Coffeecamp Kovilj

Vojvodina's capital Novi Sad (20 minutes' drive) has all sorts of rich pickings for sightseers. The impressive Petrovaradin Fortress on the banks of the Danube is home to hundreds of years of military history, while down in the town centre you can admire the architecture at Liberty Square or wander through art galleries before heading to a traditional čardas-style restaurant for fish dishes, drinks and local music. Kovilj's Orthodox monastery (10 minutes) is another spot that you'll surely want to see. On top of the architecture that dates back to the 13th century, the monks produce lots of tasty traditional products like honey and rakija, a local alcoholic drink that comes in flavours including apricot and walnut. Surrounding the monastery, there's also the swampy Kovilj nature reserve (10 minutes), which is perhaps best toured on a safari-style boat trip (speak to site staff for details). Finally, you might like to consider a day trip to Belgrade (45 minutes), Serbia's thriving capital. Must-see sights here include Kalemegdan Fortress, the spectacular Temple of Saint Sava and Knez Mihailova Street, the city's main pedestrian area where some of the best cafés, bars, restaurants and shops can be found.