Mostar & Herzegovina Day Trip from Sarajevo: 4 Cities, Kravice Waterfall & Blagaj Monastery

Summary

Old bridges, riverside trout and stories from Mostar to Blagaj

You’ll feel Bosnia shift beneath your feet on this day trip: sunlight sharpens as you leave Sarajevo, waterfalls roar at Kravice, Počitelj’s stones tell old stories under your shoes, and in Blagaj you taste trout by a river that feels ancient. With entry fees covered and a local guide leading each step, you’re free to just watch it all unfold.

What’s the experience like?

First thing I noticed leaving Sarajevo was how the light changed — somehow sharper as we crossed into Herzegovina. Our guide, Adnan, kept pointing out little things I’d have missed: the way the Neretva river glows turquoise under the old bridge at Konjic, or how every roadside café smells like woodsmoke and coffee. We stopped in Konjic just long enough for me to realize I had no idea what “Tito’s Bunker” even looked like (Adnan laughed and said it’s better that way). The air felt warmer already, even though it was barely 10am.

Somewhere past Jablanica — after hearing about WWII battles and watching locals roast lamb on spits by the road — we wound down toward Kravice Waterfall. The sound there is constant, like white noise but alive. I dipped my hand in; freezing. A couple of people swam anyway, shrieking when they hit the water. It smelled green, if that makes sense. The private day trip from Sarajevo to Mostar and these four cities surprised me with how much time we actually spent outside just listening to rivers or watching clouds hang over Prenj mountain.

Počitelj was a climb — my legs complained but the view shut them up fast. There’s something about old stones under your shoes and hearing stories about sultans and sieges while you catch your breath. In Blagaj, lunch was fresh trout right by the Buna river spring. The Dervish house sits so close to the water you can hear it echo inside; I tried saying “Tekija” properly but probably butchered it (the waiter smiled anyway). Mostar itself felt both busy and haunted — our guide told us about the bridge falling and rising again, and I still think about that moment standing above it as dusk crept in.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Herzegovina's four cities

• Meet team at office or pick-up
• Drive through Sarajevo suburbs to Herzegovina
• Visit old part of Konjic town
• Stop at Jablanica, learn WW2 history
• Drive scenic road along Jablanica Lake
• Visit Kravice Waterfall, optional swim
• Walk Počitelj fortress town
• Visit Blagaj Tekke and river spring
• Lunch in Blagaj, try local trout
• Drive through Neretva river canyon
• Two-hour walking tour of Mostar
• Return to Sarajevo, drop off

Top questions

How long is the day trip from Sarajevo to Mostar & Herzegovina?

The tour lasts around 12 hours including all stops before returning to Sarajevo in the evening.

Are entrance fees for Kravice Waterfall & Blagaj Monastery included?

Yes, admission fees for both Kravice Waterfall and Blagaj Tekke are included in your booking price.

Is lunch included during this day trip?

No, lunch is not included; expect to spend around 8–10 EUR for a meal in Blagaj (local trout recommended).

What cities are visited on this tour?

You’ll visit Konjic, Jablanica, Počitelj, Blagaj and Mostar during the day trip from Sarajevo.

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes, pickup is included either at your hotel or a preferred location in Sarajevo.

Can vegetarians find food options during lunch?

Yes, vegetarian options are available at lunch in Blagaj.

How much free time do we get in Mostar?

The tour includes a two-hour walking tour plus some free time to explore Mostar on your own.

Is this tour suitable for children or families?

The tour is suitable for all fitness levels; infants seats are available and strollers can be used.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup from Sarajevo or your chosen spot, all entry fees for places like Kravice Waterfall and Blagaj Monastery covered so there’s no scrambling for cash along the way, an English-speaking local guide who keeps things easygoing (and throws in plenty of stories), plus comfortable transport between each city before dropping you back off at night.