Things to do in Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Srebrenica & Potočari: Genocide Tour with Family LunchYou’ll travel from Sarajevo into Eastern Bosnia with a local guide who shares both history and personal experience along the way. Visit key sites like Sušica camp and Potočari Memorial Centre, then sit down for a full homemade lunch with a Srebrenica family—where stories are shared as openly as food. Expect moments that stay with you long after you leave.
Sarajevo to Dubrovnik: Mostar, Blagaj & Kravice WaterfallYou travel from Sarajevo to Dubrovnik (or reverse) with a professional English-speaking guide and driver, stopping at Počitelj's hilltop town, Blagaj Monastery and cave with lunch included, Mostar's Old Bridge and old town with free time to explore, and Kravice Waterfall. All entry fees to attractions are paid upfront, and the 12-hour itinerary is timed so you see the main sights without rushing between them.Is it for me?Book this if you're traveling between Sarajevo and Dubrovnik and want to see Herzegovina's main sights in one day without arranging separate transport, tickets, and timing—the fixed itinerary and included guide handle all of that, and the 12-hour window is what makes five major stops possible in a single journey.
Lukomir Highland Village Hike from Sarajevo: 8-hour mountain trekA guided hike from Sarajevo to Lukomir, Bosnia's highest and most isolated village, with private transport, a professional English-speaking guide, traditional homemade lunch and hiking sticks included. The route covers eight hours across the southern slopes of Bjelašnica mountain, passing through the medieval village of Umoljani, the ancient necropolis at Dolovi, the highland settlement of Gradina, and a 40-meter waterfall before reaching Lukomir. Multiple hike options let you choose between a circular route, one-way trek, overnight stay, or a drive-up option if you prefer less walking.Is it for me?Choose the circular or out-and-back hike if you want the full mountain experience with eight hours of walking and canyon views; pick the one-way option if you prefer to descend a different route; book the overnight version if you want to spend a night in the village and explore it more slowly; or select the drive-up option if you want to reach Lukomir and see the viewpoint without the full day of hiking.
Mostar: Death of Yugoslavia Cold War & War History TourYou visit four secret locations across Mostar, moving through Yugoslavia's Cold War paranoia, Tito's socialism, the 1990s wars, and modern Bosnia in roughly 150 minutes with a local guide who lived through it. Hotel pickup is included, along with all fees and taxes — you just show up and listen.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand modern Bosnia and Herzegovina through its recent history, and you'd rather have someone who lived through it explain the context than piece it together from plaques and guidebooks — the guide's presence is what makes the story coherent.
Jajce & Travnik Day Trip from Sarajevo: Waterfall & WatermillsYou travel from Sarajevo to two medieval towns in one day: Travnik's 14th-century fortress and Jajce's Old Town with its central 21-meter waterfall. The route includes the Pliva lake watermills, a traditional lunch by the water, and transport in an air-conditioned vehicle. No need to arrange your own car or figure out the timing—pickup and return to Sarajevo are included.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see two of Bosnia's best-preserved medieval towns and a famous waterfall without renting a car or planning the route yourself—the fixed schedule fits all three main stops into a single day and handles the driving, so you just show up at pickup.
Mostar: Private Walking Tour with Stari Most & MosquesYou’ll walk Mostar’s winding streets with a local guide, cross both the iconic Stari Most bridge and its lesser-known predecessor, step quietly into two historic mosques, and pick up stories that don’t make it into guidebooks. It’s a day full of small moments — laughter on slippery stones, sunlight through stained glass — that might stay with you long after you leave.
Kravice Waterfalls half-day tour from Mostar: Swim and exploreThis half-day tour from Mostar takes you to Kravice Waterfalls, where you get 3 hours of free time to swim, wade, explore the pools or sit at the cafés. The drive there takes about an hour through the countryside, and on the way back you stop for 20 minutes in Počitelj, a living museum village perched on a hillside with panoramic views. A local guide and driver handle the transport in an air-conditioned vehicle; you choose your own pace at the waterfall itself.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to spend most of your time in the water rather than listening to a guide—the 3 hours of free time at Kravice is longer than other departures offer, and the flexible schedule lets you catch the afternoon train to Sarajevo if that's your next move.
Sarajevo Airport Shuttle: Fixed Price & 24/7 Flight TrackingYou’ll feel looked after from the moment you land in Sarajevo—your driver tracks your flight, waits for you (even if you’re late), and gets you straight to your door for a fixed price. Expect little human touches—a smile, help with bags—and time to take in those first glimpses of the city without stress.
Herzegovina Day Tour: Mostar, Blagaj & Konjic with GuideYou’ll walk ancient bridges in Konjic and Mostar, feel history at Jablanica’s memorial site, taste local food in hidden corners, and hear stories from your guide as you wind through Herzegovina’s landscapes. With hotel pickup included and all entry fees covered, you’ll get more than just sights—you’ll take home moments that linger long after you’re back in Sarajevo.
Sarajevo: Food & Crafts Walking Tour in Old Town StreetsYou’ll walk through Sarajevo’s oldest streets with a local guide, sampling cheeses and smoked meats straight from family shops and watching copper artisans shape traditional coffee grinders by hand. Taste homemade baklava and sip rich Bosnian coffee while learning about crafts passed down for generations — all wrapped in the city’s everyday rhythm.
Hike to Lukomir Village: Bosnia's Highest Mountain VillageA full-day guided hike from Sarajevo to Lukomir Village, the highest inhabited settlement in Bosnia and Herzegovina, combines mountain trekking with time inside a traditional nomadic community. You pass through Umoljani and hike the edge of Rakitnica Canyon, one of Europe's deepest gorges, before reaching Lukomir at 1,495 meters for a homemade lunch with a local family. The tour includes hotel pickup and an English-speaking guide; in winter, snowshoes replace boots on the same route. Children from age 2 are welcome when accompanied by an adult.Is it for me?Book this hike if you want a full day on foot in mountain terrain and time inside a working highland village, not a quick visit or a car tour—the shared group keeps costs down, and the 7 to 9 hours means you'll see the landscape change and meet people over a meal, not just pass through.
Neretva Kayak Safari: Self-Guided Canyon Paddle & Beach SwimYou’ll paddle your own kayak through Neretva’s wild canyon near Jablanica, with time to swim on a hidden river beach and taste local lamb if you like. Expect cold water, mountain views, and moments of real quiet—plus all your gear is included so you can just show up ready for something different.
Sarajevo: Grand City Tour, War Tunnel & Olympic Bobsled TrackYou’ll walk Sarajevo’s tangled streets with a local guide, taste real Bosnian coffee in an Ottoman courtyard, crawl through part of the War Tunnel Museum, and see city views from Trebević mountain’s old bobsled track—all packed into five surprising hours that leave you thinking long after you’re done.
Sarajevo Walking Tour: Local Guide Ottoman Austro-HungarianA two-hour walking tour of Sarajevo's historical center with a certified guide in English, covering Ottoman mosques, Austro-Hungarian landmarks, and the sites where East meets West. You start on Ferhadija pedestrian street and move through the old bazaar, religious buildings from four faiths, and the Latin Bridge—the spot where Archduke Franz Ferdinand was shot in 1914. Bottle of water included; moderate fitness required.Is it for me?The guide speaks English throughout, so you'll follow the commentary comfortably without needing to translate or research the sites beforehand—the history is explained as you stand in front of each one.
Višegrad Andrićgrad Drvengrad Tour: UNESCO Bridge & Film SetsThis full-day guided tour from Sarajevo takes you across the border into eastern Bosnia and western Serbia to see Višegrad's Mehmed Paša Sokolović Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage site completed in 1577, then to Andrićgrad and Drvengrad—two villages built from scratch by Serbian filmmaker Emir Kusturica as settings for his films. Your guide handles the driving and the route; you bring your passport and decide on the spot whether to add the optional narrow-gauge train ride at Šargan. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, as is an air-conditioned vehicle and a driver who speaks English.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving without a car and want to see both Bosnia and Serbia in one day—the guide handles driving and route timing across the border, so you cover four distinct stops without coordinating separate transport.
Sarajevo War Times Tour: Siege history with Tunnel entryA half-day guided tour of Sarajevo's siege sites with an English-speaking guide, covering Sniper Alley, the frontline positions, and the War Tunnel with entry included in some options. Hotel pickup is provided for guests outside the Old Town, and the tour crosses the administrative boundary between the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Republic of Srpska multiple times along the route to Mount Trebevic, illustrating one of the country's ongoing absurdities without requiring passports.Is it for me?Choose the morning departure if you want to cover the sites before afternoon heat, or the afternoon tour if you prefer a later start. Either way, the fixed itinerary and included transport mean the siege's geography unfolds without you navigating the divided city yourself.
Srebrenica Genocide Memorial: Day Tour from SarajevoYou spend a full day traveling from Sarajevo to Srebrenica's memorial sites, learning the history of the Yugoslav wars and the 1995 genocide through a guided narrative, museum exhibits with survivor testimony, and the Potočari Memorial Cemetery. Lunch in Srebrenica town is included, along with transport, water, and a guide who contextualizes what you're seeing so the sites themselves make sense.Is it for me?Right for anyone wanting to understand the Srebrenica genocide in its historical context rather than arriving at the memorial unprepared. Expect a full, emotionally demanding day—the length and the guided narrative are what make the sites themselves comprehensible instead of overwhelming.
Planet Sarajevo Multimedia Museum: VR & Interactive ExhibitsPlanet Sarajevo is a multimedia museum in the city center that brings Sarajevo's cultural heritage from 1945–1992 to life through interactive exhibits, personal narratives, rare archives and innovative design. The museum spans Sarajevo's urban development, music, architecture, film, sports and everyday life across 45 minutes to 1.5 hours. Audio guides are available in English, Spanish, Italian, French, German and Turkish. A locker is included with your ticket.Is it for me?Choose the VR Ticket if you want the bobsled and Infinity Room experiences without the full museum galleries. Pick the full Planet Sarajevo Multimedia Museum ticket if you want to move through the city's story from 1945–1992 and have time to engage with the archives, personal narratives and design that frame each section.
Mostar City Tour: Ottoman, Austro-Hungarian & War HistoryA guided city tour of Mostar covering the Ottoman Old Town, Austro-Hungarian promenades, and sites from the 1990s war, led by a local English-speaking guide over two hours. You'll walk the cobblestone streets and see how three distinct historical periods—from the 16th century to the present—shaped the city's character and resilience. The guide is included; a minimum of two people per booking is required.Is it for me?The guide speaks English, so you'll follow the commentary comfortably even if you don't speak Bosnian. Book this if you want to understand how Mostar's three distinct eras—Ottoman, Austro-Hungarian, and Yugoslav—shaped the city's identity, rather than just seeing the landmarks.
Sarajevo Eat Pray Love Tour: Food, Faith & Local Life ExperienceYou’ll walk Sarajevo’s winding streets with a local guide, taste real Bosnian food like burek and baklava, sip strong coffee in hidden cafés, and step inside mosques, synagogues, and churches that tell centuries-old stories. This isn’t just sightseeing—it’s sharing daily life with people who call Sarajevo home.
