Sarajevo to Mostar: Day Trip with Kravice Falls & Sufi Monastery

Summary

From Sarajevo’s streets to Mostar’s bridge, waterfalls and old villages in a day

You’ll start in Sarajevo and cross into Herzegovina with a small group—stopping for coffee in Konjic, feeling river spray at Kravice Falls, hearing Sufi stories at Blagaj Tekija, and finally walking across Mostar’s Old Bridge as dusk falls. It’s not just sightseeing—it’s sharing bread, laughter, and quiet moments with locals along the way.

What’s the experience like?

Ever wondered if you could really see all of Herzegovina in one day from Sarajevo? I did too—honestly, I was skeptical. But there we were at 8am, clutching warm sandwiches (the bread was still soft) as our guide Emir loaded us into the van just outside the old town. The air smelled like coffee and rain on stone. First stop: Konjic. It’s not a big place, but the old bridge arches over the Neretva so quietly that you almost miss its story unless someone points out the bullet marks on nearby buildings. Emir did, gently.

I didn’t expect to feel much at Blagaj Tekija—a Sufi monastery tucked under a cliff—but standing by the river source, you hear water thundering out of black rock and it feels older than anything you’ve seen. The Dervish house is whitewashed and cool inside; Emir explained the rituals while a woman swept the stone steps in silence. I tried to pronounce “Buna” properly (Li laughed when I tried), but mostly I just watched the light flicker on the river. We only stayed about 45 minutes but it lingered with me.

Počitelj is tiny and steep—cobblestones everywhere—and we climbed up past fig trees and kids selling pomegranate juice. I’m not sure how they make those towers look like they’re growing straight out of the hill. Then Kravice Falls: loud, green, misty. Some people swam (I dipped a toe—freezing). There’s this smell of wet leaves and river mud that sticks to your skin for hours after. By late afternoon we finally reached Mostar’s Old Bridge; it looks impossibly delicate from a distance but up close you see how solid it is, even after everything that happened here.

We finished wandering through Mostar’s bazaar just as the call to prayer echoed off the stones. I bought a tiny copper coffee pot from an old man who told me his family had lived here since before the bridge was bombed. That stuck with me more than any photo could.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Full-day tour of Herzegovina highlights

• Meet at Meet Bosnia Travel agency
• Travel to Konjic
• Visit Old Stone Bridge in Konjic
• Travel to Blagaj Tekija
• Visit Blagaj Tekija and Buna River source
• Travel to Počitelj
• Visit historic village of Počitelj
• Travel to Kravice waterfall
• Visit and optionally swim at Kravice waterfall
• Travel to Mostar
• Visit Old Bridge and Old Town of Mostar
• Pass by Crooked Bridge and First Hamam
• Visit Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque and climb minaret

Top questions

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

The full-day tour lasts approximately 10-12 hours including all stops.

Is hotel pickup included for this Herzegovina tour?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included from Sarajevo or Mostar.

Can you swim at Kravice Falls during this tour?

Yes, swimming is possible at Kravice Falls during hot summer days.

Are meals or snacks provided on this trip?

A traditional Bosnian sandwich breakfast is included; vegetarian options are available.

What languages do guides speak on this tour?

The tour may be operated by a multi-lingual guide depending on group needs.

What are some highlights visited between Sarajevo & Mostar?

You’ll visit Konjic Old Bridge, Blagaj Tekija monastery, Počitelj village, Kravice waterfall, and Mostar Old Bridge.

Is this day trip suitable for children or families?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels; infant seats are available if needed.

Does this tour include entry fees for attractions?

Entry fees for Kravica waterfall and Blagaj monastery are included if selected during booking.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Sarajevo or Mostar, bottled water throughout the journey, all transport in an air-conditioned vehicle with fuel covered, entry fees for Kravica waterfall and Blagaj monastery (if selected), a traditional Bosnian sandwich breakfast with vegetarian option available, plus guidance from a professional local guide who shares stories along every stop before returning you home in the evening.