized insurance companies. The travel organizer cannot be held responsible, and complaints regarding such unforeseen circumstances should not be addressed to the travel organizer.
Please note that this is a group trip, and all arrangements are organized accordingly. Passengers should understand that the music and films played in the vehicle will be neutral in content. The temperature in the vehicle cannot be adjusted individually for each seat; what feels warm to one person may feel cold to another, and vice versa. Therefore, group travel requires mutual understanding among passengers and a sense of collective responsibility.
Luggage space on the bus is limited. The permitted amount of luggage per passenger is one suitcase and one piece of hand luggage.
Passengers are advised that, due to the need to adhere to the schedule specified in the travel program, the bus cannot be held at a border crossing for the purpose of processing a tax-free refund. Please take this into consideration.
The travel organizer reserves the right to modify the travel program due to unforeseen objective circumstances (e.g. border congestion, traffic jams, closure of a location included in the itinerary, etc.).
The travel organizer and the organizer of excursions during the trip reserve the right to change the dates and conditions of optional excursions included in the program, as well as the order of sightseeing, due to objective circumstances. Please bear in mind that, due to national or religious holidays at a particular destination, some attractions, shopping centres, shops, restaurants, museums, etc. may be closed.
The duration of free time for individual activities during the travel program depends on objective circumstances (e.g. duration of sightseeing, departure times, arrival times and the subsequent schedule of the trip).
Passengers whose primary purpose is to visit museums and galleries are advised to check their opening hours online and plan their visits according to the free time available during the trip.
The hotel category stated in the program is the officially established category valid on the date the contract between the travel organizer and the foreign partner is concluded. Any subsequent changes unknown to the travel organizer cannot be considered relevant.
All times stated in the travel programs are given according to the local time of the country in which the traveller is staying.
The person signing the Travel Contract or representatives of the group of travellers are obliged to inform all travellers about the agreed travel program, payment and insurance conditions, as well as the General Terms and Conditions of Travel of the travel organizer.
Minors must carry a notarized parental/guardian consent when travelling.
International travel health insurance is mandatory for certain destinations. We recommend having such insurance for all your trips, as otherwise you assume responsibility for any consequences that may arise during checks by the authorities of the country you are entering, as well as in countries you are travelling through.
The agency shall not be responsible for information provided orally, by telephone or electronically. Only the written travel program displayed at the agency's premises is considered valid.
The organizer reserves the right to sell its travel arrangements through last-minute offers at prices different from those stated in the price list. Customers who have started paying for or have already paid for an arrangement at the prices published in this price list are not entitled to claim compensation for any subsequent difference in price.

THE GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF TRAVEL OF TOURIST AGENCY LAZAR MILOŠEVIĆ PR HTS, NOVI SAD, APPLY TO THIS PROGRAM. THE SPECIAL NOTES FORM AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE TRAVEL PROGRAM.

Price List No. 27, dated 27 April 2026.