Day 1 Sarajevo Arrival
Arrival at the Sarajevo airport, meet and greet at the airport, departure with all possible assistance by A/C modern coach sightseeing of Sarajevo, the beautiful Ottoman style mosques and architecture, the old quarters still maintain an authentic Ottoman carsija with oriental sweet shops, cafes, and traditional Bosnian food. During this sightseeing, the group will be followed by our guide who would provide them with detailed explanations and the meaning of the famous religious, cultural, historical, and economic monuments in Sarajevo such as The Old City Hall, old handcrafts street, Gazi Husref bey’s mosque, Clock Tower, Gazi Husref bey’s mausoleums (turbe), Kursumlija madrasah, Faculty of Islamic Studies Emperor mosque, Eternal flame, Sacred Heart Cathedral, Latin Bridge, an old and new Jewish temple, and enjoying delicious lunch in a traditional restaurant in the Old town. After lunch, you will have some free time. Proceed to the hotel check-in. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight.
Day 2 Sarajevo – Kravice waterfalls – Mostar (180 km)
After breakfast, Check out from the hotel and departure to Konjic (around 1h). Presenting Neretva river, which makes Herzegovina a Mediterranean oasis offering all kinds of experiences: from mountainous terrain to the offerings of local villagers to religious tourism and excellent cuisine. In the Upper canyon, there are some of the most breathtaking views in all of Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is said that rafting down the Neretva river is one of the most wonderful things that a person can experience. In Konjic and the surrounding places, several rafting clubs offer an unforgettable but safe and comfortable passage through the 23 km-long Neretva canyon. Continue with the drive to Mostar (around 1,5 hours), the largest city in Herzegovina and one of the most popular tourist attractions in the country. Upon arrival, proceed to the tour of the city of Mostar visiting the oldest single-arch stone bridge in Mostar, the Cejvan Cehaj mosque, the Koski Pasa mosque, and the Biscevica alley. Lunch at a local restaurant on Neretva river. Proceed to the Stari Most (Old Bridge) – the famous bridge over the turquoise-green Neretva river. Get to know the city by visiting lively cafes and old mosques. Rest at a coffee place under the bridge to see famous jumpers, who maintain this tradition for decades by performing daring jumps from the 25m high bridge. Drive to the city of Pocitelj, a small town near Mostar and a famous art colony, which has been representing an inspiration and asylum for artists from all around Europe for decades. Pocitelj is a place that will arouse even the best-hidden emotions and fascinate with its tranquility and beauty for all time. Visit Hajji Alija mosque, Sisman- Ibrahim Pasha madrasah, a Hamam. Drive to the city of Blagaj, the famous historical and tourist place located in Herzegovina, at the source of the river Buna, 12 km away from Mostar.
Visiting the beautiful and very famous Dervish Tekke, the building that is widely known and renowned and it can be combined with several other tourist attractions in Blagaj. The Buna Spring is one of the largest and most beautiful in Europe and is of interest to all nature lovers, especially to ‘cavers’ who still have not fully explored the mysterious underground of this veritable water miracle in the heart of Herzegovina. Departure to Kravice to experience the beautiful waterfalls Kravice and enjoy. Transfer back to Mostar. Dinner and overnight.
Day 3 – Mostar – Dubrovnik – Budva (250km)
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and transfer to Dubrovnik (around 2 hours). City tour of this UNESCO-protected pearl of the Adriatic and its Cathedral, Rector’s Palace, Franciscan Monastery (included Old Pharmacy), Clock Tower, Orlando’s Columns, Sponze palace, Dubrovnik City. Lunch at a local restaurant. Optional boat and cable car ride in Dubrovnik. Free time for shopping. Continue with the drive to Budva (around 2 hours). Check-in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight in Budva.
Day 4 Budva – Kotor – Budva (50 km)
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and transfer to Kotor (around 40 minutes). Visit Kotor, a Medieval town on the Adriatic coast which is also surrounded by stone walls. Kotor is also one of the largest bays on the Adriatic which attracts many cruise ships. Lunch in the Kotor Old Town (Seafood), and proceed to Budva. Half-day City tour: Old town Budva, which is inside of the stone walls. Visit the old entrance, the square of the poet, and the square of the churches. Free time for shopping. Dinner and overnight in Budva.
Day 5 Budva – Trebinje – Stolac – Sarajevo (400 km)
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and transfer to Sarajevo (around 5 hours) via Trebinje (one of the most beautiful cities in Herzegovina). Short stop for sightseeing and refreshments. Proceed to the city of Stolac, which can be referred to as an open-air museum. Bregava flows through Stolac creating waterfalls, cascades, and islands. The Bregava river, with its bridges and flour and filling mills, forms the backbone of urban Stolac. The town is known for its unique Ottoman architecture. Visiting the most valuable buildings from that period – Begovina residential complex of the Rizvanbegovic family, Turkovic tower, Tekke, old Islamic school; Podgrad, Uznovic and Cuprija mosques (noon prayer in Cuprija mosque). Lunch in a local restaurant. Drive to UNESCO-protected Necropolis of Radimlja steaks – a special type of tombstone. They represent the most interesting phenomenon and indeed the greatest mystery of the medieval Bosnian state. In Radimlja cemetery, there are 133 tombstones, 63 of which are decorated – most with rich ornamentation on all four sides. Drive back to Sarajevo. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight.
Day 6 Sarajevo – Olympic mountains (80 km)
Breakfast at the hotel. Visiting Vrelo Bosne and tunnel museum. Transfer to Olympic mountain Bjelasnica (around 40 minutes), where you will enjoy in fresh air and beautiful landscape. Lunch in a local restaurant. In noon hours transfer to hotel. Dinner and overnight.
Day 7 Sarajevo departure
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out from the hotel. Free time for shopping. Lunch in a restaurant. Departure to Sarajevo airport. Final departure.
INCLUDED:
- Accommodation in a double/twin room BB, in a 4/5* hotel
- Lunch and dinner
- Transfers and tours with modern vehicle
- English-speaking guide/driver
- Entrance fee’s
EXCLUDED:
- Personal expenses
- TIPS
PLEASE NOTE: ALL CHANGES IN THE PROGRAM CAN BE MADE AS PER YOUR WISH.
