Mostar, Kravica & Blagaj Day Trip from Sarajevo with Pickup

Summary

Mostar’s bridge, cool waterfalls, Ottoman echoes and riverside towns in one day

You’ll taste real Herzegovina: riverside towns with Ottoman bridges, cool mist from Kravica Waterfall on your skin, quiet moments inside Blagaj Monastery, and lively chatter in Mostar’s bazaar. This day trip from Sarajevo brings you close to local stories—with pickup, snacks, and a guide who knows every twist in the road.

What’s the experience like?

“You’ll see,” our guide said as we left Sarajevo behind, “Herzegovina has its own rhythm.” He was right. The first stop—Konjic—smelled like wet stone and coffee. We watched an old man feed pigeons by the river while the morning fog burned off. It felt like a sleepy start, but then we were off again, winding through green hills and listening to stories about bridges lost and rebuilt. I kept thinking how every town here seems to have a river running through its heart.

By the time we reached Kravica Waterfall, it was warmer. The air changed—cooler near the spray, almost sweet with moss and river water. Some locals were already swimming (braver than me), kids yelling in Bosnian that echoed across the rocks. Our guide handed out snacks and let us wander; I ended up sitting on a slippery stone just watching the water for way too long. It’s loud but kind of peaceful if you just sit still for a minute.

Blagaj Monastery surprised me most—I didn’t expect it to feel so quiet inside, even with tourists around. The white walls against the cliff and that turquoise river… I tried to say “Tekija” properly (Li laughed at my attempt). Lunch was simple but good—fresh bread and cheese by the water. Then Mostar itself: busy, bright scarves hanging everywhere in Kujundziluk bazaar, people selling copper coffee sets or just gossiping under awnings. Crossing Stari Most gave me this weird mix of nerves and awe—the stones are slick, everyone pauses for photos or just stands looking down at the Neretva below. You can feel history here in a way that’s hard to explain.

The drive back got quiet—maybe everyone was tired or maybe just thinking about all those layers of history packed into one day trip from Sarajevo. I still think about that view from the bridge at sunset—blue shadows on old stone—and how our guide just smiled like he’d seen it a thousand times but still liked it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Herzegovina towns and waterfalls tour

• Visit Old Stone Bridge
• See Buna canals
• Explore Blagaj Tekija monastery
• View Buna river source
• Stop at Kravica Waterfall
• Visit Počitelj historic settlement
• Walk Crooked Bridge
• See 1618 mosque and climb minaret
• Explore Mostar Old Bridge area
• Shop at Mostar Old Bazaar

Top questions

How long does the day trip from Sarajevo to Mostar take?

The tour covers several towns and usually lasts a full day including travel time between stops.

Is swimming allowed at Kravica Waterfall during this tour?

Yes, swimming is possible at Kravica Waterfall during summer months if weather permits.

What sites are included on this Herzegovina day tour?

You visit Konjic, Jablanica, Počitelj, Blagaj Monastery (Tekija), Kravica Waterfall, and Mostar including Old Bridge and Old Bazaar.

Does this tour include hotel pickup in Sarajevo?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off in Sarajevo are included.

Are entry fees included for Počitelj or other attractions?

Entry/admission to Počitelj is included; other entry fees may vary based on site access.

Is lunch provided on this day trip?

The tour includes snacks but not a full lunch; you’ll have time to buy food locally during stops.

Is this tour suitable for families or travelers with limited mobility?

The tour suits most fitness levels; infant seats are available for rent if needed.

Can I bring my service animal on this tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this day trip from Sarajevo.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Sarajevo plus WiFi onboard so you can share photos as you go; there’s a professional guide who knows all those little stories behind each stop; air-conditioned transport keeps things comfortable; snacks are provided along the way; entry admission is covered for Počitelj before heading back home in the evening.