All seasons 8 days Bosnia discovery private tour from Sarajevo

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Sarajevo / Bosnian Pyramid⌄

   Sarajevo, nestled within the greater Sarajevo valley of Bosnia, is surrounded by the Dinaric Alps and situated along the Miljacka River in the heart of Southeastern Europe and the Balkans. It is the capital city, the administrative, political, economic, social, cultural, educational and sport center of Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is affected by both the continental European climate from the North, and the Mediterranean climate from the South. This historical city is rich in cultural and religious diversity.

   Explore the area of a a natural hills, called Bosnian pyramids, in central Bosnia and Herzegovina.

   This attraction is part of Bosnian Pyramids complex.

   Overnight: Accommodation in 3 Star Hotels/Pensions, in double/single rooms, with breakfast included.

2. 2Zenica / Vranduk / Cardaci⌄

   City Museum of Zenica has five permanent exhibitions: Archaeological, Historical, Ethnological, Numismatic and 20th Century Media.

   The Vranduk fortress was built in late 14th century, and it is located approximately 14 kilometers from the town of Zenica. It was built on a rock above the river Bosnia, and represents one of many medieval towns with rich history. In the Middle Ages Vranduk was one of the several royal cities, and was a capital to many Bosnian kings at the time. For six centuries Vranduk fortress was known as the gate of Bosnia.

   Ethno Village Cardaci is located in a unique setting on the banks of the river. This is ecological and tourism complex with fantastic restaurant, great pub, aqua park, fish pond, few small lakes, and numerous springs and streams with all houses made in old village style.

   Overnight: Accommodation in 3 Star Hotels/Pensions, in double/single rooms, with breakfast included.

3. 3Travnik / Jajce⌄

   Travnik is a city and the administrative center of Central Bosnia Canton of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Historically, it was the capital city of Ottoman Viziers (governors) of Bosnia from 1699 to 1850, and has a cultural heritage dating from that period.

   Travnik have unique panorama with medieval fortress, numerous minarets and church towers.

   Jajce is one of the best preserved fortified capitals of the Bosnian Kingdom, the last stronghold before to kingdom dissolved under the pressure of military advancement at the onset of Ottoman Empire takeover.

   The Walled City of Jajce is a medieval fortified nucleus of Jajce in Bosnia and Herzegovina, with fortress high above town on top of pyramidal-shaped steep hill, enclosed with approximately 1300 meters long defensive walls.

   In the town we will see small catacombs with underground church.

   In Jajce we also will visit a local attraction, the Pliva waterfall.

   Overnight: Accommodation in 3 Star Hotels/Pensions, in double/single rooms, with breakfast included.

4. 4Scit / Mostar⌄

   Scit is small village located in central area of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The village location is notable because it's fully placed on the peninsula located in the middle of artificial lake. Scit is famous for Franciscan monastery built in the 15th century and very specific locality.

   Mostar, one of the most frequented attractions in Bosnia, thanks to its outstanding natural beauty, architecture, and, of course, its famous UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Stari Most (Old Bridge). Today, as we will arrive late, we will have only small walk, but real beauty of Mostar old town we will see tomorrow.

   Overnight: Accommodation in 3 Star Hotels/Pensions, in double/single rooms, with breakfast included.

5. 5Medjugorje / Kravica / Pocitelj / Mogorjelo⌄

   Medjugorje, with special vibe and a mild Mediterranean climate, is the largest tourist and pilgrimage site in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is a popular pilgrim's destination. There are a number of religious significance places that you should visit if you are there.

   Among the most fascinating natural features of this region are the sparkling waterfalls of Kravica, tucked away in the trees, on the Trebižat River, in the karstic heartland of Herzegovina in Bosnia and Herzegovina, about 40 km from Mostar. These beautiful falls are well worth the visit and just perfect for a day trip.

   Počitelj is a small Ottoman-Mediterranean settlement. The village is built along the Neretva river. The walled town of Počitelj evolved in the period from the 16th to the 18th centuries. Architecturally, the stone-constructed parts of the town are a fortified complex, in which two stages of evolution are evident: medieval and Ottoman.

   The territory of real Roman villa Rustica, established as agricultural estate in 4th century AD

   Overnight: Accommodation in 3 Star Hotels/Pensions, in double/single rooms, with breakfast included.

6. 6Blagaj / Radimlja / Stolac / Zavala⌄

   Blagaj has always been a place visited for its beauty, fascinating nature and history. Blagaj area is known for its diverse flora and many endemic species. Here are some national monuments that will be worth visiting besides the noteworthy Blagaj Tekke, a monastery built for the Dervish cults. The unique atmosphere at the source of the river Buna, the peace of the Dervish House and the fresh waters of Buna make it a truly special place.

   The Dervish House (tekija) is one of the most mystical places in Bosnia and Herzegovina. This house and its magnificent garden overlooking the source of Buna was constructed in the 16th century to be used by the dervish order.

   Radimlja is a main UNESCO World Heritage Site where is possible to see so called Stecci, a monumental medieval tombstones. Radimlja necropolis located near town Stolac, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and is one of the most valuable monuments of the medieval period in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

   Stolac's historic core is an example of a complex cultural-historical and natural environmental ensemble. Nine historical layers compose Stolac's architectural ensemble: prehistory, Illyrian-Roman period, the early Middle Ages, advanced and late Middle Ages, Ottoman period, Austro-Hungarian period, and the time of the first and second Yugoslavia. Stolac is one of Herzegovina's oldest towns, has an Ottoman center (Carsija), a Roman castle, and craggy mountains surrounding the historical town.

   An important and historical Serbian Orthodox monastery located in the village of Zavala, Zavala is one of the most prominent monasteries in East Herzegovina.

   Overnight: Accommodation in 3 Star Hotels/Pensions, in double/single rooms, with breakfast included.

7. 7Tvrdos / Trebinje⌄

   The famous Monastery Tvrdos, located about four kilometers from Trebinje, dates back to the Middle Ages and it is believed that it was founded by the Czar, Saint Constantine, and his mother Saint Helen. Today, the monastery is renowned for its wine production in hundred-year-old oak barrels and its wine cellars, one of which dates to the 15th century.

   Trebinje, one of the most beautiful cities in the country, is the economic and cultural center of the region of Eastern Herzegovina. Its Ottoman walled Old Town together with the Arslanagic Bridge (which is one of the most attractive Ottoman-era bridges in Bosnia and Herzegovina) are the most visited tourist attraction in Trebinje. Besides, there are a lot of sights and more nearby.

   Trebinje, one of the most beautiful cities in the country, is the economic and cultural center of the region of Eastern Herzegovina. Here we will have a dinner with tasting of real Herzegovina wine from family running winery.

   Overnight: Accommodation in 3 Star Hotels/Pensions, in double/single rooms, with breakfast included.

8. 8Sarajevo⌄

   On the way back to Sarajevo we will take a look on Dobricevo monastery, at half-way we will lunch in small rustic restaurant and will take a look on Sarajevo panorama from a fortress hill.