Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country on the Balkan Peninsula in southeastern Europe. Its countryside is home to medieval villages, rivers and lakes, plus the craggy Dinaric Alps. National capital Sarajevo has a well preserved old quarter, Baščaršija, with landmarks like 16th-century Gazi Husrev-bey Mosque. Ottoman-era Latin Bridge is the site of the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, which ignited World War I.
Day 1 Arrive Sarajevo
Arrival in Sarajevo. Pick-up from the airport and transfer to hotel.
Short walk through the historical core of Sarajevo. Find out basic historical, geographical and climate information about the city. Learn how to get around the narrow streets of the Old town and find out which are the main areas which host city’s cultural and night life. The evening is reserved for a dinner in a traditional Bosnian restaurant. Overnight in Sarajevo.
Day 2: Sarajevo
After breakfast join us on Times of Misfortune Tour. Find out what it was like to live without food, water, electricity, gas, how the children were going to school and what was the cultural and sports life. Upon arrival at the Tunnel Museum, you’ll pass through 20m of the original tunnel and see the movie about the war in Sarajevo upon which the guide will explain the role of the tunnel during the siege, its construction, use method and will happily answer all your questions.
Once back to the town, let’s make a short Bosnian coffee break that is going to be a great introduction into the tasty afternoon and our Eat, Pray, Love Tour.
Let’s discover together the City Hall, National Library, Bravadžiluk and Kazandžiluk streets of the old handcrafts which have existed in Sarajevo since 15th century, Baščaršija – the heart of the Ottoman rule, caravan sarays and much more. The best part of the tour are gastro tests. The first one – ćevapi (small grilled rolls of minced beef, lamb or mixed in half pita bread), the second one – different kinds of pies and the most popular one – Bosnian aphrodisiac baklava (flaky pastry with a filling of nuts, drenched in sugar syrup or honey). Go figure why Sarajevo is called “European Jerusalem” and what makes this city so unique. Discover the line between two worlds – Eastern and Western.
Diner in one of the traditional local restaurants. Overnight in Sarajevo.
Day 3 Sarajevo – Motsar – Blagaj – Hezergovina – Sajarevo (308 km/ 6 hrs)
Throughout the idyllic green oasis of the Neretva River canyon, which many find is one of the most beautiful in Europe, you will emerge into sunny Herzegovina and feel the Mediterranean breath the way Bosnians do. This full day excursion will take you first to Mostar, world famous for its Old Bridge, its alleys and shops bathed with sunshine, scents and the river Neretva. Enjoy its special architecture and unique charm. Beside Mostar, you’ll also see Blagaj, small Ottoman medieval town in Herzegovina with it’s stunning nature and imposing spring of river Buna, as a biggest well of Water in the Country. Our tour will be concluded with a visit to Pocitelj – caretaker of this region and a pearl of Herzegovina. Return to Sarajevo and diner in one of the traditional local restaurants. Overnight in Sarajevo.
Day 4: Depart Sarajevo
Morning reserved for your free time. Check-out from your hotel in Sarajevo and transfer to the airport for ownward joiurney..
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Place | Nights | Hotels |
Sarajevo,Bosnia & Harzegovina | 03 | Hotel Europe |
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Accommodation as per the program
- Meal Plan – Half Board basis (i.e. breakfast & dinner).
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Entrance fees.
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Local English speaking guide.
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All transfers, sightseeing, excursions.
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All taxes.
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Personal Expenses.
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Camera / Video Camera Fees.
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Medical Aid.
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Tips.
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Travel Insurance.
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Visa (If any).
– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost. – Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.