Srebrenica is a town which suffered the most during the homeland war in Bosnia. Today, Srebrenica is the host of a memorial with the names of 8000 innocent war victims killed during the aggressor siege.
Srebrenica has become known for the unfortunate events which went on during the Bosnia war. Within 3 days, the biggest genocide massacre since World War II, took place in Srebrenica making it go down in history. On this tour, you will visit the Srebrenica Potocari Memorial Complex. This memorial was established in 2001, and it was officially opened to the public by former US president Mr. Bill Clinton.
During your tour around the Potocari memorial, our guide will tell you all about the history of Srebrenica and the events that happened during the harsh war times. Srebrenica has become a UN protected zone due to these events and to the unresolved genocide status of the town. Although the everyday life of Srebrenica has regained its natural flow and returned to normal, many of the women and children who survived the massacres and lost their loved ones are still not able to find peace due to the fact that they still haven’t found the remains of their loved ones. A number of mass graves have been excavated, but a number still remains lost.
Beside the tragic past of Srebrenica and Potocari, this location has in the past also been very popular for the beautiful natural landscapes, typical for Bosnia. A plethora of wildlife and greenery, dense forests with pine trees, the thermal springs and cozy villages with country homes, are all a must see on your tour to Srebrenica. On this tour you will also see and learn about the “July 11th Musala”, the Turbeh, the Wall of Memories, and the Museum of Genocide.
Jajce - The city of Bosnian kings
Jajce is a city in Central Bosnia, in the Jajce basin, at the confluence of the Pliva and Vrbas rivers, which have always been characterized by unique natural beauties, while crucial historical events have taken place here since distant times to the present day. Eight historical layers can be discerned in Jajce. Jajce is witness to 4 empires and 3 kingdoms. Three global monotheist religions meet here. In Jajce, six architectural styles can be discerned.
Jajce has 22 national monuments. In 2007, Jajce submitted the required UNESCO nomination documentation to be placed on the World Heritage List. Monuments from ancient times and the middle Ages have been preserved in Jajce: Mithras temple, from 4th c., St Catherine's Church, Franciscan monastery, Medvjed Tower and the Town Gates, as well as many others. The city is surrounded by forest covered mountains, and there are also two lakes, as well as the wonderful Pliva Waterfall (22,5m) in the very center of the city.
Travnik - The city of Bosnian viziers
The City of Travnik, which had been the capital of Bosnian Pashaluk for 150 years, the residence of 77 viziers, seat of two consulates, lying in the heart of Bosnia and Herzegovina, represents the main administrative and political center of Central Bosnia Canton today.
In its past, rich in cultural and historical tradition, and encompassing interesting events and important personalities, the people of Travnik have called their city a city-museum in the open, and justly so. This city is unique in many ways. Its exciting past has produced many important personalities and events. This city tells its own story at every step.
Whole day excursion to Foca (former caravanserai on trade route to Dubrovnik ) where we can see the remains of the old centre. We continue via a wild landscape of gorges and torrents to Visegrad to cross on foot Sinans 16 th Century Bridge over Rivere Drina. Lunch in the local restaurant. Also the art gallery and a recreation of a schoolroom from Adriatic day.
Višegrad is a town and municipality in eastern Bosnia and Herzegovina resting on the Drina River and in the Republika Srpska entity. The town includes the Ottoman-era Mehmed Paša Sokolovic Bridge, an UNESCO world heritage site which was popularized by Nobel prize winning author Ivo Andric in his novel The Bridge on the Drina. During the Bosnian War the town was one of the scenes of ethnic cleansing and massacres carried out by Bosnian Serb forces against Bosniak civilians, and it saw a drastic decline in its previously majority Bosniak population. Andricgrad, a future tourist site dedicated to Andric, is under construction near the bridge. Višegrad is located on the river Drina, on the road from Goražde and Ustipraca towards Užice, Serbia.
A whole day trip in this Karst region in the south of our country, you have the possibility to experience, in a relatively small area, various natural beauties created in distant past.
Pocitelj – Artistic colony, town museum from the 16th century.
Mogorjelo – Valuable heritage from ancient times. An archaeological site was discovered there and excavations were carried out 1from 1899 to 1903.
The Kravice Waterfall – a magnificent natural phenomenon and most beautiful cascades in Herzegovina 26 m high and about 120 m wide.
The museum of the Franciscan monastery – Humac; together with its rich archaeological collection, keeps the oldest document of this region – the Humac Tablet from 1185.
Discover and experience the phenomenon of Medugorje, one of the best-known pilgrims’ destinations in the Catholic world attracting millions of visitors.
Vrelo Bosne is an oasis located around the spring of River Bosna. It is an ideal place for families, children, and romantic couples.
The best way to arrive to the Vrelo Bosne park is through the large Alley of Ilidža which is 3,5 km long. Ilidža is a municipality of Sarajevo and is known for the natural thermal spa tourist complex. It passes through a tunnel of 726 plane and wild chestnut trees. We can walk through the alley to Vrelo Bosne, but if you want the full flavor of the Vrelo Bosne tour, the best experience is to travel by a horse carriage. It is quite an idyllic place with swans, waterfalls and Austro-Hungarian palaces.
Vrelo Bosne is one of the most famous features of Bosnia and Herzegovina. As the name says it is a place where the Bosna River, a significant watercourse for the areas it flows through and for the whole Bosnia and Herzegovina, starts. It is one of the country's top natural landmarks and one of the most famous scenes of natural beauty in the region. Feel the presence of water, lush vegetation, the cool breeze from the mountain Igman and experience that offers every visitor an atmosphere that can not be forgotten.
The park is filled with springs, fountains, walking trails, lovely bridges and little waterfalls. In this area you can feel the spirit of the untouched nature. It consists of several small islands that are connected with bridges over numerous small streams. Water surfaces are decorated with the scenes of beautiful black and white swans and ducks which you will love to photograph.
Before the end of the tour, we will relax at the local restaurant, enjoying nature beauty and peacefulness while having traditional lunch.
Experience the Sarajevo city from the air, in an aeroplane, with a friend, a loved one or in a small group. Meet the capital city of a heart shaped county Bosnia and Herzegovina in a new way! Enjoy the view of the Sarajevo city landscape with your favorite co-flyers. Give life to an unforgettable experience with your friends and loved ones by flying together over the city of Sarajevo and the surrounding areas.
You will experience Sarajevo in a completely different dimension. The panoramic view of Sarajevo from a plane is a unique experience because it shows the variety of nature and structures of the capital of Bosnia which is located in a valley of the surrounding mountains. Looking down at the Sarajevo from a bird’s eye view you will find yourself breath-taken by the fascinating surroundings.
You will see the descending valley of Sarajevo, the hills and the mountains, forests and parks, rivers, rocky canyons and climbing rocks, and large city structures all blend in together, almost magically! The aeroplane panoramic flight of Sarajevo makes for the perfect birthday or anniversary gift. Some have even proposed to their beloved future wives during the Sarajevo Panoramic Flight.
Surprise someone you care about with a gift you will both share and keep in your memories for the rest of your lives. Experience adventure, inspiration, panorama, and Sarajevo as an ultimate thrill for all human senses. Flying in a group in an aeroplane, on a Panoramic Flight of Sarajevo, is safe and secure. The professional licensed pilot will always ensure that the weather conditions are suitable for flying and that the passengers are given all of the necessary equipment for the flight.
On this tour you will see the true beauty and abundance of the Bosnian nature. The Olympic mountains of Sarajevo; Bjelašnica, Trebevic, Igman, and Jahorina gained worldwide popularity after the 1984 Olympics as some of the best skiing spots in the world.
During the ride you will learn about the 1984 Olympic Games in Sarajevo and the beauties that surround the town – Bjelasnica, Igman, Trebevic.You may be surprised to know that some of the best skiing than can be done in region of Balkans can be done in Sarajevo surrounding mountains: Bjelašnica and Igman.
First we will visit the serene mount Igman. On Igman, you will see the Veliko Polje Valley which hosted Nordic Events during the Olympics. After this you will see Malo Polje Valley which was host to Ski Jumping competitions during that time. The area of Igman has traditionally been used for recreational cross-country skiing. During Sarajevo’s Olympic bid, the two ski jumps were proposed as separate venues. Igman is also popular skiing resorts due to the advantageous geographical locations, remarkable skiing trails with abundant winter snow and mild slopes and favorable climate.
After Igman we will discvover mountain Bjelasnica distanced only several minutes. This mountain was home to most alpine ski competitions during the 1984 Olympics. It is a unique skiing phenomenon among all European Ski Centers. Covered in spacious skiing slopes for more than 6 months during a year, Bjelašnica is favored by many skiers from around the world. We will see Studeni potok (Ice river) which is one of the most beautiful things on this mountain.
At the end of the tour we will go to ethno village Lukomir where we will have a traditional lunch. At almost 1,500m, the village of Lukomir, with its unique stone homes with cherry-wood roof tiles, is the highest and most isolated village in the country. Indeed, access to the village is impossible from the first snows in December until late April and sometimes even later, except by skis or on foot. A newly constructed lodge is now complete to receive guests. From there, you can do some magnificent hiking in the area along the ridge of the Rakitnica Canyon, which drops 800m below.
This tour includes visits to city of Mostar, Blagaj and at the end discovering waterfall of Kravice. All of this represents the wild and captivating nature of beautiful Herzegovina. The sunniest city in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the heart of Herzegovina, Mostar is located in the valley of river Neretva, and it has an abundance of historical stories. You will see the old part of Mostar with cobblestone streets, medieval structures and traditional Ottoman monuments and buildings. The river Neretva divides the town of Mostar and provides a fascinating view of the architectural and cultural view of the town. But two sides are joined by the Old Bridge of Mostar which was completely destroyed during the homeland war, but it was rebuilt and returned to its former glory.
We will visit the village of Blagaj which is located on the spring of the river Buna. There you will see the beautiful historical Tekka - national monument, once a monastery built by the Dervish society during the Ottoman Empire in 1520. The architecture makes for a rich combination of the Ottoman and Mediterranean styles, a true architectural wonder for the eyes and spiritual peace. Our final destination is Kravice waterfall - It is a sparkling waterfall which cascades into a beautiful emerald colored lake within a small valley from the river Trebižat.
During the tour, we will take you through the falls which are 25 meters high and across a wooden bridge. At the bottom of the waterfall lays the pool-like emerald lake which is not very deep and the bottom can be touched in most places. This makes is very safe for bathing in even for non-swimmers. Kravice is a perfect destination for families and children. You can relax and enjoy the uncontaminated nature accompanied by nature’s pleasing sounds of birds and running water.
On this tour we will visit Travnik and Jajce, the two Bosnian gems which represent the fascinating heritage and history of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Travnik, the Viziers town and Jajce, a King’s town.
Driving from Sarajevo our first stop is Travnik which was one the capital town of governors’, also known as the Ottoman Vizier Town. We will see the colorful mosque of Sultan Sulejman which is specific for the amount of color interlaced into its decoration. We’ll pass on to the vizier tombs, known as the Ottoman Turbe and a picturesque cemetery. Also we will visit the monastery of St Luke and the Church of St Mary. Then we’ll walk up the hill to see the Travnik Fortress and beyond the fortress you will see an uphill trail which leads up to the famous mount Vlašic.
Next stop will be Jajce. Known as the King's town, just like Travnik, located in a valley and watched over by a fascinating roman Fortress. Differently to Travnik, the Jajce fortress stands in the middle of the town and everything else is built around the hill where the fortress is located. Jajce is a town built in the 14th century, during those times it was the capital of the Independent Kingdom of Bosnia. It was protected by a large city gate which we will also visit. After, we move on to the most famous site of Jajce, which is the river Pliva waterfall which is located below the old town and this is the place where the river Pliva flows into the river Vrbas.
In this location, we will have a break with lunch and refreshments. You will enjoy the relaxing sounds and scents of these natural surroundings.
Kraljeva Sutjeska is located in the central part of Bosnia and Herzegovina, in the area of the municipality Kakanj. It is situated in the valley of the river Trstionica. This is a peaceful settlement where you can see preserved authentic Bosnian houses, people wearing clothes that were used in this region in the past, and everything in it looks as if time had stopped.
The Franciscan monastery, a magnificent medieval building that defies time and space, stands at the foot of a hill. It was built in the first half of the 14th century and in its long history it was destroyed several times. Its current design dates from the year of 1890. Although the library and the archives were destroyed by fire, as were many other valuable items, there is still a rich archive of cultural and historical material in its chambers.
Kraljeva Sutjeska is not only famous by the Franciscan monastery that dominates this area, it is also famous by the oldest house in this part of the country – The Dusper House, that was built in the early 18th century and it represents a national monument of Bosnia and Herzegovina that is protected by the country. Kraljeva Sutjeska is a settlement where one of the oldest mosques in Bosnia in Herzegovina is located. A few kilometres away from Kraljeva Sutjeska there is the royal city of Bobovac that hides a lot of historical stories, just like Kraljeva Sutjeska.
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Driving from Sarajevo to Kraljevska Sutjeska 2 hours approximately (mostly with highway); guests will see part of Zenica from transport.
• Kraljevska Sutjeska sightseeing of city center 1.5 hours approximately (traditional houses and citizens in traditional clothes); city has strong history so I will recommend to join a guided visit, because there is too much to remember).
• Guests have the opportunity to visit the Franciscan monastery, accompanied by the guardian (1.5 hours approximately); the monastery is a church, a museum exhibition and one of the richest the monastery library.
• Driving back to Sarajevo (2 hours approximately).