All seasons 15 days Bosnia discovery private tour from Sarajevo

Day 1: Sarajevo / Bosnian Pyramid

1. Sarajevo
   3h
   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.
2. Bosnian Pyramid of the Sun
   3h · Admission ticket not included
   Explore the area of a a natural hills, called Bosnian pyramids, in central Bosnia and Herzegovina.
3. Underground Labyrinth Ravne
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   This attraction is part of Bosnian Pyramids complex.

Day 2: Zenica / Vranduk / Cardaci

1. Zenica City Museum
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   City Museum of Zenica has five permanent exhibitions: Archaeological, Historical, Ethnological, Numismatic and 20th Century Media.
2. Vranduk Fortress - Muzej Grada Zenice
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   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.
3. Cardaci
   2h
   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.

Day 3: Maglaj / Doboj

1. Maglajska tvrdava
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Maglaj is a town in northern Bosnia and Herzegovina, originated in the 14th century, has an old town with mosques, traditional houses dating back from the Ottoman Empire, and a fortress that stands as a symbol of Maglaj.
2. Doboj
   3h
   Doboj It is one of the oldest cities in the country and the most important urban center in northern Republika Srpska. The area had been inhabited ever since the early Stone Age, and the Roman Empire had an army camp and a settlement in the vicinity of the town dating from the first century AD. Doboj Fortress, a magnificent object, was considered to be a royal property, now with Gothic structure, served as the focal point guarding the entry into Bosnia proper as it overlooks Doboj valley.

Day 4: Srebrenik / Gradacac

1. Srebrenik Fortress
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Srebrenik fortress is located near the town of Srebrenik, on the territory of Bosnia & Herzegovina. Currently, Srebrenik fortress is country's best-preserved medieval castle. Earliest records date back to 1333.
2. Kula Zmaja od Bosne Gradacac
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Gradačac castle was constructed with 2 main parts: a fort with 18 meters high walls, and a watchtower 22 meters high, all built in by Bosnian hero Husein-kapetan Gradaščević.

Day 5: Doboj / Tesanj

1. Doboj
   2h
   The archaeological department of Doboj city museum has a collection of 10,000 items covering the period from the old Stone Age through the early years of the Turkish occupation.
2. Tesanj Castle
   2m · Admission ticket not included
   Tešanj castle is located in the town Tešanj, on the territory of Bosnia & Herzegovina. Tešanj castle was built in the center of Tešanj, on a steep and rocky hill, along the river, and known as a medieval and Ottoman fortress. Currently, Tešanj Castle is one of the most significant and biggest castles in Bosnia, with an area of 6,296 square meters.

Day 6: Banja Luka

1. Banja Luka
   5h
   This beautiful and historical city surrounded by green hills, split into two by the Vrbas river. Banja Luka is the second largest city, after the capital Sarajevo, of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the capital of the Republika Srpska entity. It has a rich mixture of preserved architecture combined with a rich culture that give Banja Luka a unique charm. It's one of Bosnia's most modern and up-and-coming cities. Medieval fortress Kastel is located here in Banja Luka. The fortress is situated on the site of previous fortifications going all the way back to Roman and even pre-Roman times. The fortress is well-preserved, and is one of Banja Luka's main attractions.

Day 7: Etno Muzej Ljubacke Doline / Kljuc

1. Etno Muzej Ljubacke Doline
   3h · Admission ticket not included
   Created by an inspired man that made this place to give people an idea of rural life of Serbian people. This unique place has a picturesque view of authentic huts of peasants. Here you can spot craftsmen houses, rural school and lots of items from hundreds years ago up to Yugoslavia era. You can try real home made national food in their small tavern.
2. Old Town Kljuc
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   The Old Town Kljuc is the pearl of our medieval heritage and architecture and represents an invaluable cultural asset of great historical value. He played a significant role in the history and politics of the medieval Bosnian state, and his masters were powerful nobles from the river valley of the Sana. The first fortifications of the medieval town Kljuc dates back to the 13th century. The first written mention of Kljuc is from 1322.

Day 8: Jajce

1. Jajce
   3h
   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.
2. Catacomb of Jajce
   30m · Admission ticket not included
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3. Pliva Waterfall
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   In Jajce we also will visit a local attraction, the Pliva waterfall.

Day 9: Jajce

1. Fortress of Jajce
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   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.
2. Jajce
   3h
   The rest of this day we will spend in suburb of Jajce where located 2 attractions: river water mills and park with lake.

Day 10: Scit / Mostar

1. 1h
   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.
2. Mostar
   4h
   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.

Day 11: Blagaj / Pocitelj / Mogorjelo

1. Blagaj
   1h
   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.
2. Blagaj tekija
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   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.
3. Mogorjelo
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   The territory of real Roman villa Rustica, established as agricultural estate in 4th century AD
4. The historic urban site of Pocitelj
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   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.

Day 12: Medjugorje / Kravica

1. Medjugorje
   2h
   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.
2. Kravice Falls
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   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.

Day 13: Radimlja / Stolac / Vjetrenica / Zavala

1. Radimlja
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   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.
2. Stolac
   2h
   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.
3. Vjetrenica Cave
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Vjetrenica (the wind cave) is the largest and most important cave in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and one of the most important caves in the Dinaric Alps mountain range, which is famous worldwide for its karstic and speleological richness. It is a real treasure in biodiversity. Also, it is the home to the famous olm (cave aquatic salamander) and houses beautiful cave formations as well.
4. Zavala
   1h
   An important and historical Serbian Orthodox monastery located in the village of Zavala, Zavala is one of the most prominent monasteries in East Herzegovina.

Day 14: Tvrdos / Trebinje

1. Tvrdos Monastery
   1h
   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.
2. Trebinje
   2h
   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.
3. Vukoje Cellars
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   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.

Day 15: Dobricevo / Sarajevo

1. Sarajevo
   2h
   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.

Pickup details

Pick up at any hotel or place, in or around Sarajevo. Drop off the same as pick up, or in any place upon request.

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