Sarajevo: Siege War Tour, Tunnel of Hope & Bobsleigh Track

Summary

Stories of Sarajevo’s siege echo through the Tunnel of Hope and along Trebević’s bobsleigh track

You’ll walk Sarajevo’s Tunnel of Hope with a local guide sharing personal stories, see Sniper Alley and memorials from the siege days, climb Trebević Mountain for city views and explore the graffiti-covered Olympic bobsleigh track before ending at Europe’s second-largest Jewish cemetery—a day that stays with you long after.

4.91

(170 reviews)

What’s the experience like?

There was this strange quiet as we drove past Sniper Alley—just the hum of our van and some distant city sounds. Our guide, Emir, pointed out the memorial for the children killed during the siege. I caught a glimpse of bronze and glass through the window, all tangled up with traffic and life going on. He told us how his own family survived by crossing that street at night. It’s one thing to read about Sarajevo’s siege; it’s another to hear someone say, “My mother ran here.” I felt my throat tighten up.

The Tunnel of Hope museum was next. The air inside smelled like old concrete and something metallic—maybe from all those homemade tools they showed us. We watched a short film (I’ll admit, I didn’t catch every word; my mind kept drifting back to Emir’s stories). Walking through that narrow 25-meter tunnel section, you really feel how desperate things were. The walls felt cool and damp when I brushed my hand against them. Someone joked about being too tall for this place—everyone laughed, even Emir.

Afterwards we drove up Trebević Mountain—the road gets twisty, and you see Sarajevo spread out below like a patchwork quilt. The Olympic bobsleigh track is covered in graffiti now, wild colors against cracked concrete. Kids were skateboarding down part of it. Our guide explained how enemy lines cut right across these woods; it’s hard to imagine war here with birds singing overhead. I tried to picture athletes racing here in ’84—it almost doesn’t fit.

We ended at the Jewish Cemetery—massive stones leaning every which way, grass growing high between them. Emir said this was once a frontline too. There was a quiet there that felt different from anywhere else on the tour. I still think about that silence sometimes—you know?

3h–4h

Step-by-step itinerary

Top questions

How long does the Sarajevo war tour last?

The tour is a half-day experience covering several key sites around Sarajevo related to the siege.

Is hotel pickup included in this Sarajevo siege tour?

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

Do we visit the Tunnel of Hope on this tour?

Yes, you visit the Tunnel of Hope Museum and walk through a 25-meter section of the tunnel itself.

What other sites are included besides the tunnel?

The itinerary includes Sniper Alley, memorials for children killed during the siege, Trebević Mountain with its Olympic bobsleigh track, and the Jewish Cemetery.

Is this tour accessible for wheelchairs or strollers?

Yes, transportation is wheelchair accessible and infants can ride in prams or strollers.

Are guides locals with personal connections to Sarajevo?

The guides are local professionals who often share personal or family experiences from the siege period.

Is bottled water provided during the tour?

Bottled water is included for all guests during your day trip.

What’s included

Your day includes private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle with professional local guidance throughout; bottled water is provided for everyone; hotel pickup and drop-off are part of your booking so you won’t have to worry about meeting points; all entry fees are covered so you can focus on listening—and maybe asking questions that stick with you later.

Do you have any questions before booking? Reach us anytime — we’re available 24/7.

Contact